The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that El Niño conditions have developed in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, raising concerns about the impact on India's monsoon season. The weather phenomenon is often linked to below-normal rainfall, rising temperatures, and drought-like conditions in several parts of the world.
Global weather agencies, including those in the United States, had forecast the return of El Niño earlier this year. Some projections suggest its influence could extend into 2027, potentially affecting weather patterns for an extended period.
