weather

May 6, 2026 10:36 AM

Heavy rain alert issued for several Tamil Nadu districts; strong winds likely

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds across several districts of Tamil Nadu over the next few days due to a trough extending from Madhya Pradesh to Tamil Nadu. According to the weather department, the trough currently passes thr...

April 29, 2026 4:13 PM

India emerging as global leader in climate action: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighted India’s growing stature as a global leader in climate action, renewable energy expansion, and international economic engagement, asserting that the country is among the top performers in meeting its climate commitments. De...

April 28, 2026 10:03 AM

Rising heatwave drives tourists to Shimla; locals anticipate strong business

As temperatures continue to rise in several parts of the country, tourists have begun moving towards the mountains in search of relief from the prevailing heatwave conditions. Himachal Pradesh's capital, Shimla, has witnessed a tremendous footfall in the past few days, with locals expressing confid...

April 24, 2026 2:37 PM

How El Nino could impact the world’s weather in 2026/27

Global weather forecasters predict a strong El Nino weather phenomenon will build during the second half of 2026, threatening hotter and drier weather across much of Asia, while boosting rains in parts of North and South America. WHAT FORECASTERS PREDICT: Japan's weather bureau says there is a 70%...

April 24, 2026 2:29 PM

Odisha CM announces early summer vacation from April 27 amid heatwave

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday announced early summer vacation in schools across the state due to the prevailing heatwave. As per the order, all government, government-aided and private schools will remain closed from April 27, while pre-scheduled examinations and official work ...

April 24, 2026 11:19 AM

India prepares for intensifying heatwave; Delhi likely to hit 44 degrees

Large parts of India are already experiencing intense summer conditions, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a mix of severe heat and scattered rainfall activity in the coming days. According to the latest weather update, heatwave conditions are expected to persist across sev...