Mumbai: Mumbai woke up to light to moderate rain showers on Friday. The city and the Konkan coast are currently witnessing subdued rainfall activity, with only occasional light to moderate showers reported over the past few days.

The pattern is expected to continue today, before a change in weather conditions this weekend. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a yellow alert has been issued for September 13 and 14, warning of heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.

In Mumbai, rainfall today will remain on the lighter side. Some parts of the city may receive intermittent drizzles, but no heavy downpour is expected. Skies will remain mostly cloudy during the morning and evening hours, keeping the atmosphere pleasant. Daytime temperatures are forecast to hover between 27°C and 31°C, though humidity levels will remain high, leading to occasional discomfort. Starting Saturday, however, the IMD warns of increased rainfall intensity, with two consecutive days under Yellow Alert.

Thane and Navi Mumbai are expected to see similar conditions. Residents can anticipate light to moderate rain throughout the day, with maximum temperatures reaching around 30°C and minimums near 26°C. Coastal belts will also experience mild winds. Weather reports suggest that these areas could experience a sharp rise in rainfall activity beginning September 13, with heavy showers likely over the weekend.

In Palghar district, moderate rainfall is expected in some locations, especially along the coastal belt. While skies will remain overcast, rural areas may see varying rainfall intensity. Winds are likely to remain light throughout the day, offering mild relief from humidity.

Further south, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts will continue to experience mixed rainfall patterns. Isolated showers are likely in some pockets, while hilly and coastal regions may receive moderate spells. Conditions are expected to remain humid, with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 30°C. IMD forecasts that from September 13 onwards, these districts will also witness a renewed surge of heavy monsoon rainfall.

Mumbai: A meeting of the Revenue Department was convened today under the chairmanship of Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule in which important issues related to Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar were presented in the committee and a letter was sent to Mumbai Suburban District Collector Saurabh Katiyar. Speaking further on this subject, Abu Asim Azmi said that the land mafia’s occupation of the government plot behind Shankara Colony and Narayan Guru School in Govindi constituency should be removed, action should be taken against illegal slums established on the government plot located at Anabhav Sathe Nagar (GM Road), illegal sale and occupation of RSDS Sankalp Vasahat should be removed, transfer of lands should be stopped. Action should be taken against illegal business being carried out on additional land plots, GM. Mangroves have been cut at the T-junction of Link Road and illegal settlements have been created, and immediate removal has been demanded. Along with this, a letter was written to the District Magistrate informing him about illegal constructions and other issues on government lands. The District Magistrate assured to take action as soon as possible.

Latur: Maharashtra Cooperation Minister Babasaheb Patil has said the construction of two government hostels, with a capacity of 100 students each, in Latur district will boost education for those belonging to the underprivileged sections.

Patil laid the foundation stone of the hostel buildings, to come up in Chakur taluka, on Wednesday.

The initiative aims to provide quality educational facilities to the economically weaker and marginalised students, helping them achieve academic excellence, he said.

Patil reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring justice and equal opportunities for all sections of the society.

The two-storey buildings will have residential rooms, dining hall, modern library and study areas, and Rs 15 crore have been sanctioned for each of the two facilities.