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Massive dust storm sweeps Rajasthan; rain brings relief in north India

A massive dust storm barrelled through several parts of Rajasthan on Saturday, even as an active western disturbance triggered rain at most parts of north India, bringing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat that baked the region for the past few days. In Rajasthan, the storm triggered by a western disturbance affected Churu, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Alwar and Sikar districts, while Jaipur witnessed strong winds followed by rain. Clouds of dust and sand engulfed many towns, reducing visibility to zero and forcing motorists to switch on headlights during the day. Winds initially picked up in Hanumangarh and Sri Ganganagar regions, reaching speeds of around 56 kmph, officials said. While the storm disrupted normal life, the accompanying rain brought relief from the intense heatwave conditions in several parts of the desert state. "We never imagined such a massive dust storm could engulf the city. The sky turned dark around 2 pm, almost l

IMD issues red and orange alerts as dust storms sweep across Delhi

Dust storms and heavy winds hit parts of Delhi amid red and orange alerts on Saturday evening as the India Meteorological Department forecast strong thunderstorms, lightning, hail and rain. The weather department said a dust storm followed by a severe thunderstorm accompanied by lightning, hail and light to moderate rain is very likely over parts of central, northeast, southwest, west, northwest and north Delhi. Wind speeds are expected to range between 70 and 90 kmph, gusting up to 100 kmph. It said moderate thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and light to moderate rain are very likely over parts of southeast, east, central, northeast, south, southwest, west, northwest and north Delhi, as well as Shahdara and New Delhi districts. Winds may blow at speeds of 40 to 60 kmph, gusting up to 80 kmph. Light rain is also very likely over parts of south Delhi, the IMD said. It advised residents to remain indoors, avoid taking shelter under trees, stay away from weak structures and unp

IMD warns of severe heatwave across North India, temperatures set to rise

The IMD has warned of possible severe heatwave conditions across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Jharkhand, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi

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Heatwave grips north India as IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi-NCR

Temperatures in Delhi-NCR remain above 43°C; IMD warns of heatwave conditions across parts of north and central India till May 24

IMD issues heatwave alert across India; temperatures to touch 44°C in Delhi

IMD warns of intensifying heatwave across North, Central and West India with temperatures rising up to 45°C, while other regions brace for thunderstorms, gusty winds and rain

IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorm in several states; heat wave in west

According to the IMD, large parts of the country are likely to experience thunderstorms, rains and gusty winds, while hot and humid conditions are expected to persist in western parts of the country

Heatwave intensifies in west India, Delhi may get light rain, storms today

The national capital may receive a brief spell of rain during the forenoon, with winds of 30-40 kmph gusting up to 50 kmph, according to the IMD

IMD issues heatwave alert for north, west India; rain to lash south

IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely across south and northeast India

Rain cools North India, Delhi; IMD forecasts more showers till May 11

Rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds cool several regions as IMD forecasts continued wet spells till May 11, even as heatwave conditions persist in parts of Rajasthan

Rain, thunderstorms cool North India as heatwave persists in other regions

India is witnessing a sharp weather contrast, with heatwave conditions gripping parts of central and western regions while rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds bring relief to north and eastern states

Rain, storms bring relief in North India; IMD forecasts more showers ahead

Light rain and thunderstorms bring relief across North India, lowering temperatures by up to 5°C; IMD forecasts more showers nationwide

Heatwaves, warm nights sear northern states; power demand hits record high

The scorching heat, which has been slowly but steadily gripping northern states, showed no signs of abating, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) released detailed guidelines and advisories on how to combat and survive heatwaves on Saturday, with Delhi logging its hottest day of the season, so far. Temperatures in several regions have been significantly above normal - by five degrees Celsius or more - indicating a developing heat stress scenario across parts of the country, according to the IMD. Meanwhile, India's peak power demand hit a record high of 252.07 GW on Friday following an intensifying heat wave, which pushed up the use of cooling devices like air conditioners and desert coolers, according to the latest power ministry data. The previous record high of 250 GW peak power demand was recorded in May 2024. Isolated areas in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and central India are expected to experience ..

Hot & humid days ahead: IMD warns of heatwave across India till Apr 26

According to the IMD bulletin, heatwave conditions are very likely in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh till April 26

IMD issues heatwave alert as temperatures cross 40°C across India

IMD warns of intensifying heatwave conditions across several states, with temperatures expected to cross 40 degrees Celsius in many regions

IMD issues heatwave alert for Delhi, UP as mercury set to cross 40°C

Heatwave conditions are very likely over large parts of central and northern India, including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha, along with Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi

IMD sounds heatwave alert in North, rainfall warnings for Northeast

IMD forecasts heatwave in North India and rainfall in other regions, with temperatures rising in northwest India, while Delhi is likely to see partly cloudy skies today

IMD forecasts more heatwave days as temperatures set to cross 40°C

IMD flags rising temperatures and heatwave conditions across central and southern regions, while several states brace for rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning

Mercury set to rise across India; temperatures in Delhi may hit 40°C

IMD flags rising temperatures across India with heatwave alerts in several states, even as parts of northeast, northwest and south gear up for rainfall and thunderstorms in coming days