Hyderabad, April 18 -- Hyderabad and several parts of Telangana are reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring close to 45degC, severely impacting daily life and outdoor activity.

The state capital witnessed scorching conditions, reflecting a broader trend of extreme heat across all 33 districts.

According to the Telangana Development Planning Society, temperatures across Telangana remained above 41degC, with at least 10 districts recording highs above 44degC.

The heatwave tightened its grip, particularly over northern districts, including the erstwhile Adilabad region, where extreme temperatures persisted for the second consecutive day on Friday.

After hovering around 36-38degC in the second week of April, maximum t...