Tag: monsoon

IMD issues heavy rainfall warnings for Himachal Pradesh till September 1 amid record monsoon

Yellow alerts have been issued for Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Shimla, and other plains and mid-hill regions for heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period.

August 29, 2025

Rice sowing crosses 109% of normal area as good Monsoon boosts Kharif sowing: Report

The progress has been supported by above-normal rainfall in many parts of the country, which has also accelerated overall kharif sowing.

August 27, 2025

Mild Earthquake Jolts Chamba as Monsoon Havoc Deepens in Himachal Pradesh

The tremor was recorded at 3:27 AM at a depth of 20 kilometres, with coordinates 32.87 N latitude and 76.09 E longitude.

August 20, 2025

Mumbai Records 300mm Rainfall in 24 Hours; Red Alert Issued for Konkan, Ghat Regions

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Konkan and Ghat regions, along with an orange alert for other parts of the state for the next few hours.

August 19, 2025

Shimla Landslide Triggers Evacuation in Benmore; Over 30 Families Face Ongoing Risk

The landslide disrupted power, water supply, and road connectivity, with the road leading to Jakhu completely blocked, leaving residents stranded.

August 19, 2025

Yamuna Crosses Danger Mark in Delhi as Hathinikund Barrage Gates Fully Opened

Visuals from Delhi’s ITO area showed water levels rising above the danger mark, sparking concerns for possible flooding.

August 19, 2025

Himachal Monsoon Toll Rises to 257; Roads, Homes, and Infrastructure Suffer Massive Damage

The agriculture and livestock sector has also been hit hard, with the death of 1,625 cattle and over 25,700 poultry birds.

August 16, 2025

Heavy Rains Drench Delhi; IMD Predicts Thunderstorm as Monsoon Devastation Continues in Himachal Pradesh

Economic losses have soared past ₹2,007 crore, affecting human lives, property, agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and infrastructure.

August 12, 2025

Heavy Rain Lashes Delhi, Causes Waterlogging; Himachal on Alert for More Downpours

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted thunderstorms with rain for the day, with maximum and minimum temperatures expected at 36°C and 27°C, respectively.

August 9, 2025

Over 130 Rescued as Twin Cloudbursts Devastate Uttarkashi; CM Dhami, Centre Assure Full Support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and assured full central support. “I have spoken with CM Dhami and received updates. My prayers are with those affected,” he said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

August 6, 2025