Delhi sees its hottest July day in 9 years as 43.1°C temperature recorded

Delhi on Thursday recorded a maximum temperature of 43.1°C, the highest in the month of July since 2012, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. IMD added that there is "no chance" of monsoon reaching the city till July 7. The national capital had recorded a maximum of 43.5°C on July 2, 2012.