LUCKNOW, Aug. 1 -- As the first half of the monsoon season draws to a close, Uttar Pradesh is grappling with a 27% rainfall deficit. By July 31, the state recorded only 261.4 mm of rain against a normal average of 357.6 mm. This marks a significant decline compared to the same period last year, which saw a much milder 6% shortfall, according to the India meteorological department's (IMD) district-wise seasonal rainfall distribution chart. P4...