Environment

June 16, 2026 12:50 PM

Pre-monsoon rainfall shatters three years record in Chittorgarh

Chittorgarh district in Rajasthan has recorded exceptionally high pre-monsoon rainfall, surpassing levels seen during the same period over the past three years, even before the official arrival of the southwest monsoon in the state. According to meteorological data, the district received 88 mm (3.4...

June 16, 2026 9:47 AM

Light rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi-NCR; air quality remains moderate

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast partly cloudy skies over Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, with the possibility of very light to light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. According to the IMD, strong surface winds are expected across the region, with speeds ranging betwe...

June 16, 2026 9:17 AM

Tamil Nadu braces for week-long rain even as heat intensifies across state

Even as several parts of Tamil Nadu continue to experience intense summer heat, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast rainfall across multiple districts over the coming week due to changes in the speed and pattern of westerly winds. According to the weather department, rainfall is l...

June 15, 2026 1:02 PM

Light rain brings relief to Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts thunderstorms, gusty winds

Light rain showers across several parts of Delhi-NCR on Monday morning brought relief from the humid weather conditions that had prevailed over the past few days, offering residents a pleasant start to the week. Rainfall was reported from multiple areas of the national capital region, including loc...

June 12, 2026 3:44 PM

Scientists unlock the secret behind the Venus flytrap’s snap

Pity the poor fly that lands on a Venus flytrap. When the insect touches hair-like structures on this ​remarkable carnivorous plant, its trap snaps shut, dooming the victim to be digested over several days in secreted enzymes. Scientists have now found the physical mechanism ‌behind this snappi...