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The Directorate of Higher Education in Himachal Pradesh changed school timings in lower hills following a heat wave alert, impacting various districts. Doctors warn of increased hospital admissions for heat-related illnesses due to the scorching heat.
In a statement, the TN School Education department said: "The peak of summer Agni Nakshatram begins today and, according to weather reports, the scorching heat will continue upto May 28."
Heatwave Alert: India faces a relentless heatwave with temperatures exceeding 45 degrees in many places in Andhra Pradesh. India Meteorological Department warns of severe conditions in various regions for the next five days, including Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar. Other states also experience scorching temperatures with no relief in sight.