The one play got here in two spells through the morning session, after India received the toss.
Play was deserted simply over an hour earlier than the scheduled shut.
Play will begin on the earlier time of 09:50 (23:50 GMT) for the rest of the match, with 98 overs scheduled every day, though extra rain is forecast.
India should win not less than two of the ultimate three Assessments to ensure a spot in June’s World Take a look at Championship ultimate at Lord’s.
Defending champions Australia will attain the ultimate in the event that they win two of the remaining Assessments.
