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May 18, 2026 4:25 PM

Ayush Ministry issues heatwave advisory as temperatures soar across north India

Amid rising temperatures and intensifying heatwave conditions across several parts of the country, the Ministry of Ayush, in coordination with the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), has issued a comprehensive public health advisory to help citizens protect themselves from extreme heat and heat-related illnesses. The advisory comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast severe heat and dry weather across Delhi-NCR...

May 14, 2026 8:48 AM

BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meet to kick off in Delhi today

The BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting is set to begin in New Delhi on Thursday under India’s 2026 chairship of the expanded grouping, at a time when geopolitical tensions in West Asia continue to escalate. The high-level gathering will be chaired by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, and is expected to witness the participation of foreign ministers and senior representatives from BRICS member countries and partner nations. Leaders and delegations have already started arriving in ...

May 2, 2026 9:28 AM

May begins with below-average temperatures ; IMD predicts partly cloudy skies

Residents of Delhi are currently experiencing noticeable relief from the intense heatwave that gripped the city in April. For Saturday as well, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted partly cloudy skies throughout the day, which is expected to keep the rise in temperature in check. Meanwhile, air quality in the capital remained in the ‘moderate’ category. Following rainfall and hailstorms that lashed parts of the city on Thursday, temperatures dropped below normal levels on...

April 29, 2026 10:27 AM

Delhi Gets Rain Relief After Week-Long Heatwave, Temperatures Dip

After nearly a week of intense heat, with temperatures hovering close to 44°C, residents of the national capital finally got some relief on Wednesday morning as rain lashed several parts of the city. Showers began early in the day, with low-hanging clouds blanketing the skies across Delhi. The rainfall brought down temperatures and eased the persistent humidity. A sudden shift in weather patterns led to dark clouds, strong winds, and refreshing showers across various parts of the city, in...

April 25, 2026 10:54 AM

Severe heatwave grips Delhi and North India, alert issued for 32 districts in Uttar Pradesh

A severe heatwave continues to grip Delhi and large parts of North India, with residents struggling under intense temperatures and dry, scorching winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that there is little respite in sight, with Saturday expected to bring another day of oppressive heat and discomfort. Meanwhile, a severe heat alert has been issued in Uttar Pradesh's 32 districts. Over the past 24 hours, the city has witnessed minimal fluctuation in temperatures. Minimum ...

April 13, 2026 1:47 PM

PM Modi highlights women’s role in nation-building at Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday underscored the transformative role of women in India’s development while addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, which coincided with Baisakhi celebrations, the Prime Minister also paid tribute to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. “A Historic Decision for Nari Shakti” Describing the moment as significant, PM Modi said, “India is about to take one of the biggest decisio...

April 8, 2026 12:39 PM

IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi, stormy weather likely across North India

Weather conditions across India have begun shifting once again under the influence of an active western disturbance, bringing light to moderate rainfall and a noticeable dip in daytime temperatures across several parts of North and Northwest India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for stormy weather in at least 11 states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Wind speeds in some regions are expected to reach up to 85 kmph. A yellow alert has been sounded for th...

April 7, 2026 5:09 PM

Centre clears ‘as-is where-is’ regularisation of unauthorised colonies in Delhi; 45 lakh residents to benefit

In a major policy decision aimed at addressing long-pending urban housing issues, the Centre has approved the regularisation of unauthorised colonies in Delhi on an “as-is where-is” basis, a move expected to benefit around 45 lakh residents across the national capital. Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal described the development as a “historic moment” for Delhi’s residents, stating that the decision would encourage people to come forward and formally register their p...

April 7, 2026 10:47 AM

Light Rain Brings Relief from Heat in Delhi, IMD Forecasts Thunderstorms

A change in weather was witnessed across the national capital on Tuesday morning, as light rainfall brought temporary relief from rising temperatures. Overcast skies, damp roads, and a noticeable dip in temperature were observed in several parts of the city, with commuters navigating through light showers during the early hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is expected to record a minimum temperature of 20 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 31 degrees Celsius dur...

March 31, 2026 10:43 AM

Light rain likely in Delhi today; IMD flags thunderstorms, gusty winds

Very light rain or drizzle is expected in Delhi on Tuesday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which forecasts a generally cloudy sky and intermittent weather activity throughout the day. Rain is likely during the afternoon or evening hours, and may be accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. According to the IMD, wind speeds could range between 20–30 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 40 kmph. A “yellow alert” had earlier been issued for the national capital, warn...