India's monsoon has begun with a significant rainfall deficit, impacting kharif sowing, particularly for pulses and cotton. While reservoir levels offer a buffer, a prolonged dry spell could raise food prices and strain rural economies. Experts emphasize close monitoring, as the July-August period will be crucial for crop prospects and overall economic recovery.

India is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit. The southwest monsoon has stalled, impacting large parts of the country. Several meteorological factors are contributing to…

As India grapples with an unusually dry June, the looming threat of a subpar monsoon casts a shadow over the agricultural landscape. With many areas reporting significant rainfall…

India's monsoon has slowed significantly. A weak surge from the Arabian Sea and missing weather systems are causing a rainfall deficit. This pause impacts the kharif sowing…

India's monsoon faces a slowdown due to weak Arabian Sea surges and absent weather systems, leading to rainfall deficits and challenges for the crucial kharif sowing season.

India's monsoon has begun with a significant rainfall deficit, impacting kharif sowing, particularly for pulses and cotton. While reservoir levels offer a buffer, a prolonged dry…

Even as sufficient reservoir levels are expected to provide a safe buffer for irrigation, the firm stressed the need for close monitoring given the current pattern of monsoon

Good news for India as the monsoon has finally gained momentum after a two-week lull, poised to advance into central regions this week. This revival is a welcome relief from the…

Centre, States, banks should be geared up

India's kharif sowing exceeds 120 lakh hectares, with increased nutri-cereal coverage despite declines in cotton, soybean, and urad.