Mangaluru: After enduring weeks of scorching heat and water scarcity, the residents of Mangaluru finally breathed a sigh of relief as the city experienced its first proper rainfall of the season. Late Thursday evening brought a much-needed downpour, bringing respite to the city's residents.

The city had been grappling with unprecedented heat throughout the summer, causing discomfort and hardships for the residents. In addition, various parts of Mangaluru had been facing water scarcity, exacerbating the challenges faced by the local population.

However, the arrival of the rain brought joy and a renewed sense of hope. The refreshing showers not only cooled the atmosphere but also rejuvenated the parched surroundings.

The rainfall is expected to alleviate the prevailing water shortage situation, providing relief to both households and businesses that have been struggling with limited water supply.

As the city embraces the much-needed respite from the scorching heat, residents are hopeful that the rainfall will continue and normalize the weather conditions.

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New Delhi (PTI): The Delhi Police has arrested five of a family for allegedly assaulting a police officer and snatching his service pistol during a raid in the Sultanpuri area, an official said on Wednesday.

The accused are Rajender (50), his sons Ritik (24), Sachin (29), Abhishek (26), and his daughter Komal (22). 

The incident occurred on September 2, when a team from the Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrested Alka, wife of Rajender, for possession of heroin, police said.

During the raid, Alka's family members attacked a police officer with sticks and bricks and snatched his service pistol, mobile phone, and wallet. However, the officer managed to recover his service pistol, they said.

Police said that an FIR was registered and an investigation was launched.

Acting on a tip-off, police arrested the accused, absconding since the incident, from a flat in Raghubir Nagar in Delhi.