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May132025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Weather Alert: IMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall in Northeast and Heatwaves in Large Parts of Country

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nationwide alert as extreme weather patterns continue to grip different regions of the country. While the Northeast braces for intense rainfall, large parts of central, eastern, western, and southern India are expected to experience heatwave conditions through the week. Extremely Heavy Rainfall in Meghalaya on May 13 The IMD has forecast extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places over Meghalaya on May 13, 2025. The Northeast will continue to receive fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph, occasionally gusting up to 50 kmph, over the next five days. Heavy Showers for Sub-Himalayan Regions and Nicobar Islands The eastern Himalayan foothills wi...

May132025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Monsoon 2025 Advances Early: IMD Predicts Bay Entry by May 13, Kerala Onset by May 27

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New Delhi, May 13, 2025 — The Southwest Monsoon (SWM) is expected to advance into the South Andaman Sea, Nicobar Islands, and parts of the southeast Bay of Bengal by May 13, 2025, according to the latest update from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This signals an early arrival of the monsoon season, ahead of its normal schedule. On May 10, the IMD had forecasted that the monsoon may begin over Kerala by May 27, which is four days earlier than the typical onset date of June 1. Earlier, on April 15, the agency had predicted that the 2025 monsoon season is likely to deliver above-normal to excess rainfall across the country. The expected early movement of the monsoon is being supported by the development of a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal. While this system may or ma...

May92025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Braces for Yet Another Year of Intensifying Heat

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New Delhi, May 9, 2025 India has entered another year marked by extreme heat, with forecasts indicating that large parts of the country will experience above-normal daytime and nighttime temperatures throughout 2025. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), while the upcoming southwest monsoon is expected to be normal, a sharp increase in the number of heatwave days is likely in many regions. The dual impact of extreme daytime heat and unusually warm nights is expected to worsen health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. With temperatures already climbing, reports of heatwave and warm night conditions have begun to emerge across the country. The situation poses serious challenges to public health, especially for informal workers and outdoor laborers...

May72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Goa reels under record heat index of 47.8°C, authorities urge precautions amid sweltering humidity

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Goa reels under record heat index of 47.8°C, authorities urge precautions amid sweltering humidity Goa is currently enduring one of its most intense bouts of heat and humidity, with the heat index or ‘feels-like’ temperature touching a staggering 47.8°C, surpassing levels recorded in many parts of North India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded alerts, citing that the oppressive heat is being driven not just by rising temperatures but extremely high humidity, making daily life difficult across the coastal state. Goa hotter than Delhi, Bhopal, and even parts of Kerala Traditionally known for its moderate coastal climate, Goa is now witnessing weather conditions comparable to cities like Delhi, Bhopal, and even humid regions of Kerala. However, the difference lies...

May62025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

14 Dead in Gujarat as Thunderstorms, Winds, and Lightning Wreak Havoc

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Unseasonal thunderstorms with powerful winds and lightning have claimed at least 14 lives across Gujarat, leaving many injured and causing widespread destruction. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued thunderstorms with lightning and wind speeds reaching up to 50-60 km/h over the next few days. State-Wide Impact: Rainfall in 168 Talukas According to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), 168 out of Gujarat’s 253 talukas received unseasonal rainfall in the past 24 hours. Districts like Kheda, Gandhinagar, Mehsana, and Vadodara recorded 25 to 40 mm of rain, triggering sudden temperature drops and damage to infrastructure. Storm Claims Lives Across Multiple Districts The SEOC reported 13 deaths on Monday alone due to rain-related incidents, includ...

May52025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Warns of Heat, Storms & Rain Across States from May 3–9

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Hot & Humid Spell Over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted intense hot and humid conditions over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on May 3, 2025. With temperature and moisture levels set to rise, residents are advised to stay indoors during peak hours and hydrate frequently to avoid heat-related illnesses. Southern India Braces for Thunderstorms, Rain & Hail South Peninsular India will see widespread weather activity over the next seven days. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds (30–40 km/h, gusting to 50 km/h) is expected over Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Mahe, and Yanam. Isolated hailstorms are also likely ...

May52025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Delhi Hit by Record May Rain, BJP Vows to End Monsoon Waterlogging

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Following one of the heaviest May downpours in over a century, Delhi Minister Ashish Sood assured citizens that the BJP government is taking decisive steps to address chronic waterlogging issues ahead of the monsoon season. The city received 78mm of rainfall by Friday morning, making it the second-highest May rainfall since 1901, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD attributed the intense rain to moisture and wind convergence from both the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, intensified by the lingering impact of Cyclone Tauktae. The sudden deluge triggered major disruptions, with severe waterlogging and traffic snarls reported across key areas like Gurgaon, Minto Road, and Delhi Airport. Addressing the situation, Minister Sood emphasized ongoing government effort...

May32025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Climate Toll in India: Heat & Cold Extremes Kill 35,000 in Two Decades from heatstroke

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As India faces a future of increasing climate extremes, new research reveals a stark toll already being paid. A study published in the journal Temperature has found that nearly 35,000 people died from extreme heat and cold between 2001 and 2019, with heatstroke emerging as the deadlier threat and men, particularly working-age men, disproportionately affected. The study, led by Pradeep Guin of OP Jindal Global University (JGU), analysed temperature data from the India Meteorological Department and mortality records from the National Crime Records Bureau. The researchers found 19,693 deaths due to heatstroke and 15,197 from cold exposure over the two-decade period, with a clear increase in deaths over time. The year 2015 stood out as the deadliest year, recording 1,907 heat-related and 1,...

May22025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Delhi Morning Turns Deadly as Rainstorm Leaves 4 Dead, Flights Canceled

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Sudden May 2 downpour reveals complex climate patterns shaping NCR’s extreme weather. In the early hours of May 2, 2025, Delhi-NCR was slammed by a fierce rainstorm that killed four people, uprooted trees, flooded streets, and forced the cancellation of over 100 flights. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded 77 mm of rainfall at Safdarjung and 78 mm at Lodhi Road, all within a span of just three hours (5:15 am to 8:30 am). Alongside the heavy rain, winds gusting at 80–90 km/hr caused significant damage across the capital. According to IMD and experts, this extreme weather was the result of a rare confluence of multiple atmospheric systems: A strong western disturbance from the Mediterranean region, Two cyclonic circulations over Rajasthan, And dual anti...

Apr292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scorching Heat to Stormy Rains: India’s Weather Turns Extreme

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India is currently witnessing a dramatic clash of weather patterns intense heatwaves in northern states and heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and hailstorms in parts of the east and south. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) while regions like Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan continue to sizzle, areas such as Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the Northeast are battling heavy rains and hail. This complex weather situation is a result of a weak western disturbance, cyclonic circulations, and changing temperature gradients across the country. From the hilly terrains of North India to the vast plains, temperatures have soared, intensifying the heatwave gripping the region. However some relief might be in sight due to a weak western disturbance which could lead ...