Indian Meteorological Department

Weather update: Cold wave grips north as cyclone Ditwah drenches south

Many regions in South India are likely to receive more rainfall today as cyclone Ditwah moves towards Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast. Also, cold wave will continue to dominate much of North

Updated On: 03 Dec 2025 | 11:14 AM IST

Harsh winter ahead: IMD warns of cold wave in north and central India

Cold waves during December 2025 are likely to be above normal over parts of northwest, central and northeast India, the IMD stated in its winter temperature and rainfall outlook

Updated On: 01 Dec 2025 | 5:23 PM IST

IMD weather Alert: Dense fog, chill in Delhi; heavy rain in Southern India

Delhi-NCR residents woke up to winter chill as the temperature saw a drop today, on Nov 25. IMD has also issued a yellow alert for Southern India, like Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Karnataka

Updated On: 25 Nov 2025 | 12:00 PM IST

IMD weather update: Cold-wave alerts in Chhattisgarh, MP for next two days

IMD has issued severe cold-wave alerts for parts of central India, even as Tamil Nadu and coastal regions brace for light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and strong winds over the next few days

Updated On: 14 Nov 2025 | 12:22 PM IST

Weather update: IMD issues rainfall alert, check the full list of states

IMD predicted widespread rain and thunderstorms in several regions until November 2 in India. Cyclone Montha has weakened but is staying over central Chhattisgarh, moving northwest

Updated On: 31 Oct 2025 | 11:35 AM IST

IMD inks MoU with Ashoka University to boost research in climate science

The India Meteorological Department has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ashoka University to strengthen research and data sharing in climate science and weather forecasting. The MoU was formalised during the second annual workshop on "AI/ML Methods in Weather and Climate Modelling" hosted by Ashoka University's Safexpress Centre for Data, Learning and Decision Sciences. The collaboration will focus on developing advanced models for predicting extreme weather events, assessing climate risks and supporting disaster preparedness. The partnership will combine IMD's vast datasets with Ashoka University's analytical and machine learning expertise, a statement said. It will also promote joint research in meteorology, hydrology, agro-meteorology and environmental sustainability, along with training programmes and internships for students. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said, "This partnership is set to benefit both the institutions, as the university will get IMD's va

Updated On: 13 Sep 2025 | 5:30 PM IST

Weather update: IMD issues alerts for Gujarat, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh

The IMD has stated that September is likely to experience above-normal rainfall. So, several parts of North India, including Punjab and Haryana, and others have been put on 'red' alert for a few days

Updated On: 04 Sep 2025 | 12:11 PM IST

IMD weather: North India braces for severe rains; red, yellow alerts issued

Severe rainfall is seen in a few locations of Delhi today, as per the IMD. Also, it issued red and yellow alerts for many states. This comes after last month's severe rainfall in many parts of India

Updated On: 02 Sep 2025 | 6:10 PM IST

Weather update: IMD issues red alert in Himachal, Madhya Pradesh, UP

India has witnessed a heavy rainfall last month, with the IMD estimating constant rain in September. Severe rainfall is expected in Northwest India, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and more

Updated On: 01 Sep 2025 | 1:32 PM IST

Delhi Airport issues passenger advisory as IMD warns of inclement weather

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for most of the zones, including Central, East, South and New Delhi

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 2:41 PM IST

Weather update: IMD issues alert for heavy rain in many states, know more

The IMD has issued an alert for parts of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Mumbai for heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, the weather department has also issued a yellow alert for Delhi, NCR. Details inside

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 11:32 AM IST

Weather update: IMD issues rain alert in Delhi NCR, UP and other states

In the hill states, constant rain has interrupted daily life. Many Punjab districts have experienced floods as a result of the massive water flow from rivers in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir

Updated On: 26 Aug 2025 | 12:24 PM IST

Weather update 2025: IMD issues orange alert in Tamil Nadu, others states

The IMD predicted moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning in Tamil Nadu today, Aug 22. Orange alert was issued for Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Cuddalore

Updated On: 22 Aug 2025 | 11:43 AM IST

IMD weather update: Rainfall in Delhi-NCR, red alert issued in Uttarakhand

The IMD predicted heavy rains and thunderstorms in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand between August 10 and August 14. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR is expected to experience rainfall throughout the day

Updated On: 12 Aug 2025 | 12:59 PM IST

Weather update: IMD issues alerts for heavy rain in many states on July 29

IMD has forecasted heavy rain in Delhi-NCR today on July 29. Apart from this, there is a possibility of rain today in many states, like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan

Updated On: 29 Jul 2025 | 1:49 PM IST

IMD weather warning: Delhi, Telangana, and 10 other states on rain alert

The IMD issued a heavy rainfall warning and an alert for Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Bihar, Delhi and Assam

Updated On: 23 Jul 2025 | 1:37 PM IST

IMD forecasts heavy rain for coastal K'taka, light showers for Bengaluru

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted heavy to very heavy rain for the next 24 hours in parts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts. Meanwhile, Hangaloru in Udupi district received the highest rainfall on Sunday, measuring 92mm, Gadag district reported 77.1mm rainfall, the third highest rainfall for July so far, it said. It recorded 89.7mm in 2005 and 87.1mm in 2022. The all-time high of 136.4mm rainfall was witnessed in Gadag on September 29, 1960. In Bengaluru, rainfall between 4 and 10mm is expected in the Greater Bengaluru area on Monday. The state capital received 6.5mm rainfall on Sunday. Renjala (73.5mm) and Hakladi (70mm), also in Udupi District, are the other places in Karnataka where rainfall over 70mm was received on Sunday. IMD has predicted heavy rainfall on Monday in parts of Bidar, Kalburgi, Raichur and Yadgir districts of north interior Karnataka. In south interior Karnataka, parts of Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Hassan, Shivam

Updated On: 21 Jul 2025 | 1:38 PM IST

IMD issues flash flood alert for 13 Jharkhand districts amid rain forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued flash flood warning for 13 Jharkhand districts amid prediction of heavy rainfall in parts of the state, an official said. The IMD has issued the warning for Bokaro, East Singhbhum, Giridih, Gumla, Khunti, Latehar, Lohardaga, Palamu, Ramgarh, Ranchi, Saraikela, Simdega and West Singhbhum districts till 5.30 pm of Tuesday. "Surface runoff and inundation may occur at some fully saturated soils and low-lying areas," IMD said in its bulletin. An 'orange' alert for very heavy rainfall has been issued in parts of Jharkhand till July 17, the IMD official said. The alert has been sounded for Gumla, Simdega, Khunti and West Singhbhum districts, which are likely to experience torrential rain between 8.30 am on Monday and 8.30 am on Tuesday, the IMD said. Palamu, Latehar, Garhwa and Hazaribag may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall between 8.30 am on Tuesday and 8.30 am on July 16, while Palamu, Chatra, Koderma, Hazaribag and Giri

Updated On: 14 Jul 2025 | 11:54 AM IST

Weather update: IMD issues heavy rain alerts across the country; know more

IMD today has predicted heavy rainfall across various states, including Delhi, NCR, Goa, Uttarakhand and more. It also stated that monsoons are likely to be in central India over the next few days

Updated On: 10 Jul 2025 | 2:25 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh: 7 districts face flash flood risk, 225 roads closed

With heavy rain pummelling several parts of Himachal Pradesh, the local meteorological department on Tuesday warned of a risk of low to moderate flash floods in parts of seven districts in the next 24 hours. These districts are Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur. The meteorological department also issued a 'yellow' alert, warning of heavy rains at isolated places in the state till next Monday. A total of 225 roads, including 153 in the worst-hit Mandi district, are closed while 163 transformers and 174 water supply schemes are affected in the state, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC). Himachal Pradesh has received 203.2 mm of rain against the normal of 152.6 mm from June 1 to July 8. Mandi district recorded 110 per cent excess rain, Shimla 89 per cent and Una 86 per cent during this period. The monsoon hit Himachal Pradesh on June 20. Parts of the state have been receiving moderate to heavy rain since Monday evening. Gohar has recorded

Updated On: 08 Jul 2025 | 2:47 PM IST