Monsoon

It's monsoon season. Follow these tips to stay safe and prevent illnesses.

A depression has intensified over the northwest Bay of Bengal near the Odisha coast. This system is expected to move northwards and further intensify into a deep depression in next 24 hours, bringing widespread rain to Kerala over the next five days.

Kerala braces for widespread heavy rainfall over the next five days due to a new low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal.

Yercaud boasts natural beauty comparable to Ooty and Kodaikanal.

INCOIS also forecasts waves reaching heights of 3.3 to 3.9 meters and potential sea erosion along the Kerala coast until 8:30 pm on May 29.

The Kannur District Collector announced a complete traffic ban on the Kottiyoor Palchuram-Boys Town road due to the landslide, until further notice. Vehicles are advised to use the Periya Pass-Nidumpoyil road.

Indian Army launched swift flood relief operations in Khadki village, Ahilyanagar district, after heavy rains caused severe waterlogging. Troops from ACC-S rescued stranded residents, working closely with civil authorities amid early monsoon surge.

This article discusses essential safety precautions for riding two-wheelers during heavy rain. It details eight safety guidelines, including avoiding puddles, wearing helmets and raincoats, and controlling speed.

If your vehicle stalls in floodwater, do not attempt to restart it immediately. Move the vehicle out of the water as quickly as possible without starting the engine. Disconnect the battery terminals and take the vehicle to a workshop.

India’s monsoon arrived early in 2025 due to a mix of oceanic and atmospheric triggers, impacting agriculture, water storage, and flood risk.