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15 Sep

HIMACHAL’S MONSOON SPELL TO CONTINUE FOR THREE MORE DAYS; RAIN DAMAGE CROSSES Rs 1,680 CRORE

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set for another three days of monsoon activity, with light to moderate rain forecast across most parts of the state. The Meteorological Department, however, has not issued a heavy rainfall warning for any district, offering some respite amid the continuing wet spell. The ongoing rainfall is expected to bring down maximum temperatures by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the next 72 hours. According to meteorologist Sandeep Sharma, the monsoon is likely to lose strength in Himachal Pradesh from September 18. While there is no indication yet that the season is withdrawing, weather conditions…

11 Sep

Himachal Faces Six-Day Dry Spell as Weekly Rainfall Deficit Touches 56%

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The southwest monsoon has lost momentum in Himachal Pradesh, with the state recording a 56% shortfall in rainfall over the past week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast predominantly dry weather for the next six days, with temperatures likely to climb further. Between September 3 and 10, Himachal received only 17.5 mm of rain, against the normal average of 40 mm for the period. The rainfall deficit has also widened the overall gap for the monsoon season. From June 1 to September 10, the state has received 11% less rainfall than normal. Mercury likely to climb…

08 Sep

Shimla-Kinnaur Highway Blocked by Landslide as Himachal Heads Towards a Drier Spell

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Traffic movement on the Shimla-Kinnaur National Highway-5 came to a standstill early Monday after a major landslide struck the road at Janogghat near Theog, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on either side. The landslide occurred at around 5 am, bringing down two to three large deodar trees along with debris onto the highway. Authorities subsequently closed the stretch to traffic as efforts began to clear the obstruction. The disruption has particularly affected vehicles carrying apples, with dozens of fruit-laden trucks reportedly stuck along the highway. Emergency vehicles have also been unable to cross the affected section, adding…

07 Sep

Himachal Weather: Weak Monsoon to Keep Rain Away for Six Days, Temperatures Set to Rise

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to experience a relatively dry spell over the next six days, with the monsoon expected to remain subdued across the state. The weather department has forecast mostly clear or partly cloudy skies until September 12, with only isolated pockets likely to receive light to moderate showers. With rainfall activity expected to remain limited, temperatures could climb by around 2 to 3 degrees Celsius in the coming days. No district in Himachal Pradesh has been placed under a rainfall alert until September 12. The state has already witnessed a below-normal monsoon this year. Cumulative…

31 Aug

Rain Returns to Himachal After Weak Monsoon Spell; IMD Issues Yellow Alert in 3 Districts

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is seeing a renewed spell of monsoon activity after a week of relatively limited rainfall. Heavy showers were reported in Kangra overnight, while several other parts of the state received rain on Monday. Shimla and surrounding areas also remained under cloudy and unsettled weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Kangra, Mandi and Sirmaur under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall on Monday. According to the weather department, rain is likely to continue at several places across Himachal Pradesh over the next five days, with isolated pockets potentially receiving heavier showers. Rain had…

26 Aug

Himachal Likely to Stay Dry for Three Days as Monsoon Trough Shifts Away, Temperatures Set to Rise

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set for a short spell of relatively dry weather, with rainfall activity expected to remain subdued across the state for the next 72 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies, with partly cloudy conditions possible at some places. The change follows a shift in the position of the monsoon trough, which is currently lying away from Himachal Pradesh. There is also no active Western Disturbance influencing the state at present, reducing the chances of widespread rain in the immediate future. The IMD said the monsoon trough is extending from Jammu…

25 Aug

Himachal Weather Update: Dry Spell to Push Mercury Up, Rain Likely in State From August 29

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): A brief slowdown in monsoon activity is set to bring brighter skies and warmer afternoons to Himachal Pradesh, with temperatures expected to climb by up to 4 degrees Celsius in several areas over the next few days. The change in weather is likely to be most noticeable between August 25 and 28, when most parts of the state are expected to remain predominantly sunny. While the hills will also experience warmer days, the combination of heat and humidity is likely to be more uncomfortable across the lower and plain regions. The minimum temperatures, however, are not expected…

24 Aug

Himachal Assembly Day 3: Vande Mataram Dispute, Unemployment and Gujjar Certificate Row in Spotlight

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The third day of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly's monsoon session is set to begin amid continued political tension, with the dispute surrounding ‘Vande Mataram’ expected to remain at the centre of proceedings. The issue has triggered repeated confrontations between the ruling Congress and opposition BJP since the session began. With the disagreement unresolved after two days, the spotlight is now on Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania, who is expected to consider the matter and may deliver a ruling in the House. BJP-Congress Face-Off Over National Song The controversy erupted on the opening day after the Assembly proceedings began…

24 Aug

Himachal Monsoon Activity Set to Ease, Clearer Weather May Push Temperatures Higher

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Rainfall activity across Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain subdued over the next few days as the monsoon weakens over the hill state. The change in weather pattern is expected to bring longer sunny spells to several areas and could result in a gradual increase in daytime temperatures.The Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain at some places on August 24. However, rainfall is expected to become much less widespread between August 25 and 27, when only isolated light showers are likely.Another spell of light to moderate rain could affect some parts of the state on…

21 Aug

Himachal Monsoon: Rain Likely Till August 22, Weather Set to Improve as Damage Crosses Rs 1,100 Crore

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to get a brief respite from monsoon conditions after another two days of rainfall, with the weather department forecasting mostly clear skies across the state from August 23 to 27. The India Meteorological Department has predicted light to moderate showers in some parts of Himachal on August 21 and 22. A Yellow Alert for heavy rain has been issued for Kangra for August 21, while Kullu, Mandi, Shimla and Solan have also been warned about heavy rainfall. No alert has been issued for the remaining districts. State records rainfall deficit Despite several spells…