RAINS IN GURGAON
Delhi-Gurgaon travellers take note, this road to remain closed for 4 days. Check latest police advisory here
Delhi Traffic Police issue advisory for NH-48 due to ongoing NHAI work near Gurugram, affecting traffic for 3-4 days. Waterlogging at Okhla Underpass restricts movement; casualties reported from heavy rains in Delhi-NCR. Despite challenges, Delhi Metro records over 69 lakh journeys with 99.95% punctuality.
Delhi: IMD issues orange alert, predicts heavy rains for Saturday and Sunday, warns flooding
IMD announces Southwest monsoon onset in Delhi with heavy rainfall predicted on June 29-30. An orange alert has been issued, warning of potential flooding and road closures. Temperatures will range from 28°C to 36°C with moderate to heavy rain and gusty winds. Residents should expect minor traffic disruptions and are advised to exercise caution in waterlogged areas.
Rains lash Delhi and surrounding areas in pleasant surprise. Check IMD's weather forecast
Delhi experienced scattered rainfall and thunderstorms, offering relief from the heat. The India Meteorological Department forecasts similar weather patterns, including the impact of an intense Western Disturbance and moisture influx from the Arabian Sea.
Delhi-NCR receive moderate rain, showers likely to continue today
Residents of the National Capital Region (NCR) and Delhi woke up to a fresh spell of moderate rain on Wednesday, providing a much-needed relief from the humid atmosphere.
Fallout of Haryana violence: Young startups may explore other cities as unrest, rains pause work in Gurgaon
The city has reported sporadic incidents of violence since Monday's clashes in the neighbouring Nuh district, resulting in a host of companies asking employees to work from home. "These incidents have the potential to disrupt the mindset of the investor and startup community. People need to be comforted on an immediate basis with strong measures," said Vikram Gupta, founder and managing partner of IvyCap Ventures.
Online deliveries in deep water after heavy rains as monsoon lashes northern India
Heavy rains in urban areas, including Delhi and the National Capital Region, have severely affected online deliveries. The flooding of roads and the overwhelmed drainage system caused delivery services such as Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto, and Milk Basket to stop accepting orders. Many consumers, especially those in need of daily essentials, food, and medicine during the pandemic feel cut off. Restaurants are also facing severe disruption, with kitchen operations, supplies, and dine-ins being hampered as well.
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Schools in these states to remain closed today due to rains
Heavy rains and strong winds pounded several parts of north India, with many states announcing closure of schools on Monday. Railway services have also been hit.
Delhi wakes up to rain, more showers likely over next 2 days
The IMD has issued a forecast of high-intensity rain for 2-3 days in Delhi. "This week, North-West India, including Delhi, will witness rain, the intensity of the rain will be high for 2-3 days, and the intensity will reduce after that. There will be some relief from the heat during this period," Charan Singh, Head of IMD, Delhi, said on Saturday.
Heavy rains paralyse life in Gurugram: Work from home for corporates; schools to remain closed on Monday
Severe waterlogging was reported from Himgiri Chowk, Aggarwal Dharmshala Chowk, Sheetla Mata Mandir Road, Kanhai Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, MG Road, and Sohna Road among others. Areas like Udyog Vihar, Rosewood City, Malibu Town, Sector 14, 17, and 31 among others remained inundated for several hours.
Heavy rains lash Gurugram, waterlogging reported in many areas
Private weather forecaster said that many parts of NCR, including Gurugram, could also see heavy rainfall tomorrow as well.
Centre highlights cities that have curbed urban flooding
As Davanagere got selected as a smart city under the Centre's flagship mission, it got additional funds and decided to initiate projects to curb urban flooding. "We surveyed the city's existing drainage network-an exercise which took six months," Ravindra B Mallapur, managing director, Davanagere Smart City, told ET. "After survey, we gauged where the city needed storm water drains. The projects were first undertaken in the area under Davanagere Smart City and then even outside."
Tired of Delhi-NCR rains already? Check out Snapdeal founder's funny take on the waterlogging woes
Kunal Bahl posted a video of Gurugram's waterlogged road on social media.
Delhi rains: Gurugram issues WFH advisory, schools remain shut
The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), advised corporate offices and private institutions to guide employees to work from home to avoid traffic congestion.
Zomato Instant in extended pilot mode, Bengaluru startups face rain havoc
“There are a bunch of areas we are making progress. Some of the larger sticky points may take a little more time...specially when a matter is sub-judice…that also has an impact on how fast we can move on it.” The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is examining complaints made by National Restaurants Association of India (NRAI) alleging “unfair pricing practices” by aggregators.
Heat waves, floods and heavy rain: India battling climate change and it is getting worse, warn experts
The spectre of climate change is here to stay and even worsen, say climate scientists as searing winds blow across swathes of north India, including New Delhi where temperatures have crossed 49 degrees Celsius, and flash floods ravage parts of the northeast.
Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record for Monsoon; Airport forecourt, key roads waterlogged
Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that he spoke to airport officials and "was told that the waterlogged forecourt was cleared up within 30 minutes".
Rain, hailstorm lash parts of Delhi
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said parts of South Delhi reported hailstorm around 7:30 am. More rain and hailstorms are predicted during the day, it said. Residents in neighbouring Gurgaon shared video clips of hailstorm there.
Delhi's air quality significantly improves after rain, but respite may not last long
Delhi's air quality significantly improved Thursday after rainfall managed to wash away pollutants but authorities warned that the respite would not last long due to unfavourable weather.
Rain, sowing data and labour movement predict an early and plentiful harvest
Three decades of liberalisation and attempts to transform into an industrial nation notwithstanding, India remains an economy largely dependent on monsoons and agriculture. Nearly 60% of its population still lives off farms and allied activities. Good prices for farm produce means higher incomes in rural India, consumer durables and discretionary goods.
Delhi's air quality in 'poor' category, minimum temp at 8 degrees Celsius
According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 283 at 7.43 am and deteriorated slightly to 286 at 9.40 am. At 9 am on Sunday, Delhi's air quality index (AQI) was 275, which falls in the "poor" category.
Rains improve Delhi's air quality
The air quality index (AQI) in Delhi stood at 136 at 8.47 am which falls under the 'moderate' category. An AQI between 0-50 is considered 'good', 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor' and 401-500 'severe'. An AQI above 500 falls in the 'severe plus' category.
The neglect of girl child keeps Delhi's backyard, Mewat, most backward
Why is Mewat in Haryana the worst performing district in India? It is just 80 km from Delhi, but ranks below some of the known backward districts of Bihar and UP. ET finds out
Municipal Corporation of Gurugram starts pre-rain cleaning
Gurgaon MLA Umesh Agarwal recently met officials of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and discussed plans to strengthen storm water evacuation systems.
I personally had no complaints about life in Gurgaon
In 1998, I joined Coca-Cola India, one of the first few companies to move to Gurgaon. I remember commuting from Noida, where I lived, to the office in less than 40 minutes, said Kini.
Traffic crawls as heavy rains lash Gurgaon
Hero Honda Chowk, Sohna Road, Manesar, Udyog Vihar, Old Gurgaon Road and Rajeev Chowk witnessed waterlogging and choked traffic movement after heavy rainfall from 8:30 am to 10:30 am.
After mocking Gurujam, the joke is now on Delhi
Waterlogging on almost all the major arterial roads lead to massive traffic snarls in south and central Delhi. Ring Road and Outer Ring Road were the worst-affected.
Waterlogging and traffic jams due to rain throw businesses in Gurgaon and Bengaluru into deep water
With poor street lighting, open manholes and the possibility of exposed electric wiring, companies are also worried about employee safety.
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