India, Aug. 7 -- Heavy monsoon rains hit several states, with orange alerts issued for Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan due to intense rainfall.

Delhi-NCR receives refreshing showers, reducing humidity, while thunderstorms and lightning warnings remain active across the capital region.

Uttarakhand faces rising landslide risks as continuous rainfall blocks roads and disrupts transportation in several mountainous districts.

Assam flood situation worsens, affecting thousands of people across multiple districts as rescue and relief operations continue.

IMD advises citizens and farmers to stay alert, avoid risky travel and prepare for ongoing heavy rainfall conditions nationwide.

The southwest monsoon has regained f...