Coastal Karnataka braces for severe rains as IMD issues thunderstorm alert
Mangaluru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has recently issued a thunderstorm warning for the coastal region of Karnataka, which is expected to persist over the next three days. Thunderstorms, coupled with lightning, are anticipated to occur in isolated areas across all districts of the coastal region from May 24 to 26.
On Wednesday, May 24, the IMD had specifically cautioned that heavy thunderstorms could hit coastal Karnataka. These storms may be accompanied by gusty winds, reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km per hour.
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Subsequently, on May 25 and 26, thunderstorms are projected to continue in the region, accompanied by rain and lightning. However, the intensity and frequency of these thunderstorms are expected to be more isolated, primarily affecting specific districts in Coastal Karnataka.
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Sai Baba temple at Shirdi not to allow garlands, bouquets, shawls inside
Mumbai, May 10 (PTI): Amid heightened security concerns in the country, the Sai Baba temple trust at Shirdi in Maharashtra has decided not to allow garland, bouquets and shawls to brought inside the temple complex.
The famous temple which draws millions of devotees every year had received a threatening email last week.
Goraksh Gadilkar, a member of the Sai Baba Sansthan Trust, said devotees will be searched before entering the temple.
"The Sansthan received a threat email on May 2. In view of India-Pakistan tensions and the security alert across the country, flowers, garlands, prasad and shawls will not be allowed inside," he told PTI.
The Ahilyanagar district police have also made some suggestions to enhance the security of the temple.
On Friday, the Siddhivinayak temple in Mumbai said it will not allow garlands, prasad and coconuts inside from May 11.
