India • Jun 24, 2025

Heavy rainfall predicted across northwest India

The IMD says monsoon activity is picking up, with heavy to very heavy rain expected across central, eastern, and northeastern regions this week.
West Madhya Pradesh could get drenched with over 20cm of rain on June 23-24.
The fast-moving monsoon is also set to reach Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and nearby areas soon.

TL;DR

Kharif sowing has jumped by 13 lakh hectares

Early rains have given kharif crops a big boost—sowing has jumped by nearly 13 lakh hectares compared to last year.
Paddy fields are expanding, and pulses planting is up by an impressive 42%.
With above-normal rainfall predicted for most of India in June, things are looking good for farmers and food security this season.