IMD Downgrades 2026 Monsoon Forecast

By BPN News Desk
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India is facing the risk of a weak monsoon season after the India Meteorological Department downgraded its rainfall forecast for 2026. The latest outlook projects southwest monsoon rainfall at around 90% of the long-period average, raising concerns over agriculture, food prices and water
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Pakistan Monsoon Rains Kill Over 160 in a Day

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Torrential monsoon rains have unleashed devastating floods and landslides across northern and northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 160 people within 24 hours, with the toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue. Overnight Devastation Officials confirmed that 157 people died in Buner district alone, making it the hardest-hit area. In a tragic turn, a rescue […]
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PM Modi Holds Key Meet Ahead of Monsoon Session

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting with top cabinet ministers ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. The meeting, held inside the Parliament complex, included senior leaders such as Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP President J.P. Nadda, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. The discussions focused on
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IMD Forecasts Above‑Normal July Monsoon: Farmers and Cities on Alert

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued its July monsoon outlook, forecasting above‑normal rainfall expected to exceed 106% of the long‑period average. This buoyant projection builds on an early and vigorous monsoon onset—nearly nine days ahead of schedule—that has already driven record kharif sowing and brought relief from heatwaves. Monsoon Outlook for July