India's monsoon emergency continues to intensify as devastating floods wreak havoc across multiple states, with Assam remaining the worst affected. The flood death toll in Assam has climbed to 78, while more than 3 lakh people across seven districts continue to battle rising waters, damaged homes, and widespread destruction. Over 550 villages remain submerged, and more than 21,500 hectares of farmland have been destroyed, severely impacting livelihoods. Relief and rescue operations are underway as authorities distribute food, clothing, and essential supplies to affected communities. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has reviewed the flood situation with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and assured all possible assistance from the central government. An inter-ministerial team has also completed its assessment of flood damage in Upper Assam.

Assam Flood Death Toll Rises to 78 as Heavy Rain Triggers Fresh Alerts Across India

The Indian monsoon has returned across the nation in full swing after a brief seasonal lull. Following the development, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released several images showing heavy clouds blanketing the entire country. The image was captured by ISRO's advanced INSAT-3DS weather satellite, which was recorded on July 22, 2026, between 3:00 PM and 3:27 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). "Active monsoon Conditions likely over northwest, central and adjoining north peninsular India, east and northeast India during next 3-4 days," the IMD said in a press release. The released thermal infrared image shows a curved cloud band stretching from the northern Bay of Bengal, moving across Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, before extending towards Gujarat and the Arabian Sea. IMD explained," Different types of clouds reflect in different amounts based on their physical properties like the amount and size of raindrops/ice crystals and their density. Cumulonimbus clouds appear brightest. Thick (low / medium) clouds like cumulus, stratus, stratocumulus appear comparatively brighter than the thin (Higher) clouds like cirrus. Sea surface appears darker in this imagery."&nbsp;Earlier climate models have predicted a below-normal southwest monsoon for 2026; however, wider parts of the nation are currently showing overcast skies with the expectation of widespread rainfall.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/mystery-of-ancient-burial-archaeologists-uncover-3-000-year-old-skeleton-in-el-salvador-1784717859917">Mystery of ancient burial: Archaeologists uncover 3,000-year-old skeleton in El Salvador</a><h3>IMD's rain forecast</h3>According to the IMD, widespread severe weather is expected between July 22 and July 24, with isolated areas likely to see heavy to very heavy rainfall across multiple regions. In particular, extremely heavy rain is forecast for isolated pockets of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, southwest Madhya Pradesh, southeast Rajasthan, Konkan, and Goa. This intense spell of rain will also impact central Maharashtra between July 22-23, before moving on to heavily saturate the Gujarat region between July 22-24. Meanwhile, rainfall activity is expected to remain relatively subdued over south Peninsular India over the coming week. The Southwest Monsoon supplies about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall, crucial for irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It begins in early June over Kerala and covers most of India by mid-July. The season is vital for crops like rice, cotton, and sugarcane, with delays or failures impacting food security, livelihoods, and the economy.&nbsp;

The Southwest Monsoon supplies about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall, crucial for irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It begins in early June over Kerala and covers most of India by mid-July.

The Indian monsoon has returned across the nation in full swing after a brief seasonal lull. Following the development, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released several images showing heavy clouds blanketing the entire country. The image was captured by ISRO's advanced INSAT-3DS weather satellite, which was recorded on July 22, 2026, between 3:00 PM and 3:27 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). "Active monsoon Conditions likely over northwest, central and adjoining north peninsular India, east and northeast India during next 3-4 days," the IMD said in a press release. The released thermal infrared image shows a curved cloud band stretching from the northern Bay of Bengal, moving across Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, before extending towards Gujarat and the Arabian Sea. IMD explained," Different types of clouds reflect in different amounts based on their physical properties like the amount and size of raindrops/ice crystals and their density. Cumulonimbus clouds appear brightest. Thick (low / medium) clouds like cumulus, stratus, stratocumulus appear comparatively brighter than the thin (Higher) clouds like cirrus. Sea surface appears darker in this imagery." Earlier climate models have predicted a below-normal southwest monsoon for 2026; however, wider parts of the nation are currently showing overcast skies with the expectation of widespread rainfall. Also read: Mystery of ancient burial: Archaeologists uncover 3,000-year-old skeleton in El Salvador IMD's rain forecast According to the IMD, widespread severe weather is expected between July 22 and July 24, with isolated areas likely to see heavy to very heavy rainfall across multiple regions. In particular, extremely heavy rain is forecast for isolated pockets of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, southwest Madhya Pradesh, southeast Rajasthan, Konkan, and Goa. This intense spell of rain will also impact central Maharashtra between July 22-23, before moving on to heavily saturate the Gujarat region between July 22-24. Meanwhile, rainfall activity is expected to remain relatively subdued over south Peninsular India over the coming week. The Southwest Monsoon supplies about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall, crucial for irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It begins in early June over Kerala and covers most of India by mid-July. The season is vital for crops like rice, cotton, and sugarcane, with delays or failures impacting food security, livelihoods, and the economy.

The Southwest Monsoon supplies about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall, crucial for irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It begins in early June over Kerala and covers most of India by mid-July.

ISRO satellite captures monsoon clouds blanketing 95% of India; IMD issues rain alert

Heavy monsoon rains have triggered devastating flash floods and landslides across Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch and Rajouri districts, killing at least 10 people and leaving many missing. Rescue teams from the NDRF, SDRF, police, and local administration are working round the clock as roads, bridges, and homes have been destroyed. Authorities have issued fresh weather warnings as relief operations continue.

Monsoon fury in Jammu & Kashmir | Deadly flash floods and landslides wreak havoc

A heavy rainfall alert has been issued for several states across Northeast India. Weather agencies have warned of intense showers, possible flooding, and landslides in vulnerable areas. Authorities are monitoring river levels and preparing emergency response measures.

Indian Monsoon: Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued Across Northeast India 

The southwest monsoon is advancing steadily across India, bringing heavy rain warnings to several states, even as parts of north India continue to reel under intense heatwave conditions. Here's a look at the weather situation across the country.

India Weather Alert: Monsoon Advances, Heatwave Persists In India Amid Extreme Weather Swing 

 India's weather map is turning increasingly unpredictable as the southwest monsoon approaches the mainland. According to the India meteorological department, it is likely to set in over Kerala around June 4, officially marking the start of the rainy season.

Indian Monsoon: Monsoon Inches Closer To India; Storms Set To Lash Multiple States

Across India, while parts of Rajasthan continue to reel under intense heatwave conditions, several northern and southern states are bracing for thunderstorms, dust storms, heavy rain, hail and gusty winds.

India Weather: Heatwave Grips West, Storms Lash Northern States 

India is bracing for a weaker-than-usual monsoon in 2026, a development that could shake food prices, farm output and economic growth at a sensitive time. The India meteorological department has forecast monsoon rainfall at 92 percent of the long-period average, making it the first below-average monsoon in three years.

Indian Monsoon: India Braces For Weaker-Than-Usual Monsoon In 2026

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday (Apr 15) announced that the nation is likely to experience above-normal cumulative rainfall in the 2024 monsoon season. The weather department said that the La Nina conditions, linked to good monsoon in India, are likely to set in by August-September.&nbsp;

IMD said in its release that the forecast based on both dynamical and statistical models suggests that quantitatively, the monsoon seasonal rainfall from June to September is likely to be 106% of the Long Period Average, which means the long-term average.&nbsp;

The LPA of the season rainfall from June to September over the country as a whole based on the data of 1971-2020 is 87 cm.&nbsp;

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During a news conference, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of IMD, said: "According to the rainfall data from 1971 till 2020, we have introduced new long-period average and normal. According to this normal, from June 1 to 30 September, the average of the total rainfall of the entire country will be 87 cm."&nbsp;

The official release also mentioned that the normal cumulative rainfall, however, does not guarantee uniform temporal and spatial distribution of rain across the country, with climate change further increasing the variability of the rain-bearing system.&nbsp;

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The IMD chief further said that the data from 1951 to 2023 shows that India experienced above-normal monsoon rainfall on nine occasions when La Nina followed the El Nino event.&nbsp;

IMD's release mentioned that moderate El Niño conditions are prevailing over the equatorial Pacific region currently. Several climate model forecasts have indicated that El Niño conditions are likely to weaken further to neutral El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) conditions in the early part of the monsoon season and La Niña conditions are likely to develop during the second half of monsoon season.&nbsp;

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The neutral Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) conditions are prevailing over the Indian Ocean at present. As per the climate indicators, positive IOD conditions are likely to develop during the later part of the southwest monsoon&nbsp;season.&nbsp;

The report also mentioned that the winter and spring snow cover extent over the Northern Hemisphere as well as Eurasia has a "generally inverse relationship with the subsequent Indian summer monsoon rainfall".&nbsp;

The northern hemisphere snow cover areas during January to March 2024 were observed to be below normal.&nbsp;

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India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday (Apr 15) announced that the nation is likely to experience above-normal cumulative rainfall in the 2024 monsoon season.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday (Apr 15) announced that the nation is likely to experience above-normal cumulative rainfall in the 2024 monsoon season. The weather department said that the La Nina conditions, linked to good monsoon in India, are likely to set in by August-September. IMD said in its release that the forecast based on both dynamical and statistical models suggests that quantitatively, the monsoon seasonal rainfall from June to September is likely to be 106% of the Long Period Average, which means the long-term average. The LPA of the season rainfall from June to September over the country as a whole based on the data of 1971-2020 is 87 cm. Also read: A harrowing experience: Delhi-bound IndiGo flight lands with '1-2 minutes of fuel left' During a news conference, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of IMD, said: "According to the rainfall data from 1971 till 2020, we have introduced new long-period average and normal. According to this normal, from June 1 to 30 September, the average of the total rainfall of the entire country will be 87 cm." The official release also mentioned that the normal cumulative rainfall, however, does not guarantee uniform temporal and spatial distribution of rain across the country, with climate change further increasing the variability of the rain-bearing system. #WATCH | Delhi: Mrutyunjay Mohapatra (Director General), IMD, says, "According to the rainfall data from 1971 till 2020, we have introduced new long-period average and normal...According to this normal, from June 1 to 30 September, the average of the total rainfall of the entire… pic.twitter.com/U0TBjlD317 — ANI (@ANI) April 15, 2024 × Also read: Election officials inspect Rahul Gandhi's helicopter in Tamil Nadu The IMD chief further said that the data from 1951 to 2023 shows that India experienced above-normal monsoon rainfall on nine occasions when La Nina followed the El Nino event. IMD's release mentioned that moderate El Niño conditions are prevailing over the equatorial Pacific region currently. Several climate model forecasts have indicated that El Niño conditions are likely to weaken further to neutral El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) conditions in the early part of the monsoon season and La Niña conditions are likely to develop during the second half of monsoon season. IMD predicts 2024 southwest monsoon season (June to September) rainfall over the country as a whole to be above normal (>104% of the Long Period Average (LPA)). Seasonal rainfall is likely to be 106% of LPA with a model error of ± 5%. LPA of monsoon rainfall (1971-2020) is 87 cm. pic.twitter.com/bgBhLX0M2W — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) April 15, 2024 × The neutral Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) conditions are prevailing over the Indian Ocean at present. As per the climate indicators, positive IOD conditions are likely to develop during the later part of the southwest monsoon season. The report also mentioned that the winter and spring snow cover extent over the Northern Hemisphere as well as Eurasia has a "generally inverse relationship with the subsequent Indian summer monsoon rainfall". The northern hemisphere snow cover areas during January to March 2024 were observed to be below normal. (With inputs from agencies)

India likely to experience above-normal rainfall in 2024 monsoon

Heavy rainfall has triggered floods in Bihar, Assam, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and J&JK. Over 200 deaths have been reported in Bihar and Assam. Watch this video to know more.

Over 200 deaths in Bihar and Assam due to heavy rainfall and floods

Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Thursday said that 27 people have lost their lives due to floods and landslides in the state. The ASDMA released a statement saying that a total of 4,128 villages in 103 revenue circles of 28 districts has been affected due to floods till Thursday.

Assam Floods: Monsoon affect 29 out of 32 districts

At least 67 people have been killed by lightning in India over the past two days, disaster management officials said today, as the annual monsoon rains sweep the country. 
 
Lightning strikes are relatively common in India during the June-October monsoon, which hit the southern coast earlier this month, but this week&#39;s toll is particularly high. 
 
An overnight storm in the eastern Indian state of Bihar killed at least 47 people and injured another 22, mostly in rural areas. 
 
&quot;We have confirmation of 47 deaths and fear the toll may go up as reports are pouring in from other districts,&quot; Anirudh Kumar, a senior official at Bihar`s diaster management agency, told AFP.&nbsp; 
 
Authorities in the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh said 20 people were killed over two days. 
 
Lightning kills thousands of Indians every year, most of them farmers working in the fields. 
 
More than 2,500 people were killed by lightning in India in 2014 according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), the most recent figures available. 
 
(AFP)

Over two days at least 47 have died in the Indian state of Bihar and 20 in Uttar Pradesh

At least 67 people have been killed by lightning in India over the past two days, disaster management officials said today, as the annual monsoon rains sweep the country. Lightning strikes are relatively common in India during the June-October monsoon, which hit the southern coast earlier this month, but this week's toll is particularly high. An overnight storm in the eastern Indian state of Bihar killed at least 47 people and injured another 22, mostly in rural areas. "We have confirmation of 47 deaths and fear the toll may go up as reports are pouring in from other districts," Anirudh Kumar, a senior official at Bihar`s diaster management agency, told AFP. Authorities in the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh said 20 people were killed over two days. Lightning kills thousands of Indians every year, most of them farmers working in the fields. More than 2,500 people were killed by lightning in India in 2014 according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), the most recent figures available. (AFP)

Lightning strikes kill at least 67 as monsoon sweeps India

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