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October 28, 2026 9:55 AM

Aviation Ministry reviews fog preparedness, directs airlines to provide timely passenger updates

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed airlines and airport operators to strengthen preparations for the upcoming winter fog season, with a focus on timely flight updates, operational readiness and assistance to passengers during disruptions. Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha on Tuesday chaired the first fog preparedness meeting for the 2026–27 winter season. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) officials, the fog season is expected to run from December 15, 202...

January 31, 2026 10:51 AM

IMD predicts light rainfall in Delhi, wet spell may continue next week

Delhi is likely to receive very light to light rainfall today, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘Yellow alert’ for the city. The weather department has predicted a maximum temperature of around 21 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is expected to hover around 7 degrees Celsius. On Friday morning, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 7.7 degrees Celsius, with air quality remaining in the poor category. The IMD has also warned that the rainy spell m...

January 20, 2026 12:22 PM

Jaipur sees drizzle as western disturbances set to bring winter rains in Rajasthan

Jaipur experienced light drizzle on Tuesday, while most of Rajasthan remained dry. Moderate to dense fog in several areas reduced early morning visibility, indicating a change in winter weather patterns. According to the Jaipur Meteorological Centre, temperatures varied widely across the state. The highest maximum in the past 24 hours was 30.4°C at Jawai Dam (Pali), while the lowest minimum of 4.6°C was recorded at Pali (AWS), reflecting cold nights despite daytime warmth in some areas. Dire...

December 30, 2025 1:31 PM

Dense fog: 60 arrival, 58 departure flights cancelled at Delhi airport

Flight operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi were severely disrupted on Tuesday due to dense fog blanketing the city. Approximately 60 arriving and 58 departing flights were cancelled, while 16 Delhi-bound flights were diverted to other cities as low visibility conditions persisted. Earlier, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) issued an advisory warning of possible flight delays at select airports across Northern India owing to prevailing foggy conditions. In a p...

December 29, 2025 2:48 PM

Schools in Gautam Buddha Nagar shut for four days amid cold wave and dense fog

The Gautam Buddha Nagar district administration has ordered a four-day closure of all schools in the district due to dense fog and plunging temperatures. According to a directive issued late Sunday night by the office of the District Basic Education Officer (DBEO), on the instructions of the District Magistrate, all recognised schools - affiliated to CBSE, ICSE, IB, UP Board or any other board - will remain closed from December 29, 2025, to January 1, 2026. The order applies to all classes fro...

December 29, 2025 2:49 PM

Dense fog disrupts air and rail services across north India; 128 flights cancelled at Delhi airport

Flight and train operations across several parts of the country were severely disrupted on Monday as dense fog reduced visibility, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. At Delhi airport alone, a total of 128 flights were cancelled, including 64 arrivals and 64 departures. Additionally, eight flights were diverted, while over 30 flights were delayed as visibility dropped sharply to around 125 metres, significantly hampering flight moveme...

December 27, 2025 1:53 PM

Fog, Strong Winds Forecast Across Tamil Nadu Over Next Two Days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast largely dry weather across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next two days, attributing the change to variations in the prevailing easterly wind patterns. While widespread rainfall is not expected, residents have been cautioned about early-morning fog, slightly lower night temperatures in select areas, and strong surface winds along the coastal belt. According to the IMD, light mist or fog may form in isolated pockets during th...

December 26, 2025 12:32 PM

Cold Wave Grips Rajasthan; Jaipur Shrouded in Fog and Chill

A severe cold wave, accompanied by piercing winds, has tightened its grip over Rajasthan, causing temperatures to plunge across the state. The Meteorological Department on Friday forecast that the cold conditions would intensify over the next three to four days and issued a yellow alert for 11 districts in northeastern Rajasthan. Karauli in eastern Rajasthan recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 3.6°C, while Pali in the western region registered 5.2°C. Other districts also felt the bitin...

December 15, 2025 1:21 PM

Dense fog blankets parts of Rajasthan, visibility drops in many areas

Dense fog blanketed several districts of Rajasthan, including Sri Ganganagar, Jaisalmer, and Alwar, on Monday morning, severely affecting road visibility and traffic movement. Visibility dropped to just 5 metres in Sri Ganganagar and 20 metres in Alwar, causing major inconvenience for commuters. The impact of the Western Disturbance weakened on Sunday, though light cloud cover persisted across much of the Bikaner, Jodhpur, Ajmer, and Jaipur divisions. As a result, maximum temperatures declined...

December 15, 2025 12:20 PM

Dense fog disrupts flights at Delhi airport; airlines issue travel advisories

Flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport were disrupted on Monday morning as dense fog significantly reduced visibility, marking the season’s first major spell of winter fog in the national capital. Several departures were delayed as airlines adjusted schedules to ensure safe operations amid challenging weather conditions. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) issued a passenger advisory, warning that dense fog could lead to disruptions in flight operations. The...