Indian Meteorological Department News - Latest Updates & Headlines
As Gujarat sees slight cooling trend on weekend, hot and humid weather to persist in coastal districts
Ahmedabad, April 21: Ahmedabad and several parts of Gujarat experienced a slight drop in maximum temperatures on Sunday, providing much-needed relief after days of intense summer heat. However, hot and humid weather is expected to persist in coastal districts such as Surat, Diu, Daman, and Veraval on April 22, 23, and 24.
Delhi sees dust storm, trees fall in some areas
New Delhi, April 11: Several parts of Delhi witnessed a dust storm on Friday evening that led to trees falling in some areas and residents shutting windows to prevent dust from entering their houses.
Thunderstorms, light rains, duststorms likely in parts of Rajasthan today, tomorrow
Jaipur, April 11: The Indian Meteorological Department has predicted that there is a possibility of thunderstorms in northern and north-western parts of Rajasthan and possibility of dust storms in Jodhpur division, Bikaner division and other areas on Friday and Saturday .
IMD issues heatwave alerts for Rajasthan districts
Jaipur, April 9: As temperatures rise abnormally in several parts of Rajasthan, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in 20 districts on Wednesday.
MeT office forecasts rain for Tamil Nadu till April 13
Chennai, April 8: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast rainfall across Tamil Nadu until April 13, citing the formation of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal as the primary cause.
Severe heatwave grips Rajasthan; Barmer hottest at 45.6 degrees Celsius
Jaipur, April 7: Rajasthan is experiencing an intense heatwave, with Barmer and Jaisalmer emerging as the hottest regions.
TN to experience temperature surge, IMD issues heat advisory
Chennai, March 16: After a brief spell of rainfall, Tamil Nadu is set to experience a surge in temperatures, with the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) forecasting an increase of 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal until March 19.
Delhi's AQI drops to '85' after three years
New Delhi, March 15: Delhi on Saturday recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 85, which is the lowest in the last three years for the period from January 1 to March 15.
Temperature continues to rise in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, March 2: Temperature continues to rise in Odisha indicating a scorching heat wave in the coastal state ahead during the summer session this year.
IMD warns of hailstorm, thunderstorm in parts of Uttar Pradesh
New Delhi, March 1: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of a hailstorm and thunderstorm with moderate to heavy rainfall and lightning expected in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, within the next hour.
Delhi experiences light rain; AQI remains in 'moderate' category
New Delhi, March 1: The national capital experienced light rainfall on Saturday morning, with showers recorded in areas including India Gate, Teen Murti, and Central Secretariat. The Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the "moderate" category.
J-K: Village in Bandipora hit by snow avalanche, no casualities reported
Bandipora, February 27: A snow avalanche occurred in the Khandyal village of Gurez valley in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday afternoon. This affected many residential houses in the region. According to the officials, one house was damaged by the avalanche, but there was no immediate report of injuries or casualties.
Srinagar: Tourists embrace winter chill with shikara rides on Dal Lake amid freezing temperatures
Srinagar, February 7: Tourists in Srinagar embraced the winter chill as they explored the city's scenic beauty amid freezing temperatures on Friday.
Delhi's air quality remains in 'very poor' category, IMD predicts cloudy weather
New Delhi, Feb 3: Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 313 on Monday at 6 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Delhi's air quality plummets to 'very poor' category
New Delhi, Feb 2: The air quality in Delhi has significantly deteriorated, as the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) surged to 341 on Sunday at 6 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), falling into the 'very poor' category.
GRAP-3 curbs back in Delhi as air quality worsens
New Delhi, Jan 30: As the air quality in Delhi-NCR worsened and the Air Quality Index (AQI) touched 'Severe' levels on Wednesday, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) re-imposed Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from Thursday.
Kashmir in the grip of cold wave: Tourists enjoy chilly weather
Srinagar, January 28: A severe cold wave has taken hold of the Kashmir Valley, with temperatures plummeting below freezing. Residents and tourists alike are braving the sub-zero conditions, donning heavy layers of clothing and seeking warmth by bonfires.
J-K: Dal Lake shimmers in frost as cold wave grips Srinagar
Srinagar, January 20: On a crisp Monday morning, as the cold wave gripped Srinagar, the iconic Dal Lake stood as a breathtaking canvas, its surface glistening under a thin layer of frost.
Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, 41 trains delayed
New Delhi, Jan 19: Dense fog blanketed Delhi-NCR on Sunday, leading to significant disruptions in train schedules across multiple routes and challenging travel conditions for commuters.
GRAP stage-III curbs revoked amid improved air quality in Delhi
New Delhi, January 18: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has decided to revoke curbs under Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after a marked improvement in Delhi's air quality levels. The decision, announced on January 17, followed a review by the GRAP Sub-Committee, which observed a sustained 'improvement' in the Air Quality Index (AQI) from "Severe" to "Very Poor."
GRAP stage 4 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCR as air quality improves
New Delhi, January 16: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-IV measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) following a notable improvement in air quality.
Symbol of India's scientific journey: PM Modi applauds IMD on its 150th foundation day
New Delhi, January 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched 'Mission Mausam' initiated by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on its 150th foundation day. He said that IMD was a symbol of India's scientific journey since it has served crores of Indians for 150 years.
Symbol of India's scientific journey: PM Modi appaulads IMD on its 150th foundation day
New Delhi, January 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched 'Mission Mausam' initiated by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on its 150th foundation day. He said that IMD was a symbol of India's scientific journey since it has served crores of Indians for 150 years.
50 per cent increase in accuracy of weather forecasts: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, January 14: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that there has been a 50 per cent rise in the accuracy of weather forecasts since the last decade. He said that before Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power there were only a handful of radar networks, but the number has been doubled now to 39.
Tamil Nadu: Flight operations affected at Chennai Airport due to poor visibility
Chennai, January 13: Flight operations were affected at the Chennai International Airport due to poor visibility amid dense fog conditions in Tamil Nadu.
Cold wave: Schools in Bihar's Araria closed for classes up to 8 till January 12
Patna, Jan 9: Amid severe cold wave conditions, the authorities have suspended classes up to 8th standard in all schools of Bihar's Araria district till January 12.
IMD launches special webpage for weather updates for upcoming Mahakumbh Mela
Lucknow, January 3: Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Director Manish Ranalkar on Friday said that the IMD had launched a special webpage for the weather updates for the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela.