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Monsoon tracker: Northwest India to see rain till under western disturbance, pre-monsoon showers to intensify in Delhi

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Monsoon tracker: Northwest India to see rain till under western disturbance, pre-monsoon showers to intensify in Delhi

From June 17-20, conditions remain stable with partly cloudy skies and temperatures rising from 41°C to 43°C. Rain is expected in Delhi, with thunderstorms and gusty winds. Delhi weather prediction: Expect rain, light thunderstorm and lightning: Check IMD forecast for 15 June (PTI Photo) (PTI)It has started raining in Delhi. The Regional Weather Forecasting Centre in New Delhi confirmed the weather development.“Light rainfall accompanied with light thunderstorm and lightning (40-70 Km/h gusty winds) is very likely to occur at few places of Delhi (Jafarpur, Nazafgarh, Dwarka, Palam, IGI Airport, Vasant Vihar, Vasant Kunj, Ayanagar), NCR (Bahadurgarh, Gurugram,” RWFC New Delhi posted on social media.It also predicted rain in Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh, Gohana, Gannaur, Sonipat (Haryana) during the next 2 hours. Last night, it predicted gusty winds (40-60 Km/h) as “very likely to prevail” over the entire Delhi and NCR.Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted strong surface winds and very light to light rainfall during the afternoon. Thunderstorm accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (40-50kmph) is also likely, IMD predicted. Similar conditions are likely to continue in the evening as well.Delhi Weather on SundayDelhi recorded a maximum temperature of 38.5°C on 14 June. This was 1.4 degrees below the seasonal average, according to IMD.The IMD forecast very light to light rainfall on Monday. Thunderstorms and gusty winds were also expected on Monday afternoon and evening. Monday's maximum and minimum temperatures were expected to settle around 39°C and 26°C, respectively.At key weather stations, maximum temperatures ranged from 38.4°C to 39.1°C on Sunday. Ridge was the hottest area at 39.1°C, sitting 1.2 degrees above normal. Lodi Road recorded 38.7°C and Palam logged 38.6°C. Ayanagar was the coolest at 38.4°C, sitting 3.1 degrees below normal.Minimum temperatures ranged between 23.4°C and 26.2°C across the capital. Safdarjung recorded the highest minimum at 26.2°C. Ridge was the coolest at 23.4°C, sitting 3.2 degrees below normal. Relative humidity stood at 61% at 8:30 AM. The Air Quality Index was 151, falling in the moderate category.Delhi Weather PredictionThunderstorms and strong winds will be significant in New Delhi on 15 June. Temperatures will sit at 39°C with humidity levels at 65%. Strong surface winds and very light to light rainfall are expected during the afternoon.Conditions ease considerably from 16 June onwards. A partly cloudy sky with possible thunder and lightning is forecast on Tuesday. Temperatures rise to 40°C with humidity at 70%.From 17 June through 20 June, conditions remain consistently settled. Partly cloudy skies are forecast across all four days. Temperatures will gradually climb from 41°C to 43°C across this period.Humidity levels remain steady between 60% and 45% throughout. The week closes on a hot and dry note.About the AuthorSounak MukhopadhyaySounak Mukhopadhyay covers trending news, sports and entertainment for LiveMint. His reporting focuses on fast-moving stories, box office performance, digital culture and major cricket developments. He combines real-time updates with clear context for everyday readers. Sounak brings newsroom experience across breaking news, explainers and long-form features. He has a strong emphasis on accuracy, verification and responsible storytelling. His work tracks audience behaviour, celebrity influence and the business of sport and cinema. He helps readers understand why a story matters beyond the headline. Sounak has contributed to widely read digital publications. He continues to build a body of journalism shaped by consistency, speed and editorial clarity. He is particularly interested in the intersection of media, popular culture and public conversation in contemporary India. At LiveMint, he writes daily coverage as well as analytical pieces that interpret numbers, trends and cultural moments in accessib

Bengaluru set for weekend showers as IMD predicts above-normal monsoon in 2026 — See forecast for Delhi, Mumbai

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Bengaluru set for weekend showers as IMD predicts above-normal monsoon in 2026 — See forecast for Delhi, Mumbai

Diksha, who secured the position through a campus placement drive, said she appreciated the opportunities the job gave her but eventually realised that the lifestyle it demanded was not something she wanted for herself.Bengaluru fresher earning ₹60,000 quits marketing job.A young woman from Bengaluru has attracted widespread attention online after revealing that she voluntarily left her marketing job, which paid ₹60,000 a month, despite not having another role lined up.Diksha, who secured the position through a campus placement drive, said she appreciated the opportunities the job gave her but eventually realised that the lifestyle it demanded was not something she wanted for herself in the long run.Diksha documented her experience in an Instagram reel and revealed what compelled her to leave her job.'Come home, eat, sleep and repeat'"I quit my job. So I was earning 60k a month at 22 as a fresher in a marketing job. It was my college placement and the main reason Bangalore shift hone ka. No doubt, it was a fun job. I met amazing people, learned a lot, and I'll always be grateful for it. I didn't want to quit, but at the same time, I didn't want the same routine. 9-to-5 kaam karo—sorry, 9-to-9 kaam karo, ghar aa ke khao, so jao, and then repeat. And then wait karo weekend ka to actually enjoy my own life."(I quit my job. I was earning ₹60,000 a month at the age of 22 as a fresher in a marketing role. It was the job I got through campus placements and the main reason I moved to Bengaluru. There is no doubt that it was a great job. I met amazing people, learned a lot, and I'll always be grateful for the experience. I didn't really want to quit, but at the same time, I didn't want to keep living the same routine. Work from 9 to 5—actually, more like 9 to 9—come home, eat, sleep and repeat. Then spend the whole week waiting for the weekend just to enjoy my own life.)She further revealed that she chose action over endless deliberation, even though she had no clear roadmap for what comes next.“Apne dimaag ka dahi karne se accha hai unke dimaag ka dahi kar do, aur kisi random Tuesday ko resign kar do. I don't have any backup plans. I don't know what I want to do in my life. I just know I don't want to spend my whole life stuck in one place. I know it's risky, but no risk, no stories. Let's see how my unemployment era goes, aur nahi chala to? Koi na, I can always start again I want to be young, dumb, and broke for now.”How social media users reacted:Diksha's video about work-life balance and job uncertainty struck a chord with social media users. Here are some of the reactions:One user wrote: "9 to 9 kaam kro was epic"Another user commented: "Let’s goooooo."A third user said: "Wooow yaar."(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. Livemint has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)About the AuthorKanishka SinghariaKanishka Singharia is a Senior Content Producer at Mint with a passion for news, trends, and the stories shaping the digital world. She specialises in spotting viral narratives by constantly tracking social media platforms and turning them into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Her work ranges from fast-paced breaking updates to sensitive human-interest features, blending speed with clarity. With over four years of experience in news and trend reporting, Kanishka has worked with leading organisations such as Hindustan Times and Times Now. She moves seamlessly between profiling business leaders and telling the stories of everyday people, covering national developments just as effortlessly as the memes and conversations that dominate online culture. She also reports on real estate developments and civic challenges in major urban hubs like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Gurugram. Her coverage frequently explores the struggles of startup founders, inspiring journeys of CEOs, and the experiences of candidates dealing with the complexities of visa processes

Daily Briefing: Maternal deaths expose severe healthcare gaps in Madhya Pradesh

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Daily Briefing: Maternal deaths expose severe healthcare gaps in Madhya Pradesh

4 min readNew DelhiMay 30, 2026 02:25 PM IST The IMD has also warned of moderate to severe thunderstorm activity across northwest India between May 29 and 31. (file)A western disturbance is set to keep weather conditions active across large parts of the country over the coming days, bringing thunderstorms, gusty winds and widespread rainfall, while providing relief from the intense heat in several regions. North India Delhi-NCR witnessed a further drop in temperatures on Saturday after light rainfall over the past two days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for May 30 and 31, forecasting light rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph. The maximum temperature in the capital is expected to remain between 34°C and 36°C on May 30, significantly below normal.The IMD has also warned of moderate to severe thunderstorm activity across northwest India between May 29 and 31. Isolated hailstorms are likely over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand during this period. In Rajasthan, thunderstorms, dust storms and rainfall are expected to continue for the next four to five days. Parts of Jaipur, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Kota, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Bikaner divisions are likely to witness strong winds reaching 60-70 kmph, lightning and isolated hailstorms. The weather activity is expected to keep maximum temperatures below 44°C across most parts of the state, offering relief from the prevailing heatwave conditions. East India Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha. Bihar is expected to receive very heavy rainfall at isolated places, while thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds are likely to continue across eastern India through May 31. The weather office has cautioned that heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging in low-lying areas, traffic disruptions, reduced visibility and damage to vulnerable structures and standing crops. Northeast India Rainfall activity is expected to intensify over the Northeast from the beginning of June.Story continues below this ad According to the IMD, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh between June 1 and 4; Assam and Meghalaya between June 2 and 4; and Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura from May 31 to June 3. The department has warned of localised flooding, landslides and transport disruptions in vulnerable areas due to persistent rainfall. South India Monsoon-related rainfall activity is expected to continue across southern states over the next few days. Heavy rainfall is likely over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal from May 29 to June 1. Kerala and Mahe are expected to receive heavy rain on May 31 and again from June 1 to 4, while Lakshadweep is likely to witness heavy rainfall between May 31 and June 4.Story continues below this ad Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam are forecast to receive heavy rainfall from May 29 to 31, while Rayalaseema may witness heavy showers on May 29 and 30. South Interior Karnataka is also likely to receive heavy rainfall. West and Central India Parts of west Madhya Pradesh are likely to receive heavy rainfall on May 31 and June 1, while the Gujarat region is expected to witness heavy showers between May 31 and June 2. Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and isolated hailstorms are forecast over Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on May 29 and 30. Vidarbha is also likely to witness hailstorm activity on May 30 and 31. The IMD has advised people in affected regions to remain alert for thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds and heavy rainfall, which may cause localised flooding, traffic congestion and temporary disruptions to normal life.

IMD forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall in Odisha, providing relief from extreme heat conditions

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IMD forecasts thunderstorms and rainfall in Odisha, providing relief from extreme heat conditions

People walk through heavy rain on a city road, in Kolkata, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday (April 29, 2026) forecasted that rainfall and thunderstorms will likely occur in the next few days in Odisha and said that people are facing difficulties due to the sweltering heat.IMD Scientist Sanjeev Dwivedi told ANI, “The temperature yesterday was high, but the scenario is changing today... People are facing difficulty due to the heat conditions in adjacent areas. Rainfall and thunderstorms will occur in the...

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