Hyderabad, April 11 -- There is hot and then there are Indian summers hot- the kind that makes your slippers melt on the road and your ceiling fan feels like it is blowing furnace air. As temperatures hit the 40s and power bills skyrocket with the constant use of ACs and coolers, many of us are left wondering: is there any way to stay cool without burning a hole in our pockets?

Well, there is good news. From age-old nani ke nuskhe to clever desi hacks passed down through generations, Hyderabadis have always found creative ways to beat the intense summer heat. Whether you are living in a compact flat or an airy house, there are some home hacks that can help you keep cool without relying on AC 24/7.

So come along as Siasat.com reveals som...