New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- Amid the ongoing monsoon season and continuous rainfall, the water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi rose to 204.79 metres at 7 am on Thursday, crossing the warning mark of 204.50 metres and reaching the highest level of the season so far, officials said.

The rise in water level comes amid continuous rainfall during the ongoing monsoon season, which has led to flooding and waterlogging in several parts of the country. Persistent downpours have pushed river levels close to or beyond danger marks.

In Uttar Pradesh, heavy rainfall has led to a flood situation in Prayagraj district, severely affecting daily life due to waterlogging and overflowing drains.

At the same time, the water level of the River Ganga is continu...