Met officials expect good rainfall in PunjabJuly 31st, 2009 CHANDIGARH - There is some good news for Punjab farmers as the weatherman here has predicted heavy and long spells of rain in the region in the coming days. "We had short spells of moderate to heavy rainfall in some parts of central Punjab in the morning.
Plenty of rain in Orissa, more expectedJuly 13th, 2009 BHUBANESWAR - Residents of Orissa have reason to cheer as the state has been getting plenty of rain in the last few days and the weatherman Monday predicted an average monsoon and heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next couple of days. "In Orissa there is no problem of rain.
Rain in neighbouring states brings down mercury in DelhiJuly 9th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Rainfall in the neighbouring states brought down the day temperature in the national capital which, however, continued to experience muggy weather Thursday, the Met Office said. The maximum temperature Thursday settled at 37.2 degrees Celsius - three degrees less from Wednesday's 40.6 degrees Celsius - while the minimum was recorded at 29.1 degrees Celsius.
Rain in store for parched DelhiJuly 9th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Just a hint of the monsoon a week ago and days of parched weather but still the weatherman says there is hope - the capital may finally receive a few showers Thursday giving some relief from the muggy weather. There will generally be cloudy skies with a possibility of rain and thundershowers during the day, said an official at the India Meteorological Department here.
Chandigarh may get rain Friday, says weathermanJuly 9th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - There is good news for residents of Chandigarh and the neighbouring areas as the weatherman has forecast rain for the region Friday and with it a respite from the hot and humid conditions. "The first week of July is the time when we expect good amount of rainfall but this year it has remained dry in most parts of Punjab and Haryana.
Delhi expected to get rain for third consecutive dayJune 12th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites will continue to enjoy respite from scorching heat Friday with rain expected to hit the capital for the third consecutive day, a meteorological official said. While the maximum temperature will hover around 40 degrees Celsius, the minimum temperature is likely to remain around 27 degrees.
Rains bring respite to DelhiitesMay 31st, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites woke up to a pleasant morning Sunday as rains led to a drop in temperatures. The capital recorded 43.4 mm rain, and the met department predicted more showers.
Weatherman expects rain in DelhiMay 29th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites can expect some respite from the scorching heat Friday with met officials predicting rain and thunderstorm in the evening. "There will be some respite from sweltering heat as capital will receive rain and thundershowers towards the evening.
More rain, thunderstorm in store for DelhiMay 23rd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites can continue to enjoy a respite from the scorching heat with the weatherman predicting rain and thunderstorm in the capital late Saturday. "The weather will remain pleasant today with cloudy skies.
Rain brings respite from heat for DelhiitesMay 22nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - A spell of rain Friday afternoon brought some respite from heat for the residents of the capital. Though the mercury is likely to dip, the humidity is set to rise, the weatherman said.
Mid-afternoon rain brings relief for DelhiitesMay 22nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - A spell of mid-afternoon rain Friday brought some respite from heat for the residents of the capital. The mercury was likely to dip and humidity set to rise, the weatherman said.
More in rain in store for DelhiMay 5th, 2009 NEW DELHI - If the bright start to the day has got you worried about the scorching heat returning, don't lose heart. The weatherman promises a pleasant Tuesday with some rain likely in the evening.
Delhi receives scanty rainfallFebruary 9th, 2009 NEW DELHI - After days of dry weather, Delhi Tuesday received scanty rainfall accompanied by cool winds. The weatherman has forecast more rain and thundershowers during the night.
Delhi's winter far from over: weathermanFebruary 1st, 2009 NEW DELHI - Don't let the warm winter sun and the calm winds fool you into shedding your woollens. As temperatures remain close to normal, the weatherman warns of another cold spell.
Winter hasn't gone yet, says weathermanJanuary 31st, 2009 NEW DELHI - Don't pack up your woollens just yet, caution weather officials as they predict another cold spell in the capital city. After weeks of temperatures remaining well above normal, Delhi finally recorded normal temperatures Sunday, a met official said.