India weather: On Thursday (Sep 12), many parts of Delhi and the Indian National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to pouring rain, which, as per weather predictions, will likely continue for at least another day.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the region will witness rain until Friday. A yellow alert — moderate rainfall — has been issued for the city.

More rainfall will be accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds up to 30 kmph until Friday.

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According to reports, the rain may cause water-logging, especially in low-lying areas, and possible disruptions.

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Besides the national capital, adjoining states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and northern Madhya Pradesh will likely get rain between September 11 and September 14, said the weather agency.

Isolated places in West Uttar Pradesh will likely face extremely heavy rain. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is expected in isolated places in Uttarakhand, east Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and east and west Rajasthan.

The heavy downpour is due to a depression that has formed over the Bay of Bengal and which has now settled over Northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining Southwest Uttar Pradesh.

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"Depression over Northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining southwest Uttar Pradesh (UP) near latitude 26.3°N and longitude 78.2°E, close to Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh), about 100 km south of Agra (UP). To move slowly north-northwestwards during next 24 hours. System is under continuous surveillance of Doppler Weather Radars at Delhi and Lucknow," said the IMD in a post on X.

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Furthermore, in its weather advisory for 12th-18th September, the IMD said, "Heavy to very heavy falls are likely over most parts of northwest &amp; central India and north Peninsular India (specially over Gujarat and Ghats areas of Maharashtra, where isolated extremely heavy rainfall may also occur on some days) with isolated heavy falls over remaining parts of coastal states (Kerala, Coastal Karnataka, Konkan &amp; Goa, Ghat areas of Karnataka &amp; Maharashtra and Gujarat), east &amp; northeast India and rest parts of south Peninsular India during most days of the week."

(With inputs from agencies)

India weather: On Thursday (Sep 12), many parts of Delhi and the Indian National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to pouring rain, which, as per weather predictions, will likely continue for at least another day.

India weather: On Thursday (Sep 12), many parts of Delhi and the Indian National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to pouring rain, which, as per weather predictions, will likely continue for at least another day. IMD prediction The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the region will witness rain until Friday. A yellow alert — moderate rainfall — has been issued for the city. More rainfall will be accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds up to 30 kmph until Friday. Also read | Earthquake today: 5.8 magnitude earthquake jolts Pakistan; Afghanistan and India also feel the tremors According to reports, the rain may cause water-logging, especially in low-lying areas, and possible disruptions. Haryana, UP weather prediction Besides the national capital, adjoining states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and northern Madhya Pradesh will likely get rain between September 11 and September 14, said the weather agency. Isolated places in West Uttar Pradesh will likely face extremely heavy rain. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is expected in isolated places in Uttarakhand, east Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and east and west Rajasthan. The heavy downpour is due to a depression that has formed over the Bay of Bengal and which has now settled over Northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining Southwest Uttar Pradesh. Also read | Delhi rains: Heavy showers drench several areas, more coming in next 72 hours "Depression over Northwest Madhya Pradesh and adjoining southwest Uttar Pradesh (UP) near latitude 26.3°N and longitude 78.2°E, close to Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh), about 100 km south of Agra (UP). To move slowly north-northwestwards during next 24 hours. System is under continuous surveillance of Doppler Weather Radars at Delhi and Lucknow," said the IMD in a post on X. Depression over Northwest Madhya Pradesh and neighbourhood near latitude 26.7°N and longitude 78.3°E, about 60 km south-southeast of Agra (Uttar Pradesh). To move slowly north- north-northeastwards during next 24 hrs. System is under continuous surveillance of Doppler Weather… pic.twitter.com/2jIsuB14QS — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) September 12, 2024 × Furthermore, in its weather advisory for 12th-18th September, the IMD said, "Heavy to very heavy falls are likely over most parts of northwest & central India and north Peninsular India (specially over Gujarat and Ghats areas of Maharashtra, where isolated extremely heavy rainfall may also occur on some days) with isolated heavy falls over remaining parts of coastal states (Kerala, Coastal Karnataka, Konkan & Goa, Ghat areas of Karnataka & Maharashtra and Gujarat), east & northeast India and rest parts of south Peninsular India during most days of the week." (With inputs from agencies)

India weather: Yellow alert issued for Delhi, rainfall to continue; check IMD prediction here

The Indian financial capital, Mumbai,&nbsp;woke up to water-logged streets after heavy rains lashed in the early hours of Thursday&nbsp;(Jul&nbsp;18).&nbsp;Over the last two days, the city witnessed&nbsp;light showers, however,&nbsp;this morning the rains&nbsp;intensified.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and Thane, but after the financial capital recorded a rainfall of 100 mm, IMD updated the alert to orange.&nbsp;

The data shared by the weather department for Wednesday and Thursday morning records 101 mm of rain at the Colaba Coastal Observatory and 50 mm of rainfall at the Santacruz station.

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“There is a fully developed low pressure area in the Bay of Bengal which is resulting in increased rain activity. In light of this development, we have sounded an orange alert today while a yellow alert with a rainfall warning has been issued for tomorrow (Friday),” Sushma Nair, IMD Mumbai scientist, told The Indian Express.

The Colaba station recorded 50 mm of rain between 5:30 am (local time)&nbsp;and 8:30 am on Thursday.

<h2>Monsoon forecast for Maharashtra</h2>

The weather department has issued an orange alert for&nbsp;Kolhapur, Raigad, and other southern districts of Maharashtra, as heavy rainfall activity is expected.

The IMD has also issued a red alert for Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra from July 18 to 20 and an orange alert for the regions on July 21 and 22. Vidarbha has also been placed under a red alert&nbsp;for July 19 and an orange alert for July 18 and 20.

An orange alert has been issued for Marathwada for July 20.

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<h2>Forecast for other states</h2>

Heavy rains are predicted by the weather department in Telangana and&nbsp;Andhra Pradesh for the next two to three&nbsp;days. Therefore, the states have been placed under&nbsp;a red alert.&nbsp;

A red alert has also been issued for Chhattisgarh on July 19. Meanwhile, an orange alert has been issued for Odisha from July 18 to 20 and East Madhya Pradesh from July 20 and 21.

The IMD has forecasted light to moderate rain in Delhi for July 18. Thunderstorms are also possible in the Indian national capital. The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 36 degrees Celsius and the minimum is expected to be around 25 degrees Celsius.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian financial capital, Mumbai, woke up to water-logged streets after heavy rains lashed in the early hours of Thursday (Jul 18). Over the last two days, the city witnessed light showers, however, this morning the rains intensified.

The Indian financial capital, Mumbai, woke up to water-logged streets after heavy rains lashed in the early hours of Thursday (Jul 18). Over the last two days, the city witnessed light showers, however, this morning the rains intensified. India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and Thane, but after the financial capital recorded a rainfall of 100 mm, IMD updated the alert to orange. The data shared by the weather department for Wednesday and Thursday morning records 101 mm of rain at the Colaba Coastal Observatory and 50 mm of rainfall at the Santacruz station. Also Read | Mumbai woman falls from third floor building after prank goes wrong, dies “There is a fully developed low pressure area in the Bay of Bengal which is resulting in increased rain activity. In light of this development, we have sounded an orange alert today while a yellow alert with a rainfall warning has been issued for tomorrow (Friday),” Sushma Nair, IMD Mumbai scientist, told The Indian Express. The Colaba station recorded 50 mm of rain between 5:30 am (local time) and 8:30 am on Thursday. Monsoon forecast for Maharashtra The weather department has issued an orange alert for Kolhapur, Raigad, and other southern districts of Maharashtra, as heavy rainfall activity is expected. The IMD has also issued a red alert for Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra from July 18 to 20 and an orange alert for the regions on July 21 and 22. Vidarbha has also been placed under a red alert for July 19 and an orange alert for July 18 and 20. An orange alert has been issued for Marathwada for July 20. Also Read | Monsoon updates: Schools, colleges to remain shut in Kerala; IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Odisha, Karnataka Forecast for other states Heavy rains are predicted by the weather department in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for the next two to three days. Therefore, the states have been placed under a red alert. A red alert has also been issued for Chhattisgarh on July 19. Meanwhile, an orange alert has been issued for Odisha from July 18 to 20 and East Madhya Pradesh from July 20 and 21. The IMD has forecasted light to moderate rain in Delhi for July 18. Thunderstorms are also possible in the Indian national capital. The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 36 degrees Celsius and the minimum is expected to be around 25 degrees Celsius. (With inputs from agencies)

Monsoon update: Orange alert issued in Mumbai after city witnesses 50 mm rain in three hours

Cold weather will persist in several regions of north India for the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its latest forecast. However, it will gradually diminish in intensity in subsequent days.

Cold weather will persist in several regions of north India for the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its latest forecast. However, it will gradually diminish in intensity in subsequent days. According to the IMD forecast, 'dense' to 'very dense' fog will continue across northwest and east India for three days. After that, the fog's intensity will decrease. However, dense fog might prevail in some regions of Punjab till January 5. Delhi weather forecast In India's national capital Delhi, the maximum temperature will be 19 degrees Celsius on January 7, and the minimum will be around nine degrees Celsius on January 2 and January 6, the IMD forecast said. The foggy weather in Delhi caused delay of 26 trains on Tuesday (Jan 2), according to a nrotice issued by the Indian Railways. The weather department has predicted that Delhi will see an improvement in the fog situation, even as clear skies and shallow fog will prevail in the capital city in the coming week. ALSO READ | Ram idol carved by sculptor Arun Yogiraj selected for Ayodhya's Ram temple Cold wave and rainfall weather forecast The Meteorological Department has predicted a plunge in temperature in many parts of Central India, along with a cold wave, between January 5 and January 11. Madhya Pradesh, northern regions of Maharashtra, and southern parts of Uttar Pradesh will witness a drop in night temperature. Cold conditions will also surge in neighbouring areas of Haryana and Rajasthan. Furthermore, IMD has predicted light to moderate rainfall in some regions of south Tamil Nadu, south Kerala, and Lakshadweep in the next three to four days. Light to isolated rainfall is also probable over Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh from January 2 to 5. ALSO READ | India: Ayodhya surpasses Goa and Nainital in OYO app users on New Year's Eve, says CEO Ritesh Agarwal In January 2024, the monthly minimum temperature will be 'above normal' over most parts of India, except some regions in north India, where 'normal' to 'below normal' temperatures will prevail, according to Director General of Meteorology, Mrityunjay Mohapatra. He added, "Seasonal rainfall over the country from January to March is most likely to be above normal. Normal to above normal seasonal rainfall is likely to prevail over most parts of the country except parts of extreme south peninsular India, extreme northwest and northeast India where below normal rainfall is likely." (With inputs from agencies)

India Weather update: Delhi to get relief from fog soon, cold wave to worsen in some states

The cricketing world cannot wait for the blockbuster game between two arch-rivals, India and Pakistan, to get underway in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday, September 2. However, there is a threat that looms over this blockbuster clash. The latest reports suggest thunderstorms could play a spoilsport during the marquee clash.

Considering it’s been raining in Kandy for the past two days and the forecast on D-day - September 2, predicts a 90% rain possibility, the India vs. Pakistan game could get washed out.

Since these Asian giants face each other only in ICC-related tournaments and the Asia Cup, a possible washout here would be a disaster for cricket fans from all over.

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Meanwhile, in Sri Lanka, especially in Pallekele, Kandy, the board avoids scheduling matches during the August-September window because of monsoon; however, with the BCCI refusing to travel&nbsp;to Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023, Sri Lanka got roped in as an additional host at the last moment. It meant selected grounds got slated to host several games during the tournament, with India-Pakistan penned for September 2 in Pallekele.

Looking into history, Pallekele, in the past, has hosted 33 ODIs, with only three matches played during the monsoon season.

While Pakistan will host only four matches, Sri Lanka will host the remaining nine games, including all India matches and the final on September 17.

<h2>Pakistan begin Asia Cup in dominant fashion</h2>

With all eyes on the India-Pakistan match on September 2, the Men in Green began their six-team tournament campaign on a high by beating minnows Nepal by a whopping 238 runs. Captain Babar Azam and middle-order batter Iftikhar Ahmed scored respective centuries.

Shadab Khan returned with four scalps, while seamers Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf picked two wickets each.

Pakistan, India and Nepal were drawn in Group A.

<h3>India look to settle middle-order debate ahead of marquee clash</h3>

The Indian Cricket Team has an issue at hand – the middle-order issue, which further got into the limelight after returning makeshift keeper-batter KL Rahul got ruled out of the first two clashes, meaning he will miss India’s opening game of Asia Cup 2023 against Pakistan.

In his absence, Ishan Kishan is sure to play in the XI, as Sanju Samson, another keeper-batter, is part of the travelling reserves and hasn’t been added to the main squad yet.

With Kishan getting roped in, it would be interesting to see if India plays him in the top or middle-order, or if he will be used as a floater, depending on the match situation. 
 
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The cricketing world cannot wait for the blockbuster game between two arch-rivals, India and Pakistan, to get underway in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday, September 2.

The cricketing world cannot wait for the blockbuster game between two arch-rivals, India and Pakistan, to get underway in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday, September 2. However, there is a threat that looms over this blockbuster clash. The latest reports suggest thunderstorms could play a spoilsport during the marquee clash. Considering it’s been raining in Kandy for the past two days and the forecast on D-day - September 2, predicts a 90% rain possibility, the India vs. Pakistan game could get washed out. Since these Asian giants face each other only in ICC-related tournaments and the Asia Cup, a possible washout here would be a disaster for cricket fans from all over. ALSO READ: Former CSK star Ambati Rayudu cuts short CPL stint due to personal reasons Meanwhile, in Sri Lanka, especially in Pallekele, Kandy, the board avoids scheduling matches during the August-September window because of monsoon; however, with the BCCI refusing to travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023, Sri Lanka got roped in as an additional host at the last moment. It meant selected grounds got slated to host several games during the tournament, with India-Pakistan penned for September 2 in Pallekele. Looking into history, Pallekele, in the past, has hosted 33 ODIs, with only three matches played during the monsoon season. While Pakistan will host only four matches, Sri Lanka will host the remaining nine games, including all India matches and the final on September 17. Pakistan begin Asia Cup in dominant fashion With all eyes on the India-Pakistan match on September 2, the Men in Green began their six-team tournament campaign on a high by beating minnows Nepal by a whopping 238 runs. Captain Babar Azam and middle-order batter Iftikhar Ahmed scored respective centuries. Shadab Khan returned with four scalps, while seamers Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf picked two wickets each. Pakistan, India and Nepal were drawn in Group A. India look to settle middle-order debate ahead of marquee clash The Indian Cricket Team has an issue at hand – the middle-order issue, which further got into the limelight after returning makeshift keeper-batter KL Rahul got ruled out of the first two clashes, meaning he will miss India’s opening game of Asia Cup 2023 against Pakistan. In his absence, Ishan Kishan is sure to play in the XI, as Sanju Samson, another keeper-batter, is part of the travelling reserves and hasn’t been added to the main squad yet. With Kishan getting roped in, it would be interesting to see if India plays him in the top or middle-order, or if he will be used as a floater, depending on the match situation. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Asia Cup 2023: Will rain play spoilsport in India vs Pakistan game in Pallekele? Check latest update

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2.

The match will be held at the same venue where Qualifier 1 took place, i.e. at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Wednesday evening (May 25). While there were doubts regarding the weather for Qualifier 1, there remains the same for the Eliminator. Nonetheless, Qualifier 1 was still a completely non-interrupted game and the same is expected to be the case for the do-or-die game for both LSG-RCB.

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According to the weather portal&nbsp;accuweather.com, the temperature of Kolkata on Wednesday will hover around 34° Celcius during the day and will go&nbsp;down to 28° Celcius during the night. In the afternoon, thunderstorms are on the cards.

Much to the delight of the fans, the&nbsp;chances of rain during the night is only at 4%, contrary to 65% chances during daytime. In all likelihood, there will be rain at Eden Gardens during the day, however, it is expected to be a clear sky once the match's commencement nears.&nbsp;

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What happens if rain entirely plays spoilsport in the Eliminator?

In case no play is possible and the weather forecast for the evening changes drastically, contrary to expectations, then there is provision of conducting a Super Over. However, in case conditions aren't favourable even for a Super Over, KL Rahul-led Lucknow will go through for finishing higher than RCB in the points table.

In head-to-head, RCB have an edge as they beat Lucknow in their only face-off, by 18 runs, however, it won't matter as LSG will book a ticket for Qualifier 2 due to a better finish in the league stage.

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2.

After a high-scoring Qualifier 1 in IPL 2022, the action now moves to the Eliminator as the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a must-win game for both sides to keep themselves alive in the competition and make it to the Qualifier 2. The match will be held at the same venue where Qualifier 1 took place, i.e. at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Wednesday evening (May 25). While there were doubts regarding the weather for Qualifier 1, there remains the same for the Eliminator. Nonetheless, Qualifier 1 was still a completely non-interrupted game and the same is expected to be the case for the do-or-die game for both LSG-RCB. ALSO READ | It's unfair for Rishabh Pant to be compared with MS Dhoni, says BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly According to the weather portal accuweather.com, the temperature of Kolkata on Wednesday will hover around 34° Celcius during the day and will go down to 28° Celcius during the night. In the afternoon, thunderstorms are on the cards. Much to the delight of the fans, the chances of rain during the night is only at 4%, contrary to 65% chances during daytime. In all likelihood, there will be rain at Eden Gardens during the day, however, it is expected to be a clear sky once the match's commencement nears. ALSO READ | Virat, Rohit's barren run to MI-CSK's mighty fall: 5 surprising elements from IPL 2022's league stage What happens if rain entirely plays spoilsport in the Eliminator? In case no play is possible and the weather forecast for the evening changes drastically, contrary to expectations, then there is provision of conducting a Super Over. However, in case conditions aren't favourable even for a Super Over, KL Rahul-led Lucknow will go through for finishing higher than RCB in the points table. In head-to-head, RCB have an edge as they beat Lucknow in their only face-off, by 18 runs, however, it won't matter as LSG will book a ticket for Qualifier 2 due to a better finish in the league stage.

RCB vs LSG Weather Forecast: What if rain entirely plays spoilsport in IPL 2022 Eliminator at Kolkata?

India&nbsp;is&nbsp;likely&nbsp;to receive normal&nbsp;monsoon&nbsp;rains&nbsp;this year, the state-run weather office said on Thursday, raising prospects of higher farm and general growth in Asia's third-biggest economy.

The&nbsp;rains, which usually lash the southern tip of Kerala state around June 1 and retreat by September, are expected to be 99 per cent&nbsp;of the long-term&nbsp;average&nbsp;this year, the&nbsp;India&nbsp;Meteorological Department said in a statement.

New Delhi defines&nbsp;average, or normal, rainfall as ranging between 96 per cent&nbsp;and 104 per cent&nbsp;of a 50-year&nbsp;average&nbsp;of 87 cm (35 inches)for the four-month season beginning in June.

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"The encouraging forecast of a normal&nbsp;monsoon&nbsp;in&nbsp;2022, coupled with healthy reservoir levels in all regions, augurs well for a timely onset of summer crop sowing," said Aditi Nayar, chief economist at rating agency ICRA, the&nbsp;Indian arm of Moody's.

The&nbsp;monsoon&nbsp;is crucial for the $2.7-trillion economy, as it brings nearly 75 per cent&nbsp;of the rain needed by farms, besides replenishing reservoirs and aquifers.

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Nearly half of&nbsp;India's farmland&nbsp;gets no irrigation and is dependent on the annual&nbsp;rains&nbsp;from June to September. Farming accounts for nearly 15 per cent&nbsp;of the economy but sustains more than half of a population of 1.3 billion.

Key cotton, soybean and sugarcane growing regions in northern parts of peninsular&nbsp;India, central&nbsp;India, the foothills of the Himalayas and some northwestern areas are&nbsp;likely&nbsp;to&nbsp;get&nbsp;normal to above normal seasonal rainfall, the IMD said.

Tea, rubber and rice growing regions in northeast&nbsp;India&nbsp;and southern parts of the peninsula could receive rainfall that is below normal, it added.

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India&nbsp;is the world's biggest producer of cotton and pulses and the second biggest producer of sugar, wheat and rice. It is also the world's biggest importer of edible oils such as palm and soy.

A normal&nbsp;monsoon&nbsp;will help&nbsp;India&nbsp;maintain rice exports and cut imports of edible oil in the next season, a Mumbai-based dealer with a global trading firm said.

India is likely to receive normal monsoon rains this year, the state-run weather office said on Thursday, raising prospects of higher farm and general growth in Asia's third-biggest economy.

India is likely to receive normal monsoon rains this year, the state-run weather office said on Thursday, raising prospects of higher farm and general growth in Asia's third-biggest economy. The rains, which usually lash the southern tip of Kerala state around June 1 and retreat by September, are expected to be 99 per cent of the long-term average this year, the India Meteorological Department said in a statement. New Delhi defines average, or normal, rainfall as ranging between 96 per cent and 104 per cent of a 50-year average of 87 cm (35 inches)for the four-month season beginning in June. Also read | Chair of EU Parliament's trade panel hopes for early FTA with India "The encouraging forecast of a normal monsoon in 2022, coupled with healthy reservoir levels in all regions, augurs well for a timely onset of summer crop sowing," said Aditi Nayar, chief economist at rating agency ICRA, the Indian arm of Moody's. The monsoon is crucial for the $2.7-trillion economy, as it brings nearly 75 per cent of the rain needed by farms, besides replenishing reservoirs and aquifers. Watch | Gravitas: India offers wheat to the world Nearly half of India's farmland gets no irrigation and is dependent on the annual rains from June to September. Farming accounts for nearly 15 per cent of the economy but sustains more than half of a population of 1.3 billion. Key cotton, soybean and sugarcane growing regions in northern parts of peninsular India, central India, the foothills of the Himalayas and some northwestern areas are likely to get normal to above normal seasonal rainfall, the IMD said. Tea, rubber and rice growing regions in northeast India and southern parts of the peninsula could receive rainfall that is below normal, it added. Also read | 6 killed, 12 injured in Andhra Pradesh’s pharma unit fire, CM announces compensation for victims India is the world's biggest producer of cotton and pulses and the second biggest producer of sugar, wheat and rice. It is also the world's biggest importer of edible oils such as palm and soy. A normal monsoon will help India maintain rice exports and cut imports of edible oil in the next season, a Mumbai-based dealer with a global trading firm said.

India likely to get average monsoon rains in 2022

India's MET Dept. predicts near-normal monsoon rains this year. Let's Listen in what IMD has to say on this.

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