India·Source-based summary

Southwest monsoon endswith 12% deficit

Lowest monsoon rainfall since 2015; east and northeast saw driest monsoon since 1901, in line with recent trends; southern pensinsula saw fourth lowest rainfall since 1901; October expected to be hotter and drier than usual in most parts of the country

This is a source-based summary, not original reporting by Ebenezer journalists. Source: The Hindu. Ebenezer published 30 Sept 2026, 04:53 pm. Editorial policy.

India — The Hindu