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Delhi airport terminal horror: Roof collapse amid rain, social media erupts

Scenes of confusion and frustration unfolded at Delhi airport due to a substantial number of flight cancellations following the collapse of the airport roof amid persistent heavy rainfall

Delhi braces for more rain as weather department predicts another wet spell

The IMD has predicted thunderstorms with rain for June 25, 27, and 28 in the national capital

Rains, gusty winds lash several parts of Mumbai; businesses, life disrupted

Flight operations at Mumbai airport were temporarily suspended due to low visibility and strong winds

Floods likely to worsen in Brazil's South, where many who remain are poor

More heavy rain is forecast for Brazil's already flooded Rio Grande do Sul state, where many of those remaining are poor people with limited ability to move to less dangerous areas. More than 15 cm (nearly 6 inches) of rain could fall over the weekend and will probably worsen flooding, according to the Friday afternoon bulletin from Brazil's national meteorology institute. It said there is also a high likelihood that winds will intensify and water levels rise in the Patos lagoon next to the state capital, Porto Alegre, and the surrounding area. As of Saturday morning, heavy rains were falling in northern Rio Grande do Sul, while Porto Alegre and the southern part of the state were receiving drizzle. Carlos Sampaio, 62, lives in a low-income community next to soccer club Gremio's stadium in Porto Alegre. His two-story home doubles as a sports bar. Even though the first floor is flooded, he said he won't leave, partly out of fear of looters in his high-crime neighbourhood, where poli

Yellow alert in Himachal after 104 roads blocked in rain, snowfall

Normal life was disrupted in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday as higher reaches received snowfall and rain lash mid and lower hills, blocking 104 roads and three national highways, officials said. The vehicular movement to Keylong was suspended due to a massive landslide at the Selfie Point near Sissu on Manali- Keylong highway, they said. As many as 104 roads, including 99 in Lahaul and Spiti, are closed due to snowfall, according to the state emergency operation centre. Movement on Gramphu-Losar, Darcha-Sarchu and Rohtang Pass were blocked in Lahaul and Spiti, it said. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has deployed men and machinery to clear the blockade and traffic is expected to resume in next two to three hours, a spokesman of BRO said. The local meteorological station has issued a yellow warning of thunderstorm at isolated places on April 22 and 23. It has forecast rain in mid hills and rain and snowfall in higher reaches for the next six days from April 21 to April 26 as a

Indian mission in Dubai launches helpline for affected in extreme rain

India's consulate here has launched helpline numbers for Indians and stranded passengers affected by unprecedented heavy rains pounded the city and the northern Emirate of the UAE. Heavy rains swept through the United Arab Emirates and surrounding countries on Tuesday, affecting normal life. The tarmac of the busy Dubai International Airport was left submerged, leading to the cancellation of flights. In a post on X, India's consulate mentioned the helpline numbers through which the Indian community can seek help for their issues following extreme weather conditions. According to the consulate, +971501205172, +971569950590, +971507347676, and +971585754213 were available for weather-related emergencies. The Consulate also said it is in touch with UAE authorities and the airlines to facilitate stranded passengers. Regular updates from airlines are being conveyed to travellers, and relief measures have been extended in association with Indian community organisations, the Indian Consu

Highlights of the day: Delhi airport sees 13 flight diversions on Feb 1

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Delhi's air quality 'very poor' on Monday as minimum temperature slips

Delhi weather forecast: On Monday IMD's website showed that the probability of rain in the national capital is 100 per cent

Cyclone 'Michaung' may bring light to moderate rain in south Bengal: Met

Southern districts of West Bengal, including Kolkata, are likely to receive light to moderate rain in the next two days as an effect of cyclonic storm 'Michaung' forming over the Bay of Bengal, the Met department said on Sunday. The system, which is moving in a northwestward direction in the southwest Bay of Bengal, is under constant surveillance, it said. On reaching north Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh coasts, the system is likely to recurve and move in a northward direction and cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast on December 5 as a severe cyclonic storm, the Met said. The weather system will bring in its wake light rain in south Bengal districts of Purba and Paschim Medinipore, Jhargram, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, Kolkata, Howrah and Hooghly on December 6 and 7, it added.

Rain brings joy to Rajasthan farmers, to expedite sowing of rabi crops

Rabi crops have been sown in over 84.55 lakh hectares, so far, much below the target of 1.17 crore hectares

Rain lashes Delhi as IMD predicts thunderstorms, showers in parts of NCR

As per the IMD, the minimum temperature in Delhi on Monday was recorded at 13.4 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature was recorded at 23 degrees

Staples prices soar across Maharashtra as scanty rain impacts supply chain

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), while overall rain in Maharashtra during the monsoon was typical, it was deficient in numerous locations

Combating air pollution with artificial rain: Cloud seeding explained

The Delhi govt has announced it would initiate cloud seeding to tackle air pollution in the national capital

'God may have heard prayers, no thanks to govt': SC on Delhi air pollution

The Supreme Court asked the government why speed on curbing air pollution comes only after the court intervenes every year

Despite sudden showers, Delhi continues to struggle with 'severe' AQI

Delhi air pollution today: Parts of Delhi saw some respite due to rain, but the city largely continues to struggle with an AQI of over 400

Heavy rain triggers landslides in Tamil Nadu, schools shut in 5 districts

Schools in five districts - Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Madurai, Theni, Dindigul - of Tamil Nadu have been declared closed due to heavy rains

Sugar market eyes restrictions from India after lower monsoon rains

The global sugar market has been jittery for weeks on concerns that poor rains will crimp output and prompt India to restrict shipments to contain local prices ahead of an election next year

Delhi wakes up to a rainy Friday, IMD says more showers expected today

According to the India Meteorological Department, spells of light rain accompanied by gusty winds will gradually decrease after 9.30 am on Friday

Rain lowers temperature, Delhi records first 'good' air quality of the year

The weather forecast predicts generally cloudy skies with the possibility of light rain or drizzle in a few places on Monday, with temperatures ranging from 32°C to 24°C

September rains will limit risks to food supplies, says Food Secy Chopra

India, the world's top rice shipper, has now restricted exports of every variety of the staple. It is also selling tomatoes, onions and grains from state reserves to improve local supplies