News for 'heavy rain'

Red alert in Kerala's 7 districts as heavy rains lash state, 4 killed

Red alert in Kerala's 7 districts as heavy rains lash state, 4 killed

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

IMD issued red alerts for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam and Idukki districts.

Heavy rains lash Madhya Pradesh

Heavy rains lash Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com31 Jul 2006

Several schools in the state declared a holiday as traffic was disrupted due to inundation of low-lying areas.

IPL 2026: Why Was Hardik Examining Sooryavanshi's Bat?

IPL 2026: Why Was Hardik Examining Sooryavanshi's Bat?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

MI's bowlers spent considerable time discussing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at their pre-game team meetings.

Taiwan: Typhoon brings heavy rains

Taiwan: Typhoon brings heavy rains

Rediff.com5 Aug 2005

Typhoon Matsa brings heavy rains in Taiwan

Heavy rain washes out NZ vs India 2nd ODI in Hamilton

Heavy rain washes out NZ vs India 2nd ODI in Hamilton

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

The second One-day International between India and New Zealand in Hamilton on Sunday was abandoned because of rain.

North India swelters under brutal heatwave; UP's Banda hottest

North India swelters under brutal heatwave; UP's Banda hottest

Rediff.com20 May 2026

North India is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 48 degrees Celsius in some areas. Several states have issued warnings and advisories as the heatwave is expected to continue.

Heavy rains give Mumbaikars the Monday blues

Heavy rains give Mumbaikars the Monday blues

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Heavy, continuous rains for the past two days have dampened the spirits of Mumbaikars, as they had to contend with waterlogged roads and heavy traffic.

Heavy rains lash Kerala; red alert issued in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur by IMD

Heavy rains lash Kerala; red alert issued in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur by IMD

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

The heavy rains led to water level in various dams in the state rising to the red alert mark, prompting the government to open one of the shutters of Cheruthoni dam of Idukki reservoir in the afternoon.

Army deployed in Pune residential area as heavy rain, dam water flood city

Army deployed in Pune residential area as heavy rain, dam water flood city

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

In view of the discharge of water from the Khadakwasla, Mulshi, Pavana and other dams in the Pune region, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde directed authorities to be alert and shift people from dangerous zones to safer places.

Heavy rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Heavy rains lash Delhi; cause traffic jams, waterlogging

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Traffic was severely affected due to heavy rains.

Heavy rains in Kerala, red alert for four districts

Heavy rains in Kerala, red alert for four districts

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

A Red alert, indicating heavy to very heavy rains of over 20 cm in 24 hours, has been sounded for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathnamthitta and Alappuzha districts on December 3, while Orange alert (6 cm to 20 cm rains)for Kottayam, Ernakulam and Idukki districts the same day.

Now, North, South Blocks to showcase 5,000 years of Indian history

Now, North, South Blocks to showcase 5,000 years of Indian history

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Work has commenced on restoring the North and South Blocks to their original design, paving the way for the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum project, with a target completion date for the first phase set for 2028.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Sister: 'You've Been Abusing Me, My Family'

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Sister: 'You've Been Abusing Me, My Family'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Shreyas Iyer's sister Shresta Iyer speaks up about facing brutal trolling during IPL 2026.

IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rain in Mumbai, suburbs in next 24 hours

IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rain in Mumbai, suburbs in next 24 hours

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

The India meteorological department's Mumbai centre has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in the city and suburbs in the next 24 hours, with a possibility of occasional gusty winds reaching 50-60 kmph, the official said.

Heavy rains create havoc in Bollywood

Heavy rains create havoc in Bollywood

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Heavy rain leaves Mumbai water-logged

Heavy rain leaves Mumbai water-logged

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

"Water logging was reported in central Mumbai's Byculla, Parel, Mahalaxmi, Mahim, Goregaon and Milan Subway in the western suburbs following the rains," a Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) official said.

Bollywood struck by heavy rains

Bollywood struck by heavy rains

Rediff.com5 Jul 2006

Days after heavy rain, parts of Chennai still under water

Days after heavy rain, parts of Chennai still under water

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The government said relief activities have been expedited and that efforts to pump out stagnant water were on in different places in the city.

After dry spell, Mumbai wakes up to heavy rain

After dry spell, Mumbai wakes up to heavy rain

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The India Meteorological Department on Tuesday had predicted heavy rainfall for the next two days due to what it called cyclonic circulation around the maximum city.

IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, predicts heavy rain

IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, predicts heavy rain

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The rest of Maharashtra was very likely to get rain and thundershowers in isolated places during this period, the official informed.

Storm crosses TN coast, 14 killed in heavy rains

Storm crosses TN coast, 14 killed in heavy rains

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Intense showers battered Chennai and other northern regions of Tamil Nadu on Thursday while the depression over Bay of Bengal crossed the coast by evening.

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

The metropolis has received heavy rains in the last 24 hours.

Heavy rains lash Himachal, most rivers in spate

Heavy rains lash Himachal, most rivers in spate

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

Heavy rains continued to lash various parts of Himachal Pradesh, disrupting normal life in lower and mid hills while most of the rivers are in spate due to sudden rise in water level due to rains in catchments areas.

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

A car belonging to a CPI(M) rebel supporter was partially burnt in Mathamangalam, Kerala, amid post-election violence. The incident follows other attacks, including the burning of a shed owned by a rebel leader and attacks on supporters.

Heavy rains lash north India, Himachal CM stranded

Heavy rains lash north India, Himachal CM stranded

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

About 1000 tourists and locals were stranded at various places, including 800 in Sangla alone and heavy rains were hampering the rescue operations, officials said on Monday.

Heavy rains cool political tempers in Ahmedabad

Heavy rains cool political tempers in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com28 Jul 2008

Luck is once again favouring Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi. The Modi government was facing a difficult time due to inadequate rainfall in the state. But today's rains will help the economy in general and Modi's regime in particular.

'Ahlan Modi' Abu Dhabi event scaled down after heavy rains in UAE

'Ahlan Modi' Abu Dhabi event scaled down after heavy rains in UAE

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

It was earlier reported that 60,000 people had already confirmed, via a website set up to register attendees, to attend the event to be attended by only Indian-origin persons.

PHOTOS: Heavy rains, traffic halt Delhi

PHOTOS: Heavy rains, traffic halt Delhi

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

People were seen wading through knee-deep water in several areas. Commuters, too, had a hard time as vehicular traffic crawled on the roads clogged with long tailbacks.

Heavy rains lash Delhi, 2 killed

Heavy rains lash Delhi, 2 killed

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Life came to a standstill in many parts of the national capital on Tuesday due to record overnight rains which led to heavy water logging in several areas resulting in chaotic traffic jams.

Cloud burst, landslides, heavy rains plague Uttarakhand

Cloud burst, landslides, heavy rains plague Uttarakhand

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Fresh incidents of cloudburst, landslides and house collapses were reported in Uttarakhand after moderate to heavy rains lashed the state.

Himachal cloudburst, landslide toll rises to 51; heavy rains hamper rescue op

Himachal cloudburst, landslide toll rises to 51; heavy rains hamper rescue op

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Many people are feared trapped following two landslides at Shiv temple in the Summer Hill area and the Fagli area of Shimla city.

AP: Heavy rains claim 12

AP: Heavy rains claim 12

Rediff.com10 Jul 2005

PHOTOS: Heavy rains slow down Mumbai

PHOTOS: Heavy rains slow down Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

Mumbai city witnessed heavy rains for the second day on Sunday.

Heavy rains pound Chennai, inundate roads; 3 dead

Heavy rains pound Chennai, inundate roads; 3 dead

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

It was a repeat of scenes witnessed last month as motorists struggled to manoeuvre their vehicles on flooded roads and subways while showers led to traffic congestion in Chennai and suburbs.

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

McLaren reaches 1,000 Formula One starts, joins exclusive milestone club

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

In terms of achievement, McLaren are the second most successful Formula One team of all time with 203 grand prix victories since the first in 1968.

Tulsi lake overflows after heavy rains in Mumbai, relief from water cut likely

Tulsi lake overflows after heavy rains in Mumbai, relief from water cut likely

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

This is expected to bring relief to citizens facing 10 per cent water cut since the beginning of this month.

Heavy rains kill 22 in Himachal; flood alert in Delhi

Heavy rains kill 22 in Himachal; flood alert in Delhi

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

All educational institutions in Shimla and Kullu districts will remain closed on Monday as heavy to extremely heavy rains continue to lash the state, district officials said.

Waterlogging, traffic snarls after heavy rains in Delhi

Waterlogging, traffic snarls after heavy rains in Delhi

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Streets were waterlogged near the Civic Centre at Minto Road and also in Civil Lines area where various cars were seen half-submerged in water.

Heavy rains claim two lives in Mumbai

Heavy rains claim two lives in Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Sep 2005

The city has been experiencing heavy rains since September 9.

Landslide on WEH after heavy rain, traffic disrupted

Landslide on WEH after heavy rain, traffic disrupted

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The south-bound traffic was diverted to another road, the fire control room official said, adding that work was on to remove the debris from the road.