
Heavy Rains Hit Gurgaon, Red Alert Issued for Delhi and Haryana
Gurgaon has experienced nearly 100 mm of rainfall, leading to a red alert for Delhi and some districts in Haryana. More heavy rains are expected across Delhi and northern states.
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Gurgaon has experienced nearly 100 mm of rainfall, leading to a red alert for Delhi and some districts in Haryana. More heavy rains are expected across Delhi and northern states.
Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched the "Daidaita Lodi" operation in Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states to reduce highway crashes and enforce load limits.

The India Meteorological Department forecasts that the southwest monsoon will advance over northern states, with Delhi expecting its arrival by July 4, alongside a heatwave warning for Uttar Pradesh.
The Leprosy Mission in Nigeria has unveiled a new livelihood program aimed at empowering over 2000 inmates and vulnerable groups across six northern states and the FCT.

An article discusses a brewing 'revolution' in the Northern states of Nigeria, linking the plight of the downtrodden almajiris to the rise of banditry.

Romanian President Nicușor Dan stated at the B9 Summit that the northern states in the B9 format share common concerns and face a common threat from Russia, emphasizing the decisions made to address this.
An aide to Atiku Abubakar has accused First Lady Remi Tinubu of politicizing the current economic hardship by implementing a rice and cash support program specifically for northern states.

India's proposed delimitation exercise, based on the 2011 census, aims to increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 850, with a significant portion going to northern states, raising concerns and opposition.
A geomagnetic storm is forecast to occur tonight, potentially producing spectacular displays of the Northern Lights in several northern states. Aurora enthusiasts are advised to look to the skies.

Northern Nigerian states have agreed to strengthen inter-state collaboration, institutionalize peer learning platforms, and improve early warning systems to enhance security at a dialogue held in Jos.

Senators from Nigeria's 19 Northern states and the FCT, under the Northern Senators Forum, have condemned the recent bomb explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State, which occurred after Iftar and resulted in casualties.

Delhi is expected to have generally cloudy skies with a spell of very light rain or drizzle in the coming days, as the IMD issues a thunderstorm warning for northern states.

The report indicates that the shortage of doctors in many northern states has made community health practitioners (CHPs) the backbone of healthcare delivery in rural areas and primary health…

The Nigerian Federal Government has called on 19 northern states and the FCT to create robust sustainability plans for the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) initiative, ensuring its long-term benefits.
According to Reuters, Mexico's President Sheinbaum is reportedly considering pilot fracking projects in the northern states of Coahuila and Tamaulana, potentially starting as early as next month.

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has praised the Northern States Governors’ Forum for establishing the Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund, an initiative aimed at enhancing regional security.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that conditions are favorable for the monsoon to advance across northern states, with its arrival in Delhi and other parts of north India anticipated within the next five to six days.

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has urged Northern leaders to move beyond rhetoric and take decisive action against insecurity, poverty, and underdevelopment in the region.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a five-day heatwave warning for several northern states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana. An orange alert has been declared for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad, with temperatures expected to be extremely high.
Wealthier northern European states are demanding that strict rule-of-law conditions be attached to the allocation of funds in the upcoming EU budget.
Nigeria's First Lady Remi Tinubu has launched the distribution of rice and N1.2 billion in palliatives to vulnerable households across 19 northern states for Eid-el-Kabir.
Seven northern states in Nigeria are scheduled to experience planned power outages from April to May 2026 as part of a grid modernization project. The initiative aims to upgrade the country's power infrastructure.
The Congress party has voiced opposition to a proposed bill that would increase Lok Sabha seats by 50%, arguing it would disadvantage southern, northeastern, and western states by disproportionately boosting representation for northern states.
Security officials from Benue, Kaduna, Katsina, and Plateau states in Nigeria have united to combat cross-border insecurity, pledging enhanced collaboration and early warning systems.

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, has condemned deadly explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State, describing the incident as barbaric and cowardly.

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Teenage pregnancy remains a serious public health challenge in Nigeria, with northern states such as Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kaduna recording the highest rates. The post Teenage pregnancy highest in northern Nigeria — Report appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mr Buru said the church had, for about 20 years, supported underprivileged Muslims and Tsangaya schools across five northern states with food items The post Church distributes Ramadan food to Tsangaya schools in Kaduna appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mexico is set to install dozens of new seismic monitoring systems in its northern states, an area historically underserved due to a misconception of low earthquake activity. These monitors will provide crucial data for research, despite severe damage from quakes being rare.
President Tinubu’s administration has officially flagged off the construction of the Northeast Super Highway. This major infrastructure project aims to connect key Northern states in Nigeria.

Following recent victories in northern states, India's BJP party is now focusing on strengthening its organizational base in the South, setting its agenda for the upcoming Assembly elections in Telangana and Karnataka.
Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, expressed sorrow over the passing of the Emir of Ngazargamu, Alhaji Tijjani Ahmed Ibn-S.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning for several northern states, Melaka, and Port Dickson, forecasting heavy rain and strong winds until 10 am on May 19.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has issued a warning about an impending seasonal malaria surge in Nigeria's northern states, linking it to child malnutrition and emphasizing the urgent need for intervention.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned against and faulted calls to suspend political campaigns in Borno, Benue, Plateau, and other northern states. He emphasized the importance of continuing democratic activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticizes proposed delimitation, claiming it favors BJP-ruled northern states, risking southern representation and federalism.

The Northern States Governors’ Forum in Nigeria has reiterated its support for state policing, declaring that despite improvements, there is no room for complacency regarding the region's security landscape.
A heatwave is currently affecting the northern states of Malaysia, leading to concerns about public health and environmental conditions.

The United States is experiencing chaotic weather conditions, including heatwaves on the West Coast, floods in Hawaii, heavy snowfall in northern states, and storm warnings on the East Coast, affecting 200 million people.

Punjab’s AAP government tabled a resolution in the State Assembly on the Union government’s failure in foreign policy and its impact on the country’s energy security

The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory to create robust sustainability plans for the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) initiative, ensuring its long-term benefits.