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  M any wondered whether it was cloud seeding - a weather modification technique to induce rains - that led to flooding of Dubai, but scientists involved in such projects in India categorically dismissed any link, and meteorologists and climatologists rather blamed climate change for the record precipitation in arid West Asia. Since parched UAE periodically conducts cloud seeding to increase level of its dwindling groundwater, extreme rainfall between Monday night and Tuesday evening raised questions on the artificial rain mechanism. The country received a record 255 mm of rain in less than 24 hours, flooding Dubai. Though it rained heavily in neighbouring Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as well, Dubai in UAE faced the maximum impact. What is cloud seeding? Cloud seeding  is a type of weather modification that aims to change the amount or type of precipitation, mitigate hail, or disperse fog. The usual objective is to  increase rain or snow , either for its own...

  The  48-hour silence period  before polling is a crucial time during elections. Here’s what happens during this period: Purpose : The Election Commission of India (ECI) enforces a 48-hour period of  silence  before voting day. This period begins approximately  48 hours before the voting day  and ends after polling has concluded. Campaigning Restrictions : No Active Campaigning : During this time,  political parties and candidates are not allowed to campaign . This means no rallies, public meetings, or other forms of active promotion. Media Restrictions : Television, digital media, and other platforms cannot carry any election-related content during this period. This includes opinion polls, views, or appeals that could influence voters. Exceptions : Door-to-door campaigning is still allowed. Enforcement : The District Magistrate issues directives to ban unlawful assemblies, public meetings, and the use of loudspeakers. Gatherings are restric...