India's weather office predicts below-average monsoon rains for 2026. El Nino conditions are expected to develop soon. This could impact farm output and food prices. Monsoon rains are vital for agriculture and water resources. Rainfall distribution will be key for the season.

The IMD said on Friday that weak El Nino conditions are expected to develop in June, strengthening towards second half of the season. | India News

India's weather office predicts below-average monsoon rains for 2026. El Nino conditions are expected to develop soon. This could impact farm output and food prices. Monsoon rains…

India forecasts below-average monsoon rains in 2026, raising concerns for agriculture and economic growth, says weather office.

India anticipates below-average monsoon rains this year, with precipitation expected to be less than 90% of the Long Period Average (LPA). This forecast, downgraded from an…

IMD forecasts India's 2026 monsoon at 90% of normal, indicating potential meteorological drought and below-normal rainfall across several regions.

India is heading toward a below-average monsoon in 2026, with the IMD retaining its forecast of rainfall at 90% of the long-term average as El Nino conditions strengthen with a…

NEW DELHI: Even as India faces energy disruptions due to the West Asia crisis, more trouble could be looming for the economy. IMD on Friday confirmed its forecast of 'below…

India anticipates below-average monsoon rains this year, with precipitation expected to be less than 90% of the long-period average. This forecast raises concerns for agricultural…