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Home News India Jammu and Kashmir 4 dead, several missing as flash floods, landslides batter Poonch district Updated - July 19, 2026 10:52 am IST People gather near the Banganga entry gate after the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board suspends the pilgrimage due to adverse weather conditions, in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, Sunday, July 19, 2026. | All the deaths were reported from the worst-affected Surankote tehsil, where authorities have deployed rescue teams and intensified relief operations to reach stranded residents, clear affected areas, and provide immediate assistance to those impacted by the heavy rains, they said.July 19, 2026 10:52 Flash floods hit J&K’s Rajouri town, hundreds shifted to safer places amid heavy rainfallRajouri town was hit by flash floods following incessant overnight rainfall, forcing hundreds of residents to move to safer locations as floodwaters inundated low-lying areas, including the new bus stand early on Sunday (July 19, 2026), officials said.Flash floods hit J&K’s Rajouri town, hundreds shifted to safer places amid heavy rainfallFlash floods in Rajouri, J&K, displace hundreds as heavy rainfall causes widespread damage and emergency evacuations.July 19, 2026 10:51 Omar Abdullah to return to Jammu amid heavy rain in regionJammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said that he will cut short his stay in Delhi and return to Jammu on Sunday afternoon in view of the worsening situation across parts of the division following heavy rains.Heavy rains have lashed many parts of Jammu division, especially Rajouri.Officials said Rajouri town was hit by flash floods following incessant overnight rainfall, forcing hundreds of residents to move to safer locations as floodwaters inundated low-lying areas.- PTIJuly 19, 2026 10:46 Amarnath Yatra suspended as J&K braces for heavy rainAuthorities on Sunday (July 19, 2026) temporarily suspended the Amarnath Yatra from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes in view of the Met department’s forecast of widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir over the next few days.Officials said no onward movement will be permitted from the Baltal and Nunwan/Chandanwari base camps in the Kashmir region, and the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu.“In view of the inclement weather forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended from all base camps, including the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, with effect from 19.07.2026 as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims,” an official said here.- PTIJuly 19, 2026 10:45 Control Room established in Katra for disaster management in monsoon conditionsIn view of the prevailing monsoon conditions and the risk of emergencies arising from heavy rainfall, flash floods, landslides, waterlogging and road blockages, the Sub-Divisional Administration Katra has constituted a Control Room for Monsoon Disaster Management to ensure prompt response and effective coordination.As per an order issued by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Katra, Piyush Dhotra (JKAS), the Control Room will function under the overall supervision of Tehsildar Katra, Jatinder Singh, in close coordination with police, PWD, health, power, Jal Shakti, municipal authorities and other concerned departments.The Control Room will maintain a round-the-clock watch over the monsoon situation, receive and r

All the rivers of Rajouri, including Darhali, Khandli, Suktoh and Jamola, got flooded with most of the rivers flowing close to or even above than danger mark, leading to submerging of many low-lying areas, the officials said. Dozens of vehicles were swept away or submerged after overflowing rivers breached their banks, causing widespread disruption, the officials said.They said rescue and relief teams, assisted by the local administration, were engaged in evacuating affected families and assessing the damage, while local Congress MLA Iftkhar Ahmad said there was heavy damage to public and private property in the flash floods.#WATCH | J&K | Heavy rainfall triggered a flash flood in Rajouri district, causing the Dharhal River to overflow and inundate the New Bus Stand Bella area. Several vehicles parked at the bus stand were damaged after floodwaters entered the parking area. pic.twitter.com/8f2SsqjrOH— ANI (@ANI) July 19, 2026As a weather advisory warned of moderate to heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir till July 23, the border district of Rajouri experienced relentless rain from Saturday (July 18) evening, leading to overflowing rivers and streams after a night of heavy downpour.All the rivers of Rajouri, including Darhali, Khandli, Suktoh and Jamola, got flooded with most of the rivers flowing close to or even above than danger mark, leading to submerging of many low-lying areas, the officials said.They said the Darhali River breached the flood protection wall near Bela Colony in Rajouri town, allowing floodwaters to gush into the new bus stand, where dozens of vehicles were washed away or submerged.The flooding also severely affected the slum settlement near Abdullah Bridge, forcing over 50 families to flee as water inundated homes and surrounding areas.Floodwaters also inundated the locality near Tariq Bridge, prompting the police to respond to numerous distress calls and assist residents in evacuating to safer locations away from the riverbanks."Our teams are responding to almost every SOS call. At this stage, our priority is to prevent any loss of life. While there has been significant damage to property, the extent of the losses will be assessed once the floodwaters recede," a police official said.Police teams were seen patrolled vulnerable areas, making public announcements and urging residents living along riverbanks and in low-lying localities to evacuate immediately in view of the lurking threat of flooding due to weather forecast.The district administration has issued an advisory urging residents to remain vigilant, while the police have set up control rooms to monitor the evolving situation and provide assistance to people affected by the flooding.Rajouri MLA Ahmed, who was scheduled to participate in his party's protest in support of the restoration of statehood outside Lok Bhavan in Jammu on Sunday (July 19), returned to his hometown to assess the flood situation."I have abandoned my party programme to stand with my people, as the flash floods have caused extensive damage to public and private property," Ahmad said.He urged the district administration to launch immediate relief and rehabilitation measures for the affected families. Published - July 19, 2026 08:53 am IST

Home News India Parts of southern Gujarat received “extremely heavy” rainfall, with the worst-affected being Surat district, where five persons died in rain-related incidents Updated - July 08, 2026 07:27 am IST A man walks in the rain next to rows of Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags strung above a mountain trail in Dharamshala, on July 7, 2026. | Parts of southern Gujarat received “extremely heavy” rainfall, with the worst-affected being Surat district, where five persons died in rain-related incidents in two days. Over 2,100 people were shifted from flooded areas to safe locations, officials said.Rain lashed several northern States, as well as the national capital, which was largely seen as a respite from the heat even as incidents of waterlogging were reported from a number of areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of increased rainfall activity over north India in the next three days.(With inputs from agencies)Read live updates below:July 08, 2026 07:27 Watch: Mumbai wakes up to dense clouds, strong windsJuly 08, 2026 07:25 Rainfall deficit comes down to 12% as July witnesses above-normal rainfall: Govt The Centre on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) said that the rainfall deficit has come down to 12%, with the first week of July recording above-normal monsoon activity, and asserted that an El Nino year may not necessarily lead to below-normal rainfall.The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said in the context of the progress of the kharif season and possible impact due to El Nino on other sectors of the economy, a high-level review meeting was held under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary to Prime Minister PK Mishra to review and take stock of the preparedness measures undertaken in this regard.At the outset of the meeting, officials of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) presented the overall rainfall situation from June to July 7, while its director general provided an update on the status of monsoon coverage in the country and the possible impact of El Nino.There was a delay in the onset of monsoon by about 10 days in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra.- PTIJuly 08, 2026 07:24 Uttarakhand: Heavy rainfall triggers rockfall, 32 roads closedMost parts of Uttarakhand received moderate to heavy rainfall on Tuesday (July 7, 2026), with falling debris from the hills leading to closure of 32 roads, officials said.According to the Dehradun Meteorological Centre, Pantnagar recorded 107 mm rainfall, followed by Chorgalia (79.5 mm), Rudrapur (43.5 mm), Yamkeshwar (38 mm), Kichha (32.5 mm), Khanpur (27 mm), Dehradun and Laksar (19 mm each), Hathibarkala (15 mm), Pithoragarh (8.9 mm), and Lohaghat (8 mm).According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), a total of 32 roads are blocked due to debris accumulation caused by the rain. Efforts to clear and reopen them are underway.- PTIJuly 08, 2026 07:22 Watch: Rajasthan's Nagaur receives heavy rainJuly 08, 2026 07:21 Mumbaikars receive respite from downpour after 2 daysAfter two days of relentless downpour that battered Mumbai, the rains eased on Tuesday (July 7, 2026), offering residents a welcome respite as local train services and road transport returned to normal.Between 8 am and 8 pm, Mumbai recorded an average rainfall of 22.39 mm. The eastern and western suburbs received 23.04 mm and 25.93 mm of rain, respectively.Train services on the Western Railway were, however, disrupted again on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) evening after water levels rose above the danger mark between Vasai and Virar stations following heavy rain, officials said.- PTIJuly 08, 2026 07:20 Gurugram submerged: Road cave-ins, unending

Home News India The alert was issued at 12.30 p.m. after the landslip at the Kalladi tunnel project site in Wayanad at around 11 a.m. Meanwhile, officials said ten people had died in rain-related incidents across Maharashtra's Palghar since July 1 Updated - July 07, 2026 03:54 pm IST People wade through knee-deep water on a road amid rain, at Nalasopara in Palghar, Maharashtra, on Tuesday (July 7, 2026). | The mudslide was triggered by torrential monsoon rains near the entrance of the under-construction Anakkampoyil–Kalladi–Meppadi tunnel road project linking Kozhikode and Wayanad. A major rescue operation is under way. A red alert was issued by the India Meteorological Department in Wayanad district, where very heavy rainfall was received in Mananthavady and Vythiri areas during the day.Mudslide at Wayanad tunnel project site: One dead, seven others missing, says CM | LIVEMeanwhile, Mumbaikars woke up to overcast skies and strong winds on Tuesday (July 7, 2026), with no significant rainfall recorded in the morning, offering a temporary respite after two days of intense downpours that disrupted normal life.“The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an ‘orange’ alert, forecasting heavy rain and gusty winds in the metropolis,” officials said.“At least ten people have died amid heavy rain and flood-like situations in Palghar district of Maharashtra since July 1, including three casualties in the last 24 hours, while 1,261 residents have been evacuated and relocated to relief centres,” a senior official said.Editorial | Falling behind: On Mumbai and the monsoonThe monsoon unleashed widespread destruction across India on Monday (July 6, 2026), claiming lives in Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh, disrupting rail, road and air services, triggering flash floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir, and inundating towns in Odisha as authorities in several states stepped up emergency measures. Read live updates below:Key Updates Kerala | Red alert issued in Wayanad following heavy rains, landslip Kerala | Mudslide at Wayanad tunnel road project site; at least one dead, seven missing Read: The Hindu's Editorial on Mumbai rains July 07, 2026 15:38 Maharashtra | Ten dead in rain-related incidents since July 1 across Palghar“At least ten people have died amid heavy rain and flood-like situations in Palghar district of Maharashtra since July 1, including three casualties in the last 24 hours, while 1,261 residents have been evacuated and relocated to relief centres,” a senior official said on Tuesday (July 7, 2026).Addressing a press conference, district Collector Indu Rani Jakhar said the Palghar district recorded an average rainfall of 203 mm (in more than 24 hours) till 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday.As part of disaster management operations, 389 families comprising 1,261 individuals have been safely evacuated and relocated to institutional relief centres, including schools, churches, and community halls in Palghar, Vasai, and Wada talukas.To assist local authorities, one team each of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has been deployed in Virar.The continuous downpour has triggered flood-like situations in several pockets, prompting the administration to rescue and relocate people.“Rain-related incidents include wall collapse and drownings in nullahs and flooded fields in various parts of Palghar, including Vasai, Talasari, and Dahanu,” according to officials. - PTIJuly 07, 2026 15:14 Delhi | Rain lashes Delhi; IMD issues red, orange alertsRain lashed the national capital on Tuesday afternoon (July 7, 2026), bringing some respite from the heat. The India Meteorological Department issued ‘red’ and ‘orange’ alerts for rain and strong winds across the city.A

Thane Police apprehends three individuals in connection with the alleged Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) question paper leak, in Bhiwandi. File | A Thane court on Saturday (July 4, 2026) remanded them in police custody till July 9. The special police team arrested them from Agra in Uttar Pradesh. With this, the number of persons behind bars in this case has reached 10 now.“All three accused are employees of Mahin Patran Pvt. Limited, the company that had been awarded the contract by the Maharashtra Education Department to print the question papers. These employees are responsible for bringing the paper out of the company,” said Pavan Bansod, an official of the Maharashtra SIT.The names of the employees are: Naresh Puranchand Mahore, Sanjaykumar Sureshchandra Chandra and Babulal Narayansingh Kushwaha. According to the investigation so far, the three men were in touch with Bijendar Kumar Gupta, the absconding mastermind. “These men hid the papers and brought them out of the company office to hand them over to Bijendar,” an official said.The SIT personnel had been stationed in Agra for the last few days to investigate the paper leak. Published - July 03, 2026 09:44 am IST

"Pepper vines normally begin producing spikes after the summer showers, with spike development continuing into the onset of the monsoon before berries develop. This year, poor rainfall has disrupted the process." A view from a plantation in Wayanad on Saturday. | 5-acre plantation at Ambalavayal in Wayanad, Kerala. But beneath the lush green canopy, the signs of a faltering monsoon are unmistakable. Pepper spikes have emerged but remain underdeveloped, coffee berries are developing unevenly, and the veteran farmer fears the poor southwest monsoon could significantly reduce this season’s harvest.Farmers share the concern in large parts of Wayanad, where a rainfall deficit has adversely affected agriculture. The district received only 270.23 mm of rain in June, the lowest for the month in the past five years, according to the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology. Experts attributed the rainfall deficit to the delayed onset and weakening of the southwest monsoon, influenced by climate change and El Niño Wayanad district rainfall received from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026 (left). June rainfall in Wayanad from 2022 to 2026 (right). (Credit: Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology) | John points to pepper vines where the spikes remain sparse and underdeveloped.“Pepper vines normally begin producing spikes after the summer showers, with spike development continuing into the onset of the monsoon before berries develop. This year, poor rainfall has stunted their development,” he said. “Coffee plants bloomed and completed berry formation after the summer showers, but the weak monsoon in June has affected berry development. Adequate monsoon rainfall is crucial for the growth and size of the berries, but they have not developed properly this year.”M. Manoj, who owns a 5.5-acre mixed-crop plantation at Meenangadi, said the uneven distribution of summer rainfall and poor monsoon in June had compounded farmers’ woes.“Some parts of the district received summer showers, and the pepper vines initially started producing spikes. However, the dearth of rain during Thiruvathira Njattuvela, a period that traditionally receives continuous rainfall, halted spike development and is likely to reduce pepper production. The uneven summer showers also caused coffee bushes to bloom at different stages across plantations. This will force farmers to harvest the crop in four to five rounds, increasing labour and cultivation costs,” Mr. Manoj said.Paddy cultivation hitPaddy cultivation has also been hit hard. With rainfall remaining below normal, many farmers have yet to begin transplanting seedlings. The delay has also affected the timely application of fertilisers, adding to concerns over lower productivity.C.K. Vishnudas, executive director of the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology, said Wayanad had traditionally experienced heavy monsoon rains and the associated risk of natural disasters during the southwest monsoon.“This year, however, the major challenge has been the significant shortfall in rainfall. The weakening of the Indian monsoon due to climate change and the influence of the El Niño phenomenon over the Pacific Ocean have been identified as the primary reasons for the severe rainfall deficit in the district,” said Mr. Vishnudas, adding that rainfall predictions for the coming weeks were also not encouraging.Lakkidi, which received the highest rainfall in the district during June, recorded 836 mm, while Mullankolly recorded the lowest rainfall at just 44 mm.Crucial weeks aheadAgriculture experts said the coming weeks would be crucial for the district’s farming sector, especially for pepper and paddy.“Crop-wise, paddy cultivation has been affected the most due to the rainfall defi

After the first month of this year’s monsoon ended in a massive 40% deficit, the India Meteorological Department has forecast that rainfall in July will also be “below normal” or less than 94% of what is usual for the month. “Below-normal rainfall can pose significant challenges for agriculture, water resources, hydropower generation, ecosystem sustainability, and drinking water availability,” the agency warned. The outlook for July comes on the back of weak rainfall in June.Data from the IMD showed rainfall in June was 99.5 mm against a long-period average of 165.3 mm, a fall of 39.8% from normal across all four meteorological subdivisions. The outlook comes weeks after Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan sounded the alarm, warning about the impact of a potential ‘super’ El Niño. “This could directly affect Kharif crops, particularly in rainfed regions where agriculture is heavily dependent on monsoon rains,” he told reporters on June 23, 2026.How could a poor monsoon damage India’s economy? A poor monsoon can damage the economy in three ways: it affects agricultural output, reducing the sector’s contribution to the economy; it hits rural income, denting aggregate demand; and it threatens to push up food prices, causing inflation. India came into this kharif season from a position of strength — foodgrain output in 2024-25 jumped to 357.73 million metric tonnes (MMT), up 25.43 MMT from the previous year. A weak monsoon now puts that momentum at risk. In a report, CRISIL notes that while paddy acreage is expected to expand in Punjab, Haryana and Bihar, maize acreage is expected to decline as farmers shift towards more remunerative crops. Farmers might also prefer pulses, because of lower cultivation costs and water requirements, and may choose not to plant vegetables at all. Irrigation, MSP, procurement support and market conditions also factor in the decision-making process. This could trigger food and beverage inflation. In its June bulletin, the Reserve Bank of India warned: “An adverse south-west monsoon, if materialised, may weigh on the domestic growth-inflation outlook.”The authors noted that CPI inflation had risen to 3.9% in May 2026, up from 3.5% in April, with broad-based increases across food, fuel, and core components. The report noted that daily price data up to June 18 showed food inflation continued to rise and the prices of edible oils, potatoes, onions and tomatoes edged up.A weak monsoon, coupled with higher global food prices driven by higher fertiliser, edible oil, and shipping costs, will only push them higher.Agriculture accounts for only one-fifth of India’s Gross Value Added (GVA) but employs 46% of the workforce and supports nearly 55% of the population. “It will have a direct impact on the lives of people,” said Prof. R. Ramakumar, School of Development Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Prof. Bharat Ramaswami, Department of Economics, Ashoka University, believes farm incomes could fall by up to 10%. “The rural non-farm sector consists mostly of non-traded services such as construction. These sectors contract when agriculture is adversely affected. Industries that depend on rural demand will be affected,” he said.This stress moves into the wider economy. Automobile sales are a reliable early signal, two-wheelers and tractors are among the first sectors to feel the squeeze, followed by real estate in smaller towns and cities. Kotak Mutual Fund, in a blog, has noted that a combined El Niño-plus-drought scenario may shave 20–65 basis points off GDP growth. Compounding the pressure are pests and fertiliser supply constraints caused by the Iran war. The Union Cabinet approved a ₹41,533 crore Nutrient-Based Subsidy for Phosphatic and Potassic fertilizers for the kharif season, covering 28 grades. If output still falls short, the government will have to release buffer stocks and import commodities, widening the Current Account Deficit and putting pressure on the rupee.“The danger in 20

Home News India Arunachal government deploys helicopter to airlift essential supplies to areas cut off by flood Updated - July 04, 2026 09:59 am IST Commuters move through a waterlogged road during heavy monsoon rains, in Thane, Maharashtra, on July 3, 2026. | Civic officials said that while the metropolis recorded over 100 mm of rain in several parts over the last 24 hours, public transport remains operational.Also Read: Monsoon tracker July 3 updatesFlash floods and massive landslides triggered by heavy rains around a week ago cut off several remote villages in Arunachal Pradesh from the rest of the State, requiring the administration to deploy a commercial helicopter to supply emergency food and medical supplies to the deluge-hit areas.Collapsed bridges and road blockades due to landslides at multiple locations left Rotte, Rame, Loglu, Lipin, Mane, Tene, Sipu, Kakki, Kadu, Rina, Sido, and Korang in Lower Siang completely isolated.Also Read: Environmentalists urge T.N. government to set up dedicated El Niño monitoring cellA relentless spell of monsoon rainfall has severely disrupted normal life across western India, triggering intense waterlogging, stranding commuters, and leading to fatalities in parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat. In Gujarat’s Jamnagar district, the Dhrol area bore the brunt of the onslaught, with incessant downpours inundating multiple arterial roads. The sudden flooding left numerous vehicles, including school buses full of children, stranded on waterlogged streets, forcing residents to wade through waist-deep waters to commute.Follow for the LIVE updates.July 04, 2026 09:35 Heavy rain continues in Mumbai, Thane; red alert remains for July 4-6 The India Meteorological Department has maintained a Red Alert for Mumbai and Thane for July 4, 5, and 6, with the administration declaring a holiday for schools and colleges in Thane district and the Kalyan-Dombivli municipal area for today (July 4, 2026). Emergency helplines have been activated across the region.Heavy rain continues in Mumbai, Thane; red alert remains for July 4-6Heavy rainfall prompts a Red Alert in Mumbai and Thane, with schools closed and emergency services activated from July 4-6.July 04, 2026 09:35 Arunachal govt deploys helicopter to airlift essential supplies to areas cut off by floodFlash floods and massive landslides triggered by heavy rains around a week ago cut off several remote villages in Arunachal Pradesh from the rest of the State, requiring the administration to deploy a commercial helicopter to supply emergency food and medical supplies to the deluge-hit areas.Collapsed bridges and road blockades due to landslides at multiple locations left Rotte, Rame, Loglu, Lipin, Mane, Tene, Sipu, Kakki, Kadu, Rina, Sido, and Korang in Lower Siang completely isolated.-PTI Published - July 04, 2026 09:50 am IST

Home News India The IMD issued an ‘orange’ alert for isolated thunderstorms and lightning across all 24 districts in Jharkhand on July 4, followed by a ‘yellow’ alert from July 6 to 8 Updated - July 03, 2026 03:59 pm IST A man pulls a cart carrying sacks through a waterlogged area following heavy rainfall, in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday (July 3, 2026). | Meanwhile, traffic on the Badrinath National Highway and the Kedarnath pilgrimage route was briefly disrupted due to falling debris and stones from the hills, officials said.Also read: Monsoon arrives in Delhi, five days behind schedulePunjab Local Government Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Thursday (July 2) said the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has set up a tech-enabled “Monsoon War Room” to monitor the city round the clock through 1,700 CCTV cameras and ensure prompt response to monsoon-related issues.Also read: Rainfall to dip in Tamil Nadu over the next few daysWhile inspecting the facility set up at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in MC Zone D, Sarabha Nagar, on Thursday (July 2), Mr. Bains said the war room streams live HD footage from flood-prone intersections, low-lying colonies and vulnerable drains onto video walls.Key Updates Rajasthan | Rainwater enters trauma centre in Jaipur Rajasthan | Sambhar records highest rainfall; orange alert issued Maharashtra | Former Deputy Mayor's son dies after coconut tree falls on bike in Mira-Bhayandar Mumbai manhole death: Mayor announces ₹10 lakh relief for deceased's family July 03, 2026 15:54 Jharkhand | IMD forecasts rain in several areas from July 4The IMD forecasted light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds, with speeds of 40-50 kmph, across Jharkhand over the next four days.The weather office issued an ‘orange’ alert (be prepared) for isolated thunderstorms and lightning across all 24 districts on Saturday (July 4, 2026), followed by a ‘yellow’ alert (be updated) from July 6 to 8. According to the IMD bulletin, Latehar, Palamu, Chatra and Garhwa districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall on Sunday (July 5, 2026).On Monday (July 6, 2026), Hazaribag, Ramgarh, Latehar, Chatra and Ranchi districts are expected to witness heavy rain, while Khunti, Gumla, Simdega and West Singhbhum are likely to receive heavy showers on Tuesday (July 7, 2026).“Cloudy conditions are likely to prevail, with a possibility of light to moderate rainfall across the State, and heavy rain is expected at isolated places. There will be no significant change in the maximum temperature over the next five days,” the bulletin said.“We have issued an ‘orange’ alert for isolated thunderstorms and lightning across all 24 districts of the State for Saturday and a ‘yellow’ alert from July 6 to July 8. The wind speed will be up to 40-50 kmph,” IMD Ranchi Deputy Director Abhishek Anand said. - PTIJuly 03, 2026 15:47 Delhi | Government completes more than 90% of desilting of drains, say officials“The Delhi government has completed more than 90% of drain-desilting work across the city to reduce waterlogging problems during monsoon,” officials said on Friday (July 3, 2026).The Public Works Department (PWD), which is the biggest drain-owning agency in the national capital, has cleared more than 90% of its drain-desilting work across its three main zones. According to official figures, till July 2, 539.34 km in PWD’s East Zone, 603 km in the South Zone and 812 km in the North Zone, ie, around 1955 km of drains of the total 2123 km drainage network has been desilted. The PWD is responsible for the management of 2123 km of drainage network across the city, which is around 50% of the total drainage network of the city.“Our priority is to clean the drainage network and make it functio