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Delhi sweltered under intense heat, with temperatures soaring past 43°C and experiencing its warmest May night in 14 years. While light rain and dust storms are predicted for late evening, experts anticipate clearer skies and rising daytime temperatures from Tuesday, though high humidity contributed to poor air quality.

Delhi is bracing for continued warm nights as minimum temperatures hover between 40-42°C. The city recently experienced its second 'warm night' of the season, with the highest May minimum in 14 years. Heatwave conditions are expected to persist, though light rain and thunderstorms are forecast from May 28-31, potentially bringing relief and improving air quality.

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India is grappling with an intense heatwave as temperatures soar, with the IMD issuing orange and red alerts for several northern and central regions. Delhi is experiencing highs of 44-45°C, while Uttar Pradesh's Banda district has recorded over 48°C. The extreme heat is also impacting tourism and is linked to global climate factors like potential El Niño conditions.

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On Saturday, Delhi saw a marginal increase in minimum temperatures, prompting the IMD to issue a yellow alert for the upcoming Monday and Tuesday. Residents should brace for a mix of light rain, thunderstorms, and brisk winds. Maximum temperatures are predicted to hover between 35-37 degrees Celsius, while air quality levels maintain a 'moderate' classification.

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Gurgaon's April air quality improved to 181, its cleanest since 2021, yet remains in the unhealthy category. Despite excess rainfall, pollution levels persisted, indicating the air quality crisis is ongoing. While overall improvement is noted since 2017, gains have been inconsistent, with current levels still significantly worse than the pandemic era.

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Delhi experienced a cooler morning with the minimum temperature at 26.2°C, 2.4 degrees below average. However, the India Meteorological Department forecasts heatwave-like conditions by evening, with the maximum temperature expected to reach 44°C. Residents are also advised about the city's 'poor' air quality, with the AQI at 223.

Delhi experienced a slight rise in minimum temperatures on Saturday, with the India Meteorological Department issuing a yellow alert for potential heatwave conditions in isolated areas. Maximum temperatures are expected to hover around 40-42 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the city's air quality remains in the 'poor' category, with a forecast of improvement to 'moderate' early next week.

Delhi is bracing for a heatwave as the minimum temperature soared to 25.4°C, 2.7 degrees above average. The India Meteorological Department predicts maximums around 42°C for the next three days. Meanwhile, the city's air quality remains in the 'moderate' category with an AQI of 191. Residents are advised to take precautions.

The air quality crisis in Delhi is an ongoing battle, often leading to emergency protocols like the GRAP being activated as pollution levels soar. While these short-term fixes bring momentary relief, they overlook the fundamental problems. To forge a path toward long-lasting improvements, we must commit to a year-round strategy to curb emissions from vehicles, factories, and farming activities.

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