Mumbai Rains, Weather Live Updates: Orange alerts in Mumbai, few other Maharashtra districts, as heavy rains flood parts of city

Several areas in the city recorded over 200 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said.

Heavy rains inundated low-lying areas of Mumbai on Thursday morning, slowing road and rail traffic, with little signs of receding, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more rainfall through the day. The weather department has issued a red alert for Palghar, while orange alerts have been issued in a few other districts, including Mumbai.

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Man dies after falling into open manhole: A man died after falling into an open manhole in Mumbai’s Saki Naka area on Thursday afternoon as heavy rain battered the city. Rescue teams were rushed to the spot and an operation was underway till late evening.

Forecast in Delhi and other parts of India: Several areas in the city recorded over 200 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. The incessant rains led to severe waterlogging at several prime locations such as Dadar, Parel, Hindmata, Charkop, Worli, Goregaon, and Andheri, tying up traffic and causing trouble for commuters. IMD predicted extremely heavy rainfall over the Konkan region, Goa, and South Gujarat in the next four to five days, and issued a red alert for the same.

The rain deficit: While June recorded a 40 per cent rainfall deficit, the IMD has predicted July precipitation to remain below normal, less than 94 per cent of the long-period average. The weather department had predicted 92 per cent rainfall for June, but the month brought in just about 60 per cent of normal rains, making it the fifth driest June since 1901 — the year from which rainfall records are available in India.

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Jul 2, 2026 10:38 PM IST
Monsoon arrives in Delhi, first July onset since 2021

After days of heat wave and humidity, monsoon finally arrived in the national capital on Thursday, five days after its normal onset date.

Parts of Delhi received rainfall in the morning and witnessed cloudy skies, while temperatures dropped.

Experts said the city will experience monsoon-like rains by July 5 after the seasonal trough moves northwards again, resulting in another spell of rain over Delhi and other parts of northwest India.

The weather office has issued a yellow alert for Friday, predicting a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain, while the minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to hover at 22 and 32 degrees Celsius, respectively. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 09:38 PM IST
Monsoon to remain active over Himachal for next 45 days; IMD issues orange alerts across several districts

The southwest monsoon has now covered the entire state of Himachal Pradesh and is expected to remain active over the coming weeks, with intermittent spells of heavy rainfall likely across several districts, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Shobhit Katiyar, Head of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Himachal Pradesh, said the monsoon fully covered the state on July 1 after a gradual advancement over the past few days.

"The monsoon has now covered the entire state as of July 1. During the last two to three days, rainfall activity has remained widespread across all districts, with heavy rainfall particularly reported from Chamba and Kangra districts," Katiyar said.

He further stated that the monsoon is expected to remain active over the state for nearly the next 45 days, although rainfall activity may witness a brief weakening on July 4 before intensifying again thereafter. He also informed that, in view of the heavy rainfall forecast, Orange Alerts have been issued for several districts across the state. ANI

Jul 2, 2026 09:26 PM IST
Heavy rains batter Gujarat; waterlogging in Junagadh district; more showers likely

Heavy rains lashed several districts of Gujarat on Thursday, with Junagadh receiving the highest amount, while three people fell into open drains in separate incidents but survived, officials said.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rainfall occurred at most places over South Gujarat, multiple places over the Saurashtra region and isolated places in North Gujarat.

The weather office forecast more showers on Friday.

"Heavy to very heavy rains with isolated extremely heavy rainfalls are very likely in the districts of South Gujarat namely Surat, Navsari, Valsad, in Amreli and Bhavnagar districts of Saurashtra and also in Daman, Dadra and Nagar Haveli from 8.30 am on July 3," as per the IMD.

The southwest monsoon has advanced further into Gujarat, but was yet to cover the entire state, it said. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 09:04 PM IST
Low pressure forms over Bay of Bengal, heavy rain lashes several parts of Odisha

Heavy rain lashed several parts of Odisha, including capital city Bhubaneswar, on Thursday under the influence of a low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal, IMD officials said.

Jagatsinghpur received 57.2 mm of rainfall, followed by Dhenkanal 46 mm, Bhubaneswar 28.9 mm, Kendrapara 27 mm and Baripada 20 mm of rainfall on Thursday.

Due to the continuous heavy rainfall in various areas of Kalimela block of Malkangiri district for the last three days, landslides have occurred on the Sitapali Ghaat road of Manamakonda panchayat, causing disruption in traffic movement, an official said Bhubaneswar IMD centre Director Manoram Mohanty said due to the low pressure normal to heavy rainfall is expected to lash several parts of Odisha during the next few days.

Under the influence of cyclonic circulation over northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining north Odisha coast, a low pressure area has formed over northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining north Odisha-West Bengal coasts, Mohanty said. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 08:46 PM IST
Rains lash parts of Punjab, Haryana; maximum temperatures stay way below normal

Rainfall was recorded in districts across Haryana, while few places in Punjab too saw intermittent showers on Thursday, with maximum temperatures significantly below normal in both states.

In Haryana, Narnaul witnessed 17.5 mm rainfall, followed by Yamunanagar (11 mm), Gurugram (5 mm) and Palwal (2.5 mm), while Rohtak and Bhiwani recorded 2 mm rainfall each, according to MeT data.

In neighbouring Punjab, Sangrur and Hoshiarpur saw 1.5 mm and 1 mm rainfall, respectively.

The showers caused a marked dip in maximum temperatures in both states.

In Haryana, Ambala recorded a maximum temperature of 34.5 degrees Celsius, while Hisar's maximum was logged at 32.3 degrees Celsius, up to six degrees below the normal. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 08:21 PM IST
Monsoon death toll rises to 9 in Himachal Pradesh; 49 roads blocked

The southwest monsoon continued to lash Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, pushing the weather-related death toll to nine, while severely disrupting road connectivity, electricity supply and drinking water systems across several districts.

According to the latest State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) situation report, the cumulative damage to public infrastructure has been estimated at Rs69.65 lakh.

The official bulletin stated that continuous rainfall between June 30 and July 2 triggered multiple incidents of landslides, flash floods and other rain-related hazards, resulting in 49 roads being blocked, 42 Distribution Transformers (DTRs) becoming non-functional, and 27 drinking water supply schemes being disrupted across the state. ANI

Jul 2, 2026 07:45 PM IST
Heavy rainfall disrupts normal life in Mumbai, other parts of Maharashtra amid IMD 'red alert'

Daily life in Mumbai has been disrupted by continuous heavy rainfall. The IMD has issued a 'Red Alert' for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar.

Waterlogging in several low-lying areas, delays in local train services, and reduced visibility have affected flight operations. Meanwhile, in view of the Red Alert, the Palghar district administration has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges today as a precautionary measure.

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Jul 2, 2026 05:58 PM IST
Uttarakhand CM reviews state-wide monsoon mock drill; unveils disaster preparedness plans

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday reviewed the state-level pre-monsoon mock drill conducted at the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) Dehradun. The state-level mock drill was conducted in all 13 districts of Uttarakhand.

The exercise aimed to strengthen preparedness for potential monsoon-related disasters, enhance inter-departmental coordination, and assess the effectiveness of the state's disaster response mechanism.

During the event, the Chief Minister released the updated State and District Disaster Management Plans and reviewed a high-tech exhibition of search-and-rescue equipment deployed by the SDRF, NDRF, and Fire Services. ANI

Jul 2, 2026 05:49 PM IST
BMC suspends 4 officials for negligence as man dies after falling into manhole

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has suspended four officials, including the Assistant Commissioner of 'L' Ward, pending an inquiry into the tragic death of a man who fell into an open manhole amid heavy rainfall in the Sakinaka area of Andheri East.

The authorities have identified the deceased victim as Aslam Isak Shaikh (60), a resident of Yadav Nagar in Sakinaka. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Sakinaka Police Station on Khairani Road, where repair work on a water drainage grill was being carried out.

The victim was a pedestrian who accidentally fell into the drainage through an open manhole while the maintenance work was in progress. The BMC further stated that although his body has been located, efforts are currently underway to recover it. ANI

Jul 2, 2026 05:31 PM IST
Gujarat police reviews monsoon preparedness; deploys 1k SDRF personnel at sensitive sites

Gujarat police reviewed pre-monsoon preparations and disaster management across the state and deployed 1,036 personnel from 11 companies of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) in this regard, officials said on Thursday.

The review meeting was held at Police Bhavan here on Wednesday under state Director General of Police (DGP) G S Malik, which was attended by superintendents of police of districts and officers from various units, they added.

"Emphasis has been laid on coordinating and working together with NDRF, SDRF, Home Guard, GRD, TRB and local administration in times of disaster. A total of 1,036 personnel from 11 companies of SDRF have been deployed at sensitive and designated locations since June 28 as part of pre-planning," an official release stated. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 05:05 PM IST
Waterlogging in Thane affects commuters, business activitis

Heavy rainfall on Thursday led to waterlogging in several markets across Thane, causing inconvenience to shoppers, affecting business activities and slowing vehicular and pedestrian movement. (Express photo by Deepak Joshi)

Jul 2, 2026 04:45 PM IST
VISUAL | Nearly submerged car passes through waterloged Navi Mumbai street

A car passes through a waterlogged street in Navi Mumbai, on Thursday. (Express photo by Narendra Vaskar)

Jul 2, 2026 04:29 PM IST

An aerial view shows commuters walking through heavy rain near Prabhadevi railway station as civic construction work continues in Mumbai on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

Waterlogging, potholes, open excavation pits, fallen trees and ongoing infrastructure works continue to pose risks and disrupt daily life during the monsoon. (Express Photos by Akash Patil)

Jul 2, 2026 04:24 PM IST
NHAI strengthens monitoring of vulnerable, accident-prone stretches in Himachal

National Highway Authority Of India (NHAI) has undertaken comprehensive measures to ensure safe, smooth and uninterrupted traffic movement on national highways in Himachal Pradesh during monsoon.

Vulnerable locations prone to landslides, slope failures, debris accumulation, flooding and other monsoon-related hazards have been identified, and preventive measures have been implemented on priority, NHAI said in a statement issued here on Thursday.

The NHAI has carried out detailed surveys of vulnerable and landslide-prone stretches across the national highway network in the state. Based on these assessments, remedial works have been taken up at identified locations, the statement said. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 04:06 PM IST
Downpour, debris hits traffic movement on Char Dham routes; alerts issued for heavy rain

Amid moderate to heavy rain in most parts of Uttarakhand, the weather office on Thursday issued an alert for several districts including Dehradun.

Due to unceasing downpour, and falling debris and stones from hillsides, traffic movement has been affected on the Badrinath National Highway in Chamoli district and the Kedarnath Yatra route in Rudraprayag district.

Officials said for safety of pilgrims, the movement of vehicles and pedestrians on the Sonprayag-Munkatiya road in Rudraprayag has been temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 03:49 PM IST
Man dies after being swept into open manhole in Mumbai

A man died after being swept into an open manhole amid heavy rains in the city on Thursday afternoon, an official said. The incident occurred in the Chandivali area in the eastern suburbs, where waterlogging had apparently concealed the uncovered manhole.

Fire brigade and civic disaster management teams conducted a search and operation and the man's body was recovered subsequently.

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Jul 2, 2026 03:19 PM IST
Tree falls on parked vehicles near Mumbai's Churchgate station

A tree was uprooted near Churchgate station due to heavy rainfall and fell on nearby parked vehicles in the wee hours of Thursday. (Express photos by Akash Patil)

Jul 2, 2026 03:12 PM IST
Heavy rain shuts 46 roads in Himachal; orange alert issued

Moderate to heavy rain lashed parts of Himachal Pradesh, disrupting normal life as 46 roads were closed to vehicular traffic across the state, officials said on Thursday.

The Shimla Meteorological Centre issued an orange alert, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places from July 2 to July 5, except for July 3.

According to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), 18 roads were closed in Kullu, 15 in Mandi, nine in Sirmaur and two each in Lahaul and Spiti and Una districts. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 03:04 PM IST
Heavy to very heavy rain alert for Himachal as monsoon intensifies; day temperatures drop across state

Continuous monsoon rains lashed several parts of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, bringing a sharp fall in daytime temperatures and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over the next few days.

According to the morning weather bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, southwest monsoon conditions remain favourable for further advancement over adjoining northern states, while an active weather system is expected to keep rainfall activity vigorous across Himachal Pradesh through the first week of July. ANI

Jul 2, 2026 02:48 PM IST
As heavy rains batters Mumbai, tree uprooted in near Churchgate station

Amid heavy rainfall, a tree was uprooted near Churchgate station and fell on nearby parked vehicles in the wee hours of Thursday. (Express Photo: Akash Patil)

Jul 2, 2026 02:47 PM IST
Southwest monsoon enters Rajasthan, seven days behind schedule: IMD

The southwest monsoon entered parts of Rajasthan on Thursday, seven days later than its normal onset date, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

The monsoon has advanced into eastern parts of the state, with its northern limit currently passing through Tonk, Jaipur and Alwar, according to the Meteorological Centre here.

The IMD said the southwest monsoon on Wednesday advanced into additional parts of Gujarat, the remaining parts of Uttar Pradesh, the entire Delhi region, most parts of Madhya Pradesh, large parts of Haryana and Punjab, and parts of Rajasthan. PTI

Jul 2, 2026 02:40 PM IST
Mumbai rains: CNG pump at Vadala shut down due to waterlogging.

Mumbai has been receiving heavy rainfall since morning. The CNG pump at Vadala has shut down due to waterlogging.

Jul 2, 2026 02:05 PM IST
Scenes from a rain-drenched Mumbai

People venture out on rainy Thursday in Mumbai. (Express Photos: Sankhadeep Banerjee)

Jul 2, 2026 02:01 PM IST
IMD's Colaba radar defunct for 2 weeks

Over the past four days, Mumbai is witnessing heavy rainfall and earlier on Wednesday (July 1), the city had woken up to a red nowcast warning.

The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) S-band Doppler radar at Colaba has remained non-functional for nearly two weeks owing to a technical malfunction. An S-band Doppler weather radar is a long-range weather radar used to detect rainfall, thunderstorms, cyclones, wind movement, and other severe weather.

Officials maintained that the technical breakdown of the Colaba radar has not impacted the weather forecasting system since the IMD is using its secondary Doppler radar located at Veravali in the Palghar district of Maharashtra for detecting and forecasting meteorological activities.

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Jul 2, 2026 11:37 AM IST
Where will it rain in Maharashtra? And how much?

Here are district-wise rainfall warnings in Maharashtra. (Source: IMD)

Jul 2, 2026 10:27 AM IST
Konkan region, Goa, and South Gujarat brace for rains today

This map shows parts of the country that are braced for extremely heavy rains. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected over the Konkan region, Goa, and South Gujarat in the next four to five days, and a red alert has been issued for the same, the IMD said. (Source: IMD)

Jul 2, 2026 10:23 AM IST
Heavy rains flood parts of Mumbai, IMD predicts more showers

Heavy rains inundated low-lying areas of Mumbai on Thursday morning, slowing road and rail traffic, with little signs of receding, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more rainfall through the day. Several areas in the city recorded over 200 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said.

The rains led to waterlogging in several prime areas such as Dadar, Parel, Hindmata, Charkop, Worli, Goregaon and Andheri, causing trouble for commuters and slowing down traffic.

Jul 2, 2026 08:07 AM IST
Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, red alert issued in Goa, south Gujarat, Konkan region

Rains continued to lash parts of Delhi and NCR on Thursday morning, after a wet Wednesday night, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR, predicting cloudy skies, moderate rain spells, and strong surface winds. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected over the Konkan region, Goa, and South Gujarat, too, in the next four to five days, and a red alert has been issued for the same, the IMD said.

Jul 1, 2026 10:30 PM IST
Union Cabinet reviews flood situation, rainfall deficit across India

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reviewed the prevailing weather situation across the country, including flooding in the Northeast and below-normal rainfall in several other regions, according to sources.

The meeting took stock of flood-hit areas in the northeastern states, while also noting rainfall deficits elsewhere. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast below-normal rainfall across most parts of the country in July, along with above-normal temperatures in some regions.

Meanwhile, Union ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Kiren Rijiju are visiting flood-affected areas in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam to assess the damage and oversee relief and rehabilitation efforts.

(With inputs from PTI)

Jul 1, 2026 10:11 PM IST
Monsoon kills 7, triggers floods, landslides and transport disruption across India

Heavy monsoon rain claimed at least seven lives in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka on Wednesday, while flooding, landslides and waterlogging disrupted transport and daily life across several parts of the country. Two more people were killed by lightning in Uttar Pradesh.

In Himachal Pradesh, four people died in rain-related incidents as landslides blocked dozens of roads and damaged infrastructure. In Karnataka, three members of a family were killed after a rain-triggered landslide buried their home in Mangaluru. Maharashtra, including the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, continued to witness heavy rain, prompting a red alert in Palghar and an orange alert for Mumbai.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of more heavy rainfall over the coming days, with alerts issued for Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and south Bengal. Arunachal Pradesh continued to grapple with flash floods, while the southwest monsoon advanced across most parts of Uttarakhand and is expected to reach Delhi within the next two days.

(With inputs from PTI)

Jul 1, 2026 09:53 PM IST
Heavy rain lashes Mumbai region as IMD warns of more downpours

The IMD has issued a red alert for Palghar on Thursday and for Thane and Raigad between July 3 and 4, while Mumbai remains under an orange alert until July 5. Meteorologists said multiple active monsoon systems, including a developing low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, are expected to keep rainfall intense through July 7.

Several parts of Mumbai recorded more than 100 mm of rain within hours, leading to severe waterlogging at key locations including the Andheri subway and major arterial roads. Authorities also reported dozens of tree falls and several partial house collapses across the city.

Read the full report here.

Jul 1, 2026 09:16 PM IST
Two girls suffer electric shock while crossing accumulated rainwater under bridge in Navi Mumbai

Two girls suffered an electric shock while wading through rainwater accumulated under a bridge in Nerul area of Navi Mumbai on Wednesday evening and were hospitalised, officials said.

The incident occurred under the Nerul LP Bridge, said Sachin Kadam, chief of the disaster management cell.

"Rainwater has accumulated under Nerul LP Bridge. Two girls suffered shock at the spot and have been shifted to the hospital. MSEB, municipal electricity officials and the fire brigade are present at the spot," he added.

Kadam added that a live wire might have come into contact with water, triggering the incident.

Heavy rains have been lashing Navi Mumbai since Tuesday night, causing water-logging in several low-lying areas. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 09:03 PM IST
Six dead in accidents amid persistent monsoon rains, 35 roads blocked

Persistent monsoon rains continued to batter Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, disrupting road connectivity and electricity supply across several districts while claiming six lives, according to the latest report issued by the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC).

According to the SEOC, four people lost their lives in disaster-related incidents. Kangra district reported three fatalities caused by electrocution, lightning and falls, while one person died in Mandi district.

In addition, two people were killed in separate rain-related road accidents, one each in Kinnaur and Lahaul and Spiti districts, taking the total monsoon-related death toll to six.

The SEOC said 35 roads remained blocked across the state due to landslides, debris and rain-related damage. Restoration work is underway, with teams deployed to clear affected stretches and restore normal traffic. ANI

Jul 1, 2026 08:21 PM IST
Deficient Rainfall: PM Asks 10 Ministries to work in tandem, prepare contingency plan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reviewed the situation arising out of deficient rainfall during the Union Cabinet meeting and directed all concerned ministries and departments to work in close coordination to ensure timely preparedness and an effective response, sources said.

According to sources, the Prime Minister held a detailed discussion on the impact of below-normal rainfall and stressed the need for a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to deal with any emerging challenges. He asked all ministries concerned to prepare advance contingency plans and maintain close coordination so that any adverse impact on agriculture, water availability, power supply and other essential sectors can be effectively managed. ANI

Jul 1, 2026 07:34 PM IST
VISUALS | Mumbai's Andheri waterlogged

Mumbai's Andheri was seen waterlogged after heavy spells of rain in Mumbai, on Wednesday. (Express photos)

Jul 1, 2026 07:16 PM IST
Rain-triggered landslide destroys house in Mangaluru: 3 killed, three others rescued

Three members of a family, including two girls, were killed and three others were rescued after a rain-triggered landslide destroyed a house here early on Wednesday, NDRF officials said.

The incident occurred behind the Kankanady Police Station in the Nagori area of Mangaluru following heavy overnight rainfall that triggered a landslide, burying the house under a mound of earth, they said.

According to officials, six members of the family were trapped beneath the debris when the house collapsed. Residents, personnel from the Fire and Emergency Services, and other rescue teams rushed to the spot and launched an operation to extricate the victims.

The deceased were identified as Shanta (46), her eight-year-old daughter Anamika Chaurasia, and four-year-old daughter Pari.

Three others -- Balkrishna (48), Alka (14) and Anusha (11) -- were rescued alive from the debris and shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment, officials said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 07:06 PM IST
Orange alerts issued as monsoon hits parts of Uttarakhand

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places in Dehradun and Bageshwar districts as the southwest monsoon advanced across most parts of Uttarakhand.

The monsoon reached most parts of the state on Tuesday, bringing widespread relief from the prolonged sultry weather.

The department said it is likely to cover the remaining parts of the state in the next one or two days.

According to the Meteorological Centre, Dangoli recorded the highest rainfall of 98 mm in the last 24 hours, followed by Kausani (80 mm), Pithoragarh (68.3 mm), Dehradun (62 mm), Banbasa and Champawat (61 mm each), Garud (60 mm), Kalsi (50.5 mm), Jageshwar (48.5 mm) and Bageshwar (26.5 mm). PTI

Jul 1, 2026 06:31 PM IST
VISUAL | Underpass in Mumbai's Andheri goes under water

Amid heavy rainfall, the Andheri underpass in Mumbai was seen flooded. Vehicular and pedestrian movements were stopped. (Express photo)

Jul 1, 2026 06:24 PM IST
Schools to remain shut in Palghar tomorrow

Amid a red alert sounded in Maharashtra's Palghar district on Thursday, the district collector has declared a holiday across all schools of Palghar tomorrow, July 2.

Jul 1, 2026 06:15 PM IST
Powai lake overflows | Visual

Amid heavy rains across Mumbai, Powai Lake in the city's eastern suburbs started overflowing on Wednesday morning. (Express photo by Amit Chakravarty)

Jul 1, 2026 05:44 PM IST
Karnataka prepares drought action plan as rainfall deficit persists

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday said the state government has prepared an action plan to tackle a possible drought due to deficient rainfall and earmarked Rs 5 crore for each district to ensure an adequate supply of drinking water.

Warning that the situation could become "precarious" if rainfall remains deficient in July, he said almost all reservoirs in the state have reached dead storage due to poor rainfall. "We hope there will be good rainfall sometime in July," he added.

Parameshwara, who also holds the Revenue portfolio, chaired a review meeting with deputy commissioners, zilla panchayat chief executive officers and assistant commissioners of the seven districts in the Belagavi division. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 05:31 PM IST
Punjab's power stays demand above 17,000 MW for 3rd straight day as scattered rain fails to bring relief

Punjab's power demand stayed above 17,000 MW for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as scattered rainfall failed to reduce consumption by farmers as well as at households and industries, officials said.

According to the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), electricity demand remained high due to continued domestic, industrial and agricultural consumption. The discom supplied more than 17,000 MW of electricity to meet the state's requirement.

Light rainfall in some areas did not have a significant impact on overall demand, a senior power department official said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 05:18 PM IST
IMD's predictions for coastal Maharashtra

Warning for coastal areas for North Maharashtra coast (upto 75km from the coast) :- Squally weather with wind speed 40-50 gusting to 60 kmph is likely to prevail along and off North Maharashtra from 1st July to 5th July.

Warning for coastal areas for South Maharashtra-Goa coast (upto 75km from the coast) :- Squally weather with wind speed 40-50 gusting to 60 kmph is likely to prevail along and off South Maharashtra- Goa, coasts from 1st July to 5th July.

In both the regions, IMD has advised fishermen to not venture into the sea.

Jul 1, 2026 05:13 PM IST
IMD issues orange alert for Mumbai; Ratnagiri under red alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an 'orange alert' for Mumbai, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with the possibility of extremely heavy rain at isolated locations over the next few days.

In its district-wise forecast issued at 1.43 pm, the IMD also sounded a red alert for the coastal Ratnagiri district in Konkan for Wednesday, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places.

A civic official said that the IMD has issued a red alert for neighbouring Palghar on Thursday, while neighbouring Raigad has been placed under a red alert for Thursday and Friday.

Thane has been given an orange alert for Wednesday to Friday and a red alert for Saturday. Mumbai will continue under an orange alert from Wednesday to Saturday, the official said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 05:03 PM IST
Low-pressure system to bring heavy rain in south Bengal from July 3: IMD

The IMD on Wednesday said a low-pressure area is likely to form over the northwest Bay of Bengal on July 3, bringing heavy rainfall to south Bengal, while the sub-Himalayan districts are expected to get respite from the heavy downpour experienced over the past several days.

A favourable wind pattern and strong moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal are likely to trigger heavy to very heavy rainfall in some districts of south Bengal, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

It said heavy rainfall is likely over several south Bengal districts from July 4 to 7 due to the expected formation of the low-pressure area.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast over South 24 Parganas, Purba Medinipur, Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Purulia and Bankura districts on July 5 and 6, it said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 04:56 PM IST
What IMD scientist says about Mumbai rains

IMD scientist Bikram Singh says Mumbai has received good rains in past 24 hours and has thus been kept on orange alert. Singh also warns of waterlogging in low-lying areas.

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Jul 1, 2026 04:53 PM IST
Mumbai highway waterlogged after heavy rainfall

Severe waterlogging at Sion-Panvel Highway in Navi Mumbai after heavy rainfall.

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Jul 1, 2026 04:44 PM IST
Machail Mata, Mindhal yatras suspended in J-K's Kishtwar due to heavy monsoon rain

Pilgrimages to the Machail Mata and Mindhal Mata shrines in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district remained suspended on Wednesday due to adverse weather conditions triggered by heavy monsoon rain, officials said.

The district administration said the decision was taken in view of incessant rainfall, slippery roads and the risk of shooting stones to ensure the safety of pilgrims.

"In view of the adverse weather conditions prevailing across Kishtwar, including continuous rainfall, slippery road conditions and the risk of shooting stones, both the Machail Mata Yatra and the Mindhal Mata Yatra shall remain suspended on Wednesday," an official said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 04:16 PM IST
Southwest Monsoon covers entire Himachal Pradesh, reaches state 6 days after normal onset

The Southwest Monsoon has officially covered the entire state of Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, marking its complete advance across the hill state six days later than the normal onset date of June 25.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the monsoon advanced into the remaining parts of Himachal Pradesh on July 1, bringing the entire state under its influence. The latest phase of the monsoon covered the remaining areas of Shimla district, including Shimla city, Sirmaur, Mandi, Kullu, Lahaul and Spiti, and Kangra districts. It also extended across the entire districts of Solan, Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur and Chamba. ANI

Jul 1, 2026 04:01 PM IST
Himachal's Chamba hit with flood-like situation

The incessant rain created flood-like situations at Lanot and Phagdog villages in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, where falling debris from a mountain entered two houses, causing severe damages, including cracks on the walls.

Acting SDM and Tehsildar Abhiray Singh Thakur said instructions have been issued to the officials concerned to inspect the site and provide assistance to the affected families.

The southwest monsoon, which arrived in Himachal on Tuesday, covered the entire state by Wednesday, the weather office in Shimla said, as it issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places from July 2-6, except for July 4. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 03:51 PM IST
Falling boulder kills woman near Aut as torrential rain lashes Himachal

A woman lost her life after being hit by a boulder near Aut in Mandi district as torrential rain lashed several parts of Himachal Pradesh, including Shimla, Manali and Dharamshala, leading to multiple road closures, rising river waters and electricity disruptions, officials said on Wednesday.

Sukhbir Kaur (38), a resident of Nalagarh in Solan district, was heading to Manikaran with her family when a falling boulder hit her as she stepped out of the car on the Chandigarh-Manali National Highway near Aut, killing her on the spot.

Police have shifted the body to a nearby hospital for post-mortem, the officials said. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 03:32 PM IST
Helicopter services suspended amid adverse weather conditions in Kedarnath Dham Yatra

Helicopter services operating for the Kedarnath Dham Yatra have been suspended with the onset of the monsoon season in view of adverse weather conditions and passenger safety concerns, officials said on Wednesday.

The decision has been taken in line with guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), authorities added.

District Magistrate of Rudraprayag, Vishal Mishra, said that all helicopter operations for the pilgrimage have been halted until further notice.

"Helicopters operated by Thambi Aviation, Himalayan Heli, Rajas Aero, United Helicharters, Pilgrimage Aviation, Chipsan Aviation, Trans Bharat Aviation and other operators have returned to their respective bases following the suspension. During the monsoon period, pilgrims will have to rely on alternative modes of transport such as ponies, mules and palanquins. Services will resume only after weather conditions improve and necessary clearances are granted," he said. ANI

Jul 1, 2026 03:17 PM IST
Powai lake starts overflowing, but stock significantly low in 7 reservoirs supplying water to Mumbai

Amid heavy rains across Mumbai, Powai Lake in the city's eastern suburbs started overflowing on Wednesday morning, even as the stock in the seven reservoirs supplying drinking water to the metropolis remained abysmally low compared to last year.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said Powai Lake, one of the key artificial lakes within its jurisdiction, started overflowing at around 5.30 am. "With a water holding capacity of 545 crore litres, the lake's water is used only for industrial purposes," the BMC said in a post on X.

The excess water from the lake flows into the Mithi river, which drains into the Arabian Sea at Mahim. PTI

Jul 1, 2026 02:16 PM IST
Roads waterlogged in Navi Mumbai, Mumbai amid heavy rainfall

A few roads in Navi Mumbai and Mumbai's Worli area experienced waterlogging on Wednesday after heavy rainfall lashed parts of Maharashtra, ANI reported sharing visuals.

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Visuals from Worli

Jul 1, 2026 02:14 PM IST
Water level of Brahmaputra river rises amid heavy rainfall in Arunachal, Assam

The water level of the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati witnessed an increase after heavy rainfall lashed parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam on Wednesday, news agency ANI reported.

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Jul 1, 2026 01:39 PM IST
IMD issues ‘red’ alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red’ alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar districts for the next three hours, where isolated areas are slated to experience intense spells of rainfall.

Ratnagiri and Raigad remain under an ‘orange’ alert for the day, while Sindhudurg and Palghar are on a yellow alert, with heavy rainfall likely.

Jul 1, 2026 12:58 PM IST
District-wise orange and yellow alerts in Maharashtra

The Mumbai rains on Tuesday resulted in waterlogging in several parts of the city, slowing down traffic.

Here's a district-wise map showing weather alerts in Maharashtra. (Courtesy: IMD)

Jul 1, 2026 11:57 AM IST
Yellow alert in Delhi for strong winds: IMD

A yellow alert has been sounded by the IMD in Delhi for strong surface winds during the afternoon and evening hours today

The national recorded a minimum temperature of 28.6 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, with the MD predicting a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain during the day.

Jul 1, 2026 11:54 AM IST
IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for Rudraprayag till July 4

The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall alert for the next four days in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district, news agency ANI reported. The district administration has urged residents to remain vigilant and avoid visiting rivers, streams, and landslide-prone areas as a measure of precaution.

Officials have appealed to residents to follow advisories issued by the authorities to ensure their safety.

The administration also said it is closely watching the situation.

Jul 1, 2026 10:43 AM IST
Where will it rain today? And, how much?

A chart showing IMD's subdivision-wise rainfall warnings

Jul 1, 2026 10:38 AM IST
Cloudburst in Himachal's Lahaul-Spiti triggers flash floods

A cloudburst near Jispa in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti district triggered flash floods, completely blocking the highway and bringing traffic to a standstill. The situation prompted the authorities to suspend the movement of vehicles towards the affected area.

#watch | A flash flood triggered by a cloudburst near Jispa in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti district completely blocked the highway, bringing traffic to a standstill and prompting authorities to suspend the movement of vehicles towards the affected area

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Jul 1, 2026 10:30 AM IST
Mumbai's Wadala area waterlogged after heavy rains

Mumbai's Wadala area was waterlogged on Wednesday morning after heavy rains. The IMD has sounded orange alert for Mumbai today.

Jul 1, 2026 10:26 AM IST
IMD issues rainfall alerts for Maharashtra districts.

IMD has issued orange alerts for 4 Maharashtra districts, including Mumbai, and yellow alerts for two, predicting rains today. Check out weather alerts till July 4 here.

Jul 1, 2026 10:18 AM IST
Mumbai waterlogged after heavy rains

Heavy rain on Tuesday caused severe waterlogging at the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai.

Jul 1, 2026 10:15 AM IST
Orange alert for Mumbai, nearby districts; over 1.3L hit by northeast floods

Even as India continues to reel under rainfall deficit this year, parts of Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh are now braced for very heavy showers in the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted in its latest bulletin. An orange alert has been issued for a few districts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall today, while Sindhudurg and Palghar are on a yellow alert, with heavy rainfall likely. The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai tomorrow, warning of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places.

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