Himachal facing drought-like conditionsJuly 30th, 2009 SHIMLA - Himachal Pradesh Thursday decided to request the central government for help in the face of drought-like conditions following the lowest monsoon rainfall of the past 20 years. "The entire hill state is passing through drought-like conditions.
Heavy monsoon showers bring respite to apple farmers in Kullu in HimachalJuly 18th, 2009 KULLU - As heavy monsoon rains brought an end to a prolonged dry spell in Himanchal Pradesh's Kullu region, farmers and local resident all around were delighted to welcome rains. Apple farmers, in particular, were ecstatic to witness the heavy rains, as everyone was of the view that this rains would benefit their apple crops.
Weak monsoon predicted in Delhi, neighbourhood: IMDJuly 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Rain gods don't seem to be smiling on the national capital this year as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Tuesday predicted a weak monsoon in Delhi and surrounding areas. According to IMD, northwest India comprising Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh is likely to receive very little rainfall.
Little rain in Himachal on day 3 of monsoonJuly 2nd, 2009 SHIMLA - The southwest monsoon was below normal in Himachal Pradesh Thursday after remaining active during the past two days, weather officials here said. "There was a lull in the monsoon in most parts of the hill state Thursday.
Monsoon progresses further into north IndiaJuly 1st, 2009 NEW DELHI - The southwest monsoon Wednesday advanced further into northern parts of the country, causing rain in Punjab and Haryana, Met officials said here. "The monsoon has further advanced into remaining parts of Punjab, Haryana and isolated parts of north Rajasthan.
Monsoon reaches Delhi, at last (Second Lead)June 30th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The national capital's wait for the rains finally came to an end Tuesday as the monsoon reached the city, bringing with it showers and the much-needed respite from days of scorching heat. The sharp shower in the evening brought smiles to the faces of Delhiites, who have been reeling under acute power and water shortage coupled with rising temperatures over the last few days.
Monsoon at Delhi's doorstepJune 30th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The national capital's wait for the monsoon seems to be nearly over with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting that Delhi will get rain within the next two days. "The monsoon has reached the doorstep of the capital.
Delhi welcomes pre-monsoon showersJune 30th, 2009 NEW DELHI - After days of intense heat and humidity, Delhiites got a pleasant surprise as they woke up to rain Tuesday morning. Although met officials said that these are only pre-monsoon showers, one can expect more rains through the day.
Monsoon reaches Himachal PradeshJune 30th, 2009 SHIMLA - The monsoon reached Himachal Pradesh Tuesday and the state experienced showers throughout the day, leading to a drop in temperature. "The monsoon hit the hill state this (Tuesday) afternoon.
Pre-monsoon showers bring relief to Uttar PradeshJune 29th, 2009 LUCKNOW - Pre-monsoon showers in parts of Uttar Pradesh Monday brought much-needed respite for people in the state, which had been reeling under intense heat for the last three months. Met officials said thundershowers accompanied by cool winds were witnessed this morning in many districts, including Lucknow, Lakhimpur Kheri, Unnao, Faizabad, Sitapur and Rae Bareli.
Drizzle in Delhi brings relief, signals advancing monsoonJune 28th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites heaved a sigh of relief Sunday as brief showers brought the temperature down in the national capital that has been reeling under long power cuts. The drizzle promised the onset of the monsoon in the coming days.
Dust storms, drizzle in Delhi signal advancing monsoonJune 28th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Dust storms and drizzle in Delhi and other parts of north India Sunday afternoon that brought some relief from sweltering heat signal an advancing southwest monsoon, according to met officials. "Dust storms and mild thundershowers like what Delhi experienced today are precursors to the advancing monsoon, India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director General Ajit Tyagi told IANS.
Pre-monsoon showers in Delhi by June-end: OfficialJune 27th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhi and its neighbouring states can expect some respite from the sweltering heat with a Met official Saturday predicting pre-monsoon showers in the region by month-end. "Northern India including Delhi is likely to witness pre-monsoon showers by June-end or the start of July.
Delayed monsoon, scorching sun likely to push Jharkhand into droughtJune 23rd, 2009 RANCHI - With no signs of the heat abating any time soon, farmers in Jharkhand may be in deep trouble. If the monsoon continues to be delayed, the state may find itself facing a drought.
Gujarat gets pre-monsoon showersJune 23rd, 2009 GANDHINAGAR - Amid worries of a delayed monsoon, large parts of Gujarat have received pre-monsoon showers in the 24 hours to Tuesday afternoon, an official said here. A total of 56 sub-districts in 17 districts have witnessed pre-monsoon activity with rains ranging from 3 mm to 10 cm being received during the period, the agriculture department official said.
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