Bengaluru residents can expect ongoing pre-monsoon showers and thunderstorms until May 2, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert across multiple Karnataka districts, including Bengaluru Urban and Rural. The forecast also points to rainfall and thunderstorms in Odisha, offering some relief from the heat. Citizens are advised to stay alert for sudden weather changes.
Mumbai airport will suspend flight operations for six hours on May 7 as both runways close from 11 am to 5 pm for essential pre-monsoon maintenance. The annual work is intended to keep landings and take-offs safe during the monsoon period, and airlines have adjusted schedules in advance. The airport operator says the repairs are vital for airside infrastructure.
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