Western Disturbances
IMD Forecasts 5 Extra Days of Cold Wave Conditions Across Northern and Central India
Dec 02, 2025 12:54 am CST
The India Meteorological Department predicts normal to below-normal temperatures for central India and neighboring regions this winter, with an additional 4-5 days of cold wave conditions expected in northern and central states. Weak La Niña conditions are likely to persist, typically associated with colder winters in northern India. Most regions already experienced below-normal temperatures in November, with more cold spells anticipated in early December.
IIT Delhi Study: Why Cloud Seeding Fails as a Solution for Delhi's Winter Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 01, 2025 01:37 am CST
A comprehensive IIT Delhi study reveals why cloud seeding is ineffective for combating Delhi's winter air pollution, citing insufficient atmospheric moisture during peak pollution months and limited longevity of air quality improvements even when rainfall occurs. The research emphasizes that sustained emission reduction remains the only viable long-term solution, despite recent unsuccessful cloud seeding trials across the Delhi-NCR region.
Climate Change Transforms India's Monsoon: 45% of Country Faces Extreme Rainfall in 2025
Oct 17, 2025 10:09 pm CST
The 2025 Southwest Monsoon has dramatically reshaped India's climate landscape, with 45% of the country experiencing extreme rainfall resulting in over 1,500 deaths. Climate experts attribute this intensification to global warming rather than traditional El Niño or La Niña patterns, with rising sea temperatures, shifting Western Disturbances, and accelerated Himalayan glacial melt creating a perfect storm of environmental challenges that demand urgent adaptation strategies.