Mumbai’s Mostly Grills is hosting a unique Sizzler & Malt Festival this monsoon, offering a delightful blend of sizzling dishes, premium whiskies, and breathtaking runway views in a cozy rooftop setting. Enjoy steaming hot sizzlers perfectly paired with single malts and scotch, all at enticing prices, while taking in the dynamic hues and expansive views of the airport runway.
In a unique collaboration, the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) and Tangedco are joining forces to clean and remove garbage from around over 1,000 electrical transformers, pillars, and boxes across the city. This initiative aims to ensure safety for sanitation workers and residents during the upcoming monsoon season, as these locations pose a risk of electric shocks during cleaning.
Tragedy struck Rajasthan as seven youths drowned while bathing in a river in Bharatpur, and a house collapse in Karauli claimed the lives of two people, including a child. The incidents highlight the dangers of the monsoon season and underscore the need for safety measures.
Despite a recent decrease in rainfall intensity across Maharashtra, including Pune, the monsoon is still active. Most districts have experienced normal or excess rainfall, with Pune, Satara, and Kolhapur seeing particularly heavy downpours. The IMD expects rainfall to decrease until August 15th before intensifying again.
The monsoon season in India, while bringing much-needed relief, also poses significant risks. The influx of tourists, lured by social media’s allure of picturesque landscapes, often leads to tragic consequences as they underestimate the power of water and fail to understand the local environment. This article highlights the dangers associated with monsoon-related activities and stresses the importance of respecting nature’s forces for safe and enjoyable experiences.
The Southwest Monsoon is expected to weaken in South India over the next week, while Delhi enjoys its cleanest air in six years due to recent rainfall. Meanwhile, the monsoon is forecast to bring light to moderate rainfall to Northwest India, including Delhi, over the next seven days.
Hariyali Teej, a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated during the monsoon season, commemorates the union of Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati. This year, it falls on Wednesday, August 7th, with special rituals and celebrations focused on marital happiness and prosperity.
The southwest monsoon has brought a mixed bag of rainfall across India, with central and southern regions experiencing surplus rains while northwest and eastern parts continue to grapple with deficits. While a transition from El Niño to La Niña has brought some relief, the uneven distribution of rainfall raises concerns about water management and agricultural production.
The water levels in Mumbai’s seven lakes have significantly risen, with the Middle Vaitarna dam becoming the fifth to overflow. This follows a prolonged wet spell that saw July exceeding its average rain quota. The increase in water stock has led to the withdrawal of a 10% water cut previously imposed by the BMC.
Chennai’s Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), water resources department (WRD), and Tambaram Corporation are working to ensure monsoon readiness by September-end. The focus is on desilting waterways, removing garbage and water hyacinth, and widening river mouths to improve drainage. GCC is also enhancing its relief infrastructure, while Tambaram Corporation plans to call for tenders for desilting and drainage improvement works.
