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Thursday, April 30, 2026
TopicArtificial Rain

Topic: Artificial Rain

News channels dialled up the science on artificial rain all day — then asked us to pray

TV news channels assured viewers that once the cloud-seeding was completed, rain could be expected anytime. 'Jab chaho, baarish kar lo,' claimed Times Now Navbharat.

0.1 mm of rain in Noida & AQI down by 20 points—how Delhi’s cloud seeding trial went

Moisture content remained low at 10-15%, which is not ideal for cloud seeding, but this situation is suitable for judging effectiveness in low-moisture conditions, says IIT Kanpur.

Delhi govt claims cloud seeding trial a success but don’t expect rain just yet. ‘It’s not like magic’

Delhi government & IIT Kanpur plan to hold 9-10 more cloud seeding trials in coming days in bid to combat air pollution, but experts say weather conditions are not favourable.

What is cloud seeding? Does it really work?

In India, states like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka have conducted cloud seeding experiments since the 1970s, but none of them were for air pollution.

Delhi govt pushes ahead with cloud seeding, sets aside Rs 3 cr

To test efficacy of cloud seeding in curbing air pollution, BJP-led Delhi govt plans five trials beginning later this month in city's outskirts. IIT Kanpur will oversee implementation.

Delhi govt pressing for artificial rain to help clear up smog, in talks to bring back odd-even

Delhi’s environment minister Gopal Rai said Tuesday govt is in talks for work-from-home options if pollution levels in Delhi continue to remain in severe-plus zone—above 450—in coming days.

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New promo video by PLA Navy is a teaser of China’s deep blue capabilities

Rather than functioning as conventional propaganda, the video operates as a device for interpretation, subtly shaping expectations about future developments in China’s naval trajectory.

Adani’s giant copper plant hits technical setbacks in first year

The 500,000 tonne-per-year plant produced just 94,000 tonnes of refined copper from April 2025 to February this year.

Indian drone tech company ideaForge signs MoU with Japanese firm to develop next-gen AI powered drones

By pairing Indian drone engineering with Japanese semiconductor expertise, the two firms aim to develop more advanced autonomous systems tailored to both defence & commercial use.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.