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22 Apr

North India Braces for Rising Heat as Mercury Likely to Climb Sharply

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, TrendingNorth India

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of intense heat is expected to grip northern parts of the country this week, with temperatures projected to rise by up to 4°C in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh by April 25, as per the India Meteorological Department. Weather experts indicated that the upward trend in temperatures will continue over the next few days, keeping heatwave conditions active across several regions. After April 25, the mercury is expected to level off, with no major fluctuations anticipated until April 27. The current heatwave phase, which began in Haryana around mid-April, has gradually expanded to cover Delhi…

Severe Fog and Pollution Grip North India, Air Traffic Faces Disruptions in Capital

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingNorth India

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Large stretches of north India began the week under a heavy cover of fog, with low temperatures and worsening pollution creating difficult conditions for daily life. Parts of Punjab, Haryana and Delhi experienced dense fog on Monday morning, reducing visibility and adding to winter-related challenges across the region. The national capital recorded a cold and hazy start as air quality levels dropped further into the danger zone. Data showed Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index reaching 402 by early morning, categorising the air as “severe” and triggering health advisories. Environmental experts warned that prolonged exposure could pose serious…

Punjab, Himachal Pradesh on High Alert as IMD Warns of More Heavy Rainfall

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingHimachal Pradesh, IMD, North India, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Continuous downpours have thrown several northern states into crisis, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for multiple districts. The agency has forecast moderate to intense rain spells over the next three hours, warning of flash floods, landslides, and waterlogging in vulnerable areas. Torrential Rains in Jammu & Kashmir Jammu & Kashmir has been the worst affected so far. The districts of Reasi, Poonch, Rajouri, Jammu, Ramban, Udhampur, Samba, Kathua, Doda, and Kishtwar remain under red alert. Reasi received over 230 mm of rain by early Wednesday, while Katra (193 mm) and Batote…