Not just El Nino: What else is holding back India's monsoon?India's monsoon has slowed significantly. A weak surge from the Arabian Sea and missing weather systems are causing a rainfall deficit. Thi...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
Indian soybean acreage expected to rise on higher prices, weak monsoon outlookIndian farmers are planting more soybeans this year. Higher prices for soybeans are making them more profitable than corn. Forecasts of les...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
El Niño is here, but can the Indian Ocean Dipole save India's monsoon?El Niño conditions have developed in the Pacific Ocean. This weather pattern often leads to less rain and hotter temperatures in India. Far...
14 Jun, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contractionIndian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultura...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
What is El Niño and how does it affect India? Could it bring a drought-like monsoon and higher grocery bills?El Niño conditions are now active in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, raising concerns for India's monsoon. Warmer Pacific waters disrupt weat...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Heat, humidity of India's monsoon could extend summer heat stress as climate warms: Recent StudyIndia faces a growing threat of extreme heat stress. A recent study reveals that with a 2-degree Celsius global warming, the monsoon season...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
India inflation likely rose to 4% in May as food, fuel costs climbIndia's inflation likely climbed to the Reserve Bank of India's 4% target in May, driven by rising vegetable prices and increased fuel cost...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
India's magical Valley reopens again for visitors, but only for a few months. Trekking, a UNESCO site, rare flowers and Himalayan views. How to reach, nearby attractionsThe Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand has opened its gates for tourists. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its colorful alpine b...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Kerala Monsoon Delay Reason: Why is the Southwest Monsoon late? What IMD is forecastingIndia's southwest monsoon is delayed, with official onset expected after June 5-6. While Kerala has seen some rain, the India Meteorologica...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
A ₹3 lakh crore rain check? India’s monsoon now comes with a Hormuz fine printIndia’s fertiliser supply chain is under strain as the West Asia conflict disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route ...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
RBI MPC meet: Central bank likely to maintain status quo on rates, adopt cautious approach amid West Asia crisisExperts anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will maintain its key policy rate at 5.25 percent this week. The central bank is expected to a...
31 May, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
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30 May, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Resilient Indian economy may face West Asia headwinds; El Nino impact likely on agri output: RBIAs energy prices surge and supply chain disruptions persist, India's economic landscape is indeed testing its resilience; yet, robust finan...
29 May, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
IndiGo, Air India cut flights as fuel costs bite; fares set to riseIndiGo and Air India are reducing domestic flights from June to August. Higher jet fuel prices are impacting operations. This will likely l...
28 May, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
India’s scorching nights strain power grid and threaten healthIndia faces a dual threat from dangerously hot summers and increasingly sweltering nights, exacerbated by global warming and urban heat isl...
26 May, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Nautapa returns: India braces for ‘nine burning days’ amid Super El Nino heatIndia braces for Nautapa, the peak of summer heat. Intense heatwaves are expected from May 25 to June 2. This period coincides with a stron...
25 May, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST