A 28-year-old man named Aryan died after falling into a roadside drain filled with rainwater in Noida's Sector 58 on Thursday morning. The incident occurred due to waterlogging caused by heavy rainfall, highlighting concerns over civic safety and infrastructure preparedness.
A three-year-old girl died in Ghaziabad after falling into accumulated rainwater, while heavy monsoon rains caused a road to collapse in Vasundhara Sector 13, submerging vehicles. Widespread waterlogging and traffic chaos were reported across Noida and Ghaziabad, leading to school closures and criticism of civic infrastructure.
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and several fatalities across India. Red and orange alerts are in effect for multiple states, with authorities on high alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
India is experiencing severe monsoon rains, causing widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, landslides, and rescue operations across multiple states. The India Meteorological Department has issued red and orange alerts for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, with several regions reporting fatalities and infrastructure damage.
Gurugram experienced severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions following heavy rainfall, prompting an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department. The city recorded 115 mm of rain in 33 hours, leading to extensive delays and several rain-related incidents.
Delhi experienced heavy monsoon rains in the early hours of Thursday, bringing relief from humid weather. The IMD issued an 'orange' alert, forecasting more rainfall and leading to waterlogging in several areas.
Delhi received its most intense monsoon rainfall on Tuesday, causing waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and flight delays. Several areas recorded heavy showers, with Najafgarh logging 84mm. Rain is expected to continue until Saturday, with a yellow alert issued for Wednesday and Thursday.
Gurgaon experienced its first heavy monsoon rain, receiving 82 mm in two hours. This led to road cave-ins, severe waterlogging, and massive traffic jams on key arterial roads, stranding thousands of commuters. Infrastructure vulnerabilities were exposed, particularly on NH-48.
Mumbai and Maharashtra are experiencing severe disruptions due to heavy rainfall and strong winds for the third consecutive day. Palghar district is the worst-hit, with widespread waterlogging, stranded trains, and landslides. Schools and colleges have been declared holidays, and essential services are impacted.
A multi-storey 'chawl' collapsed in Mumbai's Mankhurd on Sunday evening, with four to five people feared trapped. The incident occurred during heavy rains that disrupted flights, caused flooding, and led to one death in Kurla.
Mumbai is under a red alert due to heavy rains, causing significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The IMD predicts continued intense showers, with eastern suburbs recording the highest rainfall. Authorities advise caution and avoiding vulnerable areas.
BJP Karnataka released an AI-generated video mocking Congress leader DK Shivakumar ahead of his Karnataka CM swearing-in, accusing the new government of neglecting farmers and Dalits. Shivakumar is set to be sworn in today.
Heavy rainfall in southern and central China has caused flash floods and landslides, killing 12 people and forcing hundreds to evacuate. Meanwhile, northern India is experiencing severe heatwaves with temperatures exceeding 45C, leading to warnings and farmers working at night.
Bengaluru experienced heavy rain, thunder, and lightning, causing severe waterlogging and traffic jams in multiple areas. Flight schedules were impacted, and the downpour highlighted the city's ongoing monsoon challenges.
