A heat wave has gripped large parts of India with roads and markets emptying during afternoons. The India Meteorological Department forecasts maximum temperatures of around 45 degrees Celsius (113 Fahrenheit) in New Delhi on Thursday. Authorities have opened temporary cooling zones to help people cope. The weather department warns conditions will likely persist across several northern regions. Some farmers have switched to nighttime work to avoid the heat. Schools have announced early summer vacations in some areas. Climate experts say India’s rising temperatures are part of a broader global pattern linked to climate change. Authorities urge people to stay indoors during the hottest hours.