Scorching days, restless nights: Heatwave tightens grip across parts of India

Scorching heat has gripped India, with temperatures hitting over 44°C on May 23, 2026. Telangana reported 16 heatwave deaths. The IMD issued alerts for Jharkhand and warned of further rises in Punjab and Haryana. Animals are also suffering, with rescuers finding exhausted birds and dehydrated animals.