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In Uttar Pradesh, 64 districts received less than normal rainfall this monsoon, troubling farmers for crops cultivation. The districts including Jaunpur have been facing drought-like conditions damaging crops. "Our crop is getting damaged. What will rain do later," asks Bhagat Pal, a farmer in the Jaunpur district. As per the IMD, only 11 of the 75 UP districts have received normal rainfall. Although authorities assure rain ahead, farmers are… read-more

Amid Kerala rainfall and various dams continuing to discharge excess water, the concerned weather authority issues red alerts in Kerala. In Many dams of the state, water has been released due to excessive rainfall causing trouble to people in the region as the water level has breached the upper rule curve. Citing an example, the water level at Cheruthoni dam of Idukki reservoir is at 2,385.70 feet, amid drizzling forecast.

The state of Karnataka has been witnessed 30% additional rain in June and July, causing widespread damage to life and property. Karnataka received 450.20mm of rainfall between June 1 and July 17, compared to the usual 347.60mm. The capital city of Bangalore has fallen victim to waterlogging and destruction of property and cars especially in the basement. Meanwhile, coastal areas are witnessing moderate to very heavy rainfall.

The Telangana Education Department declared holidays for schools and educational institutions, amid heavy rainfall till July 18. The decision to extend holidays was taken during a meeting held by State CM K Chandrashekar Rao, with Education Minister P Sabitha Indra Reddy and other officials, considering the rainfall situation in Telangana. Furthermore, the CM also alerted NDRF, SDRF and rescue people after the IMD alert of heavy rainfall for… read-more

Due to a cloudburst in Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh, four people have been reported to be washed away, confirmed officials on July 6. Furthermore, the constant rainfall, landslide and cloudburst, resulted in the washing away of campsites, and properties, causing trouble to the people, stuck in Kullu. The Disaster Management Authority confirmed damaged properties and the bridge connecting to the Chojh village. Furthermore, the rescue… read-more