Sikkim has recorded an alarming rainfall deficit across all six districts between January 1 and February 15 this year, with three districts reporting no rainfall, according to data released by the Meteorological Centre, Gangtok.
Himachal Pradesh witnessed widespread rain and snowfall over the past 24 hours, significantly lowering temperatures across the state and disrupting normal life, even as it raised hopes for farmers, orchardists and the tourism sector.
After a prolonged dry spell of nearly three months, snowfall finally began in both the plains and upper reaches of Doda's Bhalesa and its adjoining areas from Friday midnight.
Jammu and Kashmir continued to reel under cold wave conditions on Monday morning, with dense fog reducing visibility to less than 50 metres in several areas, including parts of Jammu division.
The dry spell continued across Himachal Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting no significant change in weather conditions over the next several days. Tourists, local residents, farmers and orchardists are all anxiously waiting for snowfall and rain.
The rainfall ended a long dry spell in the Quetta valley and surrounding areas, offering some hope to farmers who have been struggling with near-drought conditions. However, the showers quickly turned into a crisis, disrupting daily life across towns and cities and highlighting long-standing
The rainfall ended a long dry spell in the Quetta valley and surrounding areas, offering some hope to farmers who have been struggling with near-drought conditions. However, the showers quickly turned into a crisis, disrupting daily life across towns and cities and highlighting long-standing
The capital, Shimla, and other tourist destinations are seeing an influx of visitors enjoying the clean, fresh environment. However, the lack of snowfall has left some tourists slightly disappointed, even as they continue to enjoy the overall weather.
Suryakumar Yadav's appalling dry spell with the bat since taking over India's T20I captaincy mantle continued in the Asia Cup final on Dubai's slow-paced track against Pakistan on Sunday.
Rajasthan is expected to experience a severe heatwave in the next few days, with temperatures predicted to rise significantly. A dry spell is forecasted to continue over the state for the next week, with temperatures increasing by 2-4°C in most areas. (Radheshyam Sharma, Director, Meteo
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Rajasthan, forecasting that extreme temperatures will persist over the next five days. Jaisalmer recorded a maximum temperature of 48°C, while Churu crossed 45°C, intensifying the ongoing dry spell across th
According to the Conservator of Forests, West Circle Rajouri, IFS Sat Paul, the region is currently experiencing a "fairly closed level for first fire, with the Chir Pine areas being most vulnerable due to dry conditions.