New Delhi, Aug. 21 -- The torrential rains over the last few days brought the city to standstill after waterlogging reported at various places, while local train services got hit. A yellow alert warning has been issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD) for Mumbai Suburban, Palghar, Thane, Raigad and Ratnagiri districts.

Rainfall intensity in the metropolis is expected to lessen beginning Thursday, as per IMD, providing relief to Mumbaikars. Educational institutions like schools and colleges across much of Mumbai are set to remain open, operating according to their standard timetables. The resumption of most of the local train services, Mumbai's crucial transport network, has brought relief to daily travellers.

The Divisional Rail...