Heavy rains in Chennai have led to school closures, with the IMD warning of more downpours through mid-November. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal could intensify rainfall, impacting 17 districts in Tamil Nadu.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted predominantly clear skies for the national capital, with temperatures

Extreme weather threatens outdoor events worldwide. Concerts and festivals faced 29 incidents in 2023, with two deaths. Heat, hail, and storms disrupted performances.

In recent years, climate change has added a new dimension to the challenges posed by the monsoon, with the potential for more extreme weather events and changes in rainfall patterns.