India Meteorological Department
Coverage of India Meteorological Department in the Nexus archive.
- IMD issues red alert for Wayanad, Kozhikode districts in Kerala warning of extreme heavy rain on Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Wayanad and Kozhikode districts in Kerala, warning of extreme heavy rain. The Wayanad region received 265 mm of rainfall in 24 hours ending July 7, 2026, classified as extremely heavy by IMD.
- 5 children among 6 killed in Mumbai building collapse as torrential rain batters city
Five children were among six killed when a dilapidated building collapsed in Mumbai during heavy monsoon rains. The city faces flooding, school closures, and a red alert for continued heavy rain and strong winds, with officials warning of risks from falling trees and branches.
- 6 killed in Mumbai building collapse as monsoon rains batter India
Six people, including five children, were killed when a dilapidated residential building collapsed in Mumbai due to heavy monsoon rains. The incident occurred in the city's east, trapping residents under debris as flooding paralyzed parts of the financial capital.
- IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad; urges people to avoid non-essential travel
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, urging people to avoid non-essential travel. The warning was upgraded from 'orange' to 'red' due to changes in weather conditions observed by the MeT office.
- Heavy Mumbai rains: Airport runway operations halted for an hour; one dead in treefall at Kurla
Heavy rains in Mumbai caused airport runway operations to halt for an hour and resulted in one death from a tree fall in Kurla. The India Meteorological Department issued a 'red' alert for extremely heavy rain, with some areas recording over 300 mm of rainfall in 24 hours.
- Mumbai continues to be on red alert, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus waterlogged
Mumbai remains under red alert with Lokmanya Tilak Terminus experiencing waterlogging due to ongoing rains. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that there is no immediate relief from the rain.
- Monsoon tracker July 5 LIVE: IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, Raigad over next three hours amid heavy rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and Raigad due to heavy rainfall. In Rajasthan, three people were injured when hotel rooftop solar panels fell during a storm and heavy rain in Jaisalmer.
- Railway ministry postpones formal launch of bullet train tunneling work amid Mumbai rains
The Indian Railway ministry has postponed the formal launch of bullet train tunneling work in Mumbai due to ongoing heavy rains and weather alerts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued 'red' and 'orange' alerts for the next few days, affecting the project's timeline.
- West Bengal: IMD issues red alert for heavy rains as low pressure develops over Bay of Bengal
The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for heavy rains in South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur districts of West Bengal due to a developing low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. The weather system is moving closer to the West Bengal-Odisha coast.
- Monsoon tracker LIVE: Orange alert issued for Mumbai, Thane; IMD warns of intense rain
An orange alert was issued for Mumbai and Thane as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of intense rain. Services on the Harbour line, connecting Navi Mumbai with parts of Mumbai, were disrupted due to a snapped overhead wire.
- IMD forecasts below-normal rain in July for A.P.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts below-normal rainfall in July for Andhra Pradesh. This prediction could impact the region's agricultural and water management plans.
- Monthly average rainfall over India expected to be below normal in July: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts July's average rainfall over India will be 94% of the long-period average (LPA), which is 280.4 mm. This indicates slightly below-normal rainfall for the month.
- Monsoon intensifies across Maharashtra, Mumbai braces for heavy rain
The monsoon has intensified in Maharashtra, with Mumbai preparing for heavy rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for multiple districts, and airlines have warned passengers about potential flight disruptions in Mumbai and Dharamshala.
- Monsoon tracker LIVE: IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms for Mumbai
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for Mumbai, with generally cloudy skies and isolated lightning. The forecast indicates potential weather disruptions in the region.
- Monsoon fury batters Arunachal; IAF rescues stranded people, flood toll at three
Heavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms are battering Arunachal Pradesh, leading to three flood-related deaths. The Indian Air Force is conducting rescue operations for stranded individuals, and the India Meteorological Department has warned of continued severe weather in East Siang and neighboring districts.
- Monsoon tracker LIVE: Three dead in Arunachal floods; IMD says monsoon in north India may arrive in 5-6 days
Three people died in floods in Arunachal Pradesh, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts monsoon arrival in north India within 5-6 days. Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm was recorded in Mumbai's suburbs on June 28.
- IMD says wait for monsoon may be over in 5-6 days even as Delhi, Uttar Pradesh reel under heat
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported favorable conditions for the southwest monsoon to advance into parts of the North Arabian Sea, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand within the next 2-3 days. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are currently experiencing heatwaves, but the IMD suggests the monsoon delay may end in 5-6 days.
- Rain: IMD issues orange alert for two districts in Kerala on June 29
The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for two districts in Kerala on June 29, while the remaining districts are under a yellow alert.
- Heavy downpour in Mumbai, IMD issued Orange alert
Heavy downpour in Mumbai as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange alert. The IMD forecasted moderate to intense rain in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Palghar, and Sindhudurg.
- IMD forecasts a wet weekend for Andhra Pradesh
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a wet weekend for Andhra Pradesh, predicting increased rainfall over the next two days. Residents are advised to take precautions due to the anticipated weather conditions.
- Monsoon advances in Maharashtra; IMD forecasts rain until June 26
The monsoon is advancing in Maharashtra, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting rain until June 26. Madhya Maharashtra will experience thunderstorms, lightning, winds, and moderate to heavy rainfall during this period.
- Monsoon delayed: Goa left with one month’s drinking water supply
Goa is left with only one month's drinking water supply due to a delayed monsoon. The India Meteorological Department predicts rainfall activities will resume in the state by next weekend.
- Patchy rainfall across Karnataka; 35% deficit in southwest monsoon
Karnataka is experiencing patchy rainfall during the southwest monsoon season, with a 35% deficit in average rainfall. The India Meteorological Department has indicated that the state's monsoon rainfall is likely to remain below normal.
- IMD issues orange alert for Ernakulam, Thrissur
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Ernakulam and Thrissur, indicating a high risk of severe weather in these regions.
- Cloudy skies, gusty winds over Visakhapatnam; IMD forecasts thunderstorms
Visakhapatnam experienced cloudy skies and gusty winds with the India Meteorological Department forecasting thunderstorms. Lightning and winds of 40 to 50 kmph were warned at isolated places, with temperatures reaching 39.9 degrees Celsius.
- Kerala rains: IMD issues orange alert for Kozhikode, yellow alert in six districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Kozhikode and a yellow alert in six districts in Kerala due to heavy rains.
- Monsoon 2026 LIVE: IMD issues red alert for thunderstorms, lightning in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for thunderstorms and lightning in Delhi during Monsoon 2026. Heavy rains in Hyderabad disrupted flight operations at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
- Kerala rains: IMD issues orange alert in 2 districts; predicts thunderstorms, strong winds across State
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in two districts of Kerala, predicting thunderstorms and strong winds. Heavy rains and strong winds caused waterlogging and prompted evacuations in northern parts of the state.
- Monsoon likely to enter north Bengal in three-four days, says IMD
The monsoon is expected to reach north Bengal in three to four days, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Heavy rainfall is forecasted in sub-Himalayan districts including Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar over the next two days.
- Despite new technologies, IMD continues to rely on weather balloons
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) continues to use twice-daily weather balloon launches at its Thiruvananthapuram center to gather essential atmospheric data for weather forecasting, despite advancements in technology.
- In pictures: North India braces for heatwaves as temperatures cross 40C
India's weather department has issued heatwave warnings in parts of northern India as temperatures exceed 40°C, prompting public health and safety concerns.