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IMD's region-wise departure rainfall map shows that rainfall deficits in central India, east and northeast India, the southern peninsula, and northwest India stand at 67%, 42%, 22%, and 6%, respectively
Updated - June 19, 2026 12:44 pm IST
Commuters move during rain in Secunderabad on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
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With the southwest monsoon stalled over southern Maharashtra, India is facing a nationwide rainfall deficit of 41% between June 4 and June 18, according to the latest India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. The country has received just 42.6 mm of rainfall against the normal 72.2 mm during the above-mentioned period.
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The weather department said on Thursday (June 18, 2026) that “the absence of favourable large-scale meteorological conditions” was the key reason why the southwest monsoon has failed to advance further into the remaining parts of Maharashtra in the past few days. The IMD on Thursday (June 18) forecast heavy to very heavy rain in the sub-Himalayan districts of West Bengal for the next one week, though precipitation has largely eluded the southern districts despite the monsoon having officially entered the region.
While a rainfall deficit in June, the first of the monsoon months, is not unusual, it assumes additional significance in a year that forecasters globally have warned will likely be a ‘Super El Niño’ year.
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June 19, 2026 12:44
Ensure no flooding due to construction of bridge over Uppanar, residents demand
People living in several residential areas close to Uppanar drain in Orleanpet constituency are demanding more efforts to ensure the construction of road overbridge over the drain does not cause anymore flooding in their locality during rains.
Their concerns over flooding arise from their experience during a few hours of rain that lashed Puducherry in the first week of May. The heavy rain resulted in water entering the residential areas, such as Goubert Nagar, Kennedy Nagar, Poonkulam, Anthoniyar Koil Street, Vanjinathan Street, Kamarajar Street and Subramanian Street in Orleanpet constituency. The most-affected were the residents of Goubert Nagar and Kennedy Nagar as rainwater entered several houses in the locality.
Ensure no flooding due to construction of bridge over Uppanar, residents demand
Residents near Uppanar demand flood prevention measures during bridge construction, citing recent rain-related flooding concerns in Puducherry.
June 19, 2026 12:43
Replug: Slow-moving monsoon, weak cloud cover behind June heatwave in Telangana
A week after widespread showers brought respite to Telangana including in Hyderabad, the State is once again grappling with intense heat, with several districts recording heatwave conditions even in the third week of June.
“The reason lies in an unusually sluggish southwest monsoon and lack of widespread cloud cover that typically shields the State from summer temperatures,” said GNRS Srinivas, Senior Meteorologist at IMD Centre Hyderabad. He further added that the southwest monsoon entered Telangana on June 8, but its advance has been much slower than usual. Typically, the system covers the entire State within two to three days after entering southern Telangana. This year, nearly ten days after onset, only around half of the State has come under its influence.
Slow-moving monsoon, weak cloud cover behind June heatwave in Telangana
June 19, 2026 10:26
Replug: Explained | Shifting monsoon patterns
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that the monsoon has begun to retreat from Rajasthan.
Explained | Shifting monsoon patterns
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June 19, 2026 10:23
Mumbai residents sleep on Versova beach to escape extreme heat
As heat and increasing humidity grip Mumbai, several residents, mostly slum dwellers, have started spending their nights on the shores of Versova beach to get some relief from the conditions of their densely packed homes.
Most residents live in settlements near the Versova shoreline and sleep on the beach to escape extreme heat, which becomes unbearable due to the poor ventilation in their homes.
Residents said the sea breeze provides some respite from the oppressive weather, leading many families to gather on the beach after sunset and spend the night there. They go about their business by dawn.
Speaking to ANI, a slum dweller said, “We sleep on the beach every day to escape the intense heat. It becomes very difficult to stay inside our homes because of the heat, so we come here at night.” -- ANI
June 19, 2026 10:20
Monsoon delayed: Goa left with one month’s drinking water supply
Goa has a stock of drinking water that can last about one month, the government has said, as the coasta…
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The HinduIndependentCenter2 days agoIndia is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit of 41% during the first two weeks of June, with the southwest monsoon stalled over southern Maharashtra. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the country received only 42.6 mm of rainfall compared to the normal 72.2 mm. The IMD attributed this to unfavorable large-scale meteorological conditions. While some areas like the sub-Himalayan districts of West Bengal are expected to receive heavy rains in the coming week, other regions continue to face dry conditions.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information based on official data from the India Meteorological Department without apparent ideological framing or biased language. It reports on the current state of rainfall and monsoon activity without taking a stance on policy, politics, or attributing blame to any党
Official sources cited
- government India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Hindustan TimesIndependentCenter2 days agoIndia is experiencing a delayed monsoon season, with significant rainfall deficits reported across various regions. The southwest monsoon has started more than a week late, affecting agricultural activities and raising concerns about the impact on crops such as rice and soybeans. The Indian Meteorological Department reports that rainfall is currently 40% below normal levels, with deficits varying by region.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information regarding the monsoon delays and their effects on agriculture without showing clear bias toward any political stance. It relies on data from the Indian Meteorological Department and does not include opinionated language or selective sourcing that would implya
Official sources cited
- government Indian Meteorological Department
The HinduIndependentCenter3 days ago Patchy rainfall across Karnataka; 35% deficit in southwest monsoonThe Hindu reports on rainfall patterns in Karnataka during the southwest monsoon season. As of June 18, Karnataka has recorded 71 mm of rainfall compared to the normal 109 mm, resulting in a -35% deficit. Some districts like Bagalkot, Raichur, Ballari, Chickballapur, and Tumakuru experienced large excess rainfall, while others such as Kalaburgi, Uttara Kannada, Haveri, Vijayanagar, Davangere, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, and D had significant deficits. Twelve districts received normal rainfall.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on rainfall distribution without any apparent ideological framing, emphasis, or biased language. It focuses on meteorological statistics and does not take a stance on policy, politics, or social issues.
Official sources cited
- government Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC)
India TodayIndependentCenter6 days agoIndia's southwest monsoon has significantly weakened, according to satellite and India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. Rainfall levels have been far below average, with a 64% deficit recorded between June 4 and June 15. Satellite imagery shows a dramatic reduction in cloud cover over large parts of the country, particularly in central, southern, and eastern regions. Meteorologists attribute the weakening to upper-atmospheric wind patterns, though there is potential for improvement later in the week.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual meteorological data without overtly biased language or framing. It reports on scientific observations and does not take a stance on policy, politics, or ideological issues. The focus is purely on weather patterns and their measurement.
Official sources cited
- government India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- government INSAT-3DS satellite imagery
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