The Latest Breaking News from El Nino

India warns of major ‘food crisis’ in coming months amid El Nino and global conflicts

Foreign minister’s warning comes as oil prices climb sharply this month and El Nino breaks records

The Independent UK · Sep 30

India's monsoon deficit widens to 12%; El Nino strengthens, positive IOD offers some relief: Report

El Nino conditions have strengthened further, raising concerns over India's monsoon rainfall, even as a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) may partly offset its impact, according to an ICICI Bank report.

The Economic Times · Sep 30

El Nino fears: Govt cuts foodgrain target by 2.63 MT

India has announced a reduced foodgrain production target of 373.93 million tonnes for the 2026-27 crop year. The decision comes amidst concerns over El Niño weather patterns impacting agricultural conditions across the country. Sowing operations for kharif crops have been completed, while rabi crop planting will start in October.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

India orders captive coal plants to maximise power output on surging demand

India has ordered more than 100 coal-fired power plants to operate at full capacity starting October 1, which is intended to meet rising electricity demand. The federal power ministry's directive covers plants with installed capacities of at least 50 megawatts. Nearly 40% of coal-fired plants have low fuel stocks amid…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Super El Nino: The methodology behind '15,800 excess deaths' in India estimate

Super El Nino Deaths: A University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute report projects that a ‘super El Nino’ could cause around 15,800 additional heat-related deaths in India over the next six months. Researchers say the estimate uses seasonal temperature forecasts and established temperature-mortality relationships, while experts caution that the mortality…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

‘Strongest El Niño on record’ could keep extreme weather raging for months

The hurricane season in the Pacific Ocean already has been very active, thanks to the El Nino weather phenomenon

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Nigeria faces world’s highest heat death toll as El Nino bears down on Sahel

Extreme heat generated by this year's El Nino is projected to cause up to 67,000 additional deaths across the Sahel over the next six months, with Nigeria facing the highest death toll of any country in the world.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 24

Damming climate report on coming El Nino suppressed under Keir Starmer shared by UK

A DAMMING report that shows the climate emergency and the coming El Nino threaten countries around the world’s national security and defence,…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 24

Delhi winter pollution could be worse this year: 47 farm fires already recorded, Super El Nino, late Diwali and delayed harvesting likely to complicate things

Delhi’s winter air pollution could face added pressure this year as stubble-burning season begins, with 47 farm fires already recorded across five states. Experts have warned that El Niño-related weather conditions, fewer western disturbances and slower winds could make it harder for pollutants to disperse.

The Economic Times · Sep 24

What is a 'super El Nino' and how will it affect the weather?

A significant El Nino in the Pacific Ocean is anticipated to lead to severe climate impacts globally. The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that the event will peak later this year. Projections indicate rising temperatures and increased heat-related deaths, particularly in India and other regions. While some areas may experience…

The Economic Times · Sep 24