A dramatic rescue unfolded  after a 36-hour operation in Ratnagiri when a black panther fell into a 50-ft deep well in Kolambe village, likely while chasing prey. Pics/ Illustratrions by Uday Mohite

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday afternoon issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar districts, predicting heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in isolated pockets. As Mumbaikars reel under intense heat, mid-day.com lensman ASHISH RAJE captures scenes from across the city, showing people braving the soaring temperatures