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Depression-induced heavy rainfall has worsened flooding in northern Odisha, affecting 9.40 lakh people. The state has evacuated 3.30 lakh residents and deployed rescue teams. Rising river levels may worsen flooding in Balasore, while IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall

Heavy rain brought relief from heat and humidity across Delhi-NCR on Monday, while the IMD forecast more light to very light showers through August 15. The wet spell has lowered temperatures but also triggered traffic congestion and waterlogging across several areas

Kerala is set for widespread rainfall over the next 48 hours, with the IMD issuing orange alerts for seven districts. Authorities have closed schools in affected areas, intensified disaster preparedness and warned of landslides, flooding and swell surge along parts of the coast

Heavy rain and gusty winds are forecast for Coimbatore, Theni, Tirunelveli and the Nilgiris on Thursday and Friday due to a weak atmospheric circulation. Moderate showers are expected across several Tamil Nadu districts through Sunday, including Chennai and adjoining areas

The IMD issued a red alert for eight Kerala districts as heavy rain continued to trigger flooding and rising river levels. Relief operations intensified, while the state announced aid for affected families and measures to restore documents lost in floods

Heavy rainfall lashed Kerala, with three IMD stations recording over 100 mm, prompting flood warnings in Pathanamthitta and holidays for educational institutions in several districts. Authorities intensified relief efforts as rising water levels threatened low-lying areas amid an active southwest monsoon

Eight people were killed, eight remain missing and 5,792 people have been moved to relief camps after heavy rains battered Kerala. Chief Minister V D Satheesan said relief operations continue, while authorities remain on alert despite improving weather conditions

Heavy rainfall in Karnataka killed three people in a landslide in Shivamogga, disrupted rail services in the Malnad region and boosted inflows into Cauvery basin reservoirs. Authorities issued weather warnings as rising river levels and flooding prompted evacuation advisories

The India Meteorological Department forecast below-normal rainfall across India during August and September, with rainfall likely below 94 per cent of the long-period average. It said July rainfall improved the seasonal deficit, though regional variations and extreme rainfall events persisted

The IMD has warned of intense monsoon activity over several Indian states, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and winds up to 80 kmph. Authorities have advised vigilance amid risks of flooding, landslides, waterlogging, power outages and travel disruptions

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board temporarily suspended the pilgrimage following an IMD warning of heavy rainfall and possible landslides. While hundreds of pilgrims were disappointed, many supported the decision, saying safety should take priority over the pilgrimage

Authorities temporarily suspended the Amarnath, Mata Vaishno Devi and Shiv Khori pilgrimages after the IMD forecast widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrim movement was halted from base camps as officials prioritised safety and awaited improved weather and route conditions

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi and Amarnath Yatras were temporarily suspended due to adverse weather in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities halted pilgrim movement from base camps as a precaution, assuring devotees that services will resume after weather and route safety assessments

Paddy farmers in Siddipet are struggling to begin cultivation due to empty reservoirs, depleted groundwater and poor rainfall. Delayed irrigation, low sowing coverage and erratic power supply have worsened the situation, forcing many farmers to spend more on repeated sowing and borewells.

The IMD forecast heavy rainfall across Odisha after a low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal. Puri received intense showers ahead of Rath Yatra, prompting a red alert, school closures, waterlogging management, and advisories for pilgrims and fishermen

The IMD issued a red alert for Wayanad and Kozhikode after intense rainfall and a landslide at the Kalladi tunnel project. One person died, seven were injured, seven remain missing, and evacuation and rescue operations continue amid persistent heavy rain

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned of 90 kmph winds, flooding and a possible cloudburst in Nashik as torrential rains continue. The state remains on high alert, with red alerts issued across several districts and disaster response measures intensified

The Maharashtra government ordered early closure of government offices and urged private firms to adopt work-from-home after the IMD issued a red alert for Mumbai. Authorities also released construction safety guidelines and advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel amid severe weather

The NDRF intensified rescue operations across rain-hit Maharashtra after landslides, flooding and transport disruptions. The Indian Navy remains on high alert, while authorities issued red alerts, urged people to avoid unnecessary travel, and warned of strong winds and continued heavy rainfall

The IMD issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad, forecasting extremely heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities warned of flooding, transport disruptions and landslides, while the BMC deployed emergency teams and urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel