Download the app
← Latest news

Delhi dust storms and rain after heatwave-like weather raise urgent questions

Economy
Published on 27 April 2026
Delhi dust storms and rain after heatwave-like weather raise urgent questions

A cyclonic shift over Pakistan and Rajasthan changed

New Delhi was hit by dust storms and high-speed winds on Monday night, even as it had been experiencing heatwave-like conditions. The sudden weather flip followed a yellow alert for thunderstorms and rain. Experts say a cyclonic circulation over Pakistan and Rajasthan brought dust and sand, with temperatures likely to cool until April 30.

  • Dust storms and fast winds struck Delhi after a rain alert
  • Cyclonic circulation over Pakistan and Rajasthan is blamed
  • Dust and sand are expected to persist as temperatures drop
  • Cooler weather may continue until April 30
Read the full story at The Economic Times

This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on The Economic TimesThe Economic Times

The full experience is on mobile.

Swipe through stories, personalise your feed, and save articles for later — all on the app.