Monsoon
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Weather update: IMD predicts rainfall for 19 states, check when these states to get relief from heat
India | May 30, 2026, 08:06 AM ISTThe India Meteorological Department said monsoon's onset over Kerala is expected to happen in the next seven days. It further said the June-September southwest monsoon seasonal rainfall over India is expected to be 90 per cent of the long-period average with a model error of 4 per cent.
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IMD monsoon update: These states to receive heavy rains in coming days, alerts issued
India | May 14, 2026, 06:52 PM ISTWeather update: The IMD has issued a heavy rain alert for several parts of the country, including northeast India and southern states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry and Karnataka over the next 4 to 5 days. Rain accompanied by strong winds is also expected in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan.
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Relief from heatwave soon as IMD predicts above normal rainfall, monsoon arrival from May 14
India | May 02, 2026, 12:46 PM ISTWeather update: The IMD said overall rainfall across the country in May is expected to remain above normal, though parts of east, northeast and east central India may see below normal precipitation.
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Chennai weather: Rain expected, warning for 12 districts; check IMD’s latest forecast
Chennai | Oct 15, 2025, 07:45 AM ISTBihar Assembly PollsChennai weather: Tamil Nadu will continue to see rain with thunder and lightning in parts of the city, and fishermen have been warned of strong winds along the coast. Check IMD update.
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Monsoon fury to continue for more days in Himachal Pradesh as rains wreak widespread havoc
India | Sep 12, 2025, 10:42 AM ISTMonsoon may withdraw from Himachal by September 25, but continued rains, landslides, and flooding have caused 380 deaths, massive damage, and widespread disruption across the state.
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Rain alert in J-K, Himachal as landslides claim several lives; swollen rivers cause floods in Punjab
India | Aug 29, 2025, 07:29 AM ISTFrom the hill states to Rajasthan and parts of South India, normal life has been severely disrupted due to rains. In the South, the Telangana districts of Kamareddy and Medak have received record-breaking rainfall in the past 24 hours, breaking a 50-year-old record.
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Expert opinion: Why glasses are safer than contact lenses during the monsoon
Lifestyle | Aug 27, 2025, 12:23 PM ISTWearing contact lenses in the rainy season raises the risk of eye infections like conjunctivitis, styes, and fungal keratitis. Experts suggest switching to glasses for safer eye protection. Follow key hygiene tips and precautions to maintain clear, healthy vision throughout the monsoon.
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Indian Army rescues 22 CRPF personnel, 3 civilians from flooded Punjab village | Watch
India | Aug 27, 2025, 10:29 AM ISTNotably, the building on which the CRPF personnel and the civilians were stranded immediately collapsed after the rescue operation. However, the synergy between the Indian Army and the local authorities averted a potential tragedy.
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Your home’s dampness could be making you sick: Doctor explains warning signs
Health | Aug 26, 2025, 11:53 AM ISTDamp walls and musty rooms may feel harmless, but doctors warn they trigger coughs, allergies, skin irritation, and stress. Here’s how to protect your family.
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Why monsoon affects insulin response, and how diabetics can stay safe
Health | Aug 25, 2025, 01:42 PM ISTMonsoon affects insulin sensitivity and makes blood sugar harder to control. Doctors share diet, exercise, and lifestyle tips for diabetics to stay healthy in the rainy season.
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Monsoon havoc in Himachal Pradesh: 298 dead, roads blocked, infrastructure crippled, alert issued
India | Aug 24, 2025, 07:20 PM ISTMonsoon devastation in Himachal Pradesh has claimed 298 lives, severely damaged infrastructure, and prompted a one-week yellow alert amid ongoing heavy rainfall.
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Why is leptospirosis more common during monsoon, and how can you stay protected?
Health | Aug 21, 2025, 07:17 AM ISTLeptospirosis, or rat fever, spreads rapidly during monsoon due to floods and waterlogging. Learn symptoms, causes, and expert tips by Dr. Aniket Mule on how to stay protected this rainy season.
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Mumbai rains spark rise in leptospirosis and stomach infections, doctors warn
Health | Aug 20, 2025, 07:40 PM ISTMumbai rains bring more than flooding. Doctors warn of leptospirosis and stomach infections rising fast. Here’s how to stay protected this monsoon.
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Monsoon devastates Himachal Pradesh: Death toll reaches 276, amid widespread damage
India | Aug 19, 2025, 08:59 PM ISTThe highest number of casualties came from incidents of drowning (29), cloudbursts (17), landslides (9) and flash floods (9), with several also due to lightning, snake bites, electrocution and falling from steep slopes or trees.
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Himachal Pradesh monsoon fury: 257 dead, roads blocked, power and water supply severely hit
India | Aug 16, 2025, 07:00 PM ISTRelentless monsoon rains in Himachal Pradesh have claimed 257 lives and severely damaged roads, power lines, and water supply infrastructure across multiple districts.
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Waterproof protection: 5 Budget-friendly 5G smartphones for monsoon season
Technology | Aug 16, 2025, 12:00 PM ISTThis year, India is experiencing a significant amount of rainfall. In such weather, people often prioritise protecting their phones from getting wet. We will discuss five smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 that are water-resistant.
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Monsoon activity to intensify in UP in next 48 hours, IMD issues orange alert for several districts
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 13, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTThe weather department has issued an orange alert for several northern districts of the state where heavy showers are expected. The intensity and spread of rainfall are expected to ease from August 15, the IMD added.
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Himachal weather: 362 roads shut, 112 die so far amid rain fury; IMD sounds alert for more showers
India | Aug 10, 2025, 08:24 AM ISTThe Meteorological Department in Shimla has issued a yellow alert for Sunday, forecasting heavy rain with possible thunderstorms and lightning in isolated areas. A more severe orange alert has been issued for Monday through Wednesday, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in two to four districts.
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Doctor-backed monsoon health tips for office-goers
Health | Jul 31, 2025, 01:18 PM ISTRainy season is here, and so are health risks! From dengue to flu, here’s how you can stay safe, dry, and productive this monsoon at home or work.
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Worried about monsoon infections? Here’s what parents should know about hepatitis A
Health | Jul 28, 2025, 01:05 PM ISTThis monsoon, let’s stay one step ahead. Because all it takes is one sip of contaminated water, and no parent wants to look back and say, “I wish I had done more.”