Dense to very dense fog is 'very likely' during night and morning hours in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha during the next 5-7 days
2 min read1 Jan 2026A stunning new study has revealed that India is getting dimmer — sunshine hours have been steadily declining across most regions for the past three decades. The main cause? Aerosols and pollution, which create denser clouds and block solar radiation — a phenomenon scientists call “solar dimming.” Experts warn that unless India cuts aerosol emissions, enforces stricter pollution controls, and transitions to cleaner fuels, the country's renewable energy and agricultural ambitions could dim — quite literally.
15 Oct 2025Delhi-NCR rains: The IMD has issued yellow and orange alerts for the national capital. It forecasts moderate rainfall accompanied by light thunderstorms and lightning.
2 min read7 Oct 2025Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been predicted over parts of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Sikkim.
2 min read4 Oct 2025Under the influence of the cyclonic storm, sea conditions are likely to be rough to very rough along and off the Gujarat-North Maharashtra coast until Sunday.
1 min read4 Oct 2025The southwest monsoon withdrawal is delayed, with the India Meteorological Department predicting above-normal rainfall for October-December in peninsular India. Seasonal rainfall is expected to exceed 112% of the Long Period Average, despite potential risks such as flooding.
3 min read30 Sep 2025India is expected to experience increased rainfall during the post-monsoon season, particularly in the Southern Peninsula. The Southwest Monsoon concluded with an 8 per cent surplus, although East and Northeast India faced severe deficits. The IMD predicts a notably wet transition into winter.
2 min read30 Sep 2025Thane has received more than 100 mm of rain in the last 24 hours. In view of the ‘red alert', the Thane and Palghar district administrations appealed to people to remain cautious.
1 min read28 Sep 2025Kolkata rains: 30 flights were cancelled, while more than 30 aircraft were delayed amid the heavy rains and flooded streets of the city of Kolkata. Airlines like IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet issued their travel advisory for customers. Check details here…
2 min read23 Sep 2025Kolkata reels under overnight torrential rain, killing seven and causing severe waterlogging in areas like Jadavpur, Salt Lake, and Golf Green. Traffic snarls, Metro suspensions, school closures, and Durga Puja preparations disrupted as IMD warns of more heavy showers.
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