Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash Bengaluru; yellow alert issued

Bengaluru is witnessing heavy rain and thunderstorms, particularly in East and Northeast Bengaluru. Strong winds have also been reported from Mahadevapura to Whitefield, with rain in Hebbal, Malleshwaram, Yeshwantpur, RT Nagar and Richmond Town. A yellow alert has been issued for Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts, with more rain expected.