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Northeast monsoon likely to make onset by Nov 1: IMD

Northeast monsoon likely to make onset by Nov 1: IMD

Mon, Oct 29, 2018

The northeast monsoon, which brings rains to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and parts of Andhra Pradesh, is likely to make an onset by November 1, the IMD said Sunday.

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Monsoon in India: Rainfall activity to increase this week, central India to get relief

Monsoon in India: Rainfall activity to increase this week, central India to get relief

Tue, Aug 14, 2018

The monsoon is expected to become more active across the country this week and is likely to bring good showers over central India, reducing overall rain deficiency, the weatherman said today.   

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Monsoon deficit may lead to lower production: Report

Monsoon deficit may lead to lower production: Report

Sat, Aug 04, 2018

With monsoon still in deficit, the overall sown area is 7.5 per cent less than last year, which is likely to lead to lower production, a report said.

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Monsoon to be normal in August-September: IMD

Monsoon to be normal in August-September: IMD

Sat, Aug 04, 2018

Monsoon rains would be normal in August and September, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said today.

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Monsoon in India: Country-wide deficiency remains at 5 pct

Monsoon in India: Country-wide deficiency remains at 5 pct

Sun, Jul 29, 2018

The rainfall deficiency over east and northeast India has come down in last one week but the country-wide monsoon deficiency remains at five per cent, according to IMD data. Nearly 74 per cent of the country has received normal rainfall until now this season, the data said

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Over 10% growth seen in monsoon holiday bookings: Report

Over 10% growth seen in monsoon holiday bookings: Report

Wed, Jul 18, 2018

"We have witnessed over a 10 per cent growth in the bookings for travel during monsoons especially in the number of bookings for international destinations compared to last year," a MakeMyTrip spokesperson said.

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Country-wide monsoon deficiency dips to 5 pct: IMD data

Country-wide monsoon deficiency dips to 5 pct: IMD data

Mon, Jul 16, 2018

The country-wide monsoon deficiency has dropped to five per cent but has risen to 30 per cent in east and northeast India, according to IMD data. The southern peninsula and central India have been witnessing good rains.

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Monsoon Travel Searches Spike 25%: Dubai Tops

Monsoon Travel Searches Spike 25%: Dubai Tops

Sat, Jul 14, 2018

If it is monsoon season, then it is time to stay home and dry. Right? Wrong! Increasingly, the travel bug is biting the public as is clear from this survey.

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How to stay safe on Mumbai trains during heavy rain; check out this app

How to stay safe on Mumbai trains during heavy rain; check out this app

Sun, Jul 08, 2018

This app is solely based on helping Mumbaikers in time of distress which is very often when there is heavy rain in the city.

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6 Monsoon linked sectors to invest in; check out top stock picks and outlook

6 Monsoon linked sectors to invest in; check out top stock picks and outlook

Tue, Jul 03, 2018

While we all must be busy updating ourselves with which kind of stocks to pick during monsoon season, it becomes important to have a clear knowledge of its impact on stock markets.  

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Mumbai rains! Western Railways stops train services at a few stations; check cancelled trains full list here

Mumbai rains! Western Railways stops train services at a few stations; check cancelled trains full list here

Tue, Jul 03, 2018

As if heavy showers were not enough for Mumbai’s problems, now a bridge has collapsed at Andheri station, which has left Western Railways operations to be suspended in certain areas.  

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Should you carry an umbrella this week? IMD forecast revealed

Should you carry an umbrella this week? IMD forecast revealed

Mon, Jul 02, 2018

IMD forecast: The monsoon trough has further shifted northwards today. It is likely to shift further northwards towards the foothills of the Himalayas during next 24 hours and remain there during  next 3­4 days. 

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Railways, Airlines be aware! Rains to increase further in Mumbai by July 02, says Skymet

Railways, Airlines be aware! Rains to increase further in Mumbai by July 02, says Skymet

Sat, Jun 30, 2018

In past two days, the India’s financial hub Mumbai has been receiving fruitful rains across areas, which makes monsoon quite enjoyable. The airlines and railways have been operating in a peaceful manner.

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Monsoon forecast: Railways, airlines, passengers to take a hit in these cities

Monsoon forecast: Railways, airlines, passengers to take a hit in these cities

Sat, Jun 30, 2018

While the Monsoon is a good time for Indian farmers, heavy rains become a cause of concern for transporters like airlines and Railways.

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Monsoon covers entire country, 17 days ahead of normal schedule

Monsoon covers entire country, 17 days ahead of normal schedule

Fri, Jun 29, 2018

The monsoon has covered the entire country, 17 days ahead of its normal onset date, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said today. The monsoon reached Sriganganagar, its last outpost in the country located in west Rajasthan. Its normal date to reach Sriganganagar was July 15.  

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Monsoon: Delhi celebrates; joy set to spread to rest of country

Monsoon: Delhi celebrates; joy set to spread to rest of country

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

A day ahead of the scheduled arrival, the Southwest Monsoon today hit Delhi, said the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). In the next 2-3 days, it would cover the entire country, Additional Director General Mritunjay Mohapatra said, implying that the monsoon could cover the rest of the nation well before its scheduled dates.

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Finally, Monsoon in India reaches northern parts; to cover Delhi 48 hours, says IMD

Finally, Monsoon in India reaches northern parts; to cover Delhi 48 hours, says IMD

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

Monsoon has reached few parts of North India, including east Rajasthan and West Uttar Pradesh and is likely to hit Delhi in the next 24-48 hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said tonight. Rain and thundershowers were observed at most places over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, East Rajasthan, east Uttar Pradesh, the IMD said.

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Here are 5 tips on how to save your car from rains

Here are 5 tips on how to save your car from rains

Wed, Jun 27, 2018

Whether you take your car for work regularly or use it once in a month for an outing, take necessary precautions beforehand to avoid damage or breakdown of the vehicle during this monsoon season.

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Sick of scorching summer? Pining for monsoon rain? Relief now on doorstep

Sick of scorching summer? Pining for monsoon rain? Relief now on doorstep

Tue, Jun 26, 2018

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) informed on Monday that monsoon is on the way and its arrival will be marked by pre-monsoon thunderstorms in the northwestern part of the country from Tuesday itself.

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Peas to onions, vegetable prices soar across Punjab, Haryana

Peas to onions, vegetable prices soar across Punjab, Haryana

Tue, Jun 26, 2018

Prices of most vegetables such as tomato, peas, green beans and bottle gourd have surged sharply over the last one week in Punjab and Haryana due to various factors, traders said today. The prices of peas have risen sharply from nearly Rs 70-80 per kg to Rs 100-110 per kg, they said.  

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