Bihar

Many Dead from Lightning in India and Nepal

Nearly 40 children killed in rituals during festival

Many drowned during religious rituals

Snakebite kills every sixth minute – lack of antivenom

At least every sixth minute, a person dies from a snakebite. The problem is getting worse in the wake of climate change, according to the WHO, which warns of a shortage of antidote.

Panic in India: Children Killed by "Killer Wolves"

Hundreds of police officers and drones have been deployed to track down a wolf pack in northern India. In recent months, several people are said to have been killed by the animals.

Polling stations closed after India's marathon election

The last voice has been laid in India's several weeks-long election. Who will win is already seen as clear in principle. During the election, at least a dozen election workers have died as a result of an ongoing heatwave.