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How to safely store medicines during humid monsoon

How to store medicines during monsoon: Dos and don'ts for insulin and more

July 22, 2026 5:40 pm

How to store medicines during monsoon is crucial as heat and humidity can damage tablets, insulin, syrups and creams if they are not kept properly.

During monsoon, the raincoat yellow bull frog turns colour as it serenades its beloved

From Mumbai's downpours to Delhi's drizzle: A lifetime of monsoon memories

July 19, 2026 10:52 am

India's monsoon is never just weather -- it is memory, landscape and spectacle.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert in the districts of Dang, Navsari and Valsad for Monday

After delayed monsoon, deluge: Low pressure system over Bay of Bengal brings promise of rain

July 05, 2026 5:19 am

Kerala, coasts of Karnataka and Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Pune and nearby areas, have been receiving steady and heavy spells of rain since the past 2-3 days.

UPSC Issue at a Glance | Understanding Indian Monsoon: How it forms, what influences it and why it matters

July 01, 2026 11:34 am

A delayed monsoon can affect markets, strain agriculture and influence policy decisions. But what exactly is the monsoon? How do global climate phenomena shape it? Why is the monsoon called the lifeline of the economy? Here's the science, geography, and economic significance of the rains that power the nation.

Southwest monsoon has withdrawn as per schedule: IMD

October 17, 2025 5:50 am

This year, Kerala witnessed early monsoon on May 24 as against its usual arrival on June 1. The usual date for the complete monsoon retreat from the country is October 15.

These highly nutritious monsoon drinks will help keep infections at bay

September 09, 2025 12:31 pm

Kanikka Malhotra, consultant dietician and certified diabetes educator, says, “These drinks are made with readily available herbs and spices.”

Painting the rain: How Indian art obsesses with the monsoons

July 22, 2025 5:41 pm

From being celebrated as an auspicious season to being seen as a harbinger of despair, the monsoon has always evoked diverse emotions across the country—a contrast beautifully captured in Indian paintings.

Too hot to handle: Why Heat Action Plans must factor in access to ‘smart’ fabrics

July 09, 2025 7:44 am

Natural fibres have served India well – but climate extremes demand innovation in what we wear, especially for those who can’t escape the sun.

There's just something right about the sizzle of pakoras frying while rain taps on the roof.

Revealed: Why sizzling hot pakoras are associated with the rainy weather

June 17, 2025 4:36 pm

The tradition of enjoying pakoras during the monsoon has evolved over time, reflecting changing culinary trends and preferences.

The normal date for the onset over Kerala--which marks the beginning of the four-month-long southwest monsoon season over the country--is June 1.

Monsoon onset over Kerala expected in next 4-5 days, says IMD

May 20, 2025 2:00 pm

Ahead of the monsoon, the IMD has warned of heavy rainfall across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Konkan, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura till May 24.

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Monsoon travel: Pack your bags and visit some of the highest waterfalls in India

August 02, 2023 5:03 pm

Dotted with a number of stunning waterfalls, India is also known as the 'land of waterfalls'. These magnificent waterfalls draw tourists from all over the world. Moreover, the monsoon season is the best time to explore these waterfalls and soak in all their pristine beauty. So, let's take a look at some of the highest waterfalls in India you can visit this season.