IGI Airport in Delhi has been flagged for flash-flood risk over the next 24 hours as heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast. The alert comes after Friday's downpour caused waterlogging, flight disruptions and traffic woes across Delhi-NCR.
Delhi-NCR is set for more rain and thunderstorms on September 5, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert. Heavy showers may worsen waterlogging and traffic, while light rain is expected on September 6 before partly cloudy skies.
The rainfall situation has been particularly weak in the southern peninsula.
Mumbai's seven lakes are at 95.94% capacity as monsoon rains continue, keeping the city's water supply comfortable ahead of the remaining season.
Kharif sowing has clawed back to within 1.5% of last year's level, but a 13% rainfall deficit means the season's fate rests on the next four weeks.
More than 300 Indians remain missing after flash floods swept through Nepal's central districts, caused by an avalanche blocking the Bhotekoshi River tributary.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Delhi during the morning hours, with moderate rain expected at many places and heavy rain possible at isolated locations.
Delhi experienced heavy rain causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions in areas including Airport Road and Dwarka underpass, with a yellow alert issued by the IMD.
Mumbai's seven lakes are at 94.15% capacity, with water stock surpassing levels recorded in the past two years, as three reservoirs remain full.
Five Haryana cities entered the top 10, highlighting persistent pollution despite the monsoon and pointing to underlying emissions.
Mumbai is forecasted to experience light to moderate rain on August 18 with cloudy skies, according to the India Meteorological Department.
Mumbai's lake levels have crossed 92%, raising questions over the city's ongoing 10% water cut and whether relief could be announced soon.
