Weather

Chhattisgarh conducts flood‑disaster mock drills in all 33 districts

The state government carried out coordinated flood‑disaster mock drills across all 33 districts of Chhattisgarh to test readiness and response mechanisms.

21 Aug 2026

Pakistan’s emissions raise annual PM2.5 levels in Delhi NCR and Punjab, report says

A recent Economic Times report finds that cross‑border pollution from Pakistan is a major contributor to the yearly average PM2.5 concentration in the National Capital Region and Punjab.

21 Aug 2026

Kerala Schools Shut on Aug 21 Amid Heavy Rain Alert

The Kerala state government has announced a holiday for schools on August 21 as the Indian Meteorological Department issued a rain warning for the region.

21 Aug 2026

Yellow weather alert issued, Tricity stays dry

A yellow weather alert was issued for the Tricity region, but no rainfall has been recorded so far, keeping the area dry.

21 Aug 2026

Heavy Monsoon Rains Trigger Landslide Risks Across Hill Regions in Multiple Indian States

Intense monsoon showers have battered several Indian states, raising concerns over landslides in hilly areas as rainfall eases in Maharashtra.

21 Aug 2026

Bhavnagar Hits Gujarat’s Record High Temperature as Light Rain Expected for Next Week

Bhavnagar recorded the highest temperature ever observed in Gujarat, while meteorologists note two active weather systems will bring light showers over the next seven days.

21 Aug 2026

IMD issues red alert for very heavy rainfall in Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal

The India Meteorological Department has raised a red alert, warning of very heavy rainfall across Odisha and the Gangetic belt of West Bengal.

21 Aug 2026

Marathwada records 18% rainfall shortfall, Latur and Parbhani hardest hit

The Marathwada region of Maharashtra is facing an 18% deficit in rainfall, with the districts of Latur and Parbhani experiencing the greatest shortfall, according to Mid-Day.

21 Aug 2026

Heavy Rain Triggers School Closures on August 21, 2026 – State‑wise Updates

Heavy rain across several Indian states on August 21 has led to school closures, with education authorities issuing holiday notices and providing state‑wise updates.

21 Aug 2026

Heavy Rains Close 156 Roads in Himachal Pradesh, Monsoon Death Toll Hits 88

Monsoon rains in Himachal Pradesh forced the shutdown of 156 roads and have so far caused 88 fatalities across the state.

21 Aug 2026

Blind Volunteer Satyaranjan Nayak Aids Flood Victims in Odisha

Blind activist Satyaranjan Nayak has been actively assisting communities affected by recent floods in Odisha, distributing aid and providing on‑ground support.

21 Aug 2026

Safety Concerns Over Hirakud Dam as Heavy Rain Threatens Mahanadi River

Kanak News Odisha warns that heavy rainfall in the Mahanadi basin could stress the Hirakud Dam, prompting safety concerns.

21 Aug 2026