Heavy monsoon showers lashed Mumbai over the past 24 hours, soaking iconic locations such as Fort, Gateway of India, and Marine Drive. As crashing waves and high tide accompanied the relentless downpour, residents and visitors braved the rain even the weather bureau placed the Mumbai Metropolitan Region under an orange alert. PICS/ATUL KAMBLE

Mumbai witnessed clear skies and warm weather on Wednesday, with temperatures ranging between 29 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius. Tourists enjoyed scenic views of the Gateway of India as the city’s air quality remained in the ‘good’ category with an AQI of 45, though IMD warned of heatwave-like conditions ahead. (Pics/Ashish Raje)