India, Sept. 28 -- Torrential overnight rains battered Mumbai, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a 'red alert' for the city and neighbouring districts. Though the downpour eased by Sunday morning, intermittent heavy spells continued across the metropolis and its suburbs, raising concerns of waterlogging and other disruptions.

The IMD has sounded a 'red alert' in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar districts, which will remain in force until Monday morning. It also issued a 'red alert' for the next three hours in Mumbai, Raigad, and Palghar, warning of heavy rainfall, strong winds, and lightning.

Mumbai recorded 71.99mm of rainfall in the 24-hour period ending 8am on Sunday, while the eastern and western suburbs...