The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for several states until April 20, cautioning residents about high temperatures. Heatwave conditions are expected in Odisha, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and others. Meanwhile, northern states like Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan are forecasted to experience isolated to scattered rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds from April 18-20. Residents are advised to take precautions against heat exposure and stay updated on weather advisories.  

Heavy rain hits UAE, flooding Dubai and triggering concerns about cloud seeding. Experts link the downpour to artificial rain efforts, raising fears of flash floods. Cloud seeding aims to boost rainfall, crucial for water needs in arid regions like the UAE. However, it poses dangers, including diverting rain from other areas and ecological harm. Recent flooding in Oman, also using cloud seeding, raises alarm. Silver iodide, a key chemical, has long-term impacts on ecosystems, including ocean acidification and ozone layer depletion. As UAE faces aftermath, debate intensifies over the risks of manipulating weather.

Severe rainfall hits the UAE, causing major flooding and disrupting Dubai airport operations. The government labels it the heaviest rain in 75 years. One fatality reported as a 70-year-old man swept away in Ras Al-Khaimah. Dubai receives over 142mm of rain in one day, exceeding its yearly average. Inland areas record up to 80mm, nearing the annual average. Homes flooded, vehicles abandoned, and tanker trucks deployed to pump water. Lack of drainage exacerbates the situation. Rainfall in the arid UAE is rare but occurs periodically in winter.

UAE hit by heaviest rain ever, flooding Dubai. Record-breaking 142mm falls in just 24 hours, more than double the usual yearly amount. Dubai Airport shuts down as runways disappear under water. Storm starts Monday night, worsens Tuesday with heavy rain and hail. It's the worst seen since records began in 1949. UAE now faces a massive cleanup operation. This deluge highlights the country's vulnerability to extreme weather, despite being mostly desert.

Heatwave conditions are forecasted by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in various regions over the next five days. Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal may experience isolated heatwaves from April 16-20, while north Konkan, Saurashtra, and Kutch may see them on Tuesday and Wednesday. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Telangana are expected to face heatwave conditions at different intervals. Hot and humid weather is predicted for several regions including Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Coastal Karnataka during the specified period. The IMD advises residents to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions during these extreme weather conditions.

Severe thunderstorms hit the UAE, causing extensive flooding in Dubai, with over 5 inches of rain falling in a few hours—equivalent to a year and a half of normal rainfall. Dubai's major highways and airport operations, including Dubai International Airport, were disrupted. The airport saw chaotic scenes, with reports of overcrowding and stranded families. The UAE experienced unprecedented flooding, with rainfall levels matching the yearly average within hours. The situation has been described as apocalyptic, with more than 4.7 inches of rain recorded by 4 pm.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) grapples with the aftermath of the most substantial rainfall in 27 years, resulting in catastrophic floods. Seven individuals of Asian descent lost their lives, with rescue operations underway across heavily affected areas like Sharjah and Fujairah. Social media inundated with videos of dramatic rescues as cars submerged and streets turned into rivers. The UAE Ministry of Interior confirms 879 rescues and allocates 827 hotel rooms for nearly 1,885 displaced individuals. The nation faces a daunting recovery task as it confronts the aftermath of this unprecedented natural disaster.

Heavy rain wreaked havoc in Dubai, flooding streets, malls, and halting airport operations briefly. Landmarks like Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates were inundated, with ankle-deep water even at a metro station. Schools across the UAE remained closed due to anticipated further storms. Dubai airport, the world's busiest, suspended operations for 25 minutes, canceling over 50 flights. The Asian Champions League semi-final,due to be hosted in Al Ain was postponed. Inland areas recorded over 80mm of rain, with climate change warnings reiterated. Bahrain also affected. Oman's death toll climbed to 18, with two still missing, mostly from flash floods.

Intense rainfall and flash floods have devastated parts of the Gulf region, claiming at least 18 lives in Oman, including nine schoolchildren and their driver in Samad A'Shan. Oman's National Committee for Emergency Management continues to search for two missing individuals in the country as rescue efforts persist. The United Arab Emirates also bore the brunt of the heavy downpour, with flooded highways, stranded vehicles, and travel disruptions across Dubai. Schools remained closed in the UAE, and employees worked remotely as authorities deployed tankers to pump out water from inundated streets. The extreme weather conditions disrupted flights and forced road closures in the UAE, leaving residents stranded and prompting evacuation measures in affected areas of Oman.

Twenty-two flights were diverted from Delhi as rain and thunderstorm hit the capital, providing relief from the scorching heat. The sudden downpour disrupted flight operations, with several airlines affected. The India Meteorological Department attributed the weather to an active western disturbance, forecasting more rain and gusty winds for Sunday. An advisory warned of thunderstorms, lightning, and urged residents to stay indoors and avoid travel. Delhi-NCR is expected to experience generally cloudy skies and light showers, with winds reaching 35 to 40 kmph. Authorities advised precautionary measures for safety amid the inclement weather.