What is El Niño and how does it affect India? Could it bring a drought-like monsoon and higher grocery bills?
El Niño conditions are now active in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, raising concerns for India's monsoon. Warmer Pacific waters disrupt weather patterns, potentially leading to weaker rains, hotter temperatures, and agricultural stress. This could impact crop production, water availability, and ultimately, food prices, affecting household budgets across the nation. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that El Niño conditions…
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