Northeast India saw a 26% monsoon rainfall deficit in 2026; Meghalaya down 60%. IMD says withdrawal isn’t declared yet as conditions aren’t met.

If the June rainfall ends up with 10 cm, the precipitation during July-September period needs to be 68.17 cm, which is still short of 3% of normal for the period
While India is currently facing 40 per cent rainfall deficit, the country has prepared district-level contingency plans to tackle possible rainfall uncertainty, with irrigation capacity and food grain reserves providing a buffer against any potential impact o…

India's monsoon has slowed significantly. A weak surge from the Arabian Sea and missing weather systems are causing a rainfall deficit. This pause impacts the kharif sowing season. Meteorologists are monitoring conditions for renewed monsoon activity. Farmers…
India is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit. The southwest monsoon has stalled, impacting large parts of the country. Several meteorological factors are contributing to this slowdown. This situation poses challenges for kharif crops. Authorities are …