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South Peninsula rain holds up monsoon withdrawal
BusinessLine 3 hrs ago·6 Oct 2026, 11:53 am
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has delayed the official withdrawal of the Southwest monsoon from the country. This delay is primarily due to persistent heavy rainfall in the South Peninsula, which is keeping moisture levels high. The IMD now anticipates that a developing circulation in the Bay of Bengal could intensify into a low-pressure area or even a depression by October 15.
This shift in weather patterns is significant for investors as it signals the upcoming onset of the North-East monsoon. This season is crucial for agricultural states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and parts of Karnataka, as it brings the bulk of the region's rainfall. Consequently, market sentiment may remain cautious as investors monitor the impact on farming output and commodity prices.
Excerpt from BusinessLine
The South-West monsoon showed little inclination to retreat on Tuesday, with its withdrawal line remaining unchanged from Monday even as heavy rain continued to sweep across the South Peninsula in what could be an increasingly wet run-up to North-East monsoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) expects…Read the original at BusinessLine
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