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The IMD has forecast a below-normal Southwest Monsoon for 2026, with Telangana likely to receive deficient rainfall and a sluggish onset in June. The report also warns of continued heatwave conditions in isolated pockets despite the official monsoon season beginning.

A World Meteorological Organisation report forecasts that global temperatures will remain near record highs between 2026 and 2030, with a high chance of temporarily exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. It warns of increasing risks from climate change and stronger El Niño effects

Hyderabad experienced a welcome break from an intense heatwave as overnight showers, thunder and gusty winds brought monsoon-like conditions to the city. Moderate rainfall, recorded at several locations, provided much-needed relief to residents after weeks of scorching temperatures.

PM Modi urged citizens to stay hydrated and show kindness amid soaring heat across India. Delhi-NCR faces severe heatwave with temperatures up to 45°C until May 27, before thunderstorms and rain from May 28–31 bring relief and cooler conditions

Dharmendra Pradhan urged states and Union Territories to ensure drinking water, cooling arrangements, electricity and transport facilities for students appearing in the NEET-UG 2026 Re-Examination on June 21 amid ongoing heatwave conditions following the cancelled May exam

Telangana is facing an intense heatwave, with several districts recording temperatures above 46°C. Kumuram Bheem Asifabad reported the highest at 46.5°C, while Hyderabad touched 42.7°C.

Yogi Adityanath directed officials to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply amid rising heatwave-driven demand in Uttar Pradesh. The state recorded peak demand above 30,000 MW, while the government strengthened transmission infrastructure and planned major renewable and storage energy capacity expansion

Doctors have warned that prolonged exposure to extreme heat can affect neurological and eye health, especially among vulnerable groups. Hospitals in Delhi-NCR are witnessing a rise in heat-related ailments, including migraines, dehydration-induced headaches, eye irritation and other neurological complications amid soaring temperatures

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said 16 people died due to heatwave conditions across seven Telangana districts and announced Rs 4 lakh ex gratia for victims’ families. Officials were directed to intensify precautionary measures as severe heatwave conditions are expected till May 26.

Three persons died of suspected sunstroke in separate incidents in erstwhile Adilabad district on Saturday amid severe heatwave conditions. Victims included a hostel employee, a farm labourer and a daily wage worker, highlighting the rising toll of extreme temperatures.

Several mandals in the erstwhile Adilabad district of Telangana recorded extreme heatwave conditions for the third consecutive day, with Sirpur (T) registering the state’s highest temperature at 46.5 degrees Celsius.

The historic Medak fort is set for a major restoration with a Rs 10 crore project aimed at conservation and tourism development. Authorities plan visitor amenities, a ropeway proposal, and a regional tourist circuit linking key heritage and religious sites.

Khammam and Warangal districts are reeling under severe heatwave conditions with temperatures crossing 46°C at several locations. Authorities have urged residents to avoid stepping out during peak afternoon hours, while local markets in Kothagudem remained deserted as the scorching heat kept buyers away.

Telangana continues to reel under intense heatwave conditions, with Khammam recording the state’s highest temperature at 45°C. Several northern districts also crossed 44°C, while Hyderabad touched 41.3°C, according to IMD data, with severe warm night conditions reported.

According to Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA), the highest temperature of this summer season so far was recorded at 47.6 degrees Celsius in Piduguralla of Palnadu district, while temperatures crossed 45 degrees Celsius in 11 districts

Telangana continues to reel under intense heatwave conditions, with Khammam recording the highest temperature at 45°C, according to IMD Hyderabad data. Several northern and eastern districts, including Ramagundam, Nizamabad and Adilabad, also reported extreme daytime heat and warm night conditions.

The Telangana government, led by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, has urged citizens to stay indoors during peak noon hours following an IMD heatwave warning.

Telangana endured one of its hottest days this summer with temperatures crossing 46 degree Celsius in several districts. Dilawarpur in Nirmal recorded the highest at 46.5 degree Celsius, while other northern and eastern districts also faced extreme heatwave conditions.

The Safdarjung weather station, which acts as the primary base for Delhi's weather, recorded a maximum temperature of 44.5 degrees Celcius

Telangana continued to experience intense heat conditions as temperatures soared between 40°C and 44.8°C across districts on Tuesday, according to IMD data. Adilabad remained the hottest, while several areas in Hyderabad also recorded above-normal temperatures amid persistent summer heat.