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Jharkhand weather on New Year: As the state gears up for the New Year, cold day conditions are likely to persist, along with dense fog in some regions.
Cold wave in North India: As Delhi and other North Indian states witnessed intermittent rainfall in the last 48 hours, the India Meteorological Department predicted a significant drop in minimum temperatures across several regions of the country.
Due to a new western disturbance from Thursday, light to moderate rain is likely to occur in some parts of Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Jaipur, Bharatpur and Bikaner divisions, according to the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur.
The Delhi airport in the advisory asked passengers to stay informed about flight updates by contacting their respective airlines. "Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information," the airport said.
Delhi: A severe cold wave has tightened its grip on Delhi-NCR, with dense fog reducing visibility in several areas. The dense fog has caused disruptions in flight operations, with several flights delayed or cancelled due to low visibility.
According to the Meteorological Department of India (IMD), the maximum and minimum temperatures are predicted to be around 23 and 7 degrees Celsius, respectively.
While the Kashmir valley is currently experiencing intense cold, the weather is expected to remain mainly dry from December 29 to 31. However, light snowfall is anticipated in the higher reaches on New Year's Eve, offering the possibility of a picturesque start to 2025, as per the IMD.
Himachal Pradesh has experienced sub-zero temperatures in the last 24 hours, with Lahaul-Spiti recording the coldest at -10.6 degree celsius. Other regions like Kaza, Manali, and Shimla also recorded freezing temperatures as winter intensifies in the state.
Srinagar shivers at minus 6.6 degrees Celsius as Chillai Kalan takes hold in Kashmir, with temperatures plummeting across the valley. Pahalgam and Gulmarg also endure extreme cold, as South Kashmir sees the coldest temperatures of the season.
Keeping this cols wave situation in mind, the Education Department of the State Government has decided according to the Academic Almanac that this year's winter vacation will be from December 25 to January 5.
People in Delhi wake up to a foggy morning as the chilling coldwave swept the national capital region. The city also received a light rain this morning.
As strong cold wave has swept the major part of the Northern and Northeastern India, the IMD has predicted rainfall in multiple states. Meanwhile, southern states like Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu have already witnessed rainfall in recent days.
The weather office has predicted moderate fog on Sunday with the maximum and minimum temperatures expected to hover around 24 and eight degrees Celsius, respectively.
Biting cold gripped Kashmir as many regions in the valley shivered with temperatures plummeting several degrees below the freezing point. The intense cold wave led to the freezing of the famous Dal Lake and other water bodies in the valley.
With temperatures dropping further, the IMD has warned of a potential cold wave in the coming days, advising residents to take precautions against the harsh weather conditions.
In light of the ongoing severe cold wave in Himachal Pradesh, the Meteorological Department has urged residents to take necessary precautions. People have been advised to keep warm, protect livestock, and ensure proper arrangements to safeguard crops from the cold and frost.
Delhi weather update: The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to settle at 5 degrees Celsius and 23 degrees Celsius respectively.
Cold wave in West Bengal: The IMD said the cold wave conditions are likely to prevail over Purulia, East and West Bardhaman, Birbhum, Bankura, Jhargram and West Midnapore districts till December 15.
Cold wave in Telangana: The IMD said the drop in temperatures is likely in districts such as Adilabad, Kumuram Bheem, Mancherial, and Nirmal.
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