Mumbai was battered by heavy rains for the third straight day on Monday, with the city recording 177mm of rain in just 6-8 hours. The IMD issued a red alert for Mumbai and nearby districts, warning of more downpours and high tides. Several low-lying areas, including Chembur and Matunga, faced waterlogging. Traffic on the Western Express Highway slowed to a crawl, while local trains were delayed as tracks flooded. A school bus with children was stranded but later rescued safely. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis urged citizens to stay cautious. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar called for coordinated relief and rescue efforts. (PC: HT Photo)

Airtel mobile users in Delhi-NCR faced major network issues on Monday, with many reporting call drops, weak signal, and slow internet. Complaints flooded social media, where users said they were unable to make or receive calls and even missed OTPs. Airtel Cares, the company’s support team, admitted to the outage and assured subscribers that the problem was being resolved. “We are currently experiencing a network outage, our team is actively working to resolve the issue and restore services promptly,” Airtel posted. However, the company has not shared the cause of the disruption or the expected time for full restoration. (PC: Reuters)

YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav confirmed he and his family are safe after gunfire erupted outside their Gurugram home early Sunday. Unidentified masked assailants fired over 15 rounds at the Sector 57 residence around 5:30 AM. Elvish was not present during the attack, as he usually stays away due to work. His father, Ram Avtar Yadav, expressed fear and unease, stating CCTV footage revealed at least two attackers, possibly three. Gurugram Police confirmed the incident and launched an investigation. Elvish thanked fans via Instagram for their concern. He was recently seen in Laughter Chefs Season 2 and served as a gang leader in Roadies.

Heavy rain lashed Mumbai on Monday, forcing schools to shut and disrupting daily life. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for the city and a red alert for nearby districts, including Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Kolhapur. Waterlogging was reported in Sion and traffic jams hit major roads like the Western Expressway. “As heavy rainfall continues under the Orange Alert, incidents of waterlogging and reduced visibility are being reported,” said the Mumbai Police Chief, urging people to avoid unnecessary travel. Airlines also advised passengers to leave early for flights. The BMC reported tree falls, wall collapses, and short circuits across the city. (PC: India Today)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced Russia’s latest strikes as “demonstrative and cynical” after missiles hit Kharkiv, killing seven people, including a young child. The assaults also struck Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Odesa, leaving at least three more dead and over 20 injured. “These strikes are deliberate attacks on civilians meant to intimidate us,” Zelenskyy said, urging stronger global support. The escalation comes just before his White House talks with US President Donald Trump and European leaders, a meeting seen as pivotal for Ukraine’s future. While Trump said peace was “possible,” he ruled out NATO membership and the return of Crimea. (PC: Reuters)

India’s first female racing champion, Diana Pundole, is set to make her Middle East debut this September at the Ferrari Club Challenge, competing across Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. A trailblazer in Indian motorsport, Pundole began her journey with go-karting and rose through male-dominated circuits to win India’s national saloon car championship in 2024. Known for her fearless mindset, she never raced in women-only categories, believing racing is about skill, not gender. She recently hit 270 kmph at Yas Marina Circuit and served as chief guest at Dubai’s IBPC Independence Day celebration. Pundole credits her late father’s passion for motorsport as her lifelong inspiration. (PC: Khaleej Times)

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy to very heavy rain in Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat over the next few days. A fresh low-pressure area has formed over the Bay of Bengal near Andhra Pradesh and Odisha coasts, likely to turn into a depression soon. This system will bring widespread rain to the west coast and central India. Extremely heavy rain is expected in Konkan, including Mumbai, Goa, and parts of Gujarat until August 20. Telangana, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh will also see intense rainfall. IMD has asked people to remain alert to possible flooding risks. (PC: HT Photos)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met NDA’s Vice Presidential candidate CP Radhakrishnan in Delhi on Monday. Modi praised Radhakrishnan’s long career in public life and said his experience would strengthen the nation. The BJP-led alliance announced Radhakrishnan as its nominee after Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned in July due to health reasons. Radhakrishnan, a two-time MP from Coimbatore and former Governor of Jharkhand, has held several key roles in politics and governance. His nomination is also seen as a political move to strengthen the BJP’s presence in Tamil Nadu. The Vice Presidential election is expected soon. (PC: India Today)

Diana Pundole, India’s first female race car champion, is set to make her Middle East debut this September at the Ferrari Club Challenge. She will race across Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. Diana began her journey through go-karting before breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport. In 2023, she became the first Indian woman to win a mixed-gender race, followed by her national saloon car championship win in 2024. Ahead of her UAE debut, Diana said she is excited to compete on world-class tracks and inspire others to follow their passion without limits. (PC: MENAFN)

Former India pacer Karsan Ghavri has strongly criticised Jasprit Bumrah for his risky shot during the Lord’s Test, saying he “had no business” playing it. Bumrah, who supported Ravindra Jadeja with a 53-ball stay, threw his wicket away, hurting India’s chances in a close chase. Ghavri also slammed Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dismissal, calling it an “ugly shot.” However, he defended India captain Shubman Gill’s heated exchange with England’s Zak Crawley, saying such incidents happen in the “heat of the moment.” India eventually drew the five-Test series 2-2 after staging a strong comeback in the final matches. (PC: AFP)