Delhi's Najafgarh on Sunday recorded 47.8 degrees Celsius, reportedly the highest in the country, followed by 47.7 degrees Celsius in Uttar Pradesh's Agra and 47.5 degrees Celsius in Madhya Pradesh's Datia.
As rains lashed many parts of Kerala, authorities on Sunday urged people, particularly those living in hilly and coastal areas, to exercise vigil. The Meteorological Department has issued.
The IMD issued red alert for heavy showers in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam and Idukki districts for May 19 and 20. Heavy rains prompted travel bans and restricted routine activities in many Kerala districts