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The Spices Board has confirmed a decline in cardamom production in Idukki due to the El Niño effect. IMD data shows that the district received only 492 mm of rainfall by July 14, significantly below the normal 1,096.6 mm during the monsoon season.

Peru's central bank ranks first globally in policy, but the country's economy ranks 60th out of 70 in competitiveness with a score of 43.33. Citi Research forecasts 2.9% economic growth this year and 3% in 2027.

The southwest monsoon covered the entire country a day later than normal, completing its advance on July 9. Despite recent widespread rain, the July rainfall forecast remains below normal, though the seasonal deficit is improving.

Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra’s Satara district recorded 513 mm of rainfall on 6th July, the highest 24-hour rainfall ever documented by the IMD. This amount constitutes nearly one-tenth of the hill station’s average annual rainfall of 5,710 mm.

The Kollam district administration has prohibited fishing until July 7 due to an IMD forecast predicting squally weather and strong winds along the Kerala coast.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts light to moderate rain in Hyderabad on June 23, potentially accompanied by gusty winds. Roads and low-lying areas may experience waterlogging due to the rainfall.

Heavy overnight rain and flooding are disrupting life in the Western part of Hyderabad. The IMD has issued an Orange alert for Mumbai, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and rainfall.

India is facing a 41% rainfall deficit as the southwest monsoon stalls over Maharashtra. Regional rainfall deficits include 67% in central India, 42% in east and northeast India, 22% in the southern peninsula, and 6% in northwest India.

Rain brought respite and lower temperatures to Vizag, with downpours causing traffic issues due to waterlogging. The IMD forecasts light to moderate rain or thundershowers in North Coastal Andhra for the next three days.

The Southwest monsoon has arrived in Andhra Pradesh, with favorable conditions for its further advance in the next three to four days. Pedaparupudi in Krishna and Kanigiri in Markapuram districts recorded the highest temperature of 44°C, prompting a heatwave alert for coastal Andhra Pradesh on June 7 and 8.