Delhi faces a cold wave coupled with severe air pollution and dense fog. Flight cancellations and strict pollution measures highlight growing environmental challenges.


Delhi Faces Cold Wave & Bad Air Conditions; Orange Alert in Delhi 

Delhi remains under a blanket of dense fog as a cold wave sweeps through the city. Over 100 flights have been delayed at the Delhi airport. The national capital recorded a temperature of 9.6°C at 5:30 a.m. today. Watch in for more details!

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<p>Delhi on Saturday (Jan 13) woke up to the chilliest morning of the season on the second consecutive day, with the mercury dipping to 3.6 degrees Celsius. This came as cold waves and thick fog conditions continued to batter the residents in the National Capital Region (NCR). The temperature at Delhi’s Lodhi Road area was recorded at 3.4 degrees&nbsp;on Saturday morning, the lowest of this season.</p>

<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a red alert for northern states including Delhi, Punjab and Haryana for Saturday and an orange alert in the region for tomorrow (Sunday). According to IMD the thick fog conditions are expected to continue in the region for the next 3-4 days.</p>

<p>"Dense to very dense fog at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh and dense fog at isolated places over Jammu &amp; Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Rajasthan. Moderate fog in isolated pockets over Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh. Cold day to severe cold day conditions at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and at isolated places in Uttar Pradesh," the weather department said.</p>

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<p>"A blanket of dense fog engulfed most parts of Northern India, disrupting rail and air traffic in the entire region. Dense to very dense fog will continue in parts of northwest India during the next 3 days," it added.</p>

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<p>On Friday (Jan 12) too, Delhi witnessed dense fog, with visibility dropping to a staggering zero metres. Later in the day, the capital witnessed cold wave conditions, even though the skies&nbsp;cleared&nbsp;and the fog layer vanished.</p>

<p>Delhi residents are bracing for a double whammy in the winter season, with ruthless cold waves and dense fog worsening air quality.</p>

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<p>The air remained at the 'very poor' level in Delhi, with the AQI, on a scale of 0 to 500, reading 340 against 348 on Friday. According to the Institute of Tropical Meteorology's air quality early warning system, any improvement is unlikely in the next few days.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The air quality is likely to remain in the 'very poor' category from Saturday to Monday. The outlook for the subsequent six days: The air quality is likely to remain in the 'very poor' category. The predominant surface wind is likely to blow from north-west direction with a wind speed of 4-6kmph, partly cloudy sky with dense fog in the morning on Sunday," the early warning system predicted.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Delhi on Saturday (Jan 13) woke up to the chilliest morning of the season on the second consecutive day, with the mercury dipping to 3.6 degrees Celsius. This came as cold waves and thick fog conditions continued to batter the residents in the National Capital Region (NCR).

Delhi on Saturday (Jan 13) woke up to the chilliest morning of the season on the second consecutive day, with the mercury dipping to 3.6 degrees Celsius. This came as cold waves and thick fog conditions continued to batter the residents in the National Capital Region (NCR). The temperature at Delhi’s Lodhi Road area was recorded at 3.4 degrees on Saturday morning, the lowest of this season. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a red alert for northern states including Delhi, Punjab and Haryana for Saturday and an orange alert in the region for tomorrow (Sunday). According to IMD the thick fog conditions are expected to continue in the region for the next 3-4 days. "Dense to very dense fog at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh and dense fog at isolated places over Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Rajasthan. Moderate fog in isolated pockets over Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh. Cold day to severe cold day conditions at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and at isolated places in Uttar Pradesh," the weather department said. VIDEO | A layer of dense fog covers parts of Delhi. Visuals from Akshardham. pic.twitter.com/2AxO50vhw2 — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 13, 2024 × "A blanket of dense fog engulfed most parts of Northern India, disrupting rail and air traffic in the entire region. Dense to very dense fog will continue in parts of northwest India during the next 3 days," it added. #WATCH | Delhi: Several flight operations delayed at Delhi airport due to low visibility amid fog pic.twitter.com/s0DaNIG5IX — ANI (@ANI) January 13, 2024 × On Friday (Jan 12) too, Delhi witnessed dense fog, with visibility dropping to a staggering zero metres. Later in the day, the capital witnessed cold wave conditions, even though the skies cleared and the fog layer vanished. Delhi residents are bracing for a double whammy in the winter season, with ruthless cold waves and dense fog worsening air quality. Also read: Ayodhya Ram Temple consecration to bring Diwali-like business to Delhi markets The air remained at the 'very poor' level in Delhi, with the AQI, on a scale of 0 to 500, reading 340 against 348 on Friday. According to the Institute of Tropical Meteorology's air quality early warning system, any improvement is unlikely in the next few days. Watch: India: New Delhi witnessing surge in influenza cases compounded by H1N1 × "The air quality is likely to remain in the 'very poor' category from Saturday to Monday. The outlook for the subsequent six days: The air quality is likely to remain in the 'very poor' category. The predominant surface wind is likely to blow from north-west direction with a wind speed of 4-6kmph, partly cloudy sky with dense fog in the morning on Sunday," the early warning system predicted. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi’s coldest morning yet again: Temperature dips to 3.6C amid ‘very poor’ air quality

As the cold wave tightens its grip in northern India, a thick layer of fog engulfed most of the cities on Sunday leaving passengers waiting for hours as their journeys were delayed.

Cold wave conditions likely to prevail over northwest India during next 2 days

<p><strong>Delhi School News:</strong> The Delhi government on Sunday announced that ongoing remedial classes for students of Class 9 to Class 12 are suspended with immediate effect in view of the extreme cold wave in the national capital.&nbsp;A circular from the Delhi government's Directorate of Education mentioned that the holiday has been extended considering cold-wave conditions. Earlier, the private schools were supposed to reopen after winter break on January 9 but now extended to <strong>January 15</strong>. This weekend was the coldest one in Delhi NCR. The city is also witnessing dense fog in the morning which is resulting in delays of flights and trains.&nbsp;The official notice reads, "Keeping in view the prevailing conditions of extreme cold wave in Delhi, all the Heads of Govt. Schools of the Directorate of Education are directed to suspend these remedial classes with immediate effect."</p>

<h2><strong>What does the meteorological department predict for January?</strong></h2>

<p>IMD has issued a warning that dense to very dense fog is very likely to continue in some parts during the night and morning hours over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi &amp; adjoining north Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh in the next two days.</p>

<p>IMD scientist Dr RK Jenamani said that the weather forecasting agency has issued a red alert for Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and UP and an orange alert for Rajasthan and Bihar over the cold-wave and dense fog conditions. Due to the approaching Western Disturbance on January 10, minimum temperatures are very likely to rise by 2-4°C over many parts of Northwest India after two days.</p>

<section><em><strong>Here are a few points every parent and student should know:</strong></em></section>

<p>1. Though all classes, including remedial classes have been closed, practical exams, internal assessments and project work for CBSE Class 10, and 12 board exam candidates will continue as per the schedule announced by the board, Delhi Directorate of Education said in its circular.</p>

<p>2. Amid the ongoing cold wave, many north Indian states have announced school holidays for their students. All schools in Lucknow up to Class 8 will remain shut till 14 January.</p>

<p>3. According to the state government notice, online classes will be held for students in classes&nbsp;9 through 12, and if classes cannot be held for any reason, a holiday will be declared until 11&nbsp;January.&nbsp;Pre-board practical classes will be held from 10 am&nbsp;to 2 pm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>4. Recently, the state governments of Bihar and Jharkhand have also announced school holidays due to the ongoing cold wave.</p>

<p>5. Earlier, the Delhi DoE had announced winter vacation from January 1 to 15. “All government schools under the Directorate of Education will remain closed for winter vacation from January 1, 2023, to January 15, 2023,” DoE had said. "To revise the syllabus and to enhance the learning level and academic performance of the students, remedial classes will be held for classes 9 to 12. These classes will enable the students in revising the basic concepts of the subjects from the examination point of view," it added.</p>

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Delhi School News: The Delhi government on Sunday announced that ongoing remedial classes for students of Class 9 to Class 12 are suspended with immediate effect in view of the extreme cold wave in the national capital.

Delhi School News: The Delhi government on Sunday announced that ongoing remedial classes for students of Class 9 to Class 12 are suspended with immediate effect in view of the extreme cold wave in the national capital. A circular from the Delhi government's Directorate of Education mentioned that the holiday has been extended considering cold-wave conditions. Earlier, the private schools were supposed to reopen after winter break on January 9 but now extended to January 15. This weekend was the coldest one in Delhi NCR. The city is also witnessing dense fog in the morning which is resulting in delays of flights and trains. The official notice reads, "Keeping in view the prevailing conditions of extreme cold wave in Delhi, all the Heads of Govt. Schools of the Directorate of Education are directed to suspend these remedial classes with immediate effect." What does the meteorological department predict for January? IMD has issued a warning that dense to very dense fog is very likely to continue in some parts during the night and morning hours over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi & adjoining north Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh in the next two days. IMD scientist Dr RK Jenamani said that the weather forecasting agency has issued a red alert for Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and UP and an orange alert for Rajasthan and Bihar over the cold-wave and dense fog conditions. Due to the approaching Western Disturbance on January 10, minimum temperatures are very likely to rise by 2-4°C over many parts of Northwest India after two days. Here are a few points every parent and student should know: 1. Though all classes, including remedial classes have been closed, practical exams, internal assessments and project work for CBSE Class 10, and 12 board exam candidates will continue as per the schedule announced by the board, Delhi Directorate of Education said in its circular. 2. Amid the ongoing cold wave, many north Indian states have announced school holidays for their students. All schools in Lucknow up to Class 8 will remain shut till 14 January. 3. According to the state government notice, online classes will be held for students in classes 9 through 12, and if classes cannot be held for any reason, a holiday will be declared until 11 January. Pre-board practical classes will be held from 10 am to 2 pm. 4. Recently, the state governments of Bihar and Jharkhand have also announced school holidays due to the ongoing cold wave. 5. Earlier, the Delhi DoE had announced winter vacation from January 1 to 15. “All government schools under the Directorate of Education will remain closed for winter vacation from January 1, 2023, to January 15, 2023,” DoE had said. "To revise the syllabus and to enhance the learning level and academic performance of the students, remedial classes will be held for classes 9 to 12. These classes will enable the students in revising the basic concepts of the subjects from the examination point of view," it added. Also Read: Severe cold wave sweeps north India, poor visibility due to fog delays many flights, 480 trains

Winter Vacation Extended: Private schools in Delhi to be closed till THIS date due to extreme cold & dense fog

<p>On Monday morning, fog engulfed Delhi, reducing visibility and bringing severe cold waves with it. Around 6 am, visibility in the area dropped to less than 25 metres, and vehicles were seen driving with their headlights on. To beat the cold, people were seen huddled around large bonfires near gas stations and on street corners. Several flights and trains have been delayed due to extremely heavy fog in the capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Due to very dense fog and low visibility on Monday, three flights were diverted to Jaipur instead of landing in Delhi. According to a Delhi airport official, two of the three flights that have been diverted are SpiceJet and one is Air India Express.</p>

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<p>"A total of 267 trains were cancelled today due to fog and other conditions. Till 11 am, a total of 170 trains were running late and out of 170 trains, 91 trains (54%) were running late due to weather conditions," the Railways said in a statement, according to news agency ANI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This morning's minimum temperature at the Safdarjung Observatory was 3.8 degrees Celsius, slightly higher than the 1.9 degrees recorded yesterday. Lodhi Road, Ayanagar, and Ridge weather stations recorded minimum temperatures of 3.6 degrees, 3.2 degrees, and 3.3 degrees, respectively.</p>

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<p>The India Meteorological Department tweeted a satellite image of the fog cover this morning, which extended from Punjab and northwest Rajasthan to Uttar Pradesh, covering Haryana and Delhi.&nbsp;The meteorological department predicted on Saturday that cold day conditions would persist over northwest India for the next two days.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">As per Satellite imagery and available visibility data fog layer extended from Punjab and adjoining northwest Rajasthan to Bihar across Haryana, Chandigarh &amp; Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. <a href="https://t.co/OGB3tEBNZR">pic.twitter.com/OGB3tEBNZR</a></p>
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<p>The cold wave in Delhi has been so intense that its minimum temperature is lower than that of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand hill stations.</p>

<p>Meteorologists attribute the prolonged cold spell to a large gap between two western disturbances. As a result, frosty winds from snow-covered mountains blew over Delhi for a longer period of time than usual. Due to the cold weather, the Delhi government has issued an advisory to all private schools, requesting that they remain closed until 15 January.&nbsp;</p>

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On Monday morning, fog engulfed Delhi, reducing visibility and bringing severe cold waves with it. Around 6 am, visibility in the area dropped to less than 25 metres, and vehicles were seen driving with their headlights on.

On Monday morning, fog engulfed Delhi, reducing visibility and bringing severe cold waves with it. Around 6 am, visibility in the area dropped to less than 25 metres, and vehicles were seen driving with their headlights on. To beat the cold, people were seen huddled around large bonfires near gas stations and on street corners. Several flights and trains have been delayed due to extremely heavy fog in the capital. Due to very dense fog and low visibility on Monday, three flights were diverted to Jaipur instead of landing in Delhi. According to a Delhi airport official, two of the three flights that have been diverted are SpiceJet and one is Air India Express. Also Read | Joshimath ground subsidence: PMO holds high-level meeting, officials told to assess situation on ground "A total of 267 trains were cancelled today due to fog and other conditions. Till 11 am, a total of 170 trains were running late and out of 170 trains, 91 trains (54%) were running late due to weather conditions," the Railways said in a statement, according to news agency ANI. This morning's minimum temperature at the Safdarjung Observatory was 3.8 degrees Celsius, slightly higher than the 1.9 degrees recorded yesterday. Lodhi Road, Ayanagar, and Ridge weather stations recorded minimum temperatures of 3.6 degrees, 3.2 degrees, and 3.3 degrees, respectively. Watch | WION Climate Tracker: Shorter and warmer winter is disrupting hibernation process × The India Meteorological Department tweeted a satellite image of the fog cover this morning, which extended from Punjab and northwest Rajasthan to Uttar Pradesh, covering Haryana and Delhi. The meteorological department predicted on Saturday that cold day conditions would persist over northwest India for the next two days. As per Satellite imagery and available visibility data fog layer extended from Punjab and adjoining northwest Rajasthan to Bihar across Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. pic.twitter.com/OGB3tEBNZR — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) January 9, 2023 × The cold wave in Delhi has been so intense that its minimum temperature is lower than that of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand hill stations. Meteorologists attribute the prolonged cold spell to a large gap between two western disturbances. As a result, frosty winds from snow-covered mountains blew over Delhi for a longer period of time than usual. Due to the cold weather, the Delhi government has issued an advisory to all private schools, requesting that they remain closed until 15 January. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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