The ISRO INSAT shows active thunderstorms and strong convection over eastern India, but spare cloud cover over central and western India. | India News

India faces a 28% rainfall deficit this monsoon season, with unusual atmospheric patterns hindering cloud movement and widespread rain, according to IMD data from June 4-14.

Monsoon progress is hindered by dry westerlies, but a seasonal trough hints at potential rain revival along the west coast.

The IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Northeast India and thunderstorms in Delhi, as El Niño intensifies concerns over a potential monsoon deficit across the country.

India faces a 35% monsoon deficit, with severe shortfalls impacting central and eastern regions amid El Niño concerns.

India has received 50.3 mm rain from June 1 to June 16, the 34th lowest rainfall for this period since 1901.

The ISRO INSAT shows active thunderstorms and strong convection over eastern India, but spare cloud cover over central and western India. | India News

The north-west has recorded 5% above normal rainfall so far this season; within the region, West Rajasthan has posted a surplus of 20%, while East Rajasthan leads with an…