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IMD Alerts Northeastern States for Imminent Heavy Rainfall Over 48 Hours

New Delhi, August 19, 2024 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for West Bengal, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Tripura, anticipating substantial rainfall over the next 48 hours. This alert signals potentially hazardous conditions, urging residents to remain vigilant. Meanwhile, Delhi has experienced some respite from sweltering humidity thanks to recent showers. […]

Manipur Schools Closed on July 5 and 6 Due to Flooding

The Department of Education-Schools, Manipur has announced that all schools in the state will remain closed on the 5th and 6th of July, 2024. This decision is due to the rising river levels and subsequent flooding caused by incessant rain, which has affected many households and installations across the state. The closure applies to Government, […]

IMD Issues Warning of Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall Across Assam and Meghalaya

Guwahati, June 29: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a significant weather warning for Assam and Meghalaya, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy rainfall on June 29. According to the IMD alert, several districts in Assam, including Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrup, Kamrup Metropolitan, Kokrajhar, and Nalbari, are likely to experience heavy rain accompanied […]

In Response to Sangklang Bridge Collapse, Zip Line Provides Vital Link Between Mangan and Dzongu

Following the collapse of the Sangklang bridge due to heavy rainfall, transportation and material movement between Mangan and Dzongu were severely disrupted. To urgently address this issue, a zip line has been swiftly constructed in Sangklang, facilitating the efficient transfer of materials between the two regions. Led by Divisional Engineer (MDZP) R.D. Lepcha and coordinated […]

IMD Warns of Severe Weather Patterns Across Northeastern States

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a stern weather advisory, forecasting intense rainfall and thunderstorms across several northeastern states, including Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim, on Monday. In addition, substantial precipitation is anticipated in Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, and South Interior Karnataka. Coastal Karnataka and districts of Madhya Maharashtra are also bracing for heavy downpours. […]

Tripura Records Highest Rainfall in 67 Years Amid Cyclone Remal’s Impact

Tripura witnessed an unprecedented meteorological phenomenon as Cyclone Remal unleashed torrential rainfall, resulting in record-breaking precipitation levels not observed in over six decades. The deluge, exceeding 200 mm within a 24-hour period, marks the most substantial rainfall recorded in the state since 1957, according to reports from the Disaster Management Authority. “After 67 years, Tripura […]

Guwahati Braces for Cyclone Remal’s Impact: Heavy Rainfall and Gusty Winds

On May 28, Guwahati witnessed heavy rainfall and strong winds as Cyclone Remal made its presence felt in Northeast India. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that temperatures in Assam remained below 30 degrees Celsius, with Silchar recording a temperature of 31.2 degrees Celsius. The shift in weather conditions comes as a welcome relief for […]