"Temporary pre-monsoon rain showers will merge in the normal monsoon in northeastern states. By IANS | Posted 1 hourNew Delhi: Pre-monsoon showers continue to provide respite from heat in the north and east India and are likely to continue for two more days at least, the weather department and private forecasters said. As per weather analysts, cyclonic circulation over Punjab, Haryana and Pakistan has an effect extending till eastern India. In the national capital, the maximum temperature after a rainy morning dipped to 32.4 degree Celsius while pre-monsoon rains are expected till Wednesday, which would follow dry winds leading to a rise in the mercury. Heavy damage was also reported at some parts of the state Uttarakhand where heavy hailstorm, rains and a cloudburst wreaked havoc.

Source: Mid-Day May 30, 2016 18:00 UTC