Staying hydrated helps the body cope with heat, flushes out toxins, and supports skin health, among other benefits

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The maximum temperature on Sunday in the national capital reached 42.8 degrees Celsius, two degrees above the seasonal norm, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD)

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The Mungeshpur weather station reported a high of 48.8 degrees Celsius, eight degrees above normal, and a minimum of 27.6 degrees Celsius, slightly above the seasonal average

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Najafgarh reported a scorching 47.8 degrees Celsius, Mungeshpur 47.7 degrees, Aya Nagar 46.4 degrees, Pusa 46.5 degrees, Pitampura 47 degrees, and Palam 45.1 degrees

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Facilities for labourers at most sites in Delhi-NCR are minimal lacking even basics like cool water, toilets and safety measures; the toil has forced some workers to return to their hometowns

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As MoHFW outlines signs of heatstroke, here are what Delhiites can do to protect themselves from the perils of the summer heat

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According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) at 9 am, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital stood at 302, categorizing it as “poor”

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Despite gusty winds and light rain throughout the day, the mercury climbed to 40.5 degrees Celsius, surpassing the seasonal average, on Friday

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