Study Reveals Rising Thunderstorm and Lightning Activity in Bengaluru A recent study published in the Current World Environment Journal has highlighted a significant and steady increase in thunderstorm and lightning activities in Bengaluru over the past 13 years. The research, conducted by scientists from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bangalore University, and Andhra University, analyzed data spanning from 2011 to 2023, revealing a troubling trend of escalating severe weather events in the city. The findings underscore the growing impact of climate factors such as heat and humidity on storm development, with implications for future weather patterns in the region. The study, titled “Thunderstorms and their Influence on Meteorology and Atmospheric Composition over Southern Peninsular,” found that Bengaluru experiences an average of 41 thunderstorm days and 157 lightning strikes annually. However, the data shows a marked upward trend, with thunderstorms increasing by 3.41% per year and lightning events rising by 3.3% annually. This pattern is not isolated to a single event but reflects a recurring phenomenon, as evidenced by the city’s experience of heavy downpours and hailstorms on April 29, 2026. During this incident, Bengaluru’s city station recorded 78 mm of rainfall within 30 minutes, a stark example of the intensity of these storms. The researchers attributed the surge in thunderstorm activity to a combination of rising local temperatures, increasing relative humidity, and the influence of monsoonal systems. Over the 13-year period, Bengaluru’s cumulative rainfall rose by 1.44 mm per year, while relative humidity increased by 0.74% annually. Notably, surface temperatures in the city showed a slight decline of 0.#india_meteorological_department #andhra_university #bangalore_university #current_world_environment_journal #bengaluru_city_station
Andhra Pradesh ICET Result 2026 Released: Over 91% of Candidates Clear Exam The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) 2026 results were officially announced on May 16 by Andhra University. The examination, held on May 2 in two sessions, saw a total of 23,198 students appear for the state-level entrance test, with 21,205 candidates successfully qualifying. This marks a pass rate of 91.41%, reflecting strong performance across the participating institutions. The AP ICET 2026 result is designed for admission into postgraduate management and computer application programs offered by colleges and universities in Andhra Pradesh. The high clearance rate underscores the preparedness of students, with the majority meeting the required criteria for further academic pursuits. Candidates can now access their rank cards through the official website, which includes critical details such as personal information, subject-wise scores, total marks obtained, and qualification status. The process for downloading the rank card involves visiting the official AP ICET portal, navigating to the "Result" or "Rank Card" section, and entering registration number, hall ticket number, and date of birth. Once submitted, the system generates the rank card, which can be downloaded and saved for future reference during admission procedures. The examination process followed a structured timeline, with the provisional answer key released on May 6, allowing candidates to raise objections until May 8. This period enabled participants to challenge any discrepancies in the answer key, ensuring transparency in the evaluation process.#andhra_pradesh #andhra_university #ap_icet #andhra_pradesh_integrated_common_entrance_test #ap_icet_2026
Get the SocialGraphs app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.socialgraphs.app&hl=en_IN AP ICET-2026 Records 91.41% Pass Rate; Women Outshine Men The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education, through Andhra University, announced the results of the AP Integrated Common Entrance Test (ICET)-2026 on Saturday, revealing an overall pass rate of 91.41% among candidates seeking admission to MBA and MCA programs. The examination, held on May 2 across 91 test centers in 24 districts of Andhra Pradesh and one in Hyderabad, saw 26,219 registered candidates, with 23,198 appearing for the test. A total of 21,205 candidates qualified for admissions counseling, marking a significant success rate for the state-level entrance exam. Female candidates outperformed their male counterparts in the test, with a pass percentage of 92.62% compared to 89.91% for males. Of the 12,766 female participants, 11,825 qualified, while 9,380 out of 10,432 male candidates passed. Vaishnavi Patnala secured the top rank, followed by Burru Venkata Siddartha Yadav, Shaik Khajaliyakhath, Panyam Ramachandra Reddy, and Jada Nani Mahesh Babu in the fifth position. District-wise analysis highlighted varying levels of participation and success. Visakhapatnam district recorded the highest number of registrations, with 3,250 candidates, including 1,340 males and 1,910 females. Of these, 2,679 qualified. NTR district also saw strong participation, with 1,816 registrations and 1,507 qualifiers. West Godavari district reported 1,852 candidates, of whom 1,512 passed.#andhra_pradesh #visakhapatnam #andhra_university #sri_venkateswara_university #g_p_raja_sekhar https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/ap-icet-2026-records-9141-pass-rate-women-outshine-men/article70986591.ece
