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Why even a strong El Niño does not guarantee a poor Indian monsoon

Why even a strong El Niño does not guarantee a poor Indian monsoon

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    Seven Indian monsoons since 1950 have run into a moderate or strong El Niño. Of these, in five years, including 2026, monsoon rainfall levels were at least 10% lower than the long-term average. The IMD refers to this level as 'deficient’. The 2023 season was something of an exception with ‘below…

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Seven Indian monsoons since 1950 have run into a moderate or strong El Niño. Of these, in five years, including 2026, monsoon rainfall levels were at least 10% lower than the long-term average. The IMD refers to this level as 'deficient’. The 2023 season was something of an exception with ‘below…

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Why even a strong El Niño does not guarantee a poor Indian monsoon

Seven Indian monsoons since 1950 have run into a moderate or strong El Niño. Of these, in five years, including 2026, monsoon rainfall levels were at least 10% lower than the long-term average. The IMD refers to this level as 'deficient’. The 2023 season was something of an exception with ‘below…

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The Times of India Center Bennett, Coleman & Co.

El Niño Fuels Stronger Typhoons: scientists see ‘very, very scary findings’; governments race to prepare

Coastal areas in the Philippines, Taiwan, China, and Japan are facing an unprecedented challenge as they endure a series of violent storms. Recent typhoons have resulted in tragic loss of life and significant lifestyle disruptions. The intensification of the El Niño phenomenon is exacerbating…

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