Heatwave sweeps across several states, IMD predicts further temp rise

Heatwave sweeps across several states in India, with temperatures reaching levels higher than usual

Regions such as Rayalaseema, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and others are experiencing maximum temperatures ranging between 40 to 44 degrees Celsius

The Meteorological Department predicts a further increase in maximum temperatures by two degrees Celsius in many parts of North-West India over the next four to five days

Eastern India is expected to experience a rise of three to five degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures over the next three to four days