India's monsoon to weaken over west, south in next fortnight

Below-average monsoon rainfall is expected across western and southern India. This forecast threatens newly planted cotton, soybean, and corn crops. Rainfall deficits are likely to widen due to a strengthening El Nino. Minimum and maximum temperatures are also expected to rise. Farmers face challenges as crops remain vulnerable to dry spells.

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