Western Disturbance News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Storm uproots trees in Dharamshala; disrupts traffic, power supply
Dharamshala, April 17: Amid heavy rain and a hailstorm alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), strong winds struck Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday night, uprooting trees in Dharamshala and nearby areas. Several regions also faced power outages as trees fell on power lines.
Storm uproots trees across Shimla, blocks roads
Shimla, April 17: A sudden storm accompanied by strong winds and light rainfall swept across various parts of Himachal Pradesh late Wednesday night, causing damage at multiple locations. In the state capital, Shimla, several uprooted trees led to road blockages, and locals are facing difficulty.
Rain, gusty winds lash parts of Punjab and Himachal; IMD issues orange alert for hill districts
New Delhi, April 17: Rain and thunderstorm lashed parts of Punjab's Amritsar and Shimla in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday night, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting continued unsettled weather across both cities and multiple districts in Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal to receive fresh spell of rainfall between April 18-21: IMD HP
Shimla, April 16: The Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall in various parts of Himachal Pradesh between April 18 and April 21.
Weather turmoil set to sweep across MP, warning for farm community
Bhopal, April 14: Several districts across Madhya Pradesh are bracing for unseasonal weather conditions, characterised by thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hailstorms.
With light rain and thunderstorm weather turns pleasant bring respite to Delhi-NCR
New Delhi, April 10: After a week of scorching heat, the Delhi-NCR region got some respite after the sky turned cloudy, accompanied by thunderstorms and light rainfall, turning the weather pleasant.
Rain, hailstorm change weather in Jaipur, Churu and Sri Ganganagar
Jaipur, March 14: Rajasthan witnessed a sudden change in weather on Friday evening, with Jaipur, Churu, and Sri Ganganagar experiencing rain and hailstorm. In Churu, hail accompanied the rain, covering the ground with a white layer.
Himachal Pradesh: Lahaul and Spiti covered in white after heavy snowfall
Shimla, March 4: Lahaul and Spiti district got covered in a thick blanket of snow after the region received heavy snowfall on Monday.
Heavy rain and snowfall lash Himachal Pradesh, more expected after March 3: IMD
Shimla, March 1: The north Indian hill state of Himachal Pradesh has been experiencing heavy rainfall and snowfall over the past two days, with many areas receiving intense precipitation.
Heavy snowfall hits Himachal Pradesh; Lahaul & Spiti severely affected
Shimla, March 1: Heavy snowfall has severely affected areas in Lahaul and Spiti areas with roads blocked and vehicles covered under thick layers of snow.
Himachal Pradesh: Flash floods and landslides cause chaos in Kullu
Kullu, March 1: Many vehicles were swept away or trapped in sludge following flash floods triggered by incessant torrential rain in lower areas of the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. The rain has also triggered landslides in several parts.
Winter's last kick: Hailstorm in Jhunjhunu districts blankets fields with layer of white
Jaipur, March 1: The return of winter in the last week of February extended its impact into the first day of March. On Saturday morning a hailstorm in several areas of Khetri and Tijara districts of Jhunjhunu blanketed fields with a layer of white.
Orange alert in four districts of Himachal Pradesh; IMD issues alert for rain, snow
New Delhi, February 26: The Meteorological Department has forecast rain and snowfall across Himachal Pradesh for the next three days. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for four districts in the state on February 27. Senior Scientist of the Shimla-based IMD, Sandeep Kumar Sharma, said that following a western disturbance, "rain and snow activity is increasing in Himachal Pradesh."
J&K braces for heavy rain/snowfall for next 3 days
Srinagar, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir braced for heavy rain/snow as the MET department issued an advisory on Tuesday cautioning the authorities of inclement weather for three days.
Yellow warning issued as MeT forecasts rain, snow in J&K
Srinagar, Feb 24: Widespread rain and snow are expected in Jammu and Kashmir beginning Tuesday, predicted the J&K Meteorological (MeT) department on Monday.
Western disturbance brings snowfall to upper Himachal, more expected on 26th: IMD
Shimla, February 20: Himachal Pradesh has witnessed widespread snowfall and rain in the past 24 hours, particularly in the higher-altitude regions. The districts of Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and Shimla, along with the higher mountain areas of Chamba, received fresh snowfall. Additionally, snowfall was recorded in the Dhauladhar range of Kangra, the upper reaches of Mandi, and the Churdhar region in Sirmaur.
Met dept forecasts light rains as mercury starts soaring in Rajasthan
Jaipur, Feb 15: At a time when the mercury continues to soar in Rajasthan, the met department has forecast cloud cover and light rains in some areas of Jaipur, Bikaner and Bharatpur divisions, that will delay the onset of a blazing summer for a bit.
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.
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.
Weather department predicts rain in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur, Jan 29: Even as the spring season is expected in the next few days, the Meteorological (MeT) Department here on Wednesday said rain is likely to occur in parts of Rajasthan next week.
Fog condition prevails in North India, Prayagraj &; Ayodhya under dense fog
New Delhi, January 21: A layer of fog covered Delhi on the morning of Tuesday, January 21, reducing visibility which led to disruption in train services. As per the IMD, the minimum temperature for today is 11°C with a forecast of moderate fog.
MeT department issues yellow alert for rain, fog in Rajasthan
Jaipur, Jan 20: The Meteorological (MeT) Department on Monday warned of a new western disturbance which will become active in Rajasthan within the next 48 hours.
J-K: IMD predicts rain, snowfall in coming 5 days as Bandipora receives fresh snowfall
Bandipora, January 19: Rain and snowfall are expected in Jammu and Kashmir in the coming five days due to two western disturbances, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.
Dense fog in Delhi-NCR parts, train services disrupted
New Delhi, Jan 17: Delhi's air quality saw a significant improvement on Friday morning, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 294, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). However, the national capital and surrounding cities continued to witness dense fog, which caused delays in train services.
IMD issues Orange alert till January 17 for Prayagraj, possibility of rain, fog in Kumbh Mela
New Delhi, January 16: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Prayagraj for today and tomorrow where the Kumbh Mela is currently going on. IMD Scientist Soma Sen Roy said that there is a possibility of rain and fog conditions in the Kumbh Mela area on Thursday and Friday.
Cold wave intensifies in Jaipur as heavy rain lashes Pink City
Jaipur, Jan 15: The residents of capital city of Rajasthan experiencing the cold days of the winter season experienced more shivers on Wednesday as heavy rain brought the mercury down, intensifying the cold wave, besides spelling trouble for the commuters and pedestrians who ran for cover.
MeT department warns of hailstorms, rain in Rajasthan parts
Jaipur, Jan 13: The Meteorological (MeT) Department on Monday warned of a new western disturbance which will reach Rajasthan on Tuesday, bringing a likelihood of rain and hailstorms in districts like Bikaner, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, and Kota on January 14 and 15.
Delhi's air quality improves, Stage-III GRAP measures revoked
New Delhi, January 12: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-III measures under the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), following an improvement in Delhi's air quality.
Rain lashes part of Rajasthan, more in store today
Jaipur, Jan 11: Rain lashed parts of Rajasthan on Saturday, intensifying the chill in the air, the weather office said.
IMD warns of rain, hailstorm in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur, Jan 10: The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain and hailstorms in around 15 districts of Rajasthan on Friday.
Rajasthan: Minimum temperature rises to 3.3°C from 1.1°C, rain and hailstorm alert issued
Jaipur, Jan 9: After enduring a severe cold wave over the past few days, Rajasthan experienced a slight respite as minimum temperatures rose across many regions.