With rainfall expected to be a little subdued, particularly during the second half of the monsoon season, India could be facing prolonged periods of intense heat this year. We explain.
Heatwave alerti: According to IMD's official weather warning, major districts of Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha are likely to record maximum temperatures above 42°C between April 24 and April 30.