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Government to unveil Bharat Forecasting System on May 26

Government to unveil Bharat Forecasting System on May 26

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“BFS provides insight into weather events likely to take place in a grid of 6 km by 6 km against the earlier models that gave predictions for a 12 km grid,” the Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, said. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu The government will on Monday (May 26, 2025) unveil a new ‘Bharat Forecasting System’ that will enable the weather office to provide more accurate and localised predictions. Developed by Pune-based Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) will provide forecasts with a 6 km resolution — the highest in the world — that would allow forecasters to predict small-scale weather features more accurately. “We will now be able to issue more localised and accurate weather forecasts,” M. Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, told PTI. The new forecasting model, developed by researchers, including Parthasarathy Mukhopadhayay, was made possible due to installation of the new supercomputer Arka at the IITM campus last year with a capacity of 11.77 petaflops (a unit to measure computer processing speed)and storage capacity of …

Scientists Warn of Inadequate Solar Storm Forecasting: What You Need to Know

Scientists Warn of Inadequate Solar Storm Forecasting: What You Need to Know

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Imagine being told a storm is approaching, but you won’t know how dangerous it truly is until minutes before impact. That’s the reality scientists face with solar storms. Although scientists have improved our ability to monitor coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the Sun and project their arrival at Earth, the most important consideration — the orientation of the storm’s magnetic field — remains unknown until the very last minute. This direction, referred to as the Bz component, decides whether the CME will pass by with little influence or cause disturbances to satellites, electricity grids, and GPS systems. Lack of Early Bz Data Leaves Earth Vulnerable to Solar Storms, Scientists Urge Wider Sun Coverage As per a report on Space.com, solar physicist Valentín Martínez Pillet emphasised that knowing the Bz value earlier could dramatically improve our ability to prepare. Currently, spacecraft like NASA’s ACE and DSCOVR detect Bz only when the CME reaches Lagrange Point 1 (L1), giving us just 15 to 60 minutes’ warning. Martínez Pillet predicts it could take 50 years to achieve the …

Weather Update LIVE: Mumbai, Bengaluru Witness Heavy Downpour, IMD Sounds Alert For Multiple Regions

Weather Update LIVE: Mumbai, Bengaluru Witness Heavy Downpour, IMD Sounds Alert For Multiple Regions

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Mumbai, Bengaluru Rains, Weather News Today LIVE Updates: The sudden and intense rainfall in Mumbai on Tuesday evening brought much-needed respite from the sweltering heat, however, it also triggered disruptions across parts of the city and adjoining regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted more rain for the city and surrounding regions over the next few days and issued multiple weather alerts for districts across Maharashtra. Meanwhile, the incessant rainfall in Bengaluru triggered a flood-like situation and traffic jams in the ‘IT Hub’ of India, claiming five lives. Five people, including a nine-year-old boy, were killed in rain-related incidents across the city. The weather agency has issued an orange alert for Bengaluru and a yellow alert at various places – including Bagalkot, Belagavi, Dharwad, Gadag, and Koppal – on Tuesday. A red alert has been issued for Coastal Karnataka, North Interior Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the …

Aardvark Weather AI-Powered Weather Forecasting System Unveiled, Does Not Require Supercomputers

Aardvark Weather AI-Powered Weather Forecasting System Unveiled, Does Not Require Supercomputers

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Aardvark Weather, an artificial intelligence (AI) system for weather forecasting that offers several advantages over traditional methods, was unveiled on Thursday. The fully AI-driven system is said to be capable enough to replace the existing systems that require custom supercomputers and a team of experts to deliver predictions. It is also said to improve prediction accuracy and speed, and provide hyperlocal forecasts. A large group of researchers from academic institutions and tech companies worked together to develop the AI system. Researchers Unveil Aardvark Weather AI Forecasting System The research paper was published in the Nature journal (can be accessed here), and details how a single, unified AI model replaces supercomputers and expert supervision. Notably, last year Google unveiled its GenCast model which uses AI to replace the numerical solver to improve the accuracy and speed of weather predictions. However, the scale of Aardvark Weather is much larger as it aims to replace the entire forecasting system. The AI system was developed by researchers from the University of Cambridge, Microsoft Research AI for Science, Google DeepMind, …

Solar Sail Satellites Could Enhance Space Weather Forecasting and Alerts

Solar Sail Satellites Could Enhance Space Weather Forecasting and Alerts

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Satellites equipped with solar sails may soon improve early warnings for space weather events that could disrupt technological infrastructure on Earth. These sails, which harness light from the sun for propulsion, are being explored as a cost-effective alternative to traditional propulsion systems. Scientists believe this advancement could enhance monitoring of solar activity and provide earlier alerts for geomagnetic storms, reducing potential risks to power grids, satellites, GPS systems, and air traffic operations. Current space weather forecasting systems operate from a fixed point in space, but solar sail technology could allow satellites to move beyond conventional locations for improved data collection. Advancement in Space Weather Forecasting As reported by space.com, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Space Weather Observations, which manages operational satellite systems, solar sails could allow spacecraft to travel beyond the Earth-sun Lagrange Point One (L1). This location, approximately 1.5 million kilometres from Earth, provides a stable position for solar observation. Irfan Azeem, Division Chief of the Research to Operations and Project Planning Division at NOAA, told Space.com that …

IMD Tableau Showcases Advances In Cyclone Forecasting On Republic Day

IMD Tableau Showcases Advances In Cyclone Forecasting On Republic Day

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Last Updated:January 26, 2025, 14:05 IST The depiction of Cyclone Dana showcased how timely warnings ensured zero casualties, symbolising the life-saving power of accurate weather forecasts Republic Day 2025 (PTI Image) India’s strides in accurate prediction of cyclones and the resultant saving of lives, the benefits to farmers due to timely weather forecasts figure prominently in the tableau of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which celebrated 150th anniversary of its foundation this year. The tableau of the IMD, which rolled down the Kartavya Path as part of the 76th Republic Day celebrations, featured a striking depiction of Cyclone Dana, that ravaged parts of Odisha and West Bengal last year, but led to very few casualties due to early warnings and timely evacuation of people from the affected regions. The depiction of Cyclone Dana showcased how timely warnings ensured zero casualties, symbolising the life-saving power of accurate weather forecasts The tableau also focused on initiatives for farmers, demonstrating how mobile weather alerts have revolutionised agriculture. Farmers are now empowered with predictions of weather patterns, ensuring better …

AI Enhances Northern Lights Classification and Geomagnetic Storm Forecasting

AI Enhances Northern Lights Classification and Geomagnetic Storm Forecasting

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A breakthrough in auroral research has been made through artificial intelligence, aiding scientists in the classification and study of northern lights. Over 700 million images of auroral phenomena have been sorted and labelled, paving the way for better forecasting of geomagnetic storms that can disrupt critical communication and security systems on Earth. The categorisation stems from NASA’s THEMIS dataset, which records images of auroras every three seconds, captured from 23 monitoring stations across North America. The advancement is expected to significantly enhance the understanding of solar wind interactions with Earth’s magnetosphere. Dataset Categorisation and Techniques According to reports in phys.org, researchers at the University of New Hampshire developed an innovative machine-learning algorithm that analysed THEMIS data collected between 2008 and 2022. The images were classified into six distinct categories: arc, diffuse, discrete, cloudy, moon, and clear/no aurora. The objective was to improve access to meaningful insights within the extensive historical dataset, allowing scientists to filter and analyse data efficiently. Jeremiah Johnson, associate professor of applied engineering and sciences, stated to phys.org that the vast dataset …

Features, Benefits, and Business Impact

Features, Benefits, and Business Impact

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Analytical customer relationship management software offers advanced analytics and reports to help businesses make data-based decisions for improved business operations and customer experience. Choosing the right analytical CRM system to match your organization’s operations and goals can bring several benefits, like increased productivity and data integrity. 1 Creatio CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Medium (250-999 Employees), Large (1,000-4,999 Employees), Enterprise (5,000+ Employees) Medium, Large, Enterprise Features Dashboard, Document Management / Sharing, Email / Marketing Automation, and more 2 Zoho CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features Calendar, Collaboration Tools, Contact Management, and more What is analytical CRM software? An analytical CRM is a type of CRM software that collects, organizes, and stores internal and external data. It then uses that data to generate comprehensive reports and dashboards for the user to turn into actionable insights. This data is collected throughout the entire CRM cycle, from lead generation to post-sale and …

A Complete Guide to CRM Analytics

A Complete Guide to CRM Analytics

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Customer relationship management systems can provide extensive analytics and reporting capabilities for businesses to better understand their sales processes on a more comprehensive level. Secure data mining, data recording, and report generation translate this information into visual representations of KPIs. Popular metrics businesses generate and track include their sales cycle length, marketing ROI, sales rep performance, and deal forecasting. 1 Creatio CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Medium (250-999 Employees), Enterprise (5,000+ Employees), Large (1,000-4,999 Employees) Medium, Enterprise, Large Features Dashboard, Document Management / Sharing, Email / Marketing Automation, and more 2 HubSpot CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Micro (0-49 Employees), Medium (250-999 Employees), Large (1,000-4,999 Employees), Small (50-249 Employees) Micro, Medium, Large, Small 3 Zoho CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features Calendar, Collaboration Tools, Contact Management, and more What is CRM analytics? CRM analytics is internal programming that collects, …

Closure of Alappuzha weather observatory to leave a hole in forecasting capabilities of IMD on coastal stretch

Closure of Alappuzha weather observatory to leave a hole in forecasting capabilities of IMD on coastal stretch

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Even as the State has been demanding more weather monitoring stations in the wake of the rise in climate change-induced disasters, the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) decision to close down it observatory in Alappuzha with effect from Tuesday may affect the weather monitoring capabilities in the coastal areas of the State. The IMD temporarily closed down the observatory, which started functioning way back in 1931 in the wake of an eviction notice issued by the Port department. The move will have a bearing on the forecasting capabilities of the agency along the coastal areas as there will be a big gap between Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode. The IMD’s four departmental observatories are in Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Kozhikode, and Kannur. Though it has part-time observatories at Punalur, Kottayam, and Palakkad, those are managed by local staff with less expertise and, many times, data absence has been reported from these observatories. The move comes at a time when the State and the IMD are looking to enhance the weather monitoring network by setting up observatories in Idukki and Wayanad, …