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The clouds have gathered, heavy and pregnant with promise, over the emerald hills of Malnad. After a long spell/stretch/phase of scorching/intense/baking heat, the region is finally welcoming its beloved/eagerly awaited/cherished monsoon season. Rain, which has been sparse/meager/scant, is now lashing down in refreshing/soothing/invigorating sheets