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February 21, 2025 4:30 PM

IMD reports rain, snowfall, and hailstorms across multiple states

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a gradual drop in minimum temperatures by 2-3°C across Northwest India over the next three days, with stable conditions expected afterward. In other parts of the country, no significant change in minimum temperatures is anticipated over the next four to five days. Maximum temperatures in Northwest India are likely to increase gradually by 2-4°C over the next four days before stabilizing. In Gujarat, no major changes are expected over the ...

January 28, 2025 10:23 AM

North India faces intense cold waves, Delhi records lowest temperature in four days

A biting cold wave swept across North India, with the national capital Delhi recording its lowest temperature in four days on Tuesday morning. The minimum temperature dipped to 6.6 degrees Celsius, accompanied by chilly winds and a thin layer of fog shrouding parts of the city. This marked a notable drop from Monday's minimum of 7.8 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rain in Delhi on February 1, with foggy conditions expected to persist for the next fo...

January 24, 2025 11:45 AM

Fog disrupts flights and trains in Delhi, low visibility across northern India

Several flights and trains were delayed in the national capital on Friday due to foggy weather conditions. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.9°C at Palam and 9.8°C at Safdarjung, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Meanwhile, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 207, categorized as ‘poor,’ as per the Central Pollution Control Board. The IMD also reported foggy conditions across northeast Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, north coastal Odisha, an...

January 22, 2025 9:22 AM

Delhi’s air quality remains ‘poor’, foggy weather disrupts trains, flights

Delhi’s air quality remains in the ‘poor’ category for the second consecutive day this week, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 264 recorded at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Additionally, foggy weather has significantly disrupted transportation services. Meanwhile, the national capital continues to experience a cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a minimum temperature of 11 degrees Celcius on Wedne...

January 16, 2025 10:21 PM

IMD issues orange alert for Prayagraj: rain and fog likely in Kumbh Mela area

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela is underway. The alert is in effect for January 16 and 17 due to expected rain and fog conditions. IMD Scientist Soma Sen Roy stated that the southeast region of Uttar Pradesh, including the Kumbh Mela area, may experience rain and fog. While the fog may not be dense, its impact is likely to be substantial. Rainfall is expected to increase from January 18, with additional precipitation anti...

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...

January 13, 2025 1:04 PM

IMD issues orange alert as dense fog shrouds national capital; train services hit

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert on Monday for dense fog in the Delhi/NCR region. The air quality monitoring stations across the city reported alarming pollution levels, with the AQI reaching 285, according to CPCB data. As per recent data, the AQI at Jahangirpuri was a concerning 346, while Nehru Nagar recorded 345. Patparganj reported an AQI of 344, closely followed by North Campus, Delhi University, at 314. Similarly, Narela and Mandir Marg recorded AQI levels...

January 10, 2025 10:57 AM

“Dense fog” in Delhi brings visibility to zero, disrupts flights

A thick blanket of fog shrouded the national capital on Friday morning, reducing visibility to zero and disrupting daily life. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius at 5:30 am, with forecasts predicting a minimum of 6 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 20 degrees Celsius for the day. The IMD categorized the fog as "very dense," impacting transportation and public safety. At the Delhi Airport, flight departures faced delays, prompting the authoriti...

January 6, 2025 9:04 AM

Delhi shivers as mercury drops, IMD issues yellow alert for light rain

The inclement weather and cold wave conditions gripped the national capital in the early hours of Monday accompanied by a temperature dip and chilly winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, forecasting light rain in the national capital during the early hours of Monday. As per the data of the India Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded 11.4 degrees Celsius at 5.30 am on Monday. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), from January 6 to 10, ...

January 5, 2025 10:18 AM

Delhi freezes under severe cold wave; dense fog disrupts flights, train services

Delhi is reeling under a severe cold wave, with the temperature dropping to 9 degrees Celsius early Sunday morning. Brisk winds at 16 km/h have intensified the chill, leaving residents braving the biting cold. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for dense fog during the morning hours, warning of significantly reduced visibility across the city. Smog and shallow fog were expected to linger into the evening and night, further deteriorating air quality and visibility. The de...