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A commuter train is stalled on a flooded railway track in Mumbai. Passengers get off and leave, frustrated by the disruption.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for areas in Maharashtra, including Mumbai, predicting extremely heavy rainfall until August 20. Coastal and central regions will see the highest intensity rains,
Rescuers and residents resumed searching for survivors as the death toll from five days of torrential rain rose to almost 400, with authorities warning monsoon downpours would continue until the weekend.
Heavy rains caused flooding and waterlogging in several cities this week. Doctors warn that the damp, humid weather is also contributing to a rise in fungal acne and other skin issues.
The southwest monsoon, which has been lashing the coastal region with heavy rains over the past few weeks, is now close to reaching its normal rainfall target. From June to September, Dakshina Kannada,
IMD warned of a Bay of Bengal low-pressure system affecting monsoon activity and forecasts heavy rains for several states.
ISLAMABAD: Monsoon rains have claimed at least 657 lives across Pakistan since June 26, with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) confirming the widespread devastation.
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Asianet Newsable on MSNBengaluru Sees 10% Rise in Viral Fever Cases Among Children as Monsoon Rains Continue
Bengaluru hospitals report a 10% rise in viral fever cases among children due to continuous monsoon rains and fluctuating weather. Doctors also note an increase in cough, cold, diarrhea, and other seasonal infections.