NEW DELHI: Delhi has seen a very rainy start to August, with Safdarjung recording 127mm of rain in the first seven days—making it the wettest first week of August in at least 16 years.

Delhi faces heavy rainfall on August 5, 2026, causing waterlogging and traffic congestion in multiple areas.

Wednesday's showers caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across Delhi. Commuters experienced long delays and submerged roads in many city areas. Several key…