India news Live Updates, 12 October 2026: Delhi-NCR wakes up to heavy rain and thunderstorms; IMD issues red alert

Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rain and thunderstorms on Monday, marking a significant shift in weather patterns across the National Capital Region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted maximum temperatures to range between 32 and 34 degrees Celsius on October 13, followed by a slight increase to 33-35 degrees Celsius on October 14.

Meanwhile, minimum temperatures will remain consistent between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius over the coming days. This update is brought to you by The Indian Express Realtime breaking news blog, providing the latest news updates as they happen. Despite Chief Justice Surya Kant declining an Opposition meeting request, the Congress and INDIA bloc leaders are proceeding with their planned march to the Supreme Court, while six significant Delhi Metro stations remain closed for security reasons.

In another part of the country, the Kerala Legislative Assembly is set to vote today on a resolution to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, backed by both the ruling CPI(M)-led LDF and the Opposition Congress-led UDF. Meanwhile, an MPSC paper leak scandal in Maharashtra has led to the chairman's compulsory leave and the appointment of senior IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe to lead an inquiry into the irregularities.