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Delhi Rain Alert: IMD warns of heavy showers till Sept 6 as Yamuna swells and cities across North India go on high alert
IMD has warned of heavy to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR through Sept 6, with thunderstorms and below-normal day temperatures. The Yamuna has crossed the danger mark, forcing closures at Old Railway Bridge and disrupting cremations at Nigambodh Ghat. Himachal and Uttarakhand face extremely heavy rain risk; Punjab has shut all educational institutions until Sept 7. Flights are disrupted as airlines caution travelers.
Delhi-NCR floods snarl Noida–Delhi commute for 5+ hours as Yamuna crosses danger mark
Hours-long jams, submerged roads, and mass evacuations hit Delhi-NCR as the Yamuna swells to 207.43 m, its third-highest mark since 1963. Noida–Delhi trips stretched beyond five hours. Parts of Janakpuri and NH-44 caved in, schools shut, and cremations at Nigambodh Ghat were halted. Over 12,000 people are displaced, with 38 relief sites opened as authorities race to pump out water and plan diversions.
IPL 2025 opening weekend under rain threat: IMD alerts for Kolkata and Bengaluru ahead of KKR vs RCB
IMD has issued weather alerts for Bengaluru and Kolkata ahead of KKR vs RCB, threatening IPL 2025’s opening fixtures. Forecasts show high rain and thunderstorm chances in both cities, raising the risk of delays, reduced-overs games, or washouts. With tight schedules, no league-stage reserve days, and playoff stakes in play, teams and fans face a tense, weather-watched start.
Delhi-NCR Weather Alert: Rain, Thunderstorms Forecast Till Sept 6; Himachal, Uttarakhand on Red Alert
IMD has extended rain and thunderstorm alerts for Delhi-NCR till September 6. Parts of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are on red alert for very heavy rain and flash floods. Gurugram advised work-from-home after 100 mm rain in four hours, and some schools shifted online. Temperatures are 3–5°C below normal, and flood watch continues as the Yamuna level at ORB may cross danger mark.
Independence Day 2025 Weather: Cool Showers in Delhi-NCR, Heavy Rain Likely in UP and Uttarakhand
India’s 79th Independence Day will be a wet, cooler affair for many regions. Delhi-NCR will see cloudy skies with light to moderate rain, temperatures around 22–33°C, and a high chance of showers during morning and evening. IMD expects heavy rain in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, raising risks of waterlogging and landslides. Celebrations at Red Fort should proceed under overcast skies.
Bihar Weather Forecast: Heat and Heavy Rain to Shape September 2025
Bihar heads into September 2025 with days around 27–34°C, muggy nights, and 8–15 rainy days. Patna mirrors the state trend. The hottest average is expected around Sept 1, while the coolest readings fall near Sept 30. Gaya could touch 97°F at midday; Aurangabad carries a 50% rain chance around Sept 20 with light southwesterly winds. Hydration and rain gear will matter.
India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025: UAE schedule shift sets up rare three-meeting scenario
Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE (Sep 9–28) could feature India and Pakistan up to three times—group stage, Super 4, and the final. Organizers have pushed most start times to 8:00 PM IST to suit prime-time viewing, with one day game on Sep 15 in Abu Dhabi. India, the defending champions with a record eight titles, begin on Sep 10 against the UAE. The final is slated for Sep 28 in Dubai, with a reserve day on Sep 29.
US Tariffs: Trump’s 50% Duty on India Kicks In, Trade and Jobs on the Line
Washington has enforced a 50% tariff on Indian exports after doubling an earlier 25% levy, tying the move to India’s Russian oil purchases. The duties could hit $48–87 billion in shipments, from textiles and jewelry to machinery and food. Analysts warn of job losses in export hubs and a weaker spot for India in global value chains. Both governments now face tough choices on negotiation, exemptions, and possible retaliation.
International Booker Prize 2025: Banu Mushtaq’s ‘Heart Lamp’ Makes History for Kannada Literature
Banu Mushtaq’s Heart Lamp becomes the first Kannada-language work and first short story collection to win the 2025 International Booker Prize. Translated by Deepa Bhasthi, the book centers Muslim women’s lives in southern India across three decades of writing. Rooted in the Bandaya Sahitya movement, the win signals a breakthrough for regional Indian literature and literary translation on the world stage.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe ODI Series 2025: Schedule, IST timings, squads and live streaming for India
Sri Lanka’s tour of Zimbabwe features 2 ODIs and 3 T20Is in Harare from Aug 29 to Sep 7, 2025. The first ODI began with Sri Lanka 81/1 after 19.3 overs. We list full schedule with IST timings, confirmed squads, and the latest on how to watch in India. The T20Is double up as prep for Zimbabwe’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final.