#drought
Zero sweat for India as economy drought-proofed
In the 1960s and 70s, a poor monsoon could spark an economic and political crisis in the country. It no longer has the same impact.
Drought Impact: City May Soon Get Alternate-Day Water Supply
Nagpur NMC may reintroduce alternate-day water supply as reservoir levels fall; officials to review water stock next week amid drought and drinking-water priority.
Action to be taken against moneylenders, financial institutions if found harassing farmers over loan repayment
Maharashtra orders district collectors to act against lenders harassing farmers after drought-related loan repayment stay; opposition demands full loan waiver.
Sharad Pawar tours drought-hit villages, promises to take up farmer demands with CM Fadnavis
Sharad Pawar tours drought-hit Baramati and Purandar, pledges to raise farmer demands with CM Devendra Fadnavis and seeks Rs1 lakh/ha compensation.
Don't blame El Niño alone
This year's southwest monsoon has ended with a 13% deficit over the long-period average, and India is still bracing for the full impact of a 'super', or 'Godzilla', El Niño
India heads for driest monsoon in 17 years as El Nino curbs rainfall
India could face its driest monsoon since 2009, raising fears over crops and food prices. Meanwhile, the Election Commission has barred both Trinamool factions from using the party's name in by-elections. More with DW. India looks to be heading towards its we…
El Niño is expected 'to break records', warns expert
The current El Niño weather phenomenon is expected to break records for its overall strength, a top expert said, raising concerns about droughts, floods and other extremes linked to the event.
Agri dept issues heatwave, drought advisory for farmers
Kanpur agriculture dept advisory (June 29, 2026): farmers urged to protect crops from heatwave/drought with mulching, drip irrigation, and timely sowing.
Storage in India’s 166 reservoirs drops to 27.5% of overall capacity
A 40% deficient monsoon is compounding the reservoir position, with only 1 in 5 reservoirs being over half-full
Mumbai records driest May in 3 years despite season first pre - monsoon rain | Mumbai News
Dry Days Ahead : Monsoon likely to be below normal
Asia is already grappling with a fuel crisis. A ‘Super El Nino’ threatens to make things worse
Drought and high temperatures will strain power grids right as countries are still scrambling for limited oil and gas supplies.