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07 Jan

Severe cold wave conditions grip Delhi-NCR, schools shut; AQI slips to ‘very poor’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Winter conditions intensified across Delhi and nearby regions on Wednesday, as cold-day weather, fog and poor air quality made the morning tough for residents of Delhi-NCR. Visibility dropped sharply in several areas, and the Air Quality Index stayed in the ‘very poor’ range, raising health worries. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said dense to very dense fog is likely in parts of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and east Rajasthan, while Delhi can expect moderate to dense fog in the early hours of January 7 and 8. Cold day conditions are expected at a few places in…

05 Jan

IMD issues orange alert in Punjab, Chandigarh as cold wave condition prevails

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Weather

National Times Bureau :- The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert fo rdense fog , cold wave and cold day conditions already prevailing in Punjab and Chandigarh. The bitting cold weather to likely to persist until January 9. As a result the daytime temperatures have also dropped significantly. Temperatures are likely to drop further by 2 to 3 degrees over the next two days. Over the past 24 hours, the state’s temperature has fallen by 2.1 degrees Celsius and is now 4.1 degrees below normal. Hoshiarpur recorded the lowest temperature at 6.8 degrees Celsius, while Amritsar experienced cold day…

03 Jan

Red alert issued for dense fog and cold wave in Punjab, Chandigarh as visibility drops to zero in several parts

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabPunjab, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Dense fog and cold wave conditions tightened their grip over parts of Punjab and Chandigarh on Friday, following which the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for the first time this season. While no rainfall is forecast, extremely poor visibility and plunging temperatures have disrupted normal life across several districts. Amritsar and Halwara reported zero visibility, significantly affecting road and air traffic. Despite the dip, temperatures remained about three degrees above the seasonal average. Faridkot recorded the lowest minimum temperature in the state at 5.5 degrees Celsius. Weather officials have warned that night temperatures are…

02 Jan

Cold wave and dense fog grip Punjab, Chandigarh till January 7; Orange Alert issued

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Punjab and Chandigarh continue to reel under an intense cold wave and dense fog, with the situation expected to persist until January 7, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Nights are likely to turn even colder in the coming days. The weather department has issued an Orange Alert for fog and cold wave conditions till Friday, followed by a Yellow Alert for the subsequent period. Parts of Punjab witnessed sudden weather disturbances over the last 24 hours. Thunderstorms were reported in Patiala, while Pathankot and Halwara also experienced stormy conditions. Dense fog engulfed areas such as…

30 Dec

IMD issues red alert in Delhi over dense fog, air quality turns severe; IGI Airport issues advisory

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaAdvisory, Airport, Delhi, Pollution, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Dense fog engulfed national capital on Monday causing visibility to drop significantly, resulting in disruption in flight operations and train cancellations, plunging air quality into severe category. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red' alert for dense fog on Tuesday morning. The visibility at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and Safdarjung was 50 metres at 8 am. It improved to 100 metres around 9 am, the weather office said. Currently the airport is functioning under Category-III conditions, which allows flights to land in low visibility. Delhi airport advisory “Due to dense fog, flight…

25 Dec

Cold wave grips Punjab, Haryana: Dense fog triggers zero visibility in several parts

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Severe winter has intensified across Punjab and Haryana, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reporting cold wave and cold day conditions in several areas over the last 24 hours. While both states have seen dry weather, low temperatures combined with persistent fog have increased cold-related discomfort and raised health and travel concerns. The IMD has issued an orange alert for very dense fog across most parts of Punjab and Haryana till December 26, with fog expected at isolated locations on December 27 as well. Punjab continues to experience dry conditions, with harsh winter chill especially during…

18 Dec

Dense fog engulfs Punjab, Chandigarh; trains delayed, flight operations hit

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabChandigarh, Dense fog, Flights Cancelled, Punjab, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Parts of Punjaba and Chandigarh experienced season's first spell of dense fog on Wednesday dropping the visibility to as low as 150 metre. As per India Meteorological Department (IMD), fog season has officially started in the city and is expected to get worse in the coming days. An orange alert has been issued for Thursday and Friday. According to the IMD observatory in Sector 39, visibility stood at 800 metres at 5.30 am but deteriorated sharply to 150 metres by 8.30 am, before improving to 3,500 metres by 11.30 am. Fog is termed dense when visibility…

16 Dec

Dense Fog to Grip 12 Punjab Districts as Cold Wave Intensifies, Strong Winds Expected

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

National Times Bureau :- The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for dense fog and cold conditions across several parts of northern India, including Punjab, over the coming days. According to the department, thick fog is expected to prevail during late night and early morning hours, significantly reducing visibility and posing challenges for daily activities. States such as Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness dense fog, which may disrupt normal movement and increase risks for commuters. The prevailing weather conditions are expected to affect road, rail and air traffic, particularly during morning hours when visibility may…

11 Dec

Punjab Braces for Dense Fog From Tomorrow; Yellow Alert Issued, Commuters Likely to Face Major Disruptions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

National Times Bureau :- With cold-wave conditions tightening their grip across Punjab, the Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert, warning of dense fog from December 12 to 14. The drop in wind speed to around 5–7 km/h during the night has intensified the chill, further setting the stage for reduced visibility in several districts. Faridkot recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 4.5°C, making it the coldest location in the state. Night temperatures in other districts also remained significantly low, with Bathinda at 5.2°C, Hoshiarpur at 5.3°C, Gurdaspur at 6.0°C, Pathankot at 6.5°C, SBS Nagar at 7.0°C, Ropar at 7.6°C,…

28 Nov

Cold Wave Intensifies in Punjab: Yellow Alert Issued for Six Districts as Temperature Dips

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCold, Punjab, Weather, Yellow alert

National Times Bureau :- Punjab is now firmly in the grip of severe winter conditions, with the cold wave escalating to alarming levels across the state. The Meteorological Department on Friday issued a Yellow Alert for six districts, signalling the onset of dangerously low temperatures and harsh weather. The districts placed under the alert include Fazilka, Muktsar Sahib, Bathinda, Faridkot, Jalandhar and Moga, where icy winds and a sharp fall in minimum temperatures have created a heightened risk for vulnerable groups, particularly the elderly, children and those with health concerns. Officials have advised residents to take adequate precautions, avoid early…