India’s 2026 monsoon rainfall is the fourth lowest since 2001
By United One News · AI-generated summary of 2 outlets' reporting
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Monsoon rainfall across India fell to 759.4 mm in 2026, the fourth lowest level recorded since 2001.
- The Indian Meteorological Department reported 759.4 mm of rainfall, below the 868.6 mm average.
- Southwest monsoon rainfall reached 87 % of the long‑period average.
- The 2026 season ranks fourth lowest in the 2001‑2026 period.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 50% left, 50% center, 0% right.
How each side framed it
Left-leaning: The Hindu highlighted the shortfall from the normal 868.6 mm, stressing the significant drop in total rainfall. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
Rainfall over India during monsoon season fourth lowest since 2001: IMD
Center: Mint focused on the 87 % figure, noting the season’s position as the fourth lowest since 2001. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
Monsoon rainfall in 2026 fourth-lowest since 2001, says IMD
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First reported by The Hindu on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.