Mumbai experienced its first pre-monsoon showers, providing relief to residents from the intense heat and humidity. Cloudy skies greeted Mumbaikars, with light rains starting around 7 am. Various parts of the city, including Dadar, Kandivali, and Ghatkopar, received rainfall ranging from 4 mm to 26 mm. While road traffic and train services remained unaffected, the showers brought a welcome respite. Monsoon typically arrives in Mumbai in the second week of June. The timely showers mark a shift in weather patterns after last month's unseasonal rain and wind, which resulted in a fatal hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Delhi and six other states, coinciding with the Lok Sabha poll results day. The affected states include Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar. Meanwhile, the Southwest monsoon has advanced into parts of the Arabian Sea, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and the Bay of Bengal. The IMD predicts further monsoon progress into additional regions by June 7 or 8. Authorities have urged residents in the affected areas to take precautions against the extreme heat. This weather alert adds a layer of concern as the country awaits the election outcomes.

Mt. Kanlaon in central Philippines erupted on Monday, sending plumes 5,000 meters high, the seismology agency said. Despite the eruption, evacuations are not recommended for residents. The alert level for the volcano remains low. Phivolcs director Teresito Bacolcol described the eruption as steam-driven. A four-kilometer danger zone is in place around the volcano. Mt. Kanlaon last erupted in December 2017. The Philippines, part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire," frequently experiences volcanic activity and earthquakes. Phivolcs is monitoring the situation and may raise the alert level if needed.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that the southwest monsoon has advanced into parts of Lakshadweep, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal, bringing heavy rainfall. Bengaluru and Hyderabad are expected to experience continued rain till June 6. Meanwhile, Delhi faces a heatwave with a yellow alert for potential thunderstorms and light rain. The heatwave also affects Punjab, Haryana, and parts of North and Central India. The IMD predicts above-normal monsoon rainfall for the core monsoon zone, with below-normal rainfall in the northeast.              

Bengaluru witnessed a record-breaking downpour on Sunday evening, receiving 111mm of rainfall until midnight, making it the wettest day in June in 133 years. The intense thundershowers and heavy rain broke the previous record of 101.6mm set on June 16, 1891. Surprisingly, the city has already met its monthly rainfall quota, with an average of 110.3mm for June. The heavy rain was uniform across the city, causing a record spell of rain. According to IMD officials, this unusual rainfall is a result of the Southwest Monsoon setting over the Karnataka coast. The city is expected to receive more rainfall in the coming days.

An early monsoon onset over Kerala, progressing rapidly northward, promises relief from severe heat conditions in India. Meteorologists predict the monsoon will reach Pune and Nagpur by June 8. Currently, Maharashtra is experiencing increased moisture, signaling imminent rains. This contrasts sharply with last year when the monsoon had not yet reached Kerala by June 8. Pune's temperatures, soaring above 35°C, are expected to drop as pre-monsoon rains commence. Northern India, currently under a severe heat wave, anticipates cooler conditions as the monsoon advances.              

Delhi Water Minister Atishi appeals to Uttar Pradesh and Haryana Chief Ministers for additional water release as the national capital faces acute scarcity amid a scorching heatwave. Atishi cites decreased water levels at Wazirabad Barrage affecting treatment plants. Residents chase water tankers for survival, highlighting the severity. ANI footage captures desperate scenes as citizens vie for limited resources. Delhi government moves Supreme Court seeking Haryana's cooperation, emphasizing the urgency due to extreme weather conditions. The court will hear the plea on June 3. Delhi grapples with dire water shortages amidst relentless heatwaves.

Thirty-three poll workers, including home guards and sanitation staff, tragically died due to heatstroke during the seventh phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. Navdeep Rinwa, the state's Chief Electoral Officer, confirmed the peaceful and smooth completion of voting. Despite the overall success of the election, this incident cast a shadow over the proceedings. The Election Commission has ordered compensation for the families of the deceased workers. The elections concluded on June 1, and the results will be announced on June 4.

The Delhi High Court took judicial notice of the city's highest-ever temperature at 52.9 degrees Celsius, cautioning that the national capital "may only be a barren desert" if deforestation persists. Justice Tushar Rao Gedela made the observation while hearing petitions regarding the protection of "deemed forests" in Delhi. Amidst scorching heat and minimal rainfall, the court emphasized the urgency of preserving green cover. Additionally, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified a sensor error in the temperature recording, as the city grapples with soaring temperatures and heightened power demand.

The flood situation in Assam has deteriorated, with three more deaths reported, taking the toll to 15. Over 6 lakh people have been affected, with Nagaon being the worst-hit district. Ten districts are currently affected, down from 11 on Friday. Three major rivers are flowing above danger levels. Rescue operations are underway, with 41,564 displaced people taking shelter in relief camps. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority is working closely with NDRF, SDRF, and local administration to provide aid to those affected.