Monsoons

Praveer Sinha, CEO of Tata Power, also said the company plans to double its rooftop solar business from the current 25,000 installations per month to 50,000 by the end of FY26.

Monsoon fashion trends: Here's how to build a practical, stylish wardrobe for rainy season

Monsoon fashion dos and don’ts: Monsoon, for some is a mood enhancer, and for many others, it can be a total mood killer. But your wardrobe doesn't have to be! With a few smart choices, you can stay dry, comfortable, and still look chic.

Rainy season foot tips: Keep your feet dry and healthy with these natural remedies

Proper foot care boosts comfort and prevents health issues caused by damp conditions. Here are some simple tips to keep your feet healthy and avoid common problems during the monsoon.

Moody Monsoons: Erratic rains pulled down hydropower generation by 8% in H1FY24 — NHPC

Hydropower comprises about 11 percent of India's energy mix, per the CEA, and is considered to be a flexible mode of power generation. Unlike coal-fired plants, these units can be ramped up and down quickly in keeping with power demand.

11 must-have fashionable rain gear for the monsoons

From classic trench coats to sturdy rain jackets, cute umbrellas and fancy footwear, there’s something for everyone.

PowerWatch | India's power demand remains below 200 GW

The peak demand deficit, which refers to the shortfall in meeting the demand, stood at 64 megawatts (MW) on June 26 against 13 MW on June 25. When the demand goes beyond 210 MW, the peak shortage begins to increase and sometimes crosses 2,000 MW as well.

MC Interview | Don't expect shortage of coal, imports will continue to increase: Coal Secretary

India will continue to expand its coal production capacity by opening new mines and enhancing the existing ones, Amrit Lal Meena, coal secretary, said.

PowerWatch | Power deficit widens as demand begins to rise again

Of the 165 domestic coal-based thermal power plants in the country, only 29 had critical stocks as on May 7.

Will weak monsoons sap rural demand? Rural sector much bigger than just agriculture, says Jefferies

Only 40 percent of rural economy is agriculture, and services and manufacturing account for a substantial chunk of rural incomes.

Rains continue to pound several parts of Karnataka, 12 dead since June 1

The CM, who chaired a meeting of district in-charge Ministers and Deputy Commissioners of 13 rain-affected districts to review the situation there, said rains will continue for another three to four days at various places across the state

Monsoon Update on July 2: Entire country covered, six days in advance

The India Meteorological Department expects well-distributed rainfall in July

Monsoon mayhem can damage your car. Make sure you have motor insurance

A third-party cover, which is mandatory, can only cover the cost of damages incurred on someone else’s car because of you. But monsoon can damage your own car as well. Here is why you need a comprehensive motor insurance cover

Rainfall recorded in August lowest in 19 years: IMD

Two major spells of weak monsoon prevailed over the country — from August 9-16 and August 23-27 — when northwest, central and adjoining peninsular and west coast of India had subdued rainfall activities.

Handy monsoon driving and maintenance tips for your ride

What to do if your car gets stuck in a waterlogged area and you are unable to get out, things to remember about braking on wet roads, and more tips on safer driving in a downpour.

IMD issues orange alert for Mumbai, Palghar and Thane for next four days

For Raigad district, however, the IMD has issued a red alert for June 10 and an orange alert for the following three days.

IMD issues red alert in Uttarakhand, heavy rainfall likely over next 3 days

The excessive rainfall can result in landslides, overflow of streams, boulder fall, road blockade, and even a washout of link roads, as per the weather department.

Monsoon watch: Early signs look positive

Rainfall and crop area under cultivation show positive early trends

Maharashtra floods: CM Relief Fund gets Rs 20 crore in just two days

Among the prominent donors is this years Sahitya Akademi award winner, poet Sushilkumar Shinde, who donated his entire prize money of Rs 50,000 in the CM Relief Fund.

Chennai man makes rainwater harvesting system worth just Rs 250

The 45-year-old engineer could collect 225 litre of water using this apparatus within just 10 minutes.

Monsoon rains to arrive on India's southern coast around June 8: IMD

The IMD had earlier forecast arrival of monsoon rains over Kerala on June 6.

Strong monsoons reversing India's 50-year dry spell: Study

Researchers found that since 2002 a drying trend has given way to a much wetter pattern, with stronger monsoons supplying much-needed rain, along with powerful, damaging floods, to the populous north central region of India.

Despite monsoon blues, M&M hopes to grow in double digits

Despite the not-so-encouraging initial forecasts about the monsoons, tractor major Mahindra & Mahindra today sounded confident of maintaining last year's sales momentum and grow in double-digits.

Rahul Bajaj hails PM Modi govt over reform process

Stating that private sector investment, which has been missing for the past couple of years, will pick up when the demand scenario improves, Bajaj said that private sector investment is badly needed to create jobs.

Investment uptick required to see full economic recovery: ICRA

India Nikkei's October manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) came in at 54.4. A considerable rise compared to September's 52.1. The index is at its highest level since Demcember 2014.

Choppy trade seen next week as Pak's reaction risk lurks: Pros

Nischal Maheshwari of Edelweiss Securities believes valuations are currently stretched and global events lined up over the next few months like US Presidential elections, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings, among others could prove to be impediments for markets to hit new highs soon.