Mumbai witnessed an unusual spell of rain on New Year’s Day 2026, with showers lashing parts of the city, including Sion and Wadala, catching residents by surprise. (PICS/ ATUL KAMBLE)

A thin but stubborn layer of smog hung over Mumbai’s skyline on Saturday, blurring visibility. The city woke up to a cool, breezy morning with temperatures dipping below 21 degrees Celsius— a rare winter-like feel on Saturday. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE)