Heavy rain along with thunderstorms lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR this morning. The rain and lightning started around 3 a.m., and continued for more than an hour, bringing down the temperature further in the city.<br />''<br />''Meanwhile, water-logging was witnessed in several parts of Delhi after the rainfall, which may lead to traffic snarls in the morning hours.<br />''<br />''According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), showers are expected to continue in the coming hours, and the city may also witness hail activity and strong wind.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">However, the weather agency predicted clear skies and the mercury will gradually increase towards the end of the week from tomorrow. </span><br />

Parts of Delhi and several other parts of the National capital region are receiving moderate to heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms from early morning today. This led to water logging in low-lying areas and affected traffic movement in several areas. Delhi Traffic Police also alerted commuters to avoid specific stretches of roads where waterlogging has been reported.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Few hours of overnight rain left several parts of Gurgaon waterlogged this morning, with the city's traffic police warning people against stepping out, unless it's necessary. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorm with moderate to heavy rainfall in Delhi and parts of National Capital Region including Gurugram, Faridabad and Noida today.</span><br />