Shreya Keshri

IMD forecasts lightning, gusty winds and heavy rainfall in several states; temperatures likely to rise gradually across northwest India this week

The IMD has also forecast a gradual rise in maximum temperatures across northwest India, with mercury levels expected to increase by 6-8 degrees Celsius over the course of the week

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Delhi recorded its lowest maximum temperature in three weeks after rain and gusty winds swept through the city on Friday

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The shift comes as thunderstorm activity intensifies across north, east and central India under the influence of western disturbances and multiple cyclonic circulations

Banda in Uttar Pradesh and Brahmpuri in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region recorded the country's highest maximum temperature at 47.6 degrees Celsius on Monday

Heatwave conditions to persist across several states till May 28, while Delhi-NCR may witness thunderstorms and cooler temperatures

IMD forecasts severe heatwave conditions in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra till May 28

IMD has issued red and orange alerts across Uttar Pradesh and Delhi as heatwave to severe heatwave conditions continue across north and central India till May 27

The IMD has forecast heatwave to severe heatwave conditions over large parts of northwest and central India over the coming days till May 25

Temperatures in Delhi-NCR remain above 43°C; IMD warns of heatwave conditions across parts of north and central India till May 24

IMD forecasts heatwave to severe heatwave conditions across northwest and central India this week, with temperatures likely to rise by up to 5 degrees Celsius till May 21

IMD has forecast an intensifying heatwave across north India till May 21, with severe conditions likely in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh amid rising temperatures

Large swathes of northwest and central India are bracing for more heat as the IMD predicts heatwave and warm night conditions, while northeastern and southern parts of the country may witness rainfall

According to the IMD, large parts of the country are likely to experience thunderstorms, rains and gusty winds, while hot and humid conditions are expected to persist in western parts of the country

The national capital may receive a brief spell of rain during the forenoon, with winds of 30-40 kmph gusting up to 50 kmph, according to the IMD

IMD has issued a yellow alert for the national capital, cautioning residents about possible thunderstorm activity, sudden gusty winds and localised disruptions during the day

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