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Thomas Kutti

Thomas Kutti

Weather & Environment Writer ยท ๐Ÿ“ Kerala ยท 5+ years experience

Articles by Thomas Kutti

How IMD weather forecasts work in India: The complete guide to India Meteorological Department data and alerts

August 19, 2026

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) produces India’s official weather forecasts and warnings by combining observations from weather stations, satellites, Doppler weather radars and other observing systems with numerical weather prediction (NWP) models, meteorological analysis and expert forecaster interpretation. The process can be simplified as: Weather observations โ†’ Data processing โ†’ Numerical models โ†’ Meteorologist analysis […]

How AQI Is Calculated in India: The Complete CPCB Methodology Guide

August 5, 2026

Quick Answer India’s Air Quality Index (AQI) is calculated using the methodology developed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the National Air Quality Index programme. The AQI converts concentrations of multiple air pollutants into a single number between 0 and 500, making it easier for people to understand air quality and associated health […]

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