IMD Forecasts Dry Conditions in Delhi, Heavy Rainfall in Central and Southern India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts mixed weather across India from September 22 to 28, 2026. Delhi and northwest India are expected to remain dry with clear skies as the southwest monsoon withdraws. Meanwhile, heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds are predicted in central, eastern, and southern states including Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and parts of Maharashtra and Karnataka. A depression over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify, increasing rainfall and wind activity in coastal regions.
First-hand measurement across 9 sources
We measured how 9 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 45/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, indiatoday, english, businessstandard, economictimes, ndtv, businessstandard, oneindia, and 1 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 21 Sept, 02:02 am. Other outlets followed.