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India faces weakest monsoon in nearly two decades as El Nino strengthens

India is heading for its weakest monsoon in nearly two decades, with rainfall expected to be around 15% below normal, according to two senior weather department sources. This would make it the lowest rainfall since 2009 and nearly double the IMDs initial deficit forecast of 8%.

24 Aug 2026 8:44 pm