India drought

45-year-old woman dies while standing in water queue in Latur

 A 45 years old woman died while fetching water in Maharashtra's drought-hit Latur district today.

May 04, 2016, 01:48 AM IST

Drought vulnerability a challenge to India ratings: Moody's

Moody's currently rates India at 'Baa3', the lowest investment grade -- just a notch above 'junk' status.

Aug 11, 2015, 11:06 AM IST

Govt downgrades rain forecast, rules out drought

This indicates that the country is expected to receive "deficient" rainfall,.

Aug 12, 2014, 18:30 PM IST

Poor monsoon threatens first drought in five years

A poor monsoon cuts exports, stokes food inflation and leads to lower demand for products ranging from cars to consumer goods.

Jul 11, 2014, 09:10 AM IST