The report noted, India's cumulative rainfall up to 6 July 2026 stood at 170.7 mm, 20 per cent below the long period average (LPA)

Monsoon recovery spreads across India, but the North-East still faces significant rainfall deficits amid ongoing weather challenges.

India sees a 35% increase in paddy acreage due to surplus rains, but overall crop area remains 21% below last year.

Sowing of crops in the ongoing Kharif season picked up modestly over the past week, spurred by a stronger monsoon in parts of the country | India News

India's rainfall deficit has narrowed to 12% as monsoon activity strengthens. Centre reviews El Nino preparedness, kharif season and water, health measures.

The rainfall deficit has reduced to twelve percent with above-normal monsoon activity in early July. An El Nino year may not necessarily result in below-normal rainfall for the…

The report noted, India's cumulative rainfall up to 6 July 2026 stood at 170.7 mm, 20 per cent below the long period average (LPA)