Delhi continues to grapple with a severe cold wave as thick fog envelops the city, causing near-zero visibility on roads. Flight and train operations are severely impacted, with 22 trains to Delhi delayed and numerous flights affected at Indira Gandhi International Airport. The minimum temperature plummeted to 6.2 degrees Celsius, and the Indian Meteorological Department predicts worsening conditions till January 16. The CAT III landing system at Delhi's airport is crucial, helping aircraft navigate during dense fog. Passengers are advised to check with airlines. The prevailing cold wave and dense fog continue to grip the National Capital Region, affecting daily life.

Delhi experienced bone-chilling cold on Friday with the mercury plummeting to 3.9 degrees Celsius, marking the lowest temperature this winter. Dense fog blanketed the city, causing zero visibility and disrupting rail and air traffic. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, predicting continued severe cold wave conditions until January 15. Several trains faced delays, and a thin layer of fog persisted, reducing visibility to 50 meters in the national capital. The forecast indicates a second consecutive day of below 5 degrees Celsius temperatures, emphasizing the persistence of the intense cold wave.            

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Chandigarh has declared a 'red alert' for the Union Territory, forecasting a continued drop in temperatures over the next two days. Chandigarh recently experienced its coldest night of the season at 5.3 degrees Celsius. The daytime temperatures have consistently remained lower than Srinagar for three consecutive days, with Chandigarh recording a maximum of 12 degrees Celsius compared to Srinagar's 13 degrees Celsius. The IMD attributes the temperature disparity to persistent fog cover in Chandigarh, urging residents to take precautions against the cold spell. An 'orange alert' is anticipated for the subsequent three days.

A magnitude 4.3 earthquake rattled Afghanistan's Hindukush region at 4.51 am on Friday, marking the second quake in 24 hours. The National Center for Seismology reported the quake's depth at 17 kilometers with no reported damages or casualties. The previous day witnessed a stronger magnitude 6.1 quake in the same area, causing tremors in Delhi, North India, Lahore (Pakistan), and parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, emphasizing preparedness in the quake-prone region.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake originating in Afghanistan sent tremors through Delhi-NCR and surrounding areas today at 2:50 pm IST. The National Center for Seismology confirmed the epicenter's location at Lat: 36.48, Long: 70.45, with a depth of 220 km. Panic ensued as people in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, and Gurugram reported shaking furniture. The quake also reached Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Punjab, and cities in Pakistan. No casualties or property damage have been reported. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as people recover from the unexpected seismic activity.

Delhi experienced its coldest day this winter, with the minimum temperature plummeting to 5.3°C, marking a chilling start to the day. The city also recorded its lowest maximum temperature in two years at 13.4°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a "yellow alert" for Wednesday, expecting the maximum temperature to hover around 16°C. Uttar Pradesh witnessed even harsher conditions, with Kanpur and Agra recording minimum temperatures below freezing at 1.1°C and 1.0°C, respectively. Night shelters in Delhi are actively providing refuge, offering blankets, beds, hot water, and food. The IMD forecasts dense fog until January 14 and predicts rains in southern states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, coastal Karnataka, and Lakshadweep islands in the coming days.      

Experts have confirmed that 2023 was Earth's hottest year since records began in 1850. According to a climate report released Tuesday by Copernicus, Europe's climate change monitoring service, 2023 had an average global temperature of 14.98°C, surpassing 2016's previous record of 14.81°C by a significant margin. The report highlights the numerous extreme weather events that occurred last year, including unprecedented heatwaves, droughts, floods, and wildfires. It also shows that greenhouse gas concentrations reached new record highs in 2023. Experts say the current El Niño conditions will likely drive temperatures even higher in 2024. They emphasize that urgent emissions reductions are needed to avoid crossing dangerous climate tipping points as the planet continues to warm at an alarming rate.

Facing the coldest day of the month, Delhi established 190 tents providing shelter for approximately 8,000 homeless individuals. With temperatures dropping to 5.3 degrees Celsius, the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) deployed standby tents as needed. DUSIB Member Expert Bipin Rai stated, "Approximately 8,000 people have been staying in the tents set up by the DUSIB at night." The initiative, part of the city's winter action plan, includes rescue teams, medical assistance, and meals three times a day. As winter intensifies, the government aims to ensure the well-being of vulnerable populations.

The Indian Meteorological Department issues 'Cold Day' to 'Severe Cold Day' warnings for Delhi, Punjab, and Rajasthan until January 9. Delhi experiences its coldest day as temperatures drop to 5.3°C. Dense fog alerts cover Haryana-Chandigarh, affecting visibility in northern regions. Meanwhile, heavy rains persist in Tamil Nadu, with warnings extended till January 14. Southern states face waterlogging, leading to school closures in Puducherry. IMD predicts isolated rainfall in northern and central India, while hailstorms are expected in east Rajasthan and west Madhya Pradesh. The weather agency highlights ongoing weather challenges in different parts of the country.

Delhi faces its coldest day this month as temperatures drop to 5.3°C, matching Nainital's cold spell. Indian Meteorological Department predicts a cold day to severe cold day conditions in parts of Delhi, with a chance of light rain or drizzle on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Rajasthan braces for rain and hailstorms as cold wave conditions persist. The forecast extends to parts of North India, including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar facing dense fog. Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Lakshadweep anticipate rainfall, with isolated heavy rain in Tamil Nadu. Western Disturbance prompts light isolated rainfall or snowfall in Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad and Himachal Pradesh.