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Despite 51% rainfall deficit, AP sustains kharif cultivation through advance planning: Atchannaidu

The Minister said Andhra Pradesh received only 192.8 mm of rainfall between the first week of June and August 25, against the normal 393.7 mm, recording a deficit of 51%. Despite the adverse conditions, kharif crops had been raised in 20.35 lakh hectares, he said.

NDMC apologises for waterlogging after ‘unexpected’ heavy rainfall in Delhi

NDMC Chairperson Manoj Kumar Dwivedi said more than 72 mm rainfall was recorded in less than two hours on August 25

Heavy rainfall forecast in five Telangana districts on August 24

Japan’s hotter summers trigger heavier rainfall, too

The torrential rain experienced by Chiba Prefecture earlier this month was one example of extreme precipitation events caused by warming.

Andhra Pradesh adopts four-pronged strategy to support agriculture amid 51% rainfall deficit

With agriculture supporting nearly 62% of the State’s population, protecting farmers and rural livelihoods has become a key priority, says Agriculture Director Manazir Jeelani Samoon

Rainfall records fall for August across SA, swift water rescue underway

How atmospheric dryness limits increases in typhoon rainfall

Under global warming, scientists have widely expected tropical cyclones (including typhoons and hurricanes) to bring more intense and frequent rainfall. The underlying physics seems intuitive: Rising temperatures allow the atmosphere to hold more moisture, which, combined with in

The 'Rock of Starvation' reappears as drought tightens its grip on the Danube

The reappearance of Budapest's "Rock of Starvation" is a visible sign of a drought months in the making. IIASA researchers have traced its progression from missing rainfall and parched soils to exceptionally low flows across the Danube basin.

What live sewage spill data does (and doesn't) tell us about water pollution

During periods of heavy rainfall, pipes known as storm overflows aim to prevent excess water from overflowing into the sewage system. But this is not always the case.

Panama Canal to cut number of ships passing through due to El Niño

The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision.

Weather tracker: Warm Yellow Sea strengthens storms in South Korea

More than 200mm of rain forecast in parts of South Korea, while parts of southern Europe to be 10C above average South Korea’s prime minister, Han Seong-sook, met officials to prepare for heavy rain expected this week, with rainfall totals across central and northern parts of the

US: Deadly flash flood hits Grand Canyon

Arizona's Grand Canyon received rainfall of up to 1 inch triggering a flash flood which forced more than 60 people to evacuate. At least one person has died, with over a dozen missing.

El Niño leaves Telangana 38% rain-deficient in August 2026

Rainfall deficit was sharper across Telangana’s major urban areas — Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) and Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation (MMC)

Nepal issues fresh flood warning as 3,000 still missing

Rescuers are trying to reach dozens of hydropower workers trapped in flooded tunnels, but have been hampered by further rainfall.

Tropical Storm Dolly downgraded to ‘open tropical wave’ as it heads to Caribbean

Remnants from tropical storm could cause heavy rainfall on Leeward Islands and affect Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Hispaniola Remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly, which has been downgraded to an “open tropical wave”, were moving still across the Atlantic Ocean toward the Leeward

Agriculture activity picked up in Parvatipuram-Manyam district

Many rivers such as Nagavalli, Suvarnamukhi, Vegavathi and Gomukhi which pass through hilly and plain regions are being seen with decent amounts of rainfall in their catchment areas

Dharashiv MP pushes for crop loss survey and compensation for farmers in Marathwada region

The Marathwada region has faced a rainfall deficit since June 1. The region has so far received 381 mm (77%) average rainfall in all eight districts against the expected 498.8 mm.

Weather tracker: More extreme rain in Japan and a tornado in France

Flash flooding and mudslides in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, while convective storms hit western Europe After an “unprecedented” deluge in Chiba in mid-August, Japan has experienced further extreme rainfall in recent days.

Seven low-pressure systems, but little rain relief for Andhra Pradesh

State faces a 51.2% monsoon deficit as the systems bring only localised rainfall, raising concerns over the impact on farmers

102 taluks to be declared drought-hit after discussion in next Cabinet meeting

Parameshwara says the current rainfall deficiency in Karnataka is among the four worst recorded since 1976

Rain to return this week with chance of thunderstorms and flooding

Some much-needed rainfall is forecast through the coming week and will be welcome for places that have seen exceptionally dry and hot weather for much of the summer.

Heavy rains affect normal life in Jammu, house collapses in city

Several parts of Jammu, including Tallab Tillo, Bagwati Nagar, Krishna Nagar and Canal Road, witnessed extensive waterlogging following the rainfall, with rainwater entering houses and shops