New Delhi, June 17 -- The national capital, Delhi, and adjoining cities saw cloudy skies and rain that provided significant relief from the scorching, sweltering temperatures on Tuesday afternoon.

Airport sources said as many as 12 flights were diverted from Delhi between 3 PM and 4 PM on Tuesday due to rain and gusty winds.

"Due to adverse weather conditions in Delhi, 12 flights were diverted between 3 PM and 4 PM," official sources said.

Severe waterlogging has been reported across various regions of the national capital following a deluge of rainfall. A tree was uprooted in the RK Puram area of the National Capital following strong winds this evening.

In Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, residents were taken by surprise as sudden rain swep...