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Monsoon to withdraw from HP during last week of Sep: MeT Dept
Monsoon will withdraw from Himachal Pradesh during the last week of this month, the Meteorological (MeT) Department here said. However, there will be a significant decrease in precipitation after a couple of days, MeT department director Manmohan Singh said. Light to moderate rainfall is likely at scattered places in the next two days, he said. Meanwhile, light to moderate rainfall also occurred at several places in the state in 24 hours. The highest 34.1 millimetres rain was recorded at Jubbarhatti, followed by Shimla (26.6 mm), Sundernagar (16.6 mm) and Manali (12.2 mm) in during 24 hours. Meanwhile, the highest 32.8 degrees Celsius temperature was recorded in Una, whereas the lowest 10.1 degrees Celsius temperature was recorded in Keylong, Singh added.
Meghalaya Assembly autumn session to start from September 21
The autumn session of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly will commence from September 21, an official said on Monday. "The Autumn Session will commence from September 21 and extend till September 27," Assembly Commissioner and Secretary Andrew Simons said. He said government business has been allotted for September 21, 25 and 27, while private members' business has been slated for September 24 and 26, respectively.
Monsoon below normal for third straight month in August: IMD data
The countrywide monsoon saw the highest rain deficiency of the season in August -- ironically the month when a large part of Kerala was submerged and many other states received "excess" rainfall, as per the official IMD data. In the third consecutive month of rainfall deficiency, August recorded 92 per cent of rainfall of the Long Period Average (LPA) after 95 per cent in June and 94 per cent in July, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) data showed. The IMD officials blamed the low nationwide figures for monsoon rains largely on deficient rainfall in east and northeast India. Officially, the Southwest Monsoon season runs from June to September. From September 15, it usually starts withdrawing from Rajasthan and ends gradually. Incidentally, it was the month of August when Kerala saw an unprecedent rainfall activity submerging several parts of the state, resulting in a major crisis situation. According to the IMD, Kerala received "large excess" rainfall while the meteorological ..
Sunny Monday morning in Delhi, rains expected
It was a sunny morning in the national capital on Monday with the minimum temperature recorded at 24.8 degrees Celsius, a notch below the season's average, the weather office said, predicting light rains for the day ahead.
Rains continue to lash parts of Rajasthan
Rains continued to lash parts of Rajasthan where Pisangan in Ajmer recorded 12 cm rainfall followed by Mangrol in Baran which recorded 11 cm. Bakani in Jhalawar registered 10 cm while Degod in Kota and Bijoliya in Bhilwara recorded 10 and 9 cm rains respectively till Sunday morning while many other places recorded below 9 cm rains. Jaipur and Ajmer received 0.3 and 0.2 mm rains till Sunday evening since morning, according to the Meteorological (MeT) department. The department has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places in eastern parts of the state.
Rains lash parts of Pb and Hry
Light to moderate rainfall lashed parts of Punjab and Haryana Sunday, leading to a dip in mercury at many places. Chandigarh was lashed by rains during late afternoon hours. The maximum temperature here settled at 33 degree Celsius, which was within the normal limit as per the MeT department report. Amritsar, which was also lashed by rains, recorded a high in temperature of 33.2 degree Celsius, one notch below normal limits. Ludhiana and Patiala recorded respective maximum temperatures of 33.7 degree Celsius and 34.1 degree Celsius. Hisar, which received light rain, recorded a high of 33 degree Celsius, down from the normal limits. Ambala recorded a high of 34.8 degree Celsius, while Bhiwani's maximum settled at 31.1 degree Celsius. Karnal recorded a high of 32.0 degree Celsius, while Narnaul's maximum dropped by eight degrees below normal to settle at 27 degree Celsius. According to the MeT department forecast for the next two days, rain or thundershowers are likely to occur at ...
Heavy rains lash different parts of Delhi
Heavy rains lashed different parts of the city Saturday as the minimum temperature dipped to 25 degrees Celsius, according to the MeT Department here. The downpour brought respite from the humidity as strong winds swept through the city. The minimum temperature was recorded at 25 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average, and the maximum temperature was recorded at 34 degrees Celsius during the day. The weather office has predicted light rains in several areas of the city even Sunday. "The skies will remain generally cloudy. There is the possibility of light rains tomorrow," a MeT official said. Heavy rains lashed different parts of central and east Delhi. The Palam observatory recorded 42 mm of rainfall while the Lodi Road observatory registered 1.7mm of rainfall.
Naturopath held for spreading false info on medicines to treat
A naturopath was arrested Saturday for allegedly spreading false information through the social media about medicines given by the government to people affected by leptospirosis following the heavy rains last month in Kerala. Jacob Vadakkanchery was arrested by the state CB-CID after a probe was carried out on a directive received by the state police chief from Health Minister K K Shailaja Teacher, police said. They said that Jacob, through his social media posts, questioned the authenticity of themedicines given by the government to prevent leptospirosis (rat fever). Police had earlier warned him against carrying out a false propaganda to create panic among people. The minister had earlier this week asked the Director General of Police Lokanath Behera to initiate action against Vadakkanchery for spreading misleading information on rat fever. The government action against him came amid efforts by the health department to control the spread of leptospirosis reported in ...
Cloudy Saturday morning in Delhi
It was a cloudy morning in the national capital on Saturday with the minimum temperature recorded at 25.5 degrees Celsius, the season's average, the weather office said.
Rain subsides in Odisha, Met dept warns of fresh showers
Rain subsided Friday after crippling life for three days in parts of Odisha even as the Met department warned of more showers in the next 24 hours. Torrential downpour was likely in parts of Jharsuguda, Sundargarh, Bargarh, Nuapada, Kalahandi and Koraput on Saturday, while sporadic rain could be expected across the state till Sunday, an official at Met Centre here said. The districts of Sundargarh, Kendrapara, Jajpur and Jagatsinghpur faced severe water-logging issues as rain pounded parts of the state in the past three days, he said. "Several areas in Bhadrak district were marooned as the water level n Baitarani river rose above the danger mark of 17.83 metre at Akhuapada. The administration geared up to meet any eventuality and maintained a close watch," the official said. In Sundargarh district, rain water inundated areas in Sundargarh town and Kutra area. The average rainfall recorded in the state over the past 24 hours was 47.1 mm, the office of Special Relief ...
Heavy rains cause traffic snarls, flight diversions in national capital
Heavy rains lashed parts of the national capital Friday, causing traffic congestion at major intersections across the city and flight diversions from the IGI airport. The downpour brought respite from the humidity, while causing waterlogging in many areas. Traffic was affected on the Wazirabad Road, the Bhajan Pura Main Road and Khajuri Chowk in northeast Delhi. Other routes affected due to waterlogging were between Old Gurugram Road towards Rao Mata Din Marg Crossing and Fun N Food Village in southwest Delhi, and Rajapuri Chowk and Palam Flyover in west Delhi. Sources at the IGI airport said 17 flights were diverted. Most diversions took place between 3.20 pm and 4.30 pm. According to MeT department, the humidity was recorded at 60 per cent. The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average. The weatherman has predicted light rains in several areas of the city tomorrow. "The skies will remain generally cloudy. There is possibility of ...
Heavy rains cause traffic snarls in national capital
Heavy rains lashed parts of the national capital Friday, bringing respite from the humidity while causing traffic congestion at all major intersections across the city. Waterlogging was reported from many parts of the city. Traffic was affected on the Wazirabad Road, the Bhajan Pura Main Road and Khajuri Chowk in northeast Delhi. Other routes affected due to waterlogging were between Old Gurugram Road towards Rao Mata Din Marg Crossing and Fun N Food Village in southwest Delhi, and Rajapuri Chowk and Palam Flyover in west Delhi. According to MeT department, the humidity was recorded at 60 per cent. The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average. The weatherman has predicted light rains in several areas of the city tomorrow. "The skies will remain generally cloudy. There is possibility of light rain tomorrow," a MeT official said. The official said the minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to settle at 25.6 degrees and 34.4 ...
Heavy rain brings respite for Delhiites
Heavy rains lashed parts of the national capital Friday, bringing respite from the humidity with the mercury settling at 32.4 degrees Celsius. According to MeT department, the humidity was recorded at 60 per cent. The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average. The weatherman has predicted light rains in several areas of the city tomorrow. "The skies will remain generally cloudy. There is possibility of light rain tomorrow," a MeT official said. The official said the minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to settle at 26.6 degrees and 34.4 degrees Celsius respectively.
Incessant rain cripples life in Odisha
Incessant rains crippled life in several parts of Odisha Thursday as the depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a deep depression, raising the likelihood of more downpour till Friday, officials said. Low-lying areas in several districts, including Jagatsinghpur, Puri, Cuttack, Kendrapara, Jajpur, Bhadrak and Khordha were inundated as heavy rain pounded many parts of the state since Tuesday, they said. Vehicular movement was disrupted at many places with roads getting submerged with rain water. Life was affected in the twin-city of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar. With rain water leaving several areas marooned in Cuttack city, the administration declared closure of all educational institutions Thursday. Life came to a standstill in the port town of Paradip which recorded a maximum 412 mm rain since Wednesday, the officials said, adding waterlogging in several areas of the Paradip Port disrupted loading and unloading of consignments. A large number of vehicles were seen ...
Maximum temperatures hover above normal levels in Punjab, Haryana
The maximum temperatures hovered above normal levels in most parts of Punjab and Haryana Thursday. UT Chandigarh, the joint capital of both states, registered its maximum temperature at 35.2 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal limits, according to the MeT Department here. Among other places in Haryana, Ambala, Hisar, Bhiwani and Karnal recorded maximum temperatures at 33.9, 37.3, 34.6 and 34.4 degrees Celsius, respectively. In Punjab, Amritsar recorded a high of 36.1 degrees Celsius while Ludhiana and Patiala recorded their maximum temperatures at 35.2 and 35.6 degrees Celsius, respectively. According to a forecast by the MeT Department, rains or thundershowers are likely to occur at isolated places in Punjab and Haryana over the next two days.
Cloudy Thursday morning in Delhi
It was a cloudy Thursday morning in the national capital with the minimum temperature recorded at 26.5 degrees Celsius, a notch above the season's average, Met said.
9 die in rain-related incidents in UP
At least nine rain-related deaths were reported from different parts of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, an official said. With this, the total number of rain-related deaths in the state since September 1 has touched 58. In a statement issued here, the UP relief commissioner said on Wednesday, three rain-related deaths were reported from Faizabad while two lives were lost in Unnao. One person died each in Auraiyya, Hardoi, Meerut and Etah. On September 4, as many as nine people died in the state. This includes two in Faizabad and one each in Etah, Auraiyya, Sultanpur, Jaunpur, Hathras, Rae Bareli and Ghaziabad. Similarly on September 3, 14 lives were lost in the state. This includes three each in Gonda and Kushinagar, two each in Mirzapur and Bijnor. One person died each in Bahraich, Sitapur, Meerut and Unnao. On September 2, as many as 10 people died in the state in various rain-related incidents. Four deaths were reported from Jhansi, two from Etawah and one each from Firozabad, Rae ...
Max temperatures stay close to normal in Punjab, Haryana
The maximum temperatures hovered close to normal levels in most parts of Punjab and Haryana Wednesday. UT Chandigarh, the joint capital of both states, registered its maximum temperature at 32.3 degrees Celsius, according to the MeT Department here. The city also received 0.4 mm of rainfall. Among other places in Haryana, Ambala, Bhiwani, Hisar and Karnal recorded their maximum temperatures at 31.9, 33.3, 35.9 and 31 degrees Celsius, respectively. Narnaul witnessed a maximum temperature of 33 degrees Celsius. In Punjab, Amritsar recorded a high of 36.3 degrees Celsius while Ludhiana and Patiala recorded maximum temperatures at 34 and 32.6 degrees Celsius, respectively. According to a forecast by the MeT Department, light to moderate rains were likely to take place at isolated places in Punjab and Haryana in the next 24 hours.
Gordon makes landfall near Alabama-Mississippi border
Thousands of people were without power as Tropical Storm Gordon made landfall late Tuesday just west of the Alabama-Mississippi border. The National Hurricane center said Gordon struck about 10 p.m. and the storm is forecast to quickly weaken as it moves inland across Mississippi, Louisiana and into Arkansas through Thursday. It did not reach hurricane status. Gordon strengthened some in the final hours as it neared the central Gulf Coast, clocking top sustained winds of 110 kph. The National Hurricane Center said Gordon's tight core was about 30 kilometres southeast of Biloxi, Mississippi, or about 55 kilometres south of Mobile, Alabama, where heavy rains and winds picked up shortly before nightfall. More than 27,000 customers are without power Tuesday night as Tropical Storm Gordon began pushing ashore. Those outages are mostly in coastal Alabama and include the western tip of the Florida Panhandle around Pensacola, with a few hundred in southeastern Mississippi. The number of ...
Odisha likely to be lashed by heavy rains this weekend
Rain-battered Odisha is likely to be lashed by heavy downpours till this weekend with a low pressure set to shape up over the Bay of Bengal, the weatherman said. While rain and thundershower is likely to occur most places over north and south Odisha, heavy to very heavy rain is likely to occur at some places over northern region and Puri and Khordha districts, the Met office here said. Moreover, a low pressure area is likely to form over north Bay of Bengal & neighbourhood around September 6 which may trigger heavy to very heavy rainfall in several areas till the end of this week, it said. Most parts of the state have already been battered by widespread rainfall for over a month owing to the formation of a series of low pressure in the region. The Met office said heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to pound some places in Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Cuttack, Keonjhar, and Mayurbhanj districts in the next 24 hours. It also warned of heavy .