Techworld

 Weather forecasting is experiencing a revolutionary transformation as artificial intelligence (AI) takes center stage in meteorological prediction. Two groundbreaking studies from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have demonstrated how AI can dramatically enhance weather forecasting accuracy and speed, potentially saving countless lives and enabling better disaster preparedness across India and beyond. The Breakthrough: 18-Day Monsoon Forecasting In a remarkable achievement, researchers at IIT Delhi have developed an AI model capable of predicting monsoon patterns up to 18 days in advance—a feat that has long eluded traditional weather prediction systems. This breakthrough, led by doctoral candidate KM Anirudh under the guidance of professors Sandeep Sukumaran and Hariprasad Kodamana, represents a quantum leap in monsoon forecasting capabilities. The secret behind this success lies in the application of transformer neural networks—the same AI technology that powers...