Weather

IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts for August 5 – Check Your State’s Forecast

The Indian Meteorological Department has released a heavy rain alert list for August 5. The Economic Times article directs readers to check the forecast for their state.

05 Aug 2026

IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall Across J&K, Himachal, Delhi, NW India Until Aug 11

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi and the northwest region of India, effective until 11 August. Residents in affected areas are advised to take precautions.

05 Aug 2026

Heavy Rainfall Expected Across North and South India Today

The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted heavy rainfall across North and South India today, warning of potential flooding and travel disruptions.

05 Aug 2026

Himachal Pradesh Hit By Monsoon

Monsoon has disrupted life in Himachal Pradesh, with 153 roads blocked and 191 power transformers out of service. The situation has caused significant inconvenience to the residents.

05 Aug 2026

Rain in Punjab Cuts Power Demand by Over 3,000 MW

Heavy rains across Punjab have led to a significant drop in electricity demand, falling by more than 3,000 megawatts, easing pressure on the state’s power grid.

05 Aug 2026

IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Assam, Meghalaya Today

The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of very heavy rainfall across Assam and Meghalaya today, urging residents to take precautions.

05 Aug 2026

Kerala Rain Claims 26 Lives

The Kerala government has announced ₹8-lakh aid for the kin of each deceased due to rain-related incidents. The death toll has risen to 26, with four still missing.

05 Aug 2026

JP Nadda Visits Nepalikhuti Flood Zone, Promises Centre’s Full Support

Union Home Minister JP Nadda visited the severely affected Nepalikhuti area on the Assam‑Nagaland border on July 19, pledging comprehensive assistance from the central government.

05 Aug 2026

Assam Floods Improve, Yet Death Toll Climbs to 89

Flood conditions in Assam have shown improvement, but the death toll has risen to 89.

05 Aug 2026

Study Finds Rising Extreme Rain Events in North Kerala and the Western Ghats

A recent study reports a significant increase in extreme rainfall events across northern Kerala and the Western Ghats, highlighting changing climate patterns in the region.

05 Aug 2026

Kerala Opens More Relief Camps as 10 Districts Suspend Schools Amid Heavy Rains

Kerala authorities have opened additional relief camps across the state as heavy rains continue, while schools in 10 districts have been shut to safeguard students.

05 Aug 2026

Silt Accumulation in Pampa River Turns Ranni Floods into New Normal

Silt buildup in the Pampa River has made flooding a regular occurrence in Ranni, Kerala.

05 Aug 2026