
May 29, 2026
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India cuts monsoon forecast to 90% of normal in risk to crops
India's monsoon forecast is down to 90% of normal, bad news for farmers already facing higher costs. The weather office said, "Cumulative rains during the June-September period are likely to be 90% of the long-term average." This could hurt crops like rice and sugar, and farmers might need more fuel for irrigation.