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The astronomical and fascinating Red Fort or Lal Qila complex laid out with avenues of green trees. A historic fort in the city of Delhi, India that served as the main residence of the Mughal Emperors, UNESCO World Heritage Site - April 9, 2015

July 26, 2024 10:43 AM

Heavy rain lashes Delhi, causing traffic diversions and waterlogging

Delhi experienced heavy rains and thunderstorms on Friday, bringing much-needed relief from the humid weather. The downpour led to waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more showers in the next two hours in Delhi and the NCR region. Satellite imagery showed convective clouds over South Haryana, Delhi NCR, and Uttar Pradesh, with a possibility of light to moderate rainfall with occasionally intense spells, accom...

July 25, 2024 8:54 AM

IMD forecasts extremely heavy to very heavy rainfall over western, central states for next few days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast extremely heavy to very heavy rainfall over the western and central parts of the country for the next few days. The IMD said that Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and Maharashtra will continue to witness extremely heavy rainfall till Friday and heavy to very heavy rainfall thereafter. Isolated places of coastal Karnataka and Odisha are also expected to witness very heavy rainfall till Friday. In Delhi, the weather department has forecast a generally ...

NOIDA, INDIA - JULY 5: Commuters step out during morning rain, which brought down the heat level in the city, on July 5, 2024 in Noida, India. (Photo by Sunil Ghosh/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)

July 19, 2024 8:50 AM

IMD issues red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over Gujarat, Goa, Maharashtra, Andhra & Telangana

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alert for extremely heavy rainfall over Gujarat, Goa, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana today (Friday). The IMD has said that isolated extremely heavy rainfall is very likely over Gujarat, Coastal and South Interior Karnataka and Coastal Andhra Pradesh today and over Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and Telangana till tomorrow. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall conditions will prevail over Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and North...

Maharashtra, June 09 (ANI): Central Railway stops railway services due to waterlogging on the railway track as the city observes heavy rain, in Mumbai on Wednesday. IMD issues a red alert for Mumbai as the monsoon arrives. (ANI Photo)

July 12, 2024 8:58 AM

Maharashtra: IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall for Mumbai, issuing orange alert

The Indian Meterological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai indicating heavy to very heavy rainfall, for Mumbai on Friday and Saturday. There is a monsoon trough and a cyclonic circulation has also developed over Mumbai which has resulted in strong westerly winds, the Met Department said. An orange alert is issued in case of extremely bad weather. It affects the transport facilities including rail, road and air. The Palghar region of Maharashtra has also been experiencing h...

Morigaon, Jul 06 (ANI): A man rows a boat through a flood-affected area at the Balimukh village in Morigaon on Saturday. (ANI Photo)

July 11, 2024 2:35 PM

IMD issues alerts as heavy rains trigger floods across northern, eastern India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rains in several northern and eastern states, where flash floods have already claimed several lives, inundated farms, and destroyed residential areas. The weather agency has issued 'orange' and 'red' alerts for Bihar and parts of Uttar Pradesh, respectively, warning of heavy rainfall on Friday that could potentially worsen the flood situation. This prediction comes amidst a significant increase in rainfall over North and Northeast...

July 9, 2024 8:44 AM

Assam floods: 137 wild animals, including 6 Rhinos dead in Kaziranga National Park

In the devastating Assam floods, 137 wild animals, including six Rhinos, have died in the Assam flood at Kaziranga National Park, officials said. Meanwhile, the park authorities have managed to rescue 99 animals, including two Rhino calves, and two Elephant calves. Sonali Ghosh, field director of Kaziranga National Park, said that 104 Hog Deer, 6 Rhinos, and 2 Sambar died after drowning in flood waters, while 2 Hog Deer died after a vehicle hit them, one Otter (pup) died due to other reasons, a...

An autorickshaw with passengers onboard speeding on the Mumbai Roads during heavy rains. Shot taken in Mumbai, Maharashtra during the rainy season in 2023.

July 9, 2024 8:36 AM

Maharashtra: Heavy rainfall lashes parts of Mumbai, schools shut, ‘Red’ alert issued

Heavy rain lashed several parts of Mumbai city on Tuesday. IMD, on Tuesday, issued a high tide alert in Mumbai following incessant heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, in the wake of the rainfall warning issued by the Regional Meteorological Center, schools across several districts have been instructed to remain closed on July 9. Pune District Collector, Suhas Diwase announced that all schools up to class 12 will remain closed on Tuesday, July 9 to avoid any untoward incidents and emergencies affecting s...

July 8, 2024 10:28 AM

IMD forecasts heavy rain along west coast, north-east, east India, Uttar Pradesh

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rain along the West Coast, in many parts of northeast and east India, and in Uttar Pradesh over the next five days. Met department said Bihar and Odisha can expect isolated extremely heavy rainfall today, July 8. Assam and Meghalaya are likely to experience similar weather on July 10 and 11. Over the next five days, Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, and Coastal Karnataka will likely see fai...

July 2, 2024 2:23 PM

July 2024 Weather Outlook: More Rain and Shifts in Temperature

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that the country will see above-normal rainfall this month. Most regions are expected to enjoy this rainy weather, except for parts of the northeast, northwest, east, and southeast peninsular India, where rainfall might be below normal. Temperature-wise, the IMD predicts that most parts of India will experience above-normal minimum temperatures. However, if you're in northwest, central India, or southeastern peninsular India, you might se...

June 26, 2024 10:08 PM

Heavy rainfall expected across India as monsoon advances

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall across multiple regions of the country as the Southwest Monsoon continues its advance. Coastal Karnataka is at risk of extremely heavy rainfall today, prompting authorities to urge residents to take necessary precautions. Very heavy rainfall is also forecast for parts of Konkan & Goa, South Interior Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe. The monsoon's northern limit currently extends through Mundra, Mehsana, Udaipur, Shiv...