Rainfall

Draw micro-level plans to tackle El Niño, weak monsoon: PMO to ministries

All major ministries attend high-level review meeting on low monsoon impact; rains 51 per cent surplus on Tuesday

Updated On: 07 Jul 2026 | 9:38 PM IST

IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms as monsoon set to advance further

The IMD has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several states as conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to advance into more regions

Updated On: 21 Jun 2026 | 8:40 AM IST

Why El Nino could become India's next growth and inflation challenge

With rainfall turning weaker and El Nino risks rising, India could face pressure on farm output, food inflation, rural demand and overall economic growth in FY27

Updated On: 19 Jun 2026 | 4:12 PM IST

Why has monsoon progress stalled across parts of India despite early onset?

After a swift onset over Kerala and rapid early advances, the southwest monsoon has lost momentum across India, leaving many states facing rainfall deficits and water concerns

Updated On: 19 Jun 2026 | 11:29 AM IST

IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms across Delhi-NCR over next five days

The Met Department has forecast rain activity across Delhi-NCR till at least June 21, with cloudy skies, thunderstorms and strong winds expected intermittently over the next five days

Updated On: 17 Jun 2026 | 9:08 AM IST

IMD forecasts widespread rainfall as monsoon advances across parts of India

Heavy rainfall warning for Northeast and southern states; thunderstorms likely over Northwest India

Updated On: 15 Jun 2026 | 8:22 AM IST

Rain, thunderstorms likely across India as heatwave persists in some areas

Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected to continue across large parts of India, bringing relief from high temperatures

Updated On: 14 Jun 2026 | 8:44 AM IST

IMD forecasts widespread rainfall as monsoon advances across India

IMD forecasts widespread rainfall across several regions as the monsoon advances, while heatwave conditions continue to persist in parts of north and central India

Updated On: 07 Jun 2026 | 8:15 AM IST

Heatwave eases as rain cools North India, IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi

Rain, thunderstorms and hail are forecast across several states on Sunday, bringing respite from the intense summer heat

Updated On: 31 May 2026 | 7:15 AM IST

India's 1st rainfall derivatives contract starts on May 29: What to expect

A look at the challenges and benefits

Updated On: 29 May 2026 | 9:39 AM IST

Skymet to move court to challenge NCDEX's rainfall futures launch

Skymet Weather Services plans legal action against NCDEX over its rainfall futures launch, objecting to the exchange's partnership with IMD for the product

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

Heatwave intensifies in west India; rain, storms likely in Delhi-NCR

IMD has warned of prolonged heatwave conditions across western and central India even as thunderstorms, gusty winds and heavy rain are expected in parts of the north, south and Northeast

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 7:27 AM IST

IMD issues heatwave alert for north, west India; rain to lash south

IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely across south and northeast India

Updated On: 10 May 2026 | 7:47 AM IST

Rain cools North India, Delhi; IMD forecasts more showers till May 11

Rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds cool several regions as IMD forecasts continued wet spells till May 11, even as heatwave conditions persist in parts of Rajasthan

Updated On: 06 May 2026 | 7:42 AM IST

Morning showers bring relief in Delhi; rain, thunderstorms to sweep India

Widespread rainfall activity expected in multiple regions, particularly in northeast and southern states, as coastal areas brace for hot and humid conditions

Updated On: 04 May 2026 | 7:18 AM IST

IMD forecasts rain, storms across India; issues yellow alert for Delhi

Rain and thunderstorms have brought relief from scorching heat, but the IMD warns of more showers, gusty winds and isolated heatwave conditions across regions

Updated On: 03 May 2026 | 7:38 AM IST

India likely to see above-normal rainfall, mixed heat trends in May: IMD

The IMD has also flagged an increase in heatwave days in specific regions, particularly along the foothills of the Himalayas, parts of the east coast, and in Gujarat and Maharashtra

Updated On: 01 May 2026 | 2:21 PM IST

Rain, thunderstorms cool North India as heatwave persists in other regions

India is witnessing a sharp weather contrast, with heatwave conditions gripping parts of central and western regions while rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds bring relief to north and eastern states

Updated On: 01 May 2026 | 7:18 AM IST

Rain, storms bring relief in North India; IMD forecasts more showers ahead

Light rain and thunderstorms bring relief across North India, lowering temperatures by up to 5°C; IMD forecasts more showers nationwide

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 7:32 AM IST

Rain, storms bring relief to Delhi from heat; check IMD weather forecast

Delhi-NCR woke to rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms, easing heatwave conditions. IMD has forecast more showers, falling temperatures, and similar weather across several regions

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 8:55 AM IST