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14 dead in rain-related incidents in Gujarat; more thunder, dust storms expected
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast lightning and strong winds of up to 50-60 kmph across the state for the next few days.
Published on May 06, 2025 06:54 PM IST
Andhra to see heavy rain today; orange and yellow alerts issued for Telangana
Ten people died as unseasonal heavy rains affect daily life in several parts of Andhra Pradesh; Alert for rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms in Telangana
Updated on May 06, 2025 11:03 AM IST
Delhi braces for more rain, thunderstorms today after record May showers kill 5
Safdarjung — Delhi primary weather station — logged 77 mm of rain in just six hours between 2:30am and 8:30am on Friday.
Updated on May 03, 2025 09:24 AM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Videos: Delhi waterlogged after heavy morning rain; traffic chaos likely
The IMD said Delhi rain could cause major damage to power and communication due to the uprooting of tree branches.
Published on May 02, 2025 07:35 AM IST
Rainfall likely in Himachal till May 4: IMD
Light to moderate precipitation is also likely over many parts of mid-hills and plains and at some parts over high-hills in Himachal on May 4
Published on May 01, 2025 08:14 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Rain, thunderstorms likely to hit Delhi in coming days: IMD
Thunderstorms with rain are forecast for Thursday and Friday in Delhi, which may help bring a slight dip in temperatures.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 10:11 PM IST
PTI |
At 42.8, Pune’s Lohegaon reports highest temperature in state
Lohegaon, Pune, hit 42.8°C, the state's highest, with above-normal temps expected until April 30. Vidarbha may see light rain and thunderstorms.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Gayati Vajpeyee
Rain, hailstorm lash parts of Himachal Pradesh: Tourists stunned by beauty
Himachal woke up to rain and hail and it’s everything tourists dreamed of. Here's why now is the best time to be in Shimla.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 06:08 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Shimla (himachal Pradesh) [india]
Chandigarh: Brace for winds up to 70 kmph as IMD issues orange alert for thunderstorms
There is also a possibility of squalls, which are defined as strong winds rising suddenly and lasting for at least a minute; n May 30 2021, squally winds, with speeds reaching over 100km/h, were recorded in Chandigarh
Published on Apr 18, 2025 09:36 AM IST
Rajanbir Singh, Chandigarh
Heatwave alert for Rajasthan, these states; rain likely in Tamil Nadu, Telangana
Weather today: No heatwave is forecast for Delhi until April 22, though temperatures are expected to climb up to 41 degrees Celsius during this period.
Updated on Apr 17, 2025 07:43 AM IST
IMD predicts heavy rain in parts of Himachal, sounds orange alert
The plains in Himachal are also expected to receive rain during this period. The precipitation will likely be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 40–50 km/h.
Published on Apr 16, 2025 09:10 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Delhi braces for heatwave, rain alert for Himachal, Bengal | Weather updates
Weather today: An orange alert has been issued in Himachal Pradesh as fresh western disturbances are likely to cause heavy rain in the region.
Updated on Apr 15, 2025 09:05 AM IST
Severe heat wave in Rajasthan, Delhi to get hotter; rain in South | IMD forecast
IMD said that Northwest India, including Delhi-NCR, is expected to see a gradual rise in maximum temperatures by 3-5 degrees Celsius.
Published on Apr 14, 2025 07:23 AM IST
Relief nears end; IMD says heatwave ahead
A cyclonic circulation in Delhi has dissipated, leading to rising temperatures and a heatwave alert for April 16-17, while air quality may worsen.
IMD predicts thunderstorms, lightning for Bengal, Bihar today. What about Delhi?
Delhi experienced a pleasant change in weather with a maximum temperature falling to 35.2°C on Saturday following Friday's duststorm.
Published on Apr 13, 2025 07:18 AM IST
Nikita Sharma
Hailstorms, lightning kill 63 in Bihar; Thunderstorms to continue this week
A statement issued by the state Disaster Management Department on Friday said that Nalanda district reported the highest number of fatalities, 23.
Updated on Apr 11, 2025 08:11 PM IST
25 killed in Bihar in lightning strikes; rain brings respite from heat in Delhi
After a heatwave, Delhi saw cloudy skies and light rain in some parts on Thursday. The IMD forecasts similar conditions for April 11 and 12.
Published on Apr 11, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Dust storm, rain hits Delhi-NCR in sudden weather change amid heatwave | Watch
The weather department has forecast thunderstorm with rains for Delhi on Friday, April 11, as well.
Updated on Apr 10, 2025 07:45 PM IST
At 41°C, city swelters on hottest April day in 3 years
Met officials said Delhi may get partial relief from the heat on Thursday, as a western disturbance influences the region.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 10:15 AM IST
Ludhiana witnesses season’s first heatwave
The local health department has issued guidelines keeping the heat wave in view; Ludhiana civil surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur has urged citizens to take immediate precautions such as to drink plenty of water regularly, even if not thirsty, and to stay indoors during peak hours (12pm to 4pm)
Published on Apr 09, 2025 05:34 AM IST
Rakshit Sharma, Ludhiana
At 40.2°C, Noida sweats through heatwave and power cuts
No immediate relief is expected, prompting health officials in Noida and Greater Noida to urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 05:52 AM IST
Maria Khan, Noida
Delhi witnesses its first heatwave, IMD issues ‘yellow alert’ for next 2 days
An official of the India Meteorological Department noted that the city was already under yellow alert, adding that that it was being extended for two more days.
Published on Apr 07, 2025 10:33 PM IST
Heatwave warning for Delhi, other states; 'red alert' issued for Rajasthan
A yellow alert of heat wave is in place for Delhi for Monday and Tuesday. People are advised to avoid Sun exposure for long and keep hydrated.
Updated on Apr 07, 2025 10:17 AM IST
Just one week into April, heatwave incoming in Chandigarh
IMD forecasts heatwave for three days this week in Chandigarh, with day temperature expected to shoot past 40°C by Tuesday
Published on Apr 07, 2025 06:46 AM IST
Rajanbir Singh, Chandigarh
IMD issues ‘yellow alert’ for Delhi; heatwave stretches across north India
Heatwave updates: Delhi's maximum temperature is 3°C above normal, ranging from 38–40°C. IMD warns of possible heatwave-like conditions by April 7.
Updated on Apr 06, 2025 06:13 PM IST
Tamil Nadu: IMD issues weather alert for rain, thunderstorms in few districts
Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Nagapattinam districts of Tamil Nadu and the Karaikal area might experience light to moderate rainfall.
Published on Apr 05, 2025 01:27 PM IST
ANI |
Thunderstorm throws up dust across MMR
The regional weather centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a thunderstorm warning around noon
Published on Apr 05, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Mumbai weather: IMD issues rainfall, thunderstorm warning for next 3-4 hours
In their nowcast, the IMD has also issued a warning for Pune, Raigad, Thane, Palghar and Nashik, for rainfall, thunderstorms as well as gusty winds.
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 05:58 PM IST
IMD warns of extreme heat between April and June; peak power demand to rise
IMD predicts above-normal maximum temperatures in most regions this April, except for some parts of western and eastern India.
Updated on Mar 31, 2025 08:18 PM IST
HT News Desk | Written by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
At 40°C, Delhi sees hottest day of 2025; IMD predicts heatwave in north India
Delhi weather today: The IMD predicted nearly double the number of heatwave days across northwest India this year.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 10:10 AM IST