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IMD launches dedicated weather forecast for Sabarimala pilgrimage

In a first for the Sabarimala pilgrimage, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has introduced a localised weather forecasting system, similar to those for the Amarnath and Char Dham yatras. IMD officials announced on Thursday that its regional centre has installed three rain gauges at Sannidhanam, Pamba, and Nilakkal to issue three-day weather forecasts. These forecasts will soon be upgraded to real-time weather bulletins, known as "nowcasts," said IMD regional director Neetha K Gopal. Recognising the challenges posed by rising temperatures and high humidity during dry spells, the IMD also plans to install temperature gauges in the area. The initiative follows a request from the Pathanamthitta district administration, which sought real-time weather updates for Sabarimala due to the region's susceptibility to extreme rainfall. Recent landslides in Wayanad have further emphasised the need for caution in sensitive areas. Authorities revealed that while the IMD initially consider

Bengaluru becomes Venice amid rains: 5 dead in building collapse. Updates

On Monday, Bengaluru recorded the highest daily rainfall in 27 years. As many as 100 lakes are overflowing and roads are flooded due to continuous downpour

Bengaluru rains: Schools shut due to heavy rains, IMD issues 'orange' alert

Bengaluru rainfall: The Yelahanka Zone experienced the heaviest rainfall in the city on Tuesday, with Chowdeswari Nagar recording 73.5 mm, while the Jakkur area received 65.5 mm

Heavy rains continue to batter Chennai, waterlogging affects bus services

Chennai rains: The IMD issued a "red" alert for certain regions of the state and warned of heavy rainfall on October 17 and 18

Chennai faces severe waterlogging amid heavy rains, IMD issues orange alert

Chennai rainfall: The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal between October 12-16, with the most intense downpours likely on October 14-15

Bengaluru braces for a rainy week as IMD issues alert across Karnataka

Bengaluru weather: The IMD predicts heavy rains to continue throughout the week, with a generally cloudy sky expected between October 14 and October 17

Brace for a bitter chill: IMD warns harsh winter for north Indian states

IMD has predicted a severe cold wave for northern states of India as La Nina conditions develop, anticipating colder-than-normal temperatures in the coming months

Bihar faces severe flooding: Over 1.6 mn affected, six barrages breached

Bihar has issued heavy rain and flood alerts, deploying six NDRF teams from other states, with a total of 12 NDRF and 22 SDRF teams conducting relief operations

Odisha rains: Schools in Puri shut; heavy rainfall floods Konark Temple

Odisha rainfall: Flooding has created difficulties for tourists at the Konark Sun Temple near Puri, with some wading through knee-deep water as the temple entrance remains submerged

Mumbai rains: 4 dead due to rain-related incidents; schools, colleges shut

Mumbai rains: Heavy rains lashed Mumbai on Wednesday night, causing severe waterlogging and flight diversions; the IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai

IMD weather update 2024: Rainfall predicted in several states; details here

The IMD estimated severe rainfall across multiple regions in India from September 25 to 30, including North Karnataka and Kerala with alerts for isolated downpour in several states

Monsoon withdrawal soon, but heavy rains to continue across India: IMD

IMD monsoon update: The IMD predicts that widespread rainfall will continue over parts of Gujarat and western India throughout the week, which could delay the withdrawal in those areas

IMD Weather update: Isolated rainfall predicted in parts of India

The Met Department predicts light to moderate rainfall across the country, while Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha are to experience isolated heavy rainfall from September 23 to 26

IMD weather 2024: Rain likely at many places nationwide for next 4-5 days

There is no alert for severe rainfall for today, Sept 20, as per the IMD. But as the monsoon comes to an end; light to moderate rainfall is predicted nationwide over the next four to five days

Delhi-NCR braces for heavy rains as monsoon withdrawal delays till October

IMD weather forecast: By early September, Delhi had already surpassed its annual and seasonal rainfall averages, with the total rainfall exceeding 1,000 mm

IMD weather 2024: Rain forecast for metro cities in India; check details

According to the IMD, no alert has been issued for heavy rainfall on Sept 19 and 20 across India, as the monsoon season nears its end. However, moderate rain is expected in many regions until Sept 25

IMD weather 2024: Heavy rainfall predicted in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh

On September 13, the IMD issued an orange alert for multiple states and a red alert for severe rain in Uttarakhand. The northeastern states are predicted to see intense rainfall

Delhi faces severe waterlogging amid heavy rains, IMD issues 'orange' alert

Delhi rains: Heavy rainfall caused significant traffic disruptions and waterlogging in Delhi and the NCR region on Friday, leading the IMD to issue an 'orange' alert

IMD weather 2024: Red alert issued for heavy showers in many states

The IMD gave a red alert for severe downpours on September 12 in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh. Simultaneously, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan have been given an orange alert

Delhi waterlogged after heavy rain, IMD forecasts more showers today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds, for the day in Delhi