Winter In India

Rain in Delhi, snow in hills end North India's dry spell; cold wave returns

A western disturbance has brought rain, snowfall and fog across North India, triggering cold wave conditions in several states, disrupting travel in the hills and lowering temperatures in Delhi-NCR

Rain forecast in Delhi, snow in hills as North India faces weather shift

Western disturbance to bring rain and snowfall to Himalayas, light rain and thunderstorms to Delhi-NCR on January 23, with dense fog and cold waves lingering before a gradual weather change

Datanomics: Cold wave blankets North India as temperatures plunge

A severe cold wave grips parts of India, pushing temperatures to near-freezing levels and highlighting a sharp rise in cold-related deaths and regional winter extremes

IMD warns of dense fog, rain as cold wave tightens grip on north India

Minimum temperatures plunge across Delhi and north India as IMD warns of dense fog, cold wave conditions and spells of rain, with a gradual temperature rise expected over the next two days

Winter vacations 2026: School holidays extended in Noida, other regions

District administrations have declared school holidays and revised schedules in response to the worsening winter conditions in parts of northern India to protect students and their health

Why are women's hands and feet colder than men's in winter? Doctor explains

Medical expert breaks down the biological reasons women experience colder hands and feet in winter, and when the symptoms may signal a health concern

Delhi shivers at 4.6°C; fog, cold wave grip north, rain alert for South

Cold wave and dense fog conditions are set to persist across north India from January 10, while Tamil Nadu and Puducherry remain on heavy rain alert amid strong winds, and rough seas

Sudden showers intensify cold wave in Delhi-NCR; heavy rain alert for South

Contrasting weather patterns prevailed across India on January 9, with dense fog and cold wave conditions in the north, while an intensifying deep depression threatens heavy rain in the south

Hypothermia in elderly: Winter safety measures every family should know

Cold weather can be deadly for seniors, even indoors. Doctors explain why older adults are vulnerable to hypothermia and share practical winter safety tips for families and caregivers

IMD weather alert: Dense fog, cold wave conditions to persist across India

Large parts of India are witnessing dense fog and cold wave conditions, with the IMD warning of continued disruptions due to poor visibility, rainfall and falling temperatures

IMD warns of cold wave, dense fog across north India ahead of New Year

IMD warns of cold wave, dense fog conditions across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab, Haryana and Uttarakhand on Dec 27, with travel disruptions likely to continue through the weekend ahead of New Year

Harsher winter ahead but committed to reducing disruptions, says IndiGo

IndiGo says it has stabilised operations since December 9 and is managing fog disruptions, as it ramps up capacity and plans Athens flights with its first A321XLR from January 23

Winter break 2025-26: Full list of state-wise school holiday schedules

Due to the cold, fog, and administrative concerns, some Indian states have declared their school vacations or schedules. Delhi-NCR's high AQI is also becoming a matter of concern for parents

IMD weather forecast today: Fog, cold wave alerts for several cities

IMD has issued fresh alerts for dense fog, cold wave conditions and snowfall across several regions, warning of transport disruptions, flight cancellations and fluctuating temperatures across India

How winter's hormonal shifts and low sunlight affect reproductive health

Fewer daylight hours and winter stress can disrupt hormonal signalling, affecting fertility in both men and women. Specialists explain the seasonal effects and how to manage them

11 flights cancelled at Chennai Airport due to dense fog in North India

Cancellations were attributed to persistent dense fog, poor weather, and air pollution affecting flight operations across Delhi and several northern regions over the past few days

Dense fog disrupts air travel as Delhi airport, IMD issue advisories

Airlines like Air India, Indigo and SpiceJet issued travel advisories to passengers amid dense fog after over 300 flights were cancelled on Monday due to low visibility

Dense fog and cold wave grips north Indian states; IMD issues alert

Delhi-NCR sees dense morning fog with reduced visibility while cold wave conditions continue in Telangana and interior Karnataka

55% Indians plan winter trips; Goa, Kerala lead demand, says report

Around 55 per cent of Indian travellers plan winter trips every year, and Goa and Kerala remain top choices for them during the travel season, according to an Airbnb report. Indians are travelling in winter not just for holidays, but also to unwind and relax, the report said. "This winter season, Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan and the Himalayan states dominate domestic travel interest on Airbnb, owing to their beaches, backwaters, heritage, winter weather and outdoor experiences," Airbnb Country Head, India and Southeast Asia, Amanpreet Bajaj said, quoting the report based on Airbnb internal data. He said 55 per cent of Indian travellers plan winter trips every year, signalling how winter has evolved as one of the country's favourite travel seasons for exploration and downtime, mainly fuelled by favourable cooler weather and scenic winter landscapes. Alongside these favourites, he said, there is also a strong momentum for emerging pockets such as Agatti in Lakshadweep, Guwahati, smaller ..