High Court slams Kochi Corporation for sluggish progress of pre-monsoon works

High Court slams Kochi Corporation for sluggish progress of pre-monsoon works

Coming down heavily on the Kochi Corporation for the sluggish progress of pre-monsoon works, particularly desilting of canals and drains to mitigate waterlogging in the city, the Kerala High Court observed that the desilting of drains remained incomplete in most areas. On perusing a status report filed by the counsel for the civic body, the … Read more

28% excess rainfall in India in pre-monsoon season so far

28% excess rainfall in India in pre-monsoon season so far

India has received 28% excess rainfall in the pre-monsoon season so far, with the central region gauging precipitation 268% above normal, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. East and northeast India recorded 29% rain deficit – 141.5 mm against the normal of 199.9 mm – from March 1 to May 3. Northwest India, i.e. … Read more