In an unfortunate turn of events, Gujarat grapples with unseasonal rainfall leading to 20 fatalities from lightning strikes. The State Emergency Operation Centre reports casualties in various districts, including Dahod and Bharuch. Widespread rains and thunderstorms claimed lives, with incidents ranging from a fatal lightning strike on a 22-year-old biker in Botad to a tree falling on an autorickshaw in Mehsana. Two farmers in Tapi, and one each in Sabarkantha, Ahmedabad, and Dahod, succumbed to lightning. The unanticipated weather, attributed to a cyclonic circulation, left a trail of destruction, impacting not only lives but also livestock. As the Indian Meteorological Department predicts a slowdown in rain activity, neighboring regions brace for potential rainfall alerts.  

Residents in Panvel and Navi Mumbai experienced mild tremors early in the morning on Sunday, triggered by a magnitude 2.9 earthquake off the west coast of Maharashtra's Mumbai. The incident caused a brief panic among locals. While government officials took several hours to address the situation, the Panvel Municipal Corporation reported no major damage, stating the earthquake occurred within 15 kilometers of the sea coast near Navi Mumbai. Some residents reported hearing a loud noise, heightening concerns in various colonies. Authorities assure no significant impact from the seismic activity.

As tensions mount in the evacuated town of Grindavik, Iceland, officials caution that the volcanic eruption threat remains severe, providing a mere minutes' notice. A civil protection official expressed unprecedented concern, stating, "It is still dangerous here... I have never seen anything like it before." With the evacuation zone labeled perilous, poor weather adds to the complexity, potentially impeding monitoring systems. Residents, forced to flee two weeks ago, may soon return briefly to retrieve valuables if threat levels are lowered. Civil protection chief Vídir Reynisson emphasized the challenge: "We will not see any strong evidence that the magma is coming up."

As Iceland braces for an "imminent" volcanic eruption, stormy weather disrupts monitoring systems, raising concerns among authorities. The Icelandic Meteorological Office warns of potential 30-minute notice for eruption as magma sits just below the surface. The nation, captivated by live streams showcasing a glowing rift in Grindavik, faces suspense amidst decreased earthquake activity. Evacuations persist, impacting vulnerable groups like the elderly. Legal discussions unfold as tenants in Grindavík consider canceling leases due to the situation. With economic uncertainties and over 700 accommodation requests, Iceland faces a critical juncture, awaiting the volcano's next move.

Papua New Guinea is in the grip of a volcanic emergency as Ulawun, its most active volcano, erupts, sending a plume of smoke 15km high. Evacuations are underway and flights from the region's airport are canceled. While the alert level has been downgraded, the eruption's persistence remains uncertain. The volcanic activity, centered on New Britain island, triggered coordination for evacuations and concerns for nearby Bialla town. Situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," Papua New Guinea faces recurrent seismic events. Ulawun's last significant eruption in 2019 displaced over 5,000 people, highlighting the region's vulnerability.

In a hearing on Delhi pollution, the Supreme Court slammed the AAP-run Delhi and Punjab government saying: "This is the most polluted November in six years." The bench said, "It is your job to control it" and observed that farmers are being made a villain as they are not being heard in the court. The court also asked, "Why doesn’t the Punjab government make the process of crop residue 100% free?" The court observed that machine for managing crop residue for farmers is not everything. It questioned why Punjab can't fund diesel, manpower, etc., stating "the state should take a cue from Haryana." 

Residents of Grindavik face heightened uncertainty as Iceland's Meteorological Office warns that magma, potentially reaching very high in the Earth's crust, could trigger an eruption in days. Over 700 earthquakes, a magnitude 2.7 near Hagafell, and magmatic gas detection fuel fears of an imminent Fagradalsfjall volcano eruption. Recent days have seen between 1,500 and 1,800 daily earthquakes in the region. Despite ground swelling near Svartsengi power plant, the precise eruption location remains uncertain. Evacuations continue, with hundreds of displaced children relocating to Reykjavik schools. Civil defence chief Víðir Reynisson emphasizes potential decades of volcanic instability on the Reykjanes Peninsula, urging preparedness for an unpredictable geological event.

A groundbreaking Oxfam report reveals that the wealthiest 1% of the global population, comprising billionaires, millionaires, and those earning over $140,000 annually, are responsible for a staggering 16% of CO2 emissions—more than the poorest 66%. The emissions, equivalent to 5.9 billion tonnes of CO2 in 2019, could lead to over a million heat-related deaths. The report highlights the disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities, urging for hefty wealth taxes on the super-rich and windfall taxes on fossil fuel companies. Oxfam emphasizes the urgent need for climate justice, coinciding with the upcoming UN Cop28 climate summit.  

A volcano eruption on Papua New Guinea's Mount Ulawun has raised concerns for potential tsunamis along the Japanese coasts, as reported by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The eruption, reaching heights of 15,000 meters, prompted the JMA to assess the risk of tsunamis, urging coastal residents to remain cautious. While the agency could not immediately predict the tsunami's size, it warned of potential impacts on Izu and Ogasawara islands. However, as of now, no notable sea level changes have been detected. Neither Papua New Guinea nor Australian authorities have issued tsunami warnings.

On Sunday evening, the Andaman Sea in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands experienced a 4.5 magnitude earthquake, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The seismic event occurred at 7:36 pm at a depth of 120 km. The NCS provided details: "Earthquake of Magnitude: 4.5, Occurred on 19-11-2023, 18:36:46 IST, Lat: 9.94 & Long: 93.89, Depth: 120 Km, Location: Andaman Sea, India." No immediate reports of damage have surfaced. This follows a magnitude 3.9 earthquake in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda on Thursday, according to NCS records.