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August 5, 2025 1:00 PM

Forecast for widespread rain across West Bengal for next six days

Even as districts in north Bengal continue to reel under a prolonged spell of heavy showers, the Meteorological Department on Tuesday forecast more rainfall across several south Bengal districts over the next few days. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre at Alipore, Kolkata, heavy rain is likely in the south Bengal districts of North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Bankura, and Murshidabad on Wednesday and Thursday. “For the next six days, heavy to...

August 5, 2025 10:50 AM

UP Dy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya conducts aerial survey of flood-hit Prayagraj

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday conducted an aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Prayagraj, as rising water levels in the Ganga triggered concern across the region. After the survey, Maurya said the current flood situation has surpassed the severity of the 2013 floods. "Today, I did an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Prayagraj. After this, I will also conduct a ground survey by boat. This flood is exceeding the levels of 2013. The Ganga’s ...

August 5, 2025 10:58 AM

Himachal Pradesh: Heavy rain batters Kullu-Mandi, rivers in spate; Chandigarh-Manali Highway blocked

Continuous heavy rainfall across Kullu and Mandi districts of Himachal Pradesh has severely disrupted normal life. Several rivers are in spate, triggering widespread concern, while landslides and waterlogging have crippled connectivity and day-to-day activities. The Chandigarh–Manali National Highway is blocked at multiple points due to falling boulders and mudslides, halting vehicular movement in both directions. Hundreds of commuters are stranded, and authorities have issued advisories urgi...

August 4, 2025 2:52 PM

IMD issues warning for heavy rain in multiple states as monsoon strengthens

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across several regions of the country in the coming days, with some areas expected to experience extremely heavy showers. According to IMD, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next three days, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on August 4. Southern states, including Kerala and Tamil Nadu, are als...

August 3, 2025 3:17 PM

IMD predicts heavy rainfall across northeast, eastern India; Delhi to see light showers

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across northeast and adjoining eastern India over the next seven days, with extremely heavy showers expected over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, and Meghalaya on Sunday. Kerala and Tamil Nadu are also likely to witness heavy rainfall over the next five days, with isolated extremely heavy showers on August 5. In contrast, subdued rainfall activity is expected over central and northern parts of Peni...

August 1, 2025 3:21 PM

IMD predicts heavy rainfall over northeast, eastern India; TN and Kerala in for week-long wet spell

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday forecast continued heavy to very heavy rainfall over Northeast and adjoining eastern India over the next seven days, with extremely heavy downpours expected in specific pockets. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, along with Meghalaya, are likely to receive intense rainfall on August 2 and 3. Arunachal Pradesh and Bihar are also forecast to witness extremely heavy rainfall on August 3. Southern states, including Tamil Nadu and Kerala are exp...

July 31, 2025 3:29 PM

IMD forecasts week-long downpour in Northeast; rainfall subsides in central India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over the Northeast and adjoining eastern India during the next seven days, with isolated extremely heavy showers expected in Assam and Meghalaya on August 2. In contrast, a significant reduction in rainfall is likely over eastern Rajasthan and western Madhya Pradesh starting August 1, while central and southern peninsular India are expected to witness subdued rainfall activity over the next six to seven d...

July 30, 2025 4:26 PM

Heavy rainfall likely in eastern Rajasthan, western Madhya Pradesh: IMD

Parts of India are bracing for a week of significant monsoon activity, with extremely heavy rainfall forecast for eastern Rajasthan and western Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday. The India Meteorological Department said that heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to continue over eastern Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh through August 1, with isolated extreme downpours expected in these regions on July 30. Northeast India is also set to experience persistent wet conditions, with heavy to very heavy rainf...

July 29, 2025 2:53 PM

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Rajasthan, MP and northeast; AQI improves in Delhi after downpour

Several parts of India are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued intense precipitation over eastern Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh between July 29 and 31, with isolated locations in western MP likely to experience extremely heavy rain on Tuesday. States in the northeast, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya, are also expected to witness heavy rainfall over the next seven days, with act...

July 29, 2025 10:08 AM

Rain batters Delhi, Air India cautions flyers; IMD flags intense rainfall across the country

As heavy rain lashed the national capital on Tuesday morning, Air India issued a travel advisory cautioning passengers that flight operations to and from Delhi may be affected due to adverse weather conditions. The airline advised travelers to check their flight status on its official website before leaving for the airport and to allow extra time for their journey. “Gusty winds and rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi this morning. Please check your flight status... before hea...