Published: Jun 18, 2024, 05:30 IST | Updated: Jun 18, 2024, 05:30 IST
India's monsoon season has delivered 20% less rainfall than usual, raising concerns for the agriculture sector, which relies heavily on these rains. The Indian meteorological department reports that since June 1, most regions, except a few southern states, have seen significant shortfalls, with the northwest experiencing severe heatwaves.