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Last Updated:May 21, 2025, 00:28 is Once it makes its onset, the southwest monsoon normally covers the entire country by July 8. IMD is yet to issue its month-wise forecast for June, which will give a clearer outlook The farmers are also pinning their hopes on IMD’s first long-range forecast of above-normal monsoon this year,…
According to IMD, the seasonal rainfall was 108% of the long-period average (LPA) from June to September. Monsoon between 96-104% of the LPA is considered normal. (Representational photo/PTI) Though delayed by over a week, the monsoon will withdraw from northwest and central India this week. However, India is still expected to get excess rains in…
From Andhra Pradesh to Telangana and Himachal Pradesh, Monday saw flooding in different parts of India. While as of Monday afternoon, at least 16 people lost their lives in various rain-related incidents in Telangana, a total of 109 roads, including National Highway 707, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following heavy rain. Meanwhile, several parts of…
There may be a few heavy rain spells in and around Jammu region over the next two weeks, but the upper Kashmir Valley — which has gone through a relatively dry season — may not get impacted much. (IMD) The seasonal rains may not affect the polling process as voting begins on September 18 when…
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu with others during a visit to a flood-affected area, in Vijayawada. (PTI Photo) The situation continues to remain grim with nearly 110 villages submerged under floodwaters in Telangana and Andhra CM Naidu seeking Centre’s help to carry out rescue operations Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah spoke to…
The August rainfall, too, exceeded the forecast with an excess of 15%. (PTI File) “There can be extremely heavy rain episodes in the foothills of the Himalayas, especially Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Punjab, as well as Rajasthan, leading to landslides/floods. So we should be cautious,” said Director General of Meteorology M Mohapatra After heavy rain…
Monsoon in India brings with it a plethora of fresh fruits and vegetables, but also the risk of waterborne infection. So, it’s essential to exercise caution when consuming these produce during this rainy season. Improper washing can lead to the transmission of harmful bacteria and pathogens, resulting in foodborne illnesses. The best way to curtail…
(NOTE: This article was originally published in the India Today issue dated August 19, 2024) If there are rains, can viruses be far behind? The southwest monsoon, which hit India at the end of May, brought with it much-needed relief from the blistering summer, but also saw an alarming outbreak of a range of viral…
Monsoon brings a cool and refreshing change to the weather from the scorching dry heat of summer. However, it also brings along a surge in infections. All around you — at work, home, school or in public transport — you will come across people coughing, sneezing or feeling drained. The high moisture content in the…
Monsoon season brings with it an array of eye health issues. As Dr Abhinav Singh, Senior Consultant, Sharp Sight Eye Hospitals, points out, the damp and humid weather becomes a breeding ground for various infectious agents, leading to an increased incidence of eye diseases. “From conjunctivitis to fungal infections, the rainy season requires heightened awareness…