Pune and the surrounding area experienced a temperature of 40 degrees Celsius for the first time this season. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has attributed this to the beginning of the summer trend, yet upcoming rains are set to stabilize temperatures. , Pune News, Times Now
Rainfall is predicted over several parts of India, including Punjab and Haryana till Saturday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rainfall with thunderstorms and hailstorms is likely over northwest and east India on Friday and Thursday and a significant reduction thereafter., India News, Times Now
Delhi was pounded by sudden rain with thunderstorms and high gusty winds on Wednesday evening. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier forecasted further spells of rain during the following days. A "yellow" signal has been issued by IMD for Delhi on Thursday and Friday, with showers, hail, and strong winds predicted.
As many as 17 passengers were left behind at the Vijayawada international airport after an Air India Express flight IX695 to Kuwait reportedly took off at an earlier time than what was mentioned on the affected passengers' tickets.