The Latest Breaking News from El Nino

Think this summer is hot? El Nino could push temperatures even higher

Record ocean heat, intensifying El Nino conditions and worsening extremes are raising the prospect that 2026 could become the hottest year ever measured.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 8

SBI sees broad-based credit growth, sticks to 14-15% FY27 loan growth guidance

State Bank of India expects credit growth to remain broad-based across segments. The bank retained its loan growth guidance at fourteen to fifteen percent. It also anticipates mobilising around ten billion dollars in foreign-currency deposits. Net interest margin guidance remains at three percent for the financial year. Asset quality is…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

This summer isn't breaking heat records - yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say

With a formidable El Nino set to escalate global temperatures, the weather patterns we rely on are likely to be severely altered. Experts warn that 2026 may record the highest temperatures ever, overtaking 2024.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

This summer isn't breaking heat records -- yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say

With parts of the globe aflame in wildfires, deadly heat waves parking over cities, record hot oceans and a strengthening super El Nino, it seems like we’re baking through the hottest year on record

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Nestle flags near-term consumption slowdown amid West Asia conflict, El Nino concerns

Nestle India anticipates slower consumption growth in the food and beverage sector soon. Geopolitical tensions and weather uncertainties are impacting consumer demand and raw material costs. The company remains confident in its long-term growth prospects despite these challenges. Nestle India reported strong profit and revenue growth for the June quarter.…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

India's record renewable generation in July cuts coal's share in power mix to 1-year low

India's coal power generation fell to its lowest point in a year during July. Renewable energy sources reached a record high, contributing twenty percent to the nation's power mix. Solar and wind output exceeded one hundred gigawatts for the first time in history. Hydropower generation declined due to lower rainfall…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

Strong El Nino 'adding fuel to a planet already on fire', warns UN chief

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Friday that a strengthening El Niño is intensifying an already worsening climate crisis, saying the weather phenomenon is "adding fuel to a planet already on fire" and could drive record-breaking global temperatures.

France 24 · Jul 31

UN, scientists warn that strong El Nino will add fuel to 'a planet already on fire'

The United Nations warns that a strengthening El Nino is intensifying global weather extremes and is adding fuel to a planet that it says is already on fire

The Independent UK · Jul 31

El Niño brings white sharks and sea snakes to California

One bite from a yellow-bellied sea snake can lead to paralysis and death in just hours

The Independent UK · Jul 31

The ripple effect of El Nino runs from village fields to corporate boardrooms

A deficient monsoon warning flags many districts at risk across India. Reduced agricultural yields will increase food inflation and rural income pressures. Water scarcity and energy demand will intensify for businesses nationwide. Climate volatility impacts supply chains and operational risks for all sectors. Businesses must integrate climate intelligence for future…

The Economic Times · Jul 30