Heat Dome: It is a high-pressure atmospheric system that traps warm air near the Earth’s surface for prolonged periods, leading to extreme heat conditions+ Because hot air expands, it creates a bulging dome that traps heat within it+ Mechanism: Descending air gets compressed and heated, while high pressure prevents cloud formation and traps hot air near the surface+ Impacts: Leads to heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, and severe health risks.

Stroke: Stroke is a medical emergency caused by interruption of blood flow to the brain due to blockage or bleeding, leading to brain cell death+ Types: Includes ischemic stroke (blood clot), hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in brain), and transient ischemic attack (temporary blockage)+ Symptoms: Sudden dizziness, vision loss, facial droop, arm weakness, and slurred speech+ Treatment: Requires immediate CT/MRI diagnosis, thrombolytic therapy, and rehabilitation.

Mekedatu Project: It is a proposed ₹9,000-crore multi-purpose balancing reservoir, designed to provide 4.75 TMC of drinking water to Bengaluru and generate 400 MW of power+ Location: Located on the Cauvery River near the Sangama confluence of the Arkavathy tributary in Karnataka’s Ramanagara and Chamarajanagar districts+ The Court in 2025 had rejected Tamil Nadu’ plea challenging the Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu project as "premature."