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Attention residents of Jharkhand: The Ranchi Met office has forecasted a heat wave affecting several areas starting this Saturday! Garhwa, Palamu, and Chatra are under an orange alert for the 25th and 26th of May. Meanwhile, stormy weather is anticipated in Dhanbad and Bokaro on the 24th, including potential lightning strikes.

Bhubaneswar sweltered under a season's high of 42.2°C, with a real feel of 52°C, exacerbated by 76% humidity. An evening thundershower brought much-needed relief, lowering humidity and temperatures, allowing residents to gather at roadside tea stalls. Heatwave conditions are expected to persist across the state.

Bhubaneswar sizzled under a scorching 42.2°C, with a 'real feel' of 52°C, making streets deserted. Evening thundershowers offered respite, lowering humidity. Over 25 locations in Odisha exceeded 40°C. Heatwave conditions are expected to persist until May 25, with orange and yellow warnings issued for several districts.

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The northern plains and heart of India prepare for a relentless surge of heat, as Delhi might swelter at a scorching 45°C. The Indian Meteorological Department warns of extreme weather, urging those most at risk to take necessary precautions. Meanwhile, amidst the heatwave, sporadic showers and thunderstorms are forecasted for Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and adjacent areas.

Pilani and Chittorgarh hottest at 46.2 °C

In an unprecedented turn of events, Patna has experienced a staggering 69% increase in power demand over a mere 11 days, pushing consumption beyond 850MW amidst the sweltering heat and humidity. With residents heavily relying on air conditioning and fans, the power infrastructure is feeling the strain, resulting in a rise in fuse failure reports.

Northwest India is battling severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring across multiple states. Uttar Pradesh's Banda recorded a scorching 48°C, while Delhi anticipates touching 46°C. Punjab and Haryana are also reeling under intense heat. The IMD has issued alerts, advising extreme caution for vulnerable populations and recommending hydration and protective measures.

India is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures nearing 50°C in northern and central regions, impacting summer travel plans. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon is advancing, bringing heavy rainfall warnings to southern and northeastern parts of the country, creating contrasting weather experiences.

Delhi is bracing for intense heat as temperatures soared to 43°C, with forecasts predicting a rise to 45°C. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions on Tuesday and Wednesday, affecting northwest and central India. Maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 43-45°C from Monday to Wednesday.

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