The Nandanvan Jungle Safari in Raipur continues to highlight its rich biodiversity, with vast green landscapes spread across its 800-acre area. Pics/PTI

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday afternoon issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar districts, predicting heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in isolated pockets. As Mumbaikars reel under intense heat, mid-day.com lensman ASHISH RAJE captures scenes from across the city, showing people braving the soaring temperatures