May 2, 2024 1:35 PM

Heatwave scorches East, South India; Telangana temperatures may hit 45°C: IMD

Vast swathes of eastern and southern India continued to reel under an intense heatwave on Thursday, with temperatures soaring well above the 40°C mark in several regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that the scorching conditions are likely to persist over the next few days, with some areas in Telangana potentially experiencing maximum temperatures of up to 45°C. IMD scientist Dr. A. Sravani highlighted the severity of the heatwave gripping Telangana. "The maximum temp...