At least 29 killed in India monsoon floods

Days of intense monsoon rains across northern India have left at least 29 people dead, rendering many areas inaccessible with bridges smashed and roads blocked, officials said Monday. An alert has been issued in India's capital, New Delhi, as the water level of the Yamuna River is rising to the danger mark.

Heavy monsoon rains have battered northern India, with New Delhi receiving the most rainfall. New Delhi recorded its wettest day in four decades. Authorities were waiting for a break in the rains to send helicopter missions to rescue about 300 stranded people including tourists. India's meteorological department has forecast more rain across large parts of the country's north in the coming days.