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Severe cold wave grips Delhi as temperature drops to 3.2 degrees Celsius

IMD reported Delhi's minimum temperature at 3.2 degrees Celsius amid severe cold wave conditions; on Thursday, Delhi recorded its coldest December day in three years at 4.5 degrees Celsius

Severe cold wave grips Delhi as temperature drops to 3.2 degrees Celsius
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 9:22 AM IST

Delhi hits season's coldest morning at 4.5 degrees Celsius amid cold wave

Delhi cold wave: The IMD has predicted a further dip, stating that the temperature in the national capital could touch 4 degrees Celsius later on Thursday

Delhi hits season's coldest morning at 4.5 degrees Celsius amid cold wave
Updated On : 12 Dec 2024 | 1:46 PM IST

Delhi's air quality deteriorates amid cold wave; likely to remain 'poor'

Delhi's AQI dipped despite persisting winds of 8-10 kmph on Wednesday evening due to 'cold wave' conditions

Delhi's air quality deteriorates amid cold wave; likely to remain 'poor'
Updated On : 12 Dec 2024 | 9:44 AM IST

Cold wave hits Delhi, early Dec temp touches 14-year-low at 4.9 deg C: IMD

Chilly winds on Wednesday marked the arrival of cold wave conditions in the national capital as Delhi recorded a low of 4.9 degrees Celsius, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said. The minimum temperatures in early December have been recorded below 5 degrees Celsius for the first time in 14 years, it said. According to data, the lowest minimum temperature during this period was recorded on December 6, 1987, at 4.1 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a yellow alert, warning of similar cold wave conditions for the next two days. The night-time temperature was recorded at 4.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, 4.7 notches below the normal. On Tuesday, it was 8 degrees Celsius. According to the data, in December 2023 and 2022, there were no cold wave days. However, November 2020 saw cold wave conditions with the minimum temperature plunging to 7.5 degrees Celsius. A cold wave occurs when the minimum temperature departures from the normal day temperature by 4.5 to 6.4 degrees Cels

Cold wave hits Delhi, early Dec temp touches 14-year-low at 4.9 deg C: IMD
Updated On : 11 Dec 2024 | 8:51 PM IST

Weather forecast 2024: Heavy rainfall in South India, snowfall in North

As per the IMD, cold wave is likely to prevail over North India like Jammu & Kashmir and West Uttar Pradesh on Dec 10 and 11, meanwhile, heavy rain also predicted in Southern India from Dec 10 to 13

Weather forecast 2024: Heavy rainfall in South India, snowfall in North
Updated On : 10 Dec 2024 | 2:35 PM IST
Updated On : 09 Dec 2024 | 9:14 PM IST

Cold wave to hit Delhi, North India this week; IMD forecasts fog & rain

Delhi is set to experience cold wave this week, with temperatures dropping to 6 degrees Celsius by Dec 10. The Meteorological Dept forecasts fog, light rain, and cold conditions across NCR till Dec 14

Cold wave to hit Delhi, North India this week; IMD forecasts fog & rain
Updated On : 09 Dec 2024 | 12:43 PM IST

After rainfall, dry spell expected in northwest India; Delhi temp to drop

From Tuesday onwards, schools in the national capital will resume normal timings as weather conditions improve

After rainfall, dry spell expected in northwest India; Delhi temp to drop
Updated On : 06 Feb 2024 | 8:52 AM IST

Working with 5.5 million people under CSR initiative, says HCL Foundation

HCL Foundation, the CSR wing of HCL Tech, said on Monday that it is working with 5.5 million people across 20 states through its CSR initiatives. Nidhi Pundhir, Vice President, Global CSR, HCLTech, and Director, of HCL Foundation, said, "We have contributed significantly during emergencies such as the Michaung cyclone, and the cold wave in Delhi." "The overall reach of HCL Foundation has significantly increased, with the foundation currently working with 5.5 million people across 20-plus states. We have invested heavily, focussing on ultra-poor poverty alleviation, through our flagship programme Uday," Pundhir said. "HCL Foundation will continue to invest in its flagship programmes like Uday, Samuday, HCL Tech Grant, Harit, Sports for Change, my e-Haat, and HCL Academy," Pundhir said on the foundation's plans for 2024.

Working with 5.5 million people under CSR initiative, says HCL Foundation
Updated On : 05 Feb 2024 | 11:07 PM IST

Delhi weather update: Dense fog disrupts travel; visibility woes continue

Flight and train services hit, zero visibility at IGI Airport; weather department predicts improvement after February 5

Delhi weather update: Dense fog disrupts travel; visibility woes continue
Updated On : 02 Feb 2024 | 10:03 AM IST

Delhi weather update: Light rainfall may give some relief amid heavy fog

This month marks the coldest January days in at least 13 years, with an average maximum temperature of 17.7 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 6.2 degrees Celsius

Delhi weather update: Light rainfall may give some relief amid heavy fog
Updated On : 31 Jan 2024 | 9:27 AM IST

Highlights of the day: 2 killed in clash between ethnic groups in Manipur

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Highlights of the day: 2 killed in clash between ethnic groups in Manipur
Updated On : 30 Jan 2024 | 11:39 PM IST

Delhi fog dilemma: Anticipating clear skies, when will capital get relief?

Delhi fog: According to IMD, the fog has intensified in the capital due to the western disturbances

Delhi fog dilemma: Anticipating clear skies, when will capital get relief?
Updated On : 30 Jan 2024 | 12:03 PM IST

Dense fog blankets parts of Delhi-NCR amid cold wave, visibility affected

Meanwhile, a similar situation was recorded in Punjab; visibility was affected in the state due to dense fog on Monday night

Dense fog blankets parts of Delhi-NCR amid cold wave, visibility affected
Updated On : 30 Jan 2024 | 8:55 AM IST

Delhi temperature dips to 9 degrees Celsius, trains delayed over 10 hrs

Centre holds off on imposing stricter curbs on pollution as Delhi continues to grapple with 'very' poor to 'severe' air quality

Delhi temperature dips to 9 degrees Celsius, trains delayed over 10 hrs
Updated On : 29 Jan 2024 | 9:36 AM IST

No relief in cold wave conditions in North India, temperature below normal

There was no let-up in the cold wave condition in Punjab and Haryana on Saturday with minimum temperatures staying below normal at several places. Hisar in Haryana was the coldest place as it shivered at 3.1 degrees Celsius, four degrees below normal, according to a report of the Meteorological Department here. Among other places, Ambala and Karnal experienced cold weather conditions at 6.2 and 4.6 degrees Celsius respectively. Narnaul, Sirsa, Faridabad, and Fatehabad recorded 7.6 degrees Celsius, 4 degrees Celsius, 3.9 degrees Celsius, and 3.6 degrees Celsius. Faridkot in Punjab was the coldest place in the state as it shivered at 3.6 degrees Celsius. Amritsar reeled at 3.7 degrees Celsius, one degree below normal, while Ludhiana and Patiala recorded their respective minimums of 6 and 6.5 degrees Celsius. Pathankot, Bathinda and Gurdaspur recorded minimum temperatures of 4.3, 4 and 5.5 degrees Celsius respectively. Chandigarh, the common capital of the two states, recorded a mi

No relief in cold wave conditions in North India, temperature below normal
Updated On : 27 Jan 2024 | 12:23 PM IST

Chilled capital: Forecasts hint prolonged foggy conditions in Delhi-NCR

Delhi weather: They also show that Delhi will continue to face chilly days in the last week of January with no rain

Chilled capital: Forecasts hint prolonged foggy conditions in Delhi-NCR
Updated On : 25 Jan 2024 | 1:41 PM IST

Safe, sound, effective: What to look for when you buy a room heater

The device must do its job for less power and need not be kept on all the time

Safe, sound, effective: What to look for when you buy a room heater
Updated On : 25 Jan 2024 | 11:30 AM IST

LIVE: Bihar's ex-CM Karpoori Thakur to be awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously

From flight delays due to fog to devotees reaching Ram temple in Ayodhya, catch all the latest updates from around the world here

LIVE: Bihar's ex-CM Karpoori Thakur to be awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously
Updated On : 23 Jan 2024 | 10:06 PM IST

Dense fog grips Delhi-NCR amid ongoing coldwave; flight delays reported

The air quality is expected to remain in the 'very poor' category for the rest of the week

Dense fog grips Delhi-NCR amid ongoing coldwave; flight delays reported
Updated On : 23 Jan 2024 | 9:21 AM IST