Heatwave alert as temp may soar to 40°C by March-end

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heat wave alert for several states, including the national capital, even as recent rainfall and strong winds brought temporary relief to parts of North India.

- IFRAH MUFTI @ New Delhi

The IMD has warned that temperatures will rise sharply in the coming days, with Northwest India expected to see a significant increase in maximum temperature over the next four to five days.

Delhi, currently enjoying a pleasant 31° Celsius, may see the mercury soar to 40°C by March end. This follows Sunday's weather report, which already recorded temperatures three degrees above normal.