The monsoon is expected to arrive in Kerala on May 26, five days earlier than the usual date of June 1. While some regions like Uttar Pradesh have faced deadly storms resulting in 111 deaths, over half of India is currently gripped by a severe heatwave. Akola in Maharashtra recorded a high of 45.9°C. Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a heatwave warning for Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh starting Saturday, with temperatures expected to soar to 43°C by next Tuesday. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/weather-updates-monsoon-to-hit-the-country-soon-likely-to-reach-kerala-on-may-26/ #Creator program