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Intense monsoon rains have caused widespread havoc across several districts in the country, severely impacting daily life and leading to loss of life and property. Waterlogging, traffic snarls, and crop destruction have been reported in multiple regions.

In Maharashtra's Marathwada region, six people lost their lives in rain-related incidents on Tuesday, as per Jagran.com. Four people drowned, one was electrocuted and another died due to a falling of a tree in Mumbai. The heavy rains have triggered flood-like situations in Nanded and Beed districts, while other areas in the region are also grappling with severe waterlogging.

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In Latur city, just two hours of intense rain led to widespread disruption. In Mumbai, around 70 incidents of falling tree were reported due to the downpour.

In Kerala, incessant rains for the past four days have disrupted both road and rail transport. Strong winds and rising river levels have added to the crisis. Many trains, including the Vande Bharat Express to Thiruvananthapuram, were delayed. In North Wayanad, many homes have been flooded.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Kozhikode, Kannur and Wayanad. An orange alert has been sounded for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram and Kasaragod.

Tamil Nadu is also facing the brunt of the monsoon. In Nilgiris, rain has continued for the third consecutive day, damaging 17 houses and displacing residents. At least 275 people have been relocated to temporary relief camps. Restoration work for water and power supply is underway.

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In Delhi, after a spell of storms and rain, temperatures rose again as the sky cleared on Tuesday. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 37.4°C, three degrees below normal, and a minimum of 25.6°C, one degree below normal. However, the IMD has forecasted the return of thunderstorms and rain starting Friday night.