Weather

For Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh, a forecast of heat wave-like conditions in isolated pockets on May 18 and 19 has been issued.

As Chennai Super Kings take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in their final home game of IPL 2026 at Chepauk, all are eager to see if MS Dhoni plays the game or not.

Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals meet at the Arun Jaitley Stadium with both teams still battling for playoff qualification, although the home side have virtually no margin for error.

Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru meet in Dharamshala in a rematch of last season's IPL final, but the weather may end up dominating the headlines.

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The IMD has warned of a severe heatwave across Delhi and North India, with temperatures likely to reach 44°C. Strong dry winds and extreme heat may increase health risks, prompting officials to issue safety advisories.

According to the IMD, the monsoon advanced into these regions on May 16, nearly six days ahead of its normal schedule.

Thunderstorms and rain lashed Kolkata on the eve of the IPL 2026 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans disrupting the ISL game between Mumbai City FC and Mohammedan SC, with play halted for nearly 40 minutes before resuming.

IMD has also predicted heatwave conditions for Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi between May 17-21.

Early onset of monsoon expected this year, with arrival in Kerala by May 26.

Punjab Kings are looking to snap a four-match losing streak against an already-eliminated Mumbai Indians side eager to derail PBKS' playoff hopes.

Tll now, reports of around 89 deaths have been received, while approximately 53 people have been reported injured.

In Budaun, five people, including two minor girls, were killed and five others injured in separate incidents triggered by the severe dust storm and rain.

The southwest monsoon is likely to reach the Andaman region around May 16 as IMD forecasts thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall across northeast, central, and southern India through mid-May.

Mumbai and Thane will continue to experience dry weather on May 13 and May 14 before heat wave conditions set in.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are looking to move to the top of the IPL 2026 points table with a win, while Kolkata Knight Riders are fighting to keep their faint playoff hopes alive.

Conditions are becoming favourable for the advance of southwest monsoon likely over parts of south Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea and Andaman & Nicobar Islands towards the end of this week.

The IMD has advised people to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, stay hydrated, wear light cotton clothing, and avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours.

Seven lakes - Upper Vaitarna, Modak Sagar, Tansa, Middle Vaitarna, Bhatsa, Vehar, and Tulsi - with a combined storage capacity of 14.47 million lakh liters provide Mumbai with drinkable water.

In an attempt to reassure worried residents, the X account later stated that weather conditions were likely to improve from Tuesday onwards.