In Haryana, a yellow alert for rain has been issued in 3 districts due to monsoon activity and increased moisture in crops; farmers are at risk of root rot in their paddy fields.

Monsoon is becoming active in Haryana from today. Due to a strong cyclonic circulation formed over Pakistan and the shifting of the monsoon trough line from the Himalayas towards the plains, there are chances of rain in Haryana today. According to the Meteorological Department, a yellow alert has been issued with a warning of heavy rainfall in 3 districts: Panchkula, Ambala, and Yamunanagar today. Light to moderate rain is expected in other places. Upcoming rains...