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Delhi rain: Thunderstorm brings national capital to halt, flights delayed, traffic hit

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Delhi experienced a powerful thunderstorm with wind speeds reaching 60–70 km/h, causing traffic disruptions and flight delays. The storm, triggered by a cyclonic circulation over Haryana and nearby areas, followed a day of extreme heat where the heat index soared to 50.2°C.
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