India Meteorological Department (IMD): News
Heavy rainfall forecast in parts of India on Monday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of eight states on Monday.
Bay of Bengal system to enhance monsoon activity in India
A new weather system is developing over the Bay of Bengal, promising a fresh spell of monsoon rainfall for east and central India.
IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR on Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday.
Gurgaon: Heavy rain strands school buses with kids inside
A heavy monsoon downpour in Gurgaon on Monday left several school buses stranded with children inside for hours.
Gurugram issues work-from-home advisory for offices, online classes for schools
The Gurugram district administration has issued a work-from-home advisory for offices and online classes for schools on Tuesday.
Delhi: Bad weather delays over 390 flights, causes 26 cancellations
Severe weather conditions in Delhi have led to nearly 397 flights delayed or affected, 26 canceled, and 15 flights diverted, including three international services, from the city airport, according to data from FlightRadar24.
Heavy rain hits Delhi-NCR; IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning
Heavy rainfall hit parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday morning, resulting in traffic snarls and fears of waterlogging.
Delhi wakes up to light rains, mist
Delhi woke up to light rains on Sunday, bringing much-needed respite from the sweltering heat and humidity.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall over several parts of India in the next few days.
IMD forecasts light rainfall for Delhi on Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted generally cloudy skies and light rainfall in Delhi on Tuesday.
Monsoon: Heavy rain warnings in Punjab, Bihar, Himachal, Gujarat
The monsoon has become irregular across India, with the rain-bearing trough moving away from Delhi-NCR and easing over Maharashtra. However, heavy rains are expected in Punjab, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Low-pressure area over northwest Bay of Bengal: Squally weather likely
A low-pressure area has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West Bengal-North Odisha coasts, according to the Andhra Pradesh weather department.
IMD predicts rain during India's 80th Independence Day celebrations
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted generally cloudy skies with light rainfall in Delhi during the Independence Day celebrations on August 15.
Suvendu Adhikari's helicopter makes emergency landing in Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing in Kolaghat on Tuesday due to bad weather, according to news agency PTI.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in several parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several parts of India in the coming week.
Delhi likely to receive rain again after brief break
Delhi is likely to witness multiple spells of light to moderate rain on Monday, ending a brief monsoon break.
Delhi records wettest 1st week of August in 15 years
Delhi has witnessed its wettest first week of August in 15 years, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) recording 127mm of rain since the month began.
Kerala rains kill 15, leave 7 missing amid fresh warnings
Kerala has witnessed a spate of rain-related incidents, claiming 15 lives and leaving seven others missing.
India's power consumption up 11% to 170.7B units in July
India's power consumption witnessed a staggering year-on-year growth of 10.93% in July, official data revealed.
Kerala floods: 6 dead, 6 missing; rain alert in Delhi-NCR
Torrential rains in Kerala have caused widespread destruction, killing six people and leaving six others missing.
Kerala landslides kill 5, many feared trapped under debris
Heavy rains in Kerala have triggered multiple landslides, killing five people and leaving many others missing, The Indian Express reported.
IMD warns of widespread monsoon activity across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather bulletin, predicting extremely heavy rainfall in Gujarat and widespread monsoon activity across much of India in the coming days.
Monsoon to gain strength in early August: IMD
India's southwest monsoon is likely to gain strength in early August, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi today: IMD
Delhi residents woke up to a pleasant Friday with a morning temperature of around 25°C.
Extremely heavy rain likely in these states, says IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in parts of western and central India.
IMD issues orange alert for Delhi-NCR as fresh spell approaches
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) as a fresh spell of monsoon showers is expected.
Dehradun: Massive crater forms on newly inaugurated bridge
A newly inaugurated bridge over the Tons River in Dehradun was damaged after overnight rain.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of the country.
IMD issues alert for heavy rainfall in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for several states in India. The forecast includes heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days.
Heavy rainfall lashes India; 22 killed in J&K, Uttarakhand, Nagaland
At least 22 people have lost their lives in Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Nagaland due to landslides, flash floods, road accidents, and lightning triggered by heavy rainfall on Monday.
Amarnath, Vaishnodevi, yatras suspended for 2nd day due to rain
The pilgrimage to the cave shrines of Amarnath, Mata Vaishnodevi, and Shiv Khori in Jammu and Kashmir has been suspended for the second consecutive day due to heavy rainfall.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in 15 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for 15 states, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
IMD warns of heat, humidity in Delhi; heavy rain elsewhere
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall across several states in the country. However, Delhi is likely to witness only light showers.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in parts of Bihar, Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted active monsoon conditions across northern, eastern, and northeastern India on Saturday.
Delhi braces for another round of rain, orange alert issued
Delhi is bracing for another round of rain on Friday after heavy downpours on Thursday caused widespread disruption.
Heavy rains, thunderstorms kill 4; red alert in Mumbai
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have disrupted normal life across India, killing at least four people, Hindustan Times reported.
13 dead as rains lash Maharashtra; landslides, flooding disrupt connectivity
Heavy rainfall in the Mumbai-Pune region has caused major disruptions, including landslides and flooding, which have disrupted train services and forced the closure of both the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the old highway
Heavy rains batter Maharashtra; landslides disrupt connectivity
Heavy monsoon rains have severely disrupted rail and road connectivity between Mumbai and Pune.
Air India issues travel advisory for Delhi, Mumbai
Air India has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying to and from Mumbai and Delhi.
IMD issues orange alert for Uttarakhand; Mumbai logs 150mm rain
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Uttarakhand on Friday. The alert specifically applies to Nainital and Bageshwar districts.
India on track to witness third-driest June in century
India is on track to witness its third-driest June in a century, with the southwest monsoon being unusually weak across most regions of the country.
IMD predicts favorable conditions for monsoon advancement in some states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted favorable conditions for the further advancement of the southwest monsoon over parts of northwest and central India.
Monsoon stalls in India; Pune introduces odd-even water supply system
India's southwest monsoon, which entered through Kerala on June 4, has slowed down considerably this year. After covering parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh, its progress has stalled.
Delhi weather: Minimum temperature recorded at 26.2 degrees Celsius
Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 26.2 degrees Celsius on Sunday, which is 1.8 degrees below the normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
IMD warns of severe weather conditions across India next week
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning across the country from June 12 to June 17.
IMD issues red alert for coastal Karnataka; heatwave in north
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red alert" for coastal Karnataka, including Dakshina Kannada and Udupi. The region is expected to witness extremely heavy rainfall in the next two days.
Monsoon reaches South India, heavy rainfall expected in Kerala, Karnataka
The southwest monsoon has reached South India, bringing widespread rainfall to southern and coastal regions.
Southwest monsoon to cover entire south Bay of Bengal soon
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will advance into more parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in the coming days.
Uttarakhand: Kedarnath Yatra suspended amid orange alert for heavy rainfall
The Kedarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall and an orange weather alert in Uttarakhand.
IMD predicts pre-monsoon showers in Mumbai from June 1
Mumbai is likely to witness a shift from hot and humid weather to pre-monsoon rain activities in the coming days.
IMD to set up weather station at Noida International Airport
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) will set up a dedicated weather monitoring station at the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar.
IMD revises monsoon forecast down to 90%, deepening concerns
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-normal monsoon rainfall for 2026.
IMD warns of heatwave across India; temperatures may touch 46°C
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a special alert for heatwave conditions across India this week.
Mercury to rise 5°C amid North India heatwave: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave warning for North India with temperatures expected to touch 45°C.
Weather update today: Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms forecast across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in New Delhi, the eastern coast, and the northeast till early May.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, hailstorms in north, central, east India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a weather alert for May 4, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hailstorms over Northwest, Central, and East India.
India's peak power demand hits all-time high of 256.11GW
India's peak power demand hit an all-time high of 256.11GW yesterday, as per the latest data from the Power Ministry.
India's peak power demand hits record high of 252.07GW
India's peak power demand has hit a record high of 252.07GW yesterday, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Power.
India to receive 'below normal' rainfall this monsoon season
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a "below-normal" southwest monsoon season this year due to the developing El Nino phenomenon.
Mumbai to get hotter, more humid; IMD issues yellow alert
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, predicting a rise in temperatures and humidity from April 15 to April 16.
Bengaluru: Mercury pushes toward 39°C, hospitals report heat-related illness
Bengaluru is currently experiencing an intense early-summer heat wave, with temperatures soaring to the highest so far this month.
IPL 2026: Will rain play spoilsport in KKR-PBKS match?
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are still on the lookout for their maiden victory in the IPL 2026 season.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rains in multiple states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Sikkim, and parts of West Bengal.
Delhi shivers in March: More rain forecast in upcoming week
Delhi woke up to a winter-like chill on Sunday, more typical of January than late March. The unusual weather was caused by rain-soaked air and overnight cooling after recent record rain activity.
Delhi skips Spring, hits 34.3°C; hottest March start since 2023
Delhi has recorded its highest average minimum temperature for early March since 2023, with an average of 16°C.
Mumbai gets warmer as March begins, air pollution still high
Mumbai is gearing up for a hot week ahead as the winter season comes to an end.
Delhi weather: Pleasant Sunday morning, IMD predicts rise in temperatures
Delhi woke up to a pleasant Sunday morning with clear skies and a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius at 6:00am.
Kerala expects milder summer, but monsoon faces El Niño threat
Weather experts have predicted that Kerala's summer may not be as harsh as last year.
Punjab, Haryana, Himachal log excess January rain, contradicting forecasts
Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh have defied weather forecasts by receiving excess rainfall in January.