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Odisha Skymet pact boosts farmers with weather tech
04-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Odisha joins Skymet to launch the WINDS project, delivering real-time weather data to help farmers plan crops and manage climate risks.
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India’s unpredictable monsoon reshapes farm future
04-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
India’s changing monsoon patterns disrupt sowing, water security, and climate resilience, forcing a rethink of agricultural strategies.
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Anna Univ tool aids gender-inclusive climate planning
03-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Anna University pilots toolkit for gender-responsive climate adaptation in agriculture and water sectors to boost resilience in Tamil Nadu’s Rajapalayam.
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Above-normal July rains to aid Indian farm, economy
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
India expects above-normal July rainfall, boosting kharif sowing and economic outlook, while helping contain inflation, says IMD.
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Public-Private-Farmer pact vital for climate farming
30-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Nagpur dialogue stresses policy, tech, and farmer partnerships to build climate-ready agriculture for India amid worsening soil and weather challenges.
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IMD warns of heavy rain as monsoon intensifies in India
28-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across India this week as multiple weather systems strengthen the monsoon. Stay alert for travel disruptions.
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Asia faces record heat, disasters in 2024: WMO report
26-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
WMO's 2024 Asia Climate Report warns of extreme heat, floods, and glacier loss. Asia warming twice as fast as global rate, urgent action needed.
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ADB, CGIAR unveils $1.5B climate-smart rice farming drive
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
ADB, CGIAR, and Gates Foundation launch $1.5B plan to scale sustainable, low-carbon rice farming for smallholder farmers across Asia-Pacific.
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IMD forecasts heavy rain across 20+ states
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
India braces for widespread rain from June 24–29 with IMD issuing alerts for Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar, Odisha, Delhi, and more.
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Wildlife, erratic monsoons threatens crops: Farmers need real support now
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
As wildlife raids and erratic monsoons devastate crops, experts call for fair, fast compensation and farmer-friendly solutions for sustainable co-existence.
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Above-normal monsoon to boost farm output, say experts
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
IMD predicts above-normal monsoon in 2025. Experts optimistic about crop yield but warn that uneven rain distribution could impact regional farm output.
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Less rain, evaporation stress maize in Marathwada region, says official
23-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Maize crops in Maharashtra's Marathwada region face water stress due to 31% less rainfall and high evaporation rates, warn agriculture officials.
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JKCIP review meeting focuses on climate-resilient farming
20-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
JK Agriculture Secretary reviews JKCIP progress, stresses timely execution, innovation, and inclusive growth in 2025–26 work plan.
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FAIFA report urges climate-smart farming push in India
05-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
FAIFA's new report highlights climate-resilient tech adoption, urges targeted subsidies and reforms to secure Indian farmers’ future.
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Early monsoon rains slightly hit onion, tomato output
02-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Early southwest monsoon and surplus May rains slightly impact onion and tomato crops in Maharashtra and Karnataka, say traders and experts.
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Maharashtra to compensate farmers hit by rain damage
31-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
Farmers in Maharashtra will receive compensation after unseasonal rains damaged crops, homes, and livestock across multiple districts in April and May.
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IMD forecasts above-normal monsoon rainfall for 2025
28-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts 106% of LPA rainfall in 2025, indicating an above-normal monsoon, with positive implications for agriculture.
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IMD predicts 106% of average rainfall; crop output set to rise
27-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
India is poised for a stronger-than-usual Southwest Monsoon in 2025, bringing a wave of optimism for farmers and rural communities. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday forecast above-normal rainfall between June and September, predicting 106% of the Long Period Average (LPA) with a margin of error of ±4%.
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Meghalaya CM launches ₹516 Cr climate water project in Garo Hills
27-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a major push towards sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and rural development, Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma recently launched the ₹516 crore Climate-Adaptive Community-Based Water Harvesting Project (CACbWHP) in North Garo Hills.
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MP minister urges climate action in agriculture at Bhopal Policy Dialogue
14-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
Framing climate change as an urgent and immediate threat to Indian agriculture, Madhya Pradesh’s Minister for Cooperation, Sports & Youth Welfare, Shri Vishvas Kailash Sarang, on Wednesday made a clarion call for intensified awareness and collective action.
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Early monsoon arrival spurs optimism for bumper harvest
11-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a promising development for Indian agriculture, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted an early arrival of the southwest monsoon, expected to hit the Kerala coast on May 27—five days ahead of its usual onset.
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Innovative Crops Help Indian Farmers Reduce CO2 Emissions and Boost Income
17-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a significant development that promises to transform the agricultural landscape of India, farmers across the country are adopting innovative crops that not only help in reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions but also significantly increase their income.
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New Climate Change Impact Prediction Tool Analyzes Food Production and Financial Risks
13-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.
A groundbreaking study by researchers at the University of California San Diego offers a new tool for predicting how climate change will impact food production and financial institutions.
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India Boasts Advanced Early Warning System for Disasters
11-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.
India's weather forecasting capabilities received a strong endorsement from Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). He spoke during a recent Pre-Cyclone Exercise held in preparation for the upcoming April-June 2024 season.
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Digital tools discussed for climate-smart farming in rainfed areas
07-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
The National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) hosted a national workshop recently in New Delhi to explore "Digital Forecasting Techniques and Decision Support System for Climate Resilient Agriculture in Rainfed Eco-systems."
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Top 10 Grape diseases ravaging India amidst climate change
19-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
India, the world's second-largest grape producer, is facing a formidable challenge – a surge in grape diseases attributed to the ever-worsening climate crisis.
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India's Rice output could decline by 5% due to uneven rains
01-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
India's rice output is projected to decline by 5% in the 2023-2024 crop year due to uneven rains in key rice-producing states, according to a report by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
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NCDEX partners with Skymet Weather Services to enhance understanding of climate impact on agri commodities
17-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.
National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Ltd. (NCDEX), India's premier Commodity Exchange, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Skymet Weather Services, a renowned authority in weather analytics.
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Fasal inks MoU with IMD on weather forecast models to make farming climate-smart
26-May-2022 - 0 Comments.
Fasal, India's earliest full-stack agtech solutions company, today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for research collaboration.
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Increased rainfall very likely along West Coast from July 9
07-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
As per the weather forecast bulletin of India Meteorological Department (IMD), due to strengthening of southwest monsoon over Arabian Sea, enhanced rainfall activity is very likely along the west coast from 9 July 2021.
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Excess irrigation over northern India shifting monsoons towards northwest risking agriculture
06-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
Climate researchers have discovered that excess irrigation over northern India shifts the September monsoon rainfall towards the north-western part of the subcontinent increases widespread weather extremes over Central India. These meteorological hazards expose vulnerable farmers and their crops to risks of failure.
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NLM continues to pass; Due to approaching of westerlies winds, northwest part progress likely to be slow
15-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The Northern Limit of Monsoon (NLM) continues to pass through 20.5°N/ Long. 60°E, Diu, Surat, Nandurbar, Bhopal, Nowgong, Hamirpur, Barabanki, Bareilly, Saharanpur, Ambala, and Amritsar.
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Southwest Monsoon advances towards south Gujarat, remaining parts of Maharashtra & Telangana
10-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department: (Thursday 10 June 2021, MID-DAY, Time of Issue: 1345 hours IST)
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Southwest monsoon advanced further into entire coastal Karnataka, Goa, some parts of Maharashtra
05-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department: (Saturday 05 June 2021, Time of Issue:16:30 hours IST; Based on 14: 30 hours IST observations) all India weather inference (evening) Southwest monsoon has further advanced into more parts central Arabian Sea, entire coastal Karnataka, Goa, some parts of Maharashtra, most parts north Interior Karnataka, some parts of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, more parts of Tamil Nadu, more parts of central Bay of Bengal and some parts of northeast Bay of Bengal today the 5 June 2021.
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FAIFA pleads to PM for immediate economic relief package for farmers hit by cyclone Nivar
02-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat etc. today urged Honorable Prime Minister to take swift action to bring relief to farmers hit by cyclone Nivar.
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Weather, climate research gear up for innovation in India finds Department of Science and Technology webinar
26-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
The impact of climate variability on agriculture was highlighted in a panel discussion conducted under the aegis of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
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One Nation - One Scheme to benefit farmers, urged to enroll for Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, PHDCCI webinar
09-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Agri-Business Committee of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry has organized a webinar on Webinar on Crop and extreme weather Insurance in India Challenges and the Way Forward today.
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Rainfall very likely over central & adjoining east India during next 3 days and increase in intensity & distribution thereafter
01-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
The National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorological Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department (IMD)
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NCDEX introduces nation’s first monsoon index
16-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
India's leading agricultural commodity Exchange, National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) has launched two national-level rainfall-based indices that would track the systematic rainfall movement in the country.
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Southwest monsoon advances over entire Maharashtra, south Gujarat, parts of central & East India
14-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorology Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department Advance of Southwest Monsoon till 14 June 2020.
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This year rainfall in India is most likely to be normal, says IMD
02-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) today issued the second stage of Long Range Forecast Update for the 2020 Southwest Monsoon Rainfall.
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Two low pressure areas formed in Arabian Sea, Lakshadweep area, says IMD
31-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department a low pressure area formed over southeast & adjoining east central Arabian Sea and Lakshadweep area in the early morning and persisted over the same region during forenoon of the 31 May 2020.
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Super Cyclonic Storm AMPHAN: Warning issued to West Bengal and north Odisha coasts
19-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
According to the latest release (at 1100 Hrs. IST) by the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Cyclone Warning Division of the India Meteorological Department:
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Southwest monsoon to hit Kerala on June 5, IMD report
17-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
The National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department has said that this year, the onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala is likely to be slightly delayed as compared to the normal date of onset of 1 June.
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India release weather forecast for next five days
10-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
The National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department, has come out with its Summary and Forecast for All India weather over the next five days
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Agri experts, Microsoft India to process weather data, to boost yield and profit
04-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Scientists, meteorologists, start-ups and Microsoft India are coming together to crunch weather data to help farmers beat climate risks and boost yield and profit.
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India's next generation agromet advisory service can boost yield by USD 430 BN, believes ICRISAT scientist
03-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Data with the Indian government suggests that agromet advisories have the potential to yield benefits worth over US $ 430 billion for India’s 90 million agricultural households.
