Delhi is set to endure another spell of intense heat after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the next three days. The weather department has forecast heatwave conditions, strong surface winds and temperatures around 44°C, with severe heatwave conditions likely in some areas between May 25 and May 27. Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 43.6°C on Sunday, while Ridge and Ayanagar touched 44.6°C. The IMD warned that heatwave conditions will persist across north and central India through the week, with relief expected only after May 29. East Uttar Pradesh remains under a red alert, while orange alerts are in place across several neighbouring regions. (PC: HT)

India recorded all 50 of the world’s hottest cities on Friday morning as a severe heatwave continued to grip large parts of the country. Odisha’s Balangir topped the global temperature rankings at 45 degrees Celsius, while several cities across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh also crossed 44 degrees Celsius, according to AQI.in data and weather reports. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) maintained severe heatwave alerts in several states and warned that extreme temperatures could continue over the coming days. Authorities advised people to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours, remain hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. (PC: India Today)

Banda in Uttar Pradesh recorded 48.2 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, becoming the hottest place in India and setting a new temperature record for the district. Extreme heat has disrupted daily life, with markets emptying by 10 am and labourers avoiding outdoor work during peak hours. Researchers and activists linked the worsening heat to deforestation, large-scale mining, river sand extraction and falling groundwater levels across Bundelkhand. Farmers have started working at night to escape the scorching temperatures. Experts warned that continued ecological damage could make parts of Banda unliveable in the coming years as the district increasingly turns into a severe heat island. (PC: HT)

Delhi and nearby cities in the National Capital Region (NCR) have come under Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after air quality worsened on Tuesday. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 208, which falls in the “poor” category. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) said the restrictions have taken effect immediately. Government agencies have been told to step up anti-pollution measures and monitor the situation closely. Weather forecasts by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and IITM suggest that air quality is likely to remain poor over the next few days. Residents have been asked to follow pollution-control guidelines.

India is likely to face harsher heatwave conditions this week, with temperatures expected to touch 45-46°C in several states, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Orange and yellow alerts have been issued across north, central and eastern India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Bihar.   The IMD said temperatures are already 5-6°C above normal in many regions, raising the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially among children, the elderly and people with health conditions. The weather agency also warned that a possible El Niño formation in July could weaken the upcoming monsoon despite an early onset over Kerala. (PC: X)

India is bracing for intensified summer conditions as the India Meteorological Department warned temperatures could touch 45–46°C across several states this week, with severe heatwave alerts issued from May 18 to 24. Temperatures have already crossed 46°C in parts of Uttar Pradesh, while Delhi may also witness prolonged heatwave conditions. Officials cautioned that rising daytime and nighttime temperatures could sharply increase risks of heat-related illnesses, especially among children, the elderly and people with chronic diseases. The weather agency also warned that a developing El Niño event could weaken India’s upcoming monsoon season after July, potentially resulting in below-normal rainfall despite an early Kerala monsoon onset forecast for May 26. (PC: X)

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that heatwave conditions will intensify across north India and continue until May 22. Delhi’s maximum temperature may reach 45°C next week. Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Chhattisgarh are also expected to face extreme heat. The IMD said temperatures could rise by 3 to 4 degrees in several regions. In Delhi, partly cloudy skies and strong winds are likely on Sunday. Some states, including Assam, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, may receive light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days.

The India Meteorological Department has warned that heatwave conditions will continue across large parts of north and central India till May 22, with temperatures expected to rise further in the coming days. States including Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Chhattisgarh are likely to face intense heat. In Delhi, the maximum temperature may touch 45 degrees Celsius next week. While scorching conditions persist, the weather department has also forecast light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in northeastern and southern states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Assam. (PC: News18)

The India Meteorological Department has forecast that the southwest monsoon will reach Kerala on May 26, six days earlier than the usual June 1 onset. The weather office said conditions are favourable for the monsoon to advance over the Andaman Sea and nearby regions. Heavy rain is expected along the southern west coast in the coming days. However, experts warned that an emerging El Niño could weaken rainfall later in the season. The IMD has predicted below-normal rainfall for India during the June to September monsoon period this year. (PC: PTI)

At least 100 people were killed after heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds battered several districts across Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday evening. Prayagraj reported the highest toll with 21 deaths, followed by Bhadohi, Mirzapur, and Fatehpur. Trees and electric poles were uprooted, houses collapsed, and vehicles were crushed during the sudden storm. Several deaths were caused by wall collapses and lightning strikes. Videos from Bareilly showed powerful winds lifting a man and a tin shed into the air. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief and ordered immediate financial assistance for affected families within 24 hours. (PC: NDTV)