Northeastern India, excluding Sikkim, experienced a significant rainfall deficit in June, with seven states facing over 40% less rain. Weak monsoon systems and El Nino's influence are cited as reasons. This dry spell, coupled with a forecast for below-normal July rainfall, poses a challenge for the crucial Kharif cropping season and water security in the region, even as some areas grapple with floods.

India's kharif sowing acreage drops 23% due to a 42% deficient monsoon, impacting crop production amid Super El Nino forecasts.

If the June rainfall ends up with 10 cm, the precipitation during July-September period needs to be 68.17 cm, which is still short of 3% of normal for the period

The IMD on Monday said rainfall activity is expected to increase across Maharashtra from July 1 onwards

Only 9 out of 36 meteorological subdivisions, having one-fourth share in India’s geographical area, have reported “normal or higher” rainfall

July brings a worrying forecast for India as monsoon rains are predicted to be below normal, falling short of 94% of the long-term average. This situation could adversely affect…