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Rains News LIVE Updates: IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in Delhi till Friday

Rains Forecast Today LIVE News Updates: The IMD has also issued an 'orange' alert for Nainital and Bageshwar districts of Uttarakhand, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas on Friday.

DelhiIn June, the Capital had recorded the highest wind speed – 120 kmph – in 21 years.

Light to moderate rain in parts of Delhi brought a slight dip in temperatures on Saturday, with the IMD forecasting similar weather conditions till Friday. Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 35.4°C, two degrees below normal, while Pusa received 23.5 mm of rain and Janakpuri recorded 9.5 mm. The weather office said very light to light rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph is likely over the next few days, with the maximum temperature expected to fall further to 32-34°C on Sunday.

Extremely heavy rainfall has flooded various parts of Mumbai, prompting authorities to shut several roads for vehicular traffic after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) sounded red alerts on Saturday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) also announced the closure of schools and colleges for the afternoon session amid the weather warning.

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What’s the situation: The Mogra Nallah and its associated drains have overflowed, triggering extreme flooding in several areas of the city. While continuous rainfall has delayed the release of accumulated water, there is also a high tide of 4.26 m in the city at 2.50 pm. Crucial road links such as Chembur, Veera Desai Road in Andheri, SV Road, Andheri subway, Vikhroli Huma mall junction, as well as Gandhinagar junction and Pareshan Park have been closed for traffic movement.

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Jul 4, 2026 08:57 PM IST
IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in Delhi till Friday

Light to moderate rain in parts of Delhi brought a slight dip in temperatures on Saturday, with the IMD forecasting similar weather conditions till Friday. Safdarjung recorded a maximum temperature of 35.4°C, two degrees below normal, while Pusa received 23.5 mm of rain and Janakpuri recorded 9.5 mm.

The weather office said very light to light rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph is likely over the next few days, with the maximum temperature expected to fall further to 32-34°C on Sunday.

(PTI Inputs)

Jul 4, 2026 07:12 PM IST
Mumbai suburbs record over 200 mm rain in 10 hours

Mumbai's suburbs bore the brunt of Saturday's downpour, with several areas receiving over 200 mm of rain between 8 am and 6 pm. Vikhroli recorded the highest rainfall at 246 mm, followed by Powai (240 mm), Bhandup (223 mm), Chincholi (221 mm), Malad (219 mm), Andheri (209 mm) and Jogeshwari (208 mm), reports Nayonika Bose.

According to IMD observatories, Santacruz recorded 164 mm of rainfall between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm, while Colaba received 70 mm during the same period, highlighting the sharp contrast between the suburbs and south Mumbai.

Jul 4, 2026 05:23 PM IST
Maharashtra CMO shares emergency helpline numbers as heavy rain continues

The Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office (CMO) has shared emergency contact numbers for municipal corporations across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) as the IMD forecasts heavy rainfall across the region till July 6.

The advisory urges residents to use the designated civic helplines in case of rain-related emergencies and to follow official weather advisories as authorities remain on alert amid the continuing spell of heavy rain.

Jul 4, 2026 05:19 PM IST
IMD issues third red nowcast warning for Mumbai

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued its third red nowcast warning for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar at 4 pm, warning that intense spells of rain will continue over the next three hours.

The latest alert comes as heavy rainfall continues to batter the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with several areas reporting severe waterlogging, traffic disruptions and delays to suburban train services throughout the day.

Jul 4, 2026 05:14 PM IST
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde reviews rain situation at BMC control room

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde visited the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Emergency Control Room on Saturday to assess the city's response to the ongoing heavy rainfall.

The review meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, Additional Municipal Commissioners Abhijit Bangar and Dr Avinash Dhakne, Deputy Commissioner (Emergency Management) Sharad Ughade, Director (Emergency Management) Mahesh Narvekar, Chief Officer (Emergency Management) Rashmi Lokhande and other officials, who reviewed the evolving weather situation and civic preparedness.

Jul 4, 2026 04:57 PM IST
Navi Mumbai under heavy rainfall

Heavy rainfall also affected Navi Mumbai, with Airoli receiving 148 mm of rain between 8.30 am and 2.30 pm, followed by Koparkhairane (120.4 mm) and Digha (113 mm). Authorities reported waterlogging at five major locations across the city, while 10 tree-fall incidents were recorded as the downpour continued to disrupt normal life.

Jul 4, 2026 04:00 PM IST
Intense rain continues to batter Mumbai: BMC

Heavy rainfall continued to batter Mumbai's suburbs on Saturday, with several areas recording more than 150 mm of rain between 8 am and 3 pm, according to BMC weather stations.

Vikhroli recorded the highest rainfall at over 200 mm, followed by Powai (197 mm), Bhandup (179 mm), Jogeshwari (162 mm), Chakala (155 mm), the Andheri fire station (153 mm) and Chincholi fire station (147 mm). In comparison, the island city received lower rainfall, with Colaba recording 75 mm and Sion 69 mm.

Jul 4, 2026 03:55 PM IST
Fadnavis urges people to avoid travel amid heavy rain

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged people in Thane, Raigad, Palghar, parts of Pune and Nashik to avoid unnecessary travel as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue to lash the state.

Fadnavis said the affected regions are expected to receive above-average rainfall, adding that SMS alerts are being sent every three hours and schools have been shut in vulnerable areas. He said NDRF and SDRF teams are monitoring the situation and appealed to citizens to follow official advisories to prevent accidents.

Jul 4, 2026 03:46 PM IST
Train services on Central and Western Railways disrupted by heavy rain

Heavy rain and waterlogging disrupted Mumbai's suburban rail network on Saturday, delaying services on both the Central and Western Railways. Central Railway's main line trains between Kalyan and CSMT were running 20–25 minutes behind schedule, while Harbour line services were delayed by 10–15 minutes. On the Western Railway, trains on the Nalasopara–Virar section were running 15–20 minutes late due to waterlogged tracks.

Jul 4, 2026 03:44 PM IST
Mumbai rains: Schools shut, traffic hit as IMD issues red alert

Heavy rain continued to lash Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region on Saturday, disrupting road and rail traffic, inundating several low-lying areas and forcing authorities to shut schools and colleges for the afternoon after the IMD issued a red alert.

Waterlogging affected areas including Andheri, Kurla, Chembur, Powai and Goregaon, while train services on the Western, Central and Harbour lines were delayed. Authorities also reported 64 tree-fall incidents, eight house or wall collapses and a road cave-in in Bhandup, though no fatalities were reported. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged people to avoid unnecessary travel and follow official weather advisories till July 6.

(With inputs from PTI)

Jul 4, 2026 02:49 PM IST
Red alert continues in Mumbai, neighbouring districts

Mumbai and other districts in Maharashtra, such as Palghar, Ratnagiri, Raigad, and Thane, continue to remain under red alert. The warning will continue in Raigad and Palghar till July 6. The others will be reduced to orange alerts, as per IMD.

Jul 4, 2026 02:46 PM IST
Mumbai road caves in after incessant rain

Back in Mumbai, one of the worst-hit western regions, rain is refusing to let up, reports Nayonika Bose. Amid heavy downpour, a 100x100 foot road along Bhandup West's LBS Marg caved in on Saturday morning. Bhandup West is among Mumbai's oldest suburbs.

In the aftermath of the incident, trees along the stretch came crashing while a vehicle on the nearby excavation worksite also collapsed.

Following the incident, BMC's S ward department barricaded the stretch. Officials maintained that no casualty was reported.

Jul 4, 2026 02:31 PM IST
Heavy rain in Gujarat triggers waterlogging in several areas

Gujarat, too, is being lashed by heavy monsoon rain. This has flooded several areas in multiple districts. Indian Express's Kamaal Saiyed reports that in the last 24 hours, three rain-related deaths have been recorded in Gujarat -- two in Tapi district and one in Valsad district.

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Jul 4, 2026 02:21 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir road shut after massive landslide due to heavy rain

While Mumbai is being pounded by heavy rain, elsewhere, in Jammu and Kashmir, rain has disrupted daily life. The Ramnagar-Udhampur road near Kaugha has been closed due to a massive landslide triggered by heavy rain. Local officials are at the spot to assess the situation and coordinate debris clearance operations.

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Jul 4, 2026 02:05 PM IST
Heavy rains overwhelm Mogra Nallah, trigger floods in Mumbai

Extremely heavy rainfall has flooded various parts of Mumbai, prompting authorities to shut several roads for vehicular traffic after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) sounded red alerts on Saturday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) also announced the closure of schools and colleges for the afternoon session amid the weather warning.

The Mogra nallah and its associated drains have overflowed, triggering extreme flooding in several areas of the city. While continuous rainfall has delayed the release of accumulated water, there is also a high tide of 4.26 m in the city at 2.50 pm. Crucial road links such as Chembur, Veera Desai Road in Andheri, SV Road, Andheri subway, Vikhroli Huma mall junction, as well as Gandhinagar junction and Pareshan Park have been closed for traffic movement.

Jul 4, 2026 01:49 PM IST
Which roads are closed for traffics?

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on Saturday said that roads in Chembur, Veera Desai Road in Andheri, SV Road, Andheri subway, Vikhroli Huma mall junction as well as Gandhinagar junction and Pareshan Park have been closed for all vehicular traffic.

The civic body has appealed to the administration to avoid travel along these closed roads.

Jul 4, 2026 01:48 PM IST
Mogra Nalla overflows, BMC closes roads after extreme flooding

According to BMC, the roads have been closed due to extreme flooding triggered by overflow of the Mogra nalla as well as the small drains linked to the Mogra drain.

While continuous rainfall has delayed the release of accumulated water, there is also a high tide of 4.26 m in the city at 2.50 pm.

As a precautionary measure, crucial road links have been shut by the civic body.

Jul 4, 2026 12:38 PM IST
Where is it going to rain in Maharashtra? And how much?

Here's a look at the rainfall alert issued by the IMD for various districts of Maharashtra.

Jul 4, 2026 12:35 PM IST
BMC suspends schools, colleges for afternoon session after Mumbai on red alert

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced the closure of schools and colleges for the afternoon session amid the weather warning.

Jul 4, 2026 12:31 PM IST
Mumbai braces for heavy rains as IMD sounds red alert

Mumbai and three other districts are bracing for heavy rains, with extremely heavy falls at isolated places, after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) sounded red alerts on Saturday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced the closure of schools and colleges for the afternoon session amid the weather warning.

Jul 3, 2026 09:55 PM IST
Govt monitoring situation regarding below-normal rainfall: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that the Government is continuously monitoring the situation arising out of below-normal rainfall and "potential drought conditions" in certain parts of the country due to El Nino and directed ministries concerned to remain "vigilant." Reviewing the situation with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Shah directed the ministries concerned to advise farmers on the appropriate crops which can be sown in the wake of below-normal rainfall, according to an official statement.

In June, India as a whole witnessed a rainfall deficit of about 40 per cent, with Central India worst affected with a deficit of 50.4 per cent. The country experienced the fifth-lowest (99.5 mm) rainfall in June since 1901.

The monthly average rainfall over India is expected to be below normal during July, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday in its monthly forecast. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 09:24 PM IST
'Project Damini' launched in Narmadapuram for community preparedness against lightning incidents

In a significant step towards reducing preventable lightning-related deaths and strengthening community resilience, the Narmadapuram district administration on Friday launched Project Damini- the Narmadapuram District Lightning Safety Community Awareness Programme.

The initiative, in collaboration with UNICEF Madhya Pradesh and the Disaster Management Institute (DMI), aims to strengthen last-mile awareness, promote life-saving behaviours and enhance community preparedness ahead of the monsoon season, an official said.

The launch brought together district officials, frontline workers and school students, reaffirming a shared commitment to protecting communities from one of India's deadliest weather-related hazards. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 08:04 PM IST
IN PICS | Heavy rainfall hits Pune

VISUALS | Heavy rains lash Pune on Friday. The IMD has issued a red alert for Saturday and Sunday in Mumbai, Thane and Palghar. (Express photos by Pavan Khengre)

Jul 3, 2026 07:18 PM IST
Arunachal flood situation improves as weather clears

The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh showed signs of improvement on Friday following a spell of clear weather and a decline in the number of affected villages and people over the past 24 hours, even as restoration work continued in several districts hit by heavy rain, floods and landslides.

According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), fresh flood-related incidents during the last 24 hours were reported only from West Siang and Papum Pare districts.

In West Siang, 24 villages under five circles remained affected, while seven villages under two circles in Papum Pare continued to face the impact of floods.

Officials said the improvement in weather conditions helped ease the overall flood situation, although relief and restoration efforts were continuing in vulnerable areas. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 07:05 PM IST
IN PICS | Tourists throng Sinhagad Fort amid incessant rain

Amid continuous rainfall, tourists throng Sinhagad Fort near Pune on Friday. (Express Photos By Pavan Khengre)

Jul 3, 2026 06:54 PM IST
PHOTO | Loose roots

A tree, with chunks of concrete attached to its root, was seen in Mumbai's Chembur on Friday evening. A few days back, a tree fell on a school bus, killing one student. After the accident, authorities began pruning and securing large trees in and around Chembur.

(Express photo by Amit Chakravarty)

Jul 3, 2026 06:16 PM IST
SDRF team deployed in Nanded till Sep 30 as part of flood preparedness

A 36-member State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team from Dhule has been deployed in Nanded district for three months as a part of flood preparedness in Maharashtra's Marathwada region during the monsoon, an official said on Friday.

The SDRF team, consisting of three officers and 33 personnel, called on Nanded Collector Rahul Kardile, who also heads the District Disaster Management Authority, during the day and formally reported for duty. They will be stationed here till September 30, he added.

"The SDRF unit from Dhule has been stationed in Nanded for the past four years to respond to flood emergencies across Marathwada. It had carried out extensive search and rescue operations during last year's monsoon. In one of the major operations in August, the team rescued 386 people in a single day from flooded areas in Mukramabad circle of Mukhed," he said.

The team had also undertaken rescue operations in neighbouring Parbhani, Latur and Hingoli districts, the official pointed out. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 05:50 PM IST
Mumbai likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall: IMD

As per the IMD's district-wise forecast issued on Friday afternoon, Mumbai is likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with isolated extremely heavy spells on July 4 and 5.

The probability of the forecast was categorised as "very likely".

Jul 3, 2026 04:56 PM IST
El Nino likely to strengthen rapidly, raising risk of global extreme weather: WMO

El Nino conditions in the tropical Pacific are expected to strengthen rapidly in the coming months, increasing the risk of heatwaves, droughts, heavy rainfall and other extreme weather events across many parts of the world, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Friday.

The organisation's monthly 'WMO Global Seasonal Climate Update' indicates a rapid development into a strong El Nino event during July-September this year.

El Nino is one of the three phases of the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), a climate phenomenon characterised by changes in sea temperatures along the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean, accompanied by fluctuations in the atmosphere overhead. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 04:51 PM IST
‘No safety measures’: 2-year-old dies after falling in open drainage trench in Pune

An unidentified contractor has been booked after a two-year-old child fell into an open drainage trench near his house in a village in the Pune district and died last month.

The First Information Report (FIR) was registered against the contractor for causing death by negligence on July 1, after Soham Lakhan Kasbe died on June 30 in Kadam Wak Wasti Gram Panchayat.

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Jul 3, 2026 04:37 PM IST
Delhi government completes more than 90%of desilting of drains, say officials

The Delhi government has completed more than 90 per cent of drain-desilting work across the city to reduce waterlogging problems during monsoon, officials said on Friday.

The Public Works Department (PWD), which is the biggest drain-owning agency in the national capital, has cleared more than 90 per cent of its drain-desilting work across its three main zones.

According to official figures, till July 2, 539.34 km in PWD's East Zone, 603 km in the South Zone and 812 km in the North Zone, ie, around 1955 km of drains of the total 2123 km drainage network has been desilted.

The PWD is responsible for the management of 2123 km of drainage network across the city, which is around 50 per cent of the total drainage network of the city. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 04:25 PM IST
Mumbai records over 70 mm rain in 5 hours, IMD warns of more showers

Incessant rains continued to pound Mumbai on Friday, with several areas recording over 70 mm of downpour in just five hours as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast "heavy to very heavy" showers over the next 24 hours.

According to civic officials, the highest rainfall of 73.8 mm was recorded at Supari Tank Municipal School in Bandra, followed by 72.2 mm in Prabhadevi, 70.8 mm in Bandra West and 69.4 mm in Parel. (Express photos by Ganesh Shirsekar)

Jul 3, 2026 04:15 PM IST
Maharashtra monsoon: Marathwada sees 8 rain-related deaths since Jun 1

Eight rain-related deaths have been recorded in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Parbhani and Nanded districts of Maharashtra's Marathwada region since June 1, an official said on Friday.

These comprise three each in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Nanded and two in Parbhani, he added.

Citing an official report, he also said 181 animals have died due to rain across Marathwada during this period, including 81 in Nanded and 31 in Hingoli.

Monsoon fury has caused damage to 195 'kuccha' houses as well as 484.45 hectares of farm land, 456.70 hectares of which had fruit plantations, the official informed.

"Since June 1, the Marathwada region has received 130.9 millimetres (mm) of rainfall, which is 86.1 per cent of the average expected (152 mm)," he said. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 03:57 PM IST

Amid heavy rainfall in Mumbai, potholes have appeared in the city's Satrasta area, causing incovenience to commuters. (Express photos by Ganesh Shirsekar)

Jul 3, 2026 03:50 PM IST
36 roads closed in Gujarat's Valsad due to waterlogging

Amid heavy rainfall in Gujarat's Valsad district in the last 24 hours, over 36 roads were closed on Friday due to waterlogging. NDRF and SDRF teams have been pressed into service in various talukas.

Over the last couple of days, heavy rain has been witnessed in Tapi, Surat, Navsari, Valsad, and Dangs district in South Gujarat.  The highest rainfall was recorded in Valsad district at 76.57 mm. (Express photos)

Jul 3, 2026 03:44 PM IST
Low-pressure system over Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rain in south Bengal: IMD

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal will bring heavy to very heavy rainfall to some districts of south Bengal till July 6, potentially causing waterlogging in low-lying areas in the region, the IMD said on Friday.

It said that very heavy rain is very likely over South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Purulia, Bankura and Howrah districts on July 5.

The low pressure system over northwest Bay of Bengal, which is likely to get more marked during the next two days, will bring heavy rain in most districts of south Bengal, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

The IMD cautioned of possible waterlogging in low-lying areas owing to the possible heavy rains and thunderstorms. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 03:29 PM IST
IMD forecasts rain in several areas of Jharkhand from Saturday

The IMD on Friday forecast light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across Jharkhand over the next four days.

The weather office issued an 'orange' alert (be prepared) for isolated thunderstorms and lightning across all 24 districts on Saturday, followed by a 'yellow' alert (be updated) from July 6 to 8.

Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds with speeds of 40-50 kmph is likely across the state during the period, the IMD said.

According to the IMD bulletin, Latehar, Palamu, Chatra and Garhwa districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall on Sunday.

On Monday, Hazaribag, Ramgarh, Latehar, Chatra and Ranchi districts are expected to witness heavy rain, while Khunti, Gumla, Simdega and West Singhbhum are likely to receive heavy showers on Tuesday. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 03:19 PM IST
60 roads blocked in Himachal Pradesh, NH-05 hit by cloudburst debris

Heavy monsoon rains continued to disrupt normal life across Himachal Pradesh on Friday, with 60 roads blocked, electricity infrastructure damaged in several districts and dozens of water supply schemes rendered non-functional, according to the latest State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) report.

The SEOC's utility status report issued at 10:00 AM said widespread rainfall and localised weather-related incidents over the past 24 hours have affected transport and essential services across the state.

A major cloudburst in the Nichar subdivision of Kinnaur district triggered a flash flood and heavy debris flow, blocking the National Highway-05 (NH-05) near Choling Middle School. Restoration work is underway, while authorities have advised commuters to exercise caution and follow traffic advisories.

In Lahaul and Spiti, the strategically important ATR route between North Portal and Sarchu has also been closed to vehicular traffic at Yurnath due to adverse weather conditions. ANI

Jul 3, 2026 03:02 PM IST
IMD issues red alert in Mumbai, Thane & Palghar

The IMD has issued a red alert in Mumbai and its neighbouring districts of Thane and Palghar starting Saturday.

Jul 3, 2026 02:43 PM IST
Monsoon rains lash Rajasthan; Sambhar records highest rainfall, orange alert issued

The southwest monsoon brought widespread rainfall across Rajasthan, with Sambhar in Jaipur recording the highest rainfall of 8 cm during the 24 hours ending Friday morning, the Meteorological Department said.

Nimbahera in Chittorgarh district, Kekri in Ajmer, Phagi in Jaipur and Buhana in Jhunjhunu recorded 7 cm of rainfall each, while Kotri in Bhilwara received 6 cm. Several other places recorded rainfall below 6 cm.

According to the weather department, several places in eastern Rajasthan witnessed thunderstorms, gusty winds and light to moderate rainfall during the past 24 hours, while isolated places received heavy rain. Parts of western Rajasthan also experienced light to moderate rainfall accompanied by gusty winds.

Heavy rainfall led to waterlogging in urban areas of Chittorgarh, Bhilwara and Rajsamand districts, while several villages in these districts also witnessed water accumulation. PTI

Jul 3, 2026 02:19 PM IST
Odisha to install four more doppler radars to strengthen weather forecasting, disaster preparedness

Odisha has decided to install four more Doppler weather radars to enhance forecasting of cyclones, floods and heavy rainfall, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced after a high-level review meeting. The new radars will be commissioned at Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur, Puri and Paradip, with the Sambalpur installation nearing completion and expected to be inaugurated soon. The state also plans to operationalise radar facilities at Balasore, Bhubaneswar and Puri within the current year. According to PTI reports, during the meeting, the minister directed departments to fast-track disaster mitigation projects, accelerate the construction of multipurpose flood and cyclone shelters, and ensure heatwave centres are ready before next summer. The state's preparedness for a possible El Niño impact was also reviewed, with officials stressing coordinated water management to ensure efficient use of reservoirs and irrigation infrastructure.

Jul 3, 2026 01:45 PM IST
Himachal: NH-5 reopens in Kinnaur after debris flow; 60 roads remain blocked

The Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH-5) in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district was reopened for all vehicles on Friday after a massive debris flow caused by heavy rain blocked the highway near Choling early in the morning. Two vehicles were trapped in the debris, but no casualties were reported, according to the PTI reports. Across the state, 60 roads remain closed, while dozens of electricity transformers and water supply schemes have been disrupted due to the monsoon. Meanwhile, 24 pilgrims stranded near a temple in Chamba after flash floods washed away a temporary bridge were rescued in a joint operation. The IMD has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh on July 4 and 5.

Jul 3, 2026 01:00 PM IST
Shimla soaked in light rain as active monsoon covers Himachal Pradesh

The southwest monsoon has picked up pace across Himachal Pradesh, bringing steady rainfall to several parts of the state. In the state capital, Shimla, light rain has been continuing since Friday morning, creating pleasant weather conditions and providing relief from the heat. Continuous rainfall has also been reported from various other districts, with the wet spell expected to persist as the monsoon remains active across the hill state.

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Jul 3, 2026 12:57 PM IST
Watch | Heavy rain batters Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh, roads waterlogged

Heavy rainfall lashed several parts of Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh district on Friday, leading to waterlogging on roads and disruption. Visuals from the area showed streets inundated with rainwater, slowing vehicular movement.

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Jul 3, 2026 12:54 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh: Panchayat assistant secretary swept away by strong water current in Ujjain

A Gram Panchayat assistant secretary was swept away by a strong current of water in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain district after heavy rainfall caused a surge in a local water body on Friday. The victim, identified as Gavdi Lodha, was reportedly caught in the fast-flowing current while crossing the area. Rescue teams have launched a search operation, which is still underway. Further details are awaited.

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Jul 3, 2026 12:22 PM IST
Man killed after tree falls on bike amid heavy rains in Thane

A 35-year-old man died after a coconut tree uprooted by heavy rain and strong winds fell on his motorcycle in Maharashtra's Thane district, officials said on Friday. The victim, Rahul Ashok Patil, son of a former deputy mayor of the Mira-Bhayander Municipal Corporation (MBMC), sustained critical injuries in the incident in Mira-Bhayandar's Sadanand Nagar area on Wednesday evening and died in hospital after two days of treatment, according to the news agency PTI. Authorities said it is the first rain-related fatality reported in the city this monsoon.

Jul 3, 2026 11:31 AM IST
Madhya Pradesh: Narmada river water level rises in Dindori after heavy rainfall

The water level of the Narmada river rose in Madhya Pradesh's Dindori district following continuous heavy rainfall in the region on Friday.

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Jul 3, 2026 10:27 AM IST
Delhi under 'yellow' alert as IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds

Delhi woke up to cloudy skies on Friday with the minimum temperature at 28.1 degrees celsius as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for moderate rain and thunderstorms. The weather office has forecast a generally cloudy day with light to moderate rainfall, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph through the day, while the maximum temperature is likely to reach 32 degrees celsius. Meanwhile, the city's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category, with the AQI recorded at 89 at 9 am.

Jul 3, 2026 10:25 AM IST
Heavy to very heavy rain to continue over Konkan-Goa; showers to ease across Maharashtra next week

Heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thundershowers is expected to persist across Konkan-Goa from Friday through early next week. According to the weather department, North Madhya Maharashtra, South Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada are likely to witness light to moderate rain at varying intensity, with showers on Friday and Saturday gradually reducing to scattered and isolated rainfall by Monday and Tuesday. Overall, rainfall is forecast to remain strongest over Konkan-Goa, while interior Maharashtra is expected to see a gradual weakening of monsoon showers as the week progresses.

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