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india meteorological department

India Meteorological Department (IMD) is an agency under Ministry of Earth Sciences of the Government of India which is responsible for meteorological observations, weather forecasting and seismology. It has the responsibility for forecasting, naming and distribution of warnings for tropical cyclones in the Northern Indian Ocean region, including the Malacca Straits, the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Persian Gulf.

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Max temp 37°C, no respite from sultry weather for a few days

Sep 25, 2024, 00:57 (IST)

Panaji gets 105.8mm rain, maximum temperature drops to 26.3 degrees

TNN / Sep 24, 2024, 23:34 (IST)

Shear zone over South Gujarat to bring rain

Sep 24, 2024, 22:54 (IST)

Delhi's maximum temperature soars to 37°C, rain likely to return tomorrow

TNN / Sep 24, 2024, 09:33 (IST)

Delhi faced another hot and humid day as temperatures climbed to 37 degrees Celsius, three degrees above normal. Rain is anticipated by Wednesday night, which may lower temperatures. The southwest monsoon has begun withdrawing from parts of West Rajasthan and Kachchh, with more areas expected to follow in the next 24 hours.

Maximum temp soars to 37C, rain likely to return tomorrow

TNN / Sep 23, 2024, 23:48 (IST)

Monsoon starts withdrawing from west Rajasthan, marking its retreat from the country

TNN / Sep 23, 2024, 20:23 (IST)

The india meteorological department has announced that the monsoon is beginning to withdraw from parts of West Rajasthan and Kutch, marking a delayed retreat. This year's monsoon season is expected to conclude with above-normal rainfall, positively affecting Kharif crop acreage. The withdrawal process is anticipated to continue in the coming days.

Rain with lightning, thunder lashes city on Sunday night

Sep 23, 2024, 00:21 (IST)

Cyclone Warning Centre in Visakhapatnam completes 50 years

TNN / Sep 23, 2024, 00:01 (IST)

Temperature rises in Delhi, rain unlikely before September 25

TNN / Sep 22, 2024, 23:48 (IST)

Delhi experienced a sweltering Sunday with temperatures hitting 36 degrees Celsius, two degrees above normal. This trend is expected to continue until Tuesday, with light showers forecasted from the night of September 25. The city's air quality remains moderate, recording an AQI of 164 on Sunday.

West Bengal floods: Jharkhand’s refusal to bring its dam within the ambit of a joint committee adds to the crisis

TNN / Sep 22, 2024, 09:42 (IST)

The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) coordinated with West Bengal before releasing water from Maithon and Panchet dams, unlike Jharkhand's unnotified release from Tenughat Dam that worsened floods. DVC followed all protocols despite heavy rainfall, minimizing flood impact. The Central Water Commission noted that reduced releases could have led to a larger catastrophe.

Heavy rains & gusty winds lash Hyderabad, IMD issues yellow alert in Telangana

TNN / Sep 22, 2024, 00:46 (IST)

After a week-long dry spell, Hyderabad was hit by heavy rains and thunderstorms, causing significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions in various areas. The india meteorological department has issued a yellow alert for the state, forecasting thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds over the next five days. Residents are advised to exercise caution.

Temp up 1.4°C, dry weather for next 3 days in Gurgaon

Sep 22, 2024, 00:42 (IST)

Rains to return in Maharashtra after long break, IMD issues yellow alert across state for next few days

TNN / Sep 21, 2024, 23:53 (IST)

Monsoon is returning to Maharashtra after a prolonged hiatus, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for the state. Heavy rainfall is forecasted for Marathwada on September 23-24 and for Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan, and Goa from September 24-27. This weather pattern may delay the monsoon's withdrawal from Pune and Mumbai until October 10-12.