Delhi-NCR experienced heavy rainfall and gusty winds on Monday, providing respite from the heat but causing significant disruptions. Waterlogging and traffic jams plagued the region, with rising Yamuna levels prompting flood alerts and the closure of the Old Railway Bridge. Commuters faced severe congestion, and travel advisories were issued by airlines.
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Pratik Pandey, a 35-year-old Microsoft software engineer, was found dead at the company's office early on August 20. Pandey, who worked on the Fabric product, had entered the office the previous evening. While the cause of death is pending, police found no signs of suspicious activity. Microsoft is investigating the incident.
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