The people of Harappan city Dholavira understood the local hydrology and monsoon patterns, using this knowledge to make their city thrive despite heavy rainfall.
IMD says 'atmosphere moving towards La Nina conditions, which is good,' adding that 'intensity of rain will get better and July is likely to end in a surplus'.
With forecast of 106% LPA rainfall, IMD announces favourable conditions for monsoon's advance. Climate models indicate warmer El Niño conditions likely to end by August-September.
Below-average rains in 2023 depleted reservoir levels and hit food production. The government responded by imposing curbs on exports of sugar, rice, onions, and wheat.
Northeast India, which ‘historically have received good rainfall’ is witnessing a change in monsoon patterns. Global warming could be behind it, says Skymet.
According to World Meteorological Organization, with El Niño waning, there's a chance India will see a regular monsoon this yr, but experts point to other factors that may play spoilsport.
Releasing Export Preparedness Index report, NITI Aayog CEO says Centre has ‘ticked a lot of boxes’, & responsibility of driving the next phase of export growth now rests with states.
The proposed project costing about Rs 3.25 lakh crore will entail procurement of 18 aircraft in fly away condition & the rest made in India with up to 60% indigenous content.
UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.
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