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Many Indian states are facing early heatwaves, with the India Meteorological Dept issuing alerts for some regions in central and south India.

98 Indian towns and cities were in the top 100 hottest cities in the world as per rankings from AQI.in as of Friday.

Doctors warn of health risks from excessive heat, which is exacerbated in cities due to the ‘urban heat island’ effect, caused by more concrete and less trees.