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Mumbai to face 10% water cut from May 15 over El Nino fears

Mumbai to face 10% water cut from May 15 over El Nino fears

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 10 per cent water cut across Mumbai starting May 15, citing concerns over a below-normal monsoon forecast due to the El Nino weather pattern. The current water stock in the city's seven lakes is expected to last until July 6.

Rain fury in Coastal Karnataka throws life out of gear

Rain fury in Coastal Karnataka throws life out of gear

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Official sources said Mangaluru city witnessed 'unforeseen' rainfall, flooding roads, damaging shops and houses.