Several parts of the country received light showers on Thursday, but some northern states' continue to reel under the sweltering heat.<br />''<br />''In the National Capital, it was a hot and humid day, with the mercury settling at 41.1 degrees Celsius. The weatherman has predicted similar conditions for another two to three days.<br />''<br />''In Uttar Pradesh, Banda was the hottest place with a high of 43.8 degrees Celsius.<br />''<br />''Rajasthan received light to moderate rains, which brought respite from scorching heat wave conditions. Light rainfall also occurred at few places in Himachal Pradesh where Una registered the highest temperature in the state at 40 degrees Celsius.<br />''<br />''In Telangana, the southwest monsoon has weakened, however, heavy rains are likely on Saturday and Sunday. <br />''<br />''<br />