Kolkata, Bengal brace for rain, storms amid humid heat

Kolkata is likely to witness cloudy skies, light rain, and thunderstorms over the next 24 hours, according to IMD. Several South Bengal districts may experience rain, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph. North Bengal is also expected to receive widespread rainfall, with heavy showers forecast in parts of Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, and Alipurduar, causing local concerns.