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India Jun 18, 2025

Rainfall brings relief to Punjab and Haryana

Heavy rain just hit Punjab and Haryana, dropping temperatures in places like Chandigarh to 31°C—way down from the 40°C+ highs earlier this week.
Cities like Ludhiana, Patiala, and Ambala also got a good soaking.

TL;DR

Farmers rejoice as rain boosts soil moisture ahead of paddy season

This rain is a big deal for farmers since it boosts soil moisture right before paddy sowing season and means less need for groundwater.
Plus, everyone gets some relief from those relentless heatwaves.
Good news ahead: IMD says both states are set for an above-normal monsoon this year, so more cool weather could be on the way.