India's southwest monsoon is expected to gain further momentum during the first half of August. It raises hopes of a strong recovery after weeks of uneven rainfall across the country. According to the IMD's latest rainfall forecast, the all-India monsoon rainfall deficit has decreased to 14 per cent, marking a significant improvement from excessive shortfalls recorded earlier this season. The weather forecasting agency indicated that the revival is due to the strongest weather system of the monsoon, especially a deep depression moving across Maharashtra. This deep depression has brought huge amounts of moisture from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyber-police-crackdown-on-obscene-morphed-pm-modi-videos-that-went-viral-during-cjp-led-neet-protests-meta-india-head-named-in-fir-1785462979108">Meta India head booked as cyber police crack down on 'obscene' morphed PM Modi videos</a><h3>Strengthening Somali Jet</h3>Its impact has been further intensified by the Somali Jet, a powerful low-level wind stream that carries moisture across the Arabian Sea toward the Indian subcontinent. The combined effect of the deep depression, an active monsoon trough and this strengthened Somali Jet has created favourable conditions for widespread, heavy rainfall across large portions of central and western India. Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and surrounding areas have already witnessed intense showers, with the system expected to continue moving westward in the coming days. IMD's rainfall data shows Central and Northwest India are now recording near-normal seasonal rainfall, whereas the South Peninsula and East and Northeast India continue to face shortfalls. At the state level, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh have all seen a notable improvement in rainfall over the past week. IMD expect that the recovery of monsoon to continue into early August as fresh low-pressure systems are set to develop around the Bay of Bengal. It is likely to maintain an active monsoon phase and deliver rainfall widely across central, western and parts of northern India. If the current trend continues, rainfall deficit across India could get smaller even further in the coming weeks, improving water storage in reservoirs, benefiting kharif crops and solving agricultural productivity issues. &nbsp;

The combined effect of the deep depression, an active monsoon trough and this strengthened Somali Jet has created favourable conditions for widespread, heavy rainfall across large portions of central and western India. 

India's southwest monsoon is expected to gain further momentum during the first half of August. It raises hopes of a strong recovery after weeks of uneven rainfall across the country. According to the IMD's latest rainfall forecast, the all-India monsoon rainfall deficit has decreased to 14 per cent, marking a significant improvement from excessive shortfalls recorded earlier this season. The weather forecasting agency indicated that the revival is due to the strongest weather system of the monsoon, especially a deep depression moving across Maharashtra. This deep depression has brought huge amounts of moisture from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Also read: Meta India head booked as cyber police crack down on 'obscene' morphed PM Modi videos Strengthening Somali Jet Its impact has been further intensified by the Somali Jet, a powerful low-level wind stream that carries moisture across the Arabian Sea toward the Indian subcontinent. The combined effect of the deep depression, an active monsoon trough and this strengthened Somali Jet has created favourable conditions for widespread, heavy rainfall across large portions of central and western India. Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and surrounding areas have already witnessed intense showers, with the system expected to continue moving westward in the coming days. IMD's rainfall data shows Central and Northwest India are now recording near-normal seasonal rainfall, whereas the South Peninsula and East and Northeast India continue to face shortfalls. At the state level, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh have all seen a notable improvement in rainfall over the past week. IMD expect that the recovery of monsoon to continue into early August as fresh low-pressure systems are set to develop around the Bay of Bengal. It is likely to maintain an active monsoon phase and deliver rainfall widely across central, western and parts of northern India. If the current trend continues, rainfall deficit across India could get smaller even further in the coming weeks, improving water storage in reservoirs, benefiting kharif crops and solving agricultural productivity issues.

The combined effect of the deep depression, an active monsoon trough and this strengthened Somali Jet has created favourable conditions for widespread, heavy rainfall across large portions of central and western India.&nbsp;

Monsoon set to strengthen in August as India's rainfall deficit narrows to 14%: IMD

Heavy rains have caused mayhem across Maharashtra as waterlogging and landslides disrupted life. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert in several districts as severe weather conditions are expected to continue. As per official data, about 150-170 mm of rainfall was recorded across different parts of Greater Mumbai in the last 24 hours. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that there have been 142 incidents of trees or branches falling across Mumbai as heavy rains, accompanied by gusty winds of 72-75 kmph, lashed the city.<h2>At least 8 killed in Mumbai</h2>Six people were killed after two to three shanties within a “ground-plus-three” structure collapsed in Janata Nagar, Mankhurd, on Sunday (Jul 5). Two others died in separate tree-related incidents during the day.According to the civic body, close to 10,000 officials and staff from multiple departments have been stationed across Mumbai to keep a watch on the situation and respond to emergencies.<h2>Schools closed in Mumbai, Pune</h2>A red alert has also been issued in Pune, after which the district administration declared a holiday for all schools across Pune district on Monday (Jul 6). Meanwhile, the BMC announced that schools and colleges will remain closed on Monday after the IMD issued an orange alert, predicting heavy rains and strong winds.The University of Mumbai announced that it was postponing all examinations scheduled for Monday (Jul 6) due to the weather conditions in the region. It added that new dates will be announced soon.Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-india-s-monsoon-changing-what-monsoon-2026-reveals-about-climate-trends-wion-decodes-1782817425856"> Is India’s monsoon changing? What monsoon 2026 reveals about climate trends | WION Decodes</a><h2>Landslides kill 3, disrupt traffic and train operations</h2>Heavy rainfall also resulted in landslides, blocking the Missing Link section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khandala exit. Three members of a family were killed after several houses were buried under debris.Traffic on the old Mumbai-Pune Highway was also suspended following a major landslide. In a statement, the District Information Office issued an advisory, urging people to avoid travelling between Mumbai and Pune.“Due to a landslide and continuous heavy rainfall, traffic movement on both the Pune-Mumbai Expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune Highway has been severely affected. Traffic in both directions (Pune-Mumbai and Mumbai-Pune) has been stopped until further notice,” it said. “Citizens are requested not to undertake any journey between Pune and Mumbai until further directions are issued. Those planning to travel are advised to postpone their journey and follow traffic advisories and updates issued by the Government agencies. We request your cooperation in the interest of public safety.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/monsoon-2026-why-india-watches-the-rain-so-closely-wion-decodes-1782040718564">Monsoon 2026: Why India watches the rain so closely | WION Decodes</a>Several train services were also disrupted after boulders fell on railway tracks, leading to cancellations and diversions. In a statement, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that he was reviewing the situation and restoration work was in process despite more rainfall expected.“Reviewed the situation arising out of heavy landslides and boulders falling onto the railway tracks in the Mumbai-Pune ghat section. The team is fully geared up for restoration. Heavy rainfall is expected today also. Have asked both Western and Central Railway officers to work as one team to ensure early restoration of all train services,” he said.Central Railway said local train services will continue operations on all four corridors. However, delays were reported on the Main Line and Harbour Line.Watch | Mumbai Monsoon: Torrential rains lash financial capital, at least 8 dead<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed</a>&nbsp;

Heavy rains in Maharashtra triggered landslides, waterlogging and deaths, with IMD issuing red and orange alerts. Mumbai saw disruptions, school closures and transport hit as rains continue.

Heavy rains have caused mayhem across Maharashtra as waterlogging and landslides disrupted life. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert in several districts as severe weather conditions are expected to continue. As per official data, about 150-170 mm of rainfall was recorded across different parts of Greater Mumbai in the last 24 hours. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that there have been 142 incidents of trees or branches falling across Mumbai as heavy rains, accompanied by gusty winds of 72-75 kmph, lashed the city. At least 8 killed in Mumbai Six people were killed after two to three shanties within a “ground-plus-three” structure collapsed in Janata Nagar, Mankhurd, on Sunday (Jul 5). Two others died in separate tree-related incidents during the day. According to the civic body, close to 10,000 officials and staff from multiple departments have been stationed across Mumbai to keep a watch on the situation and respond to emergencies. Schools closed in Mumbai, Pune A red alert has also been issued in Pune, after which the district administration declared a holiday for all schools across Pune district on Monday (Jul 6). Meanwhile, the BMC announced that schools and colleges will remain closed on Monday after the IMD issued an orange alert, predicting heavy rains and strong winds. The University of Mumbai announced that it was postponing all examinations scheduled for Monday (Jul 6) due to the weather conditions in the region. It added that new dates will be announced soon. Also read | Is India’s monsoon changing? What monsoon 2026 reveals about climate trends | WION Decodes Landslides kill 3, disrupt traffic and train operations Heavy rainfall also resulted in landslides, blocking the Missing Link section of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khandala exit. Three members of a family were killed after several houses were buried under debris. Traffic on the old Mumbai-Pune Highway was also suspended following a major landslide. In a statement, the District Information Office issued an advisory, urging people to avoid travelling between Mumbai and Pune. “Due to a landslide and continuous heavy rainfall, traffic movement on both the Pune-Mumbai Expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune Highway has been severely affected. Traffic in both directions (Pune-Mumbai and Mumbai-Pune) has been stopped until further notice,” it said. “Citizens are requested not to undertake any journey between Pune and Mumbai until further directions are issued. Those planning to travel are advised to postpone their journey and follow traffic advisories and updates issued by the Government agencies. We request your cooperation in the interest of public safety.” Also read | Monsoon 2026: Why India watches the rain so closely | WION Decodes Several train services were also disrupted after boulders fell on railway tracks, leading to cancellations and diversions. In a statement, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that he was reviewing the situation and restoration work was in process despite more rainfall expected. “Reviewed the situation arising out of heavy landslides and boulders falling onto the railway tracks in the Mumbai-Pune ghat section. The team is fully geared up for restoration. Heavy rainfall is expected today also. Have asked both Western and Central Railway officers to work as one team to ensure early restoration of all train services,” he said. Central Railway said local train services will continue operations on all four corridors. However, delays were reported on the Main Line and Harbour Line. Watch | Mumbai Monsoon: Torrential rains lash financial capital, at least 8 dead https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed

Heavy rains in Maharashtra triggered landslides, waterlogging and deaths, with IMD issuing red and orange alerts. Mumbai saw disruptions, school closures and transport hit as rains continue.

Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit Mumbai-Pune highways; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning

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Monsoon set to strengthen in August as India's rainfall deficit narrows to 14%: IMD

Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit Mumbai-Pune highways; IMD issues warning