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Bigger, juicier, sweeter: Expect an XL mango crop, say experts
Experts believe that a combination of timely rains and ideal weather conditions is going to boost the quality of the “king of fruit”, leading to a sweeter and larger yield this season, in Uttar Pradesh
Published on May 08, 2025 09:01 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Turbulent weather to continue across India till May 6, says IMD
While this may bring relief from the intense May heat, it could also cause widespread damage, the IMD has warned
Updated on May 03, 2025 12:37 PM IST
Jayashree Nandi
Sudden storm exposes holes in Gurugram’s infra
By 9 am, knee-deep water had transformed roads into rivers, halting vehicles and triggering breakdowns that stretched delays beyond 60 minutes. Winds gusting up to 80 km/h snapped power lines, uprooted trees and plunged swathes of old Gurugram into darkness, underscoring the city’s fragile disaster preparedness
Published on May 03, 2025 06:08 AM IST
Hailstorm in Shimla, rain across Himachal Pradesh
The minimum temperature dropped by 2-5 degrees Celsius at many places in the state and Tabo in Lahaul and Spiti recorded a low of 5.6 degree Celsius.
Published on May 02, 2025 04:40 PM IST
Press Trust of India
‘Loud dust storm, howling wind’: Delhi, NCR wake up to heavy rain, thunderstorm
The India Meteorological Department has predicted severe thunderstorms with squally winds reaching 70–80 km/h over the next two hours.
Updated on May 02, 2025 06:25 AM IST
Above normal rainfall likely over entire S Asia region, including India, in June-Sept
On April 15, the IMD predicted that monsoon rainfall during June to September, over the country is likely to be “above normal” at 105% of long period average (LPA) with a model error of ± 5%
Published on Apr 30, 2025 10:49 AM IST
Jayashree Nandi
Himachal: Rain keeping forest fires low this season, says chief conservator
Himachal typically records between 1,500 to 2,000 forest fire incidents annually during the fire season, which runs from April 15 to July 15 or until the monsoon sets in
Published on Apr 21, 2025 10:57 PM IST
Shailee Dogra, Shimla
Heavy rain, landslides trigger chaos in J&K's Ramban, 3 dead; relief efforts on
Education minister Sakina Ittoo announced that all schools in Kashmir will remain closed on Monday due to heavy rainfall.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 05:13 AM IST
Heavy rain alert issued in parts of Himachal
Rainfall is also expected in the plains of the state from the night of April 18 till April 21. The precipitation will be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds (ranging from 50–60 kmph), and hail in some areas.
Published on Apr 18, 2025 10:57 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Heavy rain likely in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal; Delhi to witness cloudy sky
Delhi's maximum temperature could settle between 38-40 degree Celsius on Friday, while the minimum temperature could be recorded between 24-26 degree Celsius.
Published on Apr 18, 2025 10:21 AM IST
Germany sees 'worrying' record dry spell in early 2025
Germany sees 'worrying' record dry spell in early 2025
Updated on Apr 16, 2025 10:42 PM IST
AFP |
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
Delhi's maximum temperature settles 0.9 notches below normal
Delhi's maximum temperature settles 0.9 notches below normal
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 07:52 PM IST
PTI |
Heavy rainfall and heatwave warings for several states: Check weather forecast
Heavy rainfall is expected in the northeast and hailstorms in parts of Uttarakhand and MP. Rising temperatures are also anticipated across Northwest India
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 10:11 AM IST
Neary 50 killed in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh due to lightning strikes, hailstorms
At least 47 dead in lightning and rain incidents in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, with Bihar reporting 25 fatalities from storms.
Updated on Apr 11, 2025 01:13 PM IST
Rain gods pour relief, Lucknow’s day temperature drops to 25.9°
State capital records April’s lowest day temp in 42 years; few districts see hailstorm; lowest minimum temperature in UP recorded at 17°C in Lakhimpur Kheri
Published on Apr 10, 2025 08:49 PM IST
Normal monsoon likely, says Skymet in relief for cultivators
The season is expected to lead to 103% (±5%) of the long period average (LPA) amount of rain. Last year’s monsoon was above normal at 108% of the LPA
Published on Apr 09, 2025 06:28 AM IST
Jayashree Nandi, New Delhi
Heatwave in Delhi, Pune residents asked to stay in as mercury soars in India
The weather department has stated that the rising temperatures in parts of India are likely to abate for a short spell after April 10.
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 09:28 PM 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
Telangana districts on orange, yellow alerts for rainfall till March 24: IMD
Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy issued a statement directing officials to take all necessary precautions to prevent any loss of life and property.
Updated on Mar 23, 2025 02:02 PM IST
Increase in rainfall due to global warming opportunity for better water management: Krishnan
Since 2013, the country is experiencing an increased trend in rainfall. In the upcoming decade too, India is likely to experience the same phenomenon, he said
Published on Mar 18, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Poor rains enough to support Ivory Coast's mid-crop, farmers say
COCOA-IVORYCOAST/WEATHER:Poor rains enough to support Ivory Coast's mid-crop, farmers say
Published on Mar 17, 2025 09:13 PM IST
Reuters |
IMD predicts rain for Delhi-NCR, parts of north India on Holi | Weather updates
Delhi's weather forecast for Friday predicts a maximum temperature of 33°C and a minimum of 17°C, with the IMD predicting moderate rainfall across the region.
Published on Mar 14, 2025 07:12 AM IST
HT News Desk | Written by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
Dream vacation or dry nightmare? Mauritius’ water shortage could ruin your trip
Warning for tourists: Mauritius imposes strict water restrictions amid crisis. Here's what every traveller needs to know before booking their trip.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 02:44 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Orange alert issued: Here’s what travellers need to know before visiting Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir: Temperature drop as Srinagar receives fresh spell of rain. Should you cancel your travel plans?
Updated on Mar 03, 2025 05:21 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar (jammu And Kashmir) [india]
Rajasthan: Heavy rain, hailstorm hit several areas, CM orders crop damage survey
Rajasthan: Hailstorms hit parts of Jhunjhunu and Tijara on Saturday morning, while cold winds dropped the temperature in Dausa, Karauli, Alwar, and Bharatpur.
Updated on Mar 02, 2025 06:47 AM IST
PTI |
Niger's 2024 floods killed 400, affected 1.5 mn: toll
Niger's 2024 floods killed 400, affected 1.5 mn: toll
Updated on Mar 01, 2025 06:52 PM IST
AFP |
Heavy snowfall in Himachal; landslide blocks Rishikesh-Badrinath highway
Weather updates today: Snowfall and rain in Himachal blocked 583 roads, including 5 highways. 2,263 transformers are down, disrupting power in many areas.
Updated on Mar 01, 2025 11:32 AM IST
HT News Desk | Written by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
Brace for above-normal heatwave days between March and May | IMD bulletin
The IMD declares a heatwave when the maximum is over 40°C in the plains, and also the temperature is 4.5°C or more above normal.
Published on Feb 28, 2025 07:44 PM IST
Snow, rain bring relief from dry weather in Jammu and Kashmir
The meteorological centre in Srinagar said that the past 24 hours till Friday morning, J&K witnessed light to moderate rain and snow at most places with moderate to heavy snowfall over higher reaches.
Published on Feb 22, 2025 09:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar