Weather

Lightning Strikes in Jharkhand Claim 5 Lives, 4 Injured

A series of lightning strikes in Jharkhand on 5 August killed five women and injured four others, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department to issue a yellow alert until 6 August.

03 Aug 2026

Jharkhand Lightning Strike Kills 5

A lightning strike in Jharkhand has resulted in the deaths of five women and injured four others. The incident occurred in the state, affecting the local community.

03 Aug 2026

IMD Revises Monsoon Forecast

The India Meteorological Department has revised its monsoon arrival forecast to June for Kerala. This revision comes amid concerns over the El Nino threat to the 2026 monsoon season.

03 Aug 2026

Rajasthan Monsoon Weakens

Monsoon in Rajasthan is expected to weaken, with light to moderate rain predicted in some districts. The monsoon trough has shifted north after good rainfall in western Rajasthan on Sunday.

03 Aug 2026

Godavari Water Level Recedes

The Godavari river water level has receded at Bhadrachalam, prompting the withdrawal of the first warning. The situation is being closely monitored.

03 Aug 2026

Odisha Intensifies Flood Recovery

Odisha Water Resources Department has intensified post-flood recovery efforts. The department is working on war footing to restore normalcy.

03 Aug 2026

Ahmedabad Stays Cool

Cloud cover brings respite to Ahmedabad, no rainfall recorded. The city remains cool due to the cloud cover.

03 Aug 2026

Kerala Issues Severe Weather Alerts Amid Intensifying Monsoon Rain

Kerala authorities have issued severe weather alerts as monsoon rains intensify across the state.

03 Aug 2026

IMD Issues Heatwave Alert Amid Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Across India

The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of a heatwave across the country while also forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. The alert covers multiple regions, urging residents to take precautions.

03 Aug 2026

UP Rain Alert: 57 Districts On High Alert

Uttar Pradesh has issued a rain alert for 57 districts. The state is bracing for potential flooding and disruptions.

03 Aug 2026

IITM Pune Launches Advanced X‑Band Doppler Radar at Mahabaleshwar under Mission Mausam

IITM Pune has inaugurated an X‑Band Doppler weather radar at Mahabaleshwar as part of the Government of India's Mission Mausam, enhancing regional weather forecasting capabilities.

03 Aug 2026

Water Supply Damage Awaits Repair Funds

Funds for repairing water supply damaged last year are still awaited. This monsoon has caused more damage to the already affected water supply system.

03 Aug 2026