A deadly storm system of heavy rain and powerful winds hit multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh, killing at least 96 people and injuring over 50. Bhadohi, Prayagraj, and Mirzapur saw the worst damage as homes collapsed, trees uprooted, and power lines snapped. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief and compensation measures.
Tamil Nadu is seeing a mixed summer pattern: coastal districts remain hot and humid, while western and southern areas may get thunderstorms and rain. Delta regions could also see scattered showers. Though no widespread extreme weather is expected, localized heavy rain is possible, meaning forecasts may vary sharply by district.
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IMD has forecast another round of unstable weather for Delhi NCR. After recent rain and thunderstorms, cloudy skies are expected with light rain in the afternoon or evening, plus thunderstorms and gusty winds of 15 to 20 km/h. Temperatures on May 6 are predicted at 20 to 22°C minimum and 34 to 36°C maximum, with May 7 slightly warmer and more humid.
Delhi has been placed under an IMD orange alert for thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds, with hail possible in isolated areas. Temperatures have dipped below normal, bringing a short break and improving air quality. However, the unsettled monsoon conditions are expected to continue for the next couple of days, impacting daily travel and outdoor plans.
West Bengal will likely see thunderstorms and rain until May 8, according to the IMD. The forecast points to heavy precipitation in sub-Himalayan districts, driven by favorable wind patterns and moisture streaming in from the Bay of Bengal. Temperatures are also expected to stay below normal across the state, making for cooler, rain-soaked days.
A Western Disturbance triggered a dramatic weather shift across Delhi-NCR on Thursday afternoon, bringing strong winds, rain, and reports of hail. Noida and Ghaziabad saw lashing showers alongside high-speed gusts, while parts of Delhi were hit by sudden spells that offered residents relief from days of scorching heat. Netizens shared viral videos of the intense conditions.
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Delhi NCR saw much-needed rainfall on Monday morning, easing intense heat and humidity. The IMD expects light rain and gusty winds across Monday and Tuesday, along with a yellow alert for the capital. Temperatures should stay moderate during the alert window, but a warm-up is expected from Wednesday onward.
Delhi sweltered on Sunday with a maximum temperature of 36.6°C and pockets of light rain. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and rain starting Monday, with cloudy, rainy conditions expected to continue until May 6. Heatwave conditions are not anticipated, and the city’s air quality remains moderate.
Rain, strong winds, and dust storms battered Chandigarh and parts of Punjab and Haryana on Sunday, sharply lowering temperatures. The disruptions triggered power outages, uprooted trees, and injured a local industrialist in Hoshiarpur. While the morning conditions brought chaos, skies cleared in the afternoon, bringing some relief from the heat.
Delhi-NCR saw relief from intense heat after rain and thunderstorms hit several areas on Saturday night. The IMD issued yellow and orange warnings for heavy rainfall and stormy conditions. While temperatures rose in the morning, forecasts point to continued light rain and intermittent thunderstorms over the next few days, and officials say no heatwave is expected.
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At least 20 people died in Nepal’s Rolpa district after a jeep carrying Baisakh Purnima pilgrims skidded on a rain-soaked mountain road and fell nearly 700 metres into a deep gorge. The accident happened in the Jaljala area, and rescue operations were delayed as continuous rainfall hampered access to the crash site.
Heavy Bengaluru rains flooded Church Street and left Bookworm with thousands of water-damaged books, sparking an online backlash and sympathy wave. In response, netizens floated a “Wet Book Fair” concept to save remaining copies and involve the community in cleanup and redistribution. The flood has become a surprising test of how fast local book lovers can mobilize.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Delhi-NCR, warning of intense weather activity over the next few hours. The alert follows heavy rain hitting the national capital, with conditions expected to worsen in the short term. Residents are urged to stay alert and follow official advisories as the IMD tracks the system’s movement.
Devastating rains and hailstorms hit Bengaluru on Wednesday evening, killing 10 people as uprooted trees, flooded roads, and collapsed structures wreaked havoc. The storm triggered major traffic chaos and widespread disruption across the city. Officials have issued a rain alert for the next three days, urging residents to stay cautious as conditions may worsen.
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Bengaluru’s pre-monsoon rains claimed more lives as a 35-year-old man was allegedly electrocuted near Mini Forest after coming into contact with an electric pole during heavy downpour. The tragedy follows a separate incident where a compound wall collapsed near Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital, killing seven people including three children. Police are investigating both cases amid ongoing rainfall.
Kolkata residents may get brief relief from the heatwave as the IMD forecasts rain and thunderstorms on Thursday, April 30. A yellow alert has been issued for Kolkata across the week, with rainfall expected to continue in multiple districts of West Bengal till May 3, bringing stormy conditions back after hot spells.
Bengaluru residents got relief as light rain and thunderstorms hit the city on Tuesday, bringing a break from intense heat. Meteorological updates suggest showers and rainfall activity will continue on Wednesday, with rain expected to persist until May 1. The sudden weather shift sparked a meme frenzy on X, with many netizens joking about chai pakoda time.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit multiple areas of Delhi NCR early Wednesday, ending a week of punishing heat with temperatures hovering near 44°C under an IMD Yellow Alert. The sudden relief came after a western disturbance sparked rapid atmospheric changes, pulling down temperatures within about an hour and bringing respite from oppressive humidity and heatwave conditions.
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