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February 4, 2026 8:40 AM

Dense fog grips Delhi, low visibility procedures in place at IGI Airport

Delhi-NCR remained in the grip of cold and dense fog on Wednesday as winter conditions continued to disrupt daily life across the national capital. Several areas reported low visibility early in the morning, resulting in slower traffic and inconvenience for commuters. The combined impact of cold winds, fog and cloudy skies made mornings particularly harsh for residents. Amid the prevailing weather conditions, the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport issued a passenger advisory, confirming ...

December 31, 2025 10:53 AM

Cold conditions prevail in Rajasthan; light rain forecast for today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rain or drizzle in some areas of the Bikaner, Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions of Rajasthan on Wednesday. A weather alert has been issued for several parts of the state due to the influence of an active Western Disturbance. The department has also forecast light rainfall in some areas of the Bikaner, Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions on Thursday. Weather conditions are expected to turn dry again across the state from January 2 onwards. ...

December 28, 2025 11:33 AM

Dense fog disrupts flights, trains across North India

Flight and rail services across large parts of North India were disrupted on Sunday morning as dense fog conditions prevailed over several states, sharply reducing visibility and affecting normal movement. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a yellow alert for Delhi and adjoining regions, warning of dense fog and cold wave-like conditions during the morning hours. Rail services were severely affected, with dozens of trains running several hours behind schedule and some being d...

December 22, 2025 3:39 PM

Cold wave grips Bihar; Patna records dip in minimum temperature for fifth consecutive day

The state capital recorded a drop in minimum temperature for the fifth consecutive day on Monday, as the absence of sunshine throughout the previous day intensified the cold conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold day warning for Patna. According to the IMD, dense fog is likely during the morning hours, which may partially clear as the day progresses, though cloudy conditions are expected to persist. On Monday morning, moderate fog enveloped the city. During thi...

December 22, 2025 3:29 PM

Dense fog in parts of Rajasthan; visibility drops to 10 metres

Dense fog enveloped several districts across Rajasthan on Monday, reducing visibility to as low as 10 metres in many areas. On the outskirts of Jaipur, visibility dropped to just 10 metres, with similar conditions reported in border districts such as Jaisalmer and Sri Ganganagar. The fog, combined with the influence of an active Western Disturbance over North India, caused unusual temperature patterns across the state. On Sunday, maximum temperatures in many cities dropped below 20°C. The In...

December 22, 2025 1:02 PM

Dense fog disrupts flight operations across Northern India

Dense fog is affecting airport operations in parts of Northern India, causing potential disruptions to flight schedules. Passengers are advised to stay in touch with their airlines for real-time updates, according to Jaisalmer Airport authorities. While flight operations at Delhi Airport are currently running smoothly, passengers are encouraged to remain connected with their respective airlines for the latest updates. On Sunday, IndiGo issued a travel advisory warning passengers about possible...

December 21, 2025 9:27 AM

Airport authority warns of possible flight delays, changes due to dense fog

The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has issued an advisory warning of delays and changes in the flight operations due to reduced visibility, as dense fog gripped North India on Sunday morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of dense to very dense fog, further reducing visibility and compounding the impact of pollution. Orange alerts, the second-highest warning level, were issued for large parts of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Chandigarh, cautioning residents and author...

December 17, 2025 12:53 PM

Cold wave tightens grip on Bihar, IMD issues seven-day alert

The cold wave has intensified across several districts of Bihar, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an alert for the state for the next seven days. According to the IMD, both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to fall further in the coming days. After December 22, parts of Bihar may experience severe cold wave conditions, which are likely to disrupt normal life. The Patna Meteorological Centre said the prevailing weather pattern is expected to persist, wi...

December 16, 2025 2:54 PM

Fatehpur shivers at 4°C; dense fog to persist across Rajasthan, says Met Department

Rajasthan witnessed sharp temperature contrasts on Monday, with Fatehpur in Sikar district emerging as the coldest place in the state, the Meteorological Department said on Tuesday. The town recorded a minimum temperature of 4 degrees Celsius, the lowest overnight temperature in the state. Other regions also experienced chilly conditions, with Nagaur recording 5.6 degrees C, Lunkaransar 7 degrees C, Dausa 6.2 degrees C, Baran 7.9 degrees C, Sirohi 6.6 degrees C, Churu 6.8 degrees C, and Sri Gan...

January 15, 2025 10:14 AM

Dense fog disrupts rail and air operations, worsens air quality in Delhi-NCR

Dense fog and cold weather disrupted transportation services across northern India, including the national capital, on Wednesday. Visibility dropped to near zero in many areas, significantly impacting rail and flight operations. A total of 26 trains have been delayed due to the dense fog, according to Indian Railways. Among the most affected are Bihar S Kranti (12565), delayed by 285 minutes; Shr Ram Shakti Exp (12561), delayed by 290 minutes; Gorakhdham Exp (12555), delayed by 255 minutes; an...