Monsoon reaches Delhi about five days later than expected, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announcing that it has arrived in July for the first time since 2021. Both outlets report that IMD’s update marks a rare July monsoon arrival after a delayed onset. The Hindu adds that IMD also forecasts thunderstorms accompanied by rain in the region, indicating unsettled weather conditions following the monsoon’s arrival. NDTV focuses on the timing, noting the five-day delay and the significance of the July arrival date compared with recent years. Together, the reports describe the onset of the seasonal rains in Delhi and the immediate forecast for precipitation and thunderstorms as the monsoon settles in. The coverage does not provide new figures on rainfall totals or specific duration beyond IMD’s near-term expectations.