India, June 19 -- Delhi-NCR faces severe heat with temperatures reaching 42degC, limited relief expected despite chances of light rain and gusty winds.

Northeast India including Assam, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and West Bengal under heavy to very heavy rainfall orange alert conditions.

Several states including Bihar and Rajasthan warned of thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and strong winds up to 70 kmph.

Monsoon progressing slowly but advancing into Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and nearby regions over the next few days.

Heatwave conditions likely in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana while humidity increases discomfort across coastal and eastern states.

Residents of Delhi-NCR are likely to endure several more days of oppressive hea...