India's monsoon rains are likely to pick up by mid-June, the chief of the state-run India Meteorological Department (IMD) told Reuters on Wednesday, spurring the sowing of crucial crops such as rice, corn, cotton, soybean, sugarcane and peanuts.
"As per our extended range forecast, rainfall activity is likely to increase by June 15," Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director general of the IMD, told Reuters in an interview.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comThe monsoon - which accounts for nearly 70% of India's annual rainfall and is the lifeblood of its $2.7 trillion agriculture-dependent economy - arrived on the coast of southern Kerala state on May 29, two days ahead of the usual time.
"Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Assam, southern West Bengal, Meghalaya, Sikkim and some parts of Karnataka have received excess rainfall," he said.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
TooFab's Week In Celebrity Photos: June 5 - June 11Demi Moore spotted with rumored chef boyfriend at the French Open (via toofab)
Read more »
5 planets will align in June: When and where to see the rare and spectacular sightA rare planetary parade in June will give us a stunning view of five planets including Mercury, Mars, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn.
Read more »
Your Horoscope This Week: June 5th to 11th, 2022Your horoscope for this week reminds you: Self doubt passes, but your power remains.
Read more »
K-pop singer DOE to headline hot summer festival in June in PearlandGet ready, Pearland! Not only is this music festival going to feature your favorite K-pop artists, but you'll also be able to indulge in the tastiest local food trucks.
Read more »
Extreme heat in June offers a test and a warning for the Texas gridThe heat this week will likely drive energy use to new highs and test the resilience of the state’s electric grid ahead of what’s expected to be a scorching summer. | MoseBuchele
Read more »
Your June 5, 2022, Weekly Horoscope Says Something Big Is UnfoldingRead your weekly horoscope for your zodiac sign, according to an astrologer, including moon moves through Leo and Virgo and the start of Saturn retrograde.
Read more »