India Meteorological Department News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Heatwave intensifies in Bihar, IMD issues yellow alert for 31 districts
Patna, April 22: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 31 districts as hot weather conditions continue to rise in Bihar.
Delhi Airport issues advisory on potential flight delays amid changing wind patterns
New Delhi, April 18: The Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi has issued a public advisory cautioning passengers about possible flight delays on Friday afternoon due to shifting wind patterns in its surrounding areas.
2025 Southwest Monsoon likely to be above normal, says IMD's Long Range Forecast
New Delhi, April 15: The seasonal rainfall during the Southwest Monsoon (June to September) over the country as a whole this year is most likely to be above normal, at over 104 per cent of the Long Period Average (LPA), the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Tuesday.
Delhi's power demand hits season's highest at 5090 MW: Officials
New Delhi, April 9: Power demand in Delhi touched 5090 megawatts (MW) at 12:31 PM on Wednesday, the highest so far this season, officials said. The demand is expected to rise further later in the day.
Seven killed in separate lightning strikes in Bihar in 24 hours
Patna, April 9: At least seven people lost their lives in separate lightning strike incidents triggered by heavy rains in Bihar's Madhubani and Begusarai districts over the past 24 hours, officials said.
Tourists from Kerala, Gujarat struggle with severe heatwave in Delhi
New Delhi, April 7: The soaring temperatures in Delhi are making it difficult for both residents and tourists with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for a heatwave in the city from April 7 to 9, with maximum temperatures expected to reach between 40 and 42 degrees Celsius on April 7 and 8, and around 41 degrees Celsius thereafter.
IMD warns of double heatwave days in Northwest India this Summer
New Delhi, March 26: Brace for a hotter-than-usual summer, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted nearly double the number of heatwave days across Northwest India.
Ministry of Ayush launches sensitisation drive public health regarding heatwave
New Delhi, March 20: Amid the rising temperatures, the Ministry of Ayush on Thursday initiated a nationwide sensitisation drive to spread awareness about preventive measures against heatwaves.
Heatwave: Orange alert for five Telangana districts
Hyderabad, March 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Telangana for the next two days with the maximum temperature in at least five districts likely to soar to 41-44 degrees Celsius.
IMD predicts light to moderate rain in parts of Haryana, UP in next 2 hrs
New Delhi, February 20: India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain in different parts of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the next two hours.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurates India's first 'Open-Air Art Wall Museum' at Mausam Bhawan
New Delhi, February 19: Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated India's first 'Open Air Art Wall Museum' at Mausam Bhawan in the national capital on Tuesday, depicting and celebrating the 150-year milestone journey of the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
J-K: Cold wave continues as Srinagar records minimum temperature of 2.0 degrees Celsius on Tuesday
Srinagar, February 18: The cold wave continued in Jammu and Kashmir's capital, Srinagar, as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 2.0 degrees Celsius on Tuesday morning, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
J-K: Cold wave persists in Srinagar as temperature drops to 0 degrees
Srinagar, February 15: The cold wave continued in Jammu and Kashmir's capital, Srinagar, as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 0 degrees Celsius on Saturday, while the maximum temperature reached 13 degrees Celsius. Several other towns in the Kashmir Valley experienced similar weather conditions.
Winter chill grips Jammu and Kashmir; Srinagar sees 4.6 degree Celsius, tourists flock to Dal Lake
Srinagar, February 11: Winter chill continues to grip Jammu and Kashmir as Srinagar and several other towns experience inclement weather.
Western disturbance cause temperature drop in North India: IMD
New Delhi, February 6: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said that a western disturbance currently positioned over North Pakistan and its associated trough has led to a significant temperature drop across North India.
Cold wave prevails in Srinagar; snowfall enhances beauty in Doda, Shimla
Srinagar, February 6: Winter chill continues to grip Srinagar, as the city recorded a minimum temperature of -2.0 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 14.0 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Dense fog hovers over Punjab and Haryana while Delhi air remains 'poor'
New Delhi, February 4: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for dense fog at isolated places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and western Uttar Pradesh.
Light rainfall graces Delhi-NCR, brings down temperature, improves AQI
New Delhi, Feb 4: Delhi-NCR woke up to light rainfall on Tuesday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting that showers will continue throughout the day.
Dense fog envelops Delhi, as cold conditions prevail
New Delhi, February 2: Dense fog covered the national capital on Sunday morning affecting visibility.
Dense fog engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'very poor'
New Delhi, February 1: Dense fog engulfed New Delhi early on Saturday morning accompanied by cold winds. The fog affected visibility in the national capital.
Thick fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, disrupting flight, train operations amid poor air quality
New Delhi, Feb 1: Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to thick blankets of fog on Saturday morning, causing near-zero visibility on the roads and disrupting normal life.
Farmers alerted as Gujarat braces for rainfall from Feb 2-4
Gandhinagar, Jan 31: As the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light, scattered rainfall in parts of Gujarat between February 2 to 4, the Gujarat Directorate of Agriculture has urged farmers to take necessary precautions to protect their crops from potential damage.
Fog engulfs Delhi as mercury dips to 10.8 °C
New Delhi, January 31: A layer of fog covered the National Capital on Friday as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 10.8 degrees Celsius at 5:30 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
J-K: Snow clearance operation underway from Sonamarg to Ranga Morh
Sonamarg, January 30: In a move to ensure safe passage amidst the snowfall and inclement weather conditions in Sonamarg, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has initiated snow clearance operations to enhance traffic flow in the area.
Delhi's air quality in 'very poor' category; IMD predicts rain on Feb 3
New Delhi, January 30: The national capital witnessed a thin layer of fog on Thursday morning while the AQI stood at 381 at 8 am.
Delhi records minimum temperature of 7.6°C, AQI in 'very poor' category
New Delhi, January 29: Delhi on Wednesday recorded a minimum temperature of 7.6 degrees Celsius at 5:30 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Fog blankets Odisha, impacts visibility in several districts
Bhubaneswar, January 28: Fog enveloped several parts of Odisha on Tuesday morning, leading to low visibility in several areas of the state.
North India battles cold wave, Delhi records lowest temperature in four days
New Delhi, January 28: Delhi recorded a dip in the temperature along with chilly winds on Tuesday morning as compared to the past few days.
Delhi: People take refuge in night shelters as mercury dips; foggy conditions to persist
New Delhi, January 27: As temperatures in Delhi plummeted on Monday, hundreds of vulnerable people have sought refuge in night shelter homes across the national capital. With the cold wave intensifying, these shelters are witnessing an influx of individuals and families in need of warmth and protection from the biting chill.
Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' category
New Delhi, Jan 27: After two days of moderate air quality, the air quality in the national capital has again deteriorated, falling into the 'poor' category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 6 am on Monday was recorded at 242.
Delhi's air quality improves from 'poor' to 'moderate'
New Delhi, January 25: The air quality in Delhi on Saturday at 8 am was recorded in the "moderate" category, with a reading of 191, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
IMD tableau to make debut in R-Day parade, will reflect 150 years of service
New Delhi, Jan 23: A tableau from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) will make its debut at this year's Republic Day parade, marking 150 years of service since the department's establishment in 1875.
Delhi wakes up to light rain amid 'poor' air quality; IMD predicts more showers
New Delhi, Jan 23: Delhi woke up to light rain amid 'poor' air quality on Thursday morning with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 262 recorded at 6 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Foggy weather disrupts flight, train services in Delhi
New Delhi, January 22: Foggy weather disrupted train and flight services in Delhi on Wednesday.
Delhi's air quality remains 'poor', foggy weather disrupts trains, flights
New Delhi, Jan 22: Delhi’s air quality remains in the ‘poor’ category for the second consecutive day this week, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 264 recorded at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Additionally, foggy weather has significantly disrupted transportation services.
Delhi wakes up to 'poor' air quality, IMD forecasts cloudy skies
New Delhi, Jan 21: Delhi woke up to poor air quality on Tuesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 319 at 6 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Cold wave continues in Jammu and Kashmir; Doda receives spell of snowfall
Srinagar, January 19: As Jammu and Kashmir experiences 'Chillai Kalan,' a 40-day period of harsh winter, the Bhalessa area of Doda transformed into a winter wonderland following a fresh spell of snowfall.
Fog disrupts flight, train services in Delhi; AQI improves
New Delhi, January 18: A layer of fog enveloped Delhi on Saturday morning, reducing visibility and disrupting traffic movement. Other parts of North India also witnessed dense fog condition this morning.
Jitendra Singh visits oldest meteorology centre in Shimla set up in 1875
Shimla, Jan 17: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Friday visited the country's oldest meteorological centre in Himachal Pradesh capital, located in the geo-sensitive Himalayan region, spotlighting the institution's historic role and commitment to advancing weather forecasting.
IMD completes 150 years: Union Minister Jitendra Singh highlights milestones, future plans at Shimla centre
Shimla, January 17: At the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, which was among the few initial centres established in 1875, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Earth Sciences Jitendra Singh discussed the journey undertaken by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). He was here on a visit for one day.