New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday issued a widespread rainfall warning for several parts of the country over the next 24 hours, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall across multiple states and isolated spells of extremely heavy rain over Odisha.

According to the IMD's latest weather bulletin, the warning will remain valid until 8:30 AM IST on August 8. The department has advised residents and local authorities in the affected regions to remain alert as intense monsoon activity is expected to continue.

Odisha is likely to witness the most severe weather, with the IMD predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by isolated extremely heavy rainfall. The state has been experiencing active mo...