The Yamuna river in Delhi saw a slight drop on Saturday (September 6), with its level at the Old Railway Bridge (Loha Pul) receding to 206.47 metres from the 207-metre mark recorded earlier. Despite this marginal dip, several parts of the national capital remain under water as the river continues to flow above the danger threshold. Drone visuals captured on Saturday revealed extensive flooding along the Yamuna banks, with large stretches of low-lying areas still submerged.&nbsp;For Delhi, the warning level stands at 204.50 metres, while 205.33 metres is considered the danger mark. Authorities begin evacuating residents once the water level breaches 206 metres. Earlier this week, the Yamuna surged to 207.41 metres — the third-highest level ever documented in the city — forcing thousands of people into relief camps.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/national-emblem-at-hazratbal-shrine-in-srinagar-escalates-into-heated-political-debate-security-beefed-up-1757148579080">National Emblem at Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar escalates into heated political debate, security beefed up</a><h2>See the drone video here:</h2>

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Floodwaters have inundated several areas, including the Civil Lines neighbourhood with its upscale residences, the busy Monastery Market, Kashmere Gate ISBT, and Yamuna Bazaar. Officials said the situation is under constant surveillance, with emergency services and departments are on alert. According to the flood control authorities, the Hathnikund barrage discharged 50,629 cusecs of water at 9am on Saturday, while the Wazirabad barrage released around 1,17,260 cusecs. These heavy inflows are driving the river’s swelling in the capital.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-breaks-silence-on-modi-trump-ties-after-potus-u-turn-on-america-lost-india-to-china-remark-1757140373958">Jaishankar breaks silence on Modi–Trump ties after POTUS's U-turn on America 'lost India to China' remark</a>&nbsp;Typically, water from upstream barrages takes nearly two days to reach Delhi, but even moderate releases are enough to keep the river hovering above the warning mark.<h2>Rainfall warning issued for Delhi</h2>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain and thunderstorms in the national capital on Saturday (September 6), with temperatures expected to range between a minimum of 24°C and a maximum of 34°C.

Yamuna river in Delhi above danger mark; several areas inundated

The Yamuna river in Delhi saw a slight drop on Saturday (September 6), with its level at the Old Railway Bridge (Loha Pul) receding to 206.47 metres from the 207-metre mark recorded earlier. Despite this marginal dip, several parts of the national capital remain under water as the river continues to flow above the danger threshold. Drone visuals captured on Saturday revealed extensive flooding along the Yamuna banks, with large stretches of low-lying areas still submerged. For Delhi, the warning level stands at 204.50 metres, while 205.33 metres is considered the danger mark. Authorities begin evacuating residents once the water level breaches 206 metres. Earlier this week, the Yamuna surged to 207.41 metres — the third-highest level ever documented in the city — forcing thousands of people into relief camps. Also Read: National Emblem at Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar escalates into heated political debate, security beefed up See the drone video here:

Yamuna river in Delhi dips slightly to 206.47m but stays above danger mark, leaving several areas flooded as barrage discharges keep waters high

Heavy rain lashed down in Delhi and the adjoining national capital area on Wednesday (July 9), triggering waterlogging issues in several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for the national capital. It further said that moderate rainfall, along with light thunderstorms, and lightning is very likely to occur in entire Delhi and NCR areas.&nbsp;The capital's maximum temperature is likely to be at 35 degrees Celsius while the minimum temperature is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department had predicted light to moderate rain on Wednesday (July 9) and has also issued orange alert. There is also a possibility of thunder, lightning and intermittent rain.&nbsp;As per the India Meteorological Department, there may be heavy rain near Loni Dehat, Hindon AF Station, Ghaziabad, Indirapuram, Chhapraula, Noida, Dadri, Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh in the next few hours.&nbsp;East-moving cloud clusters are likely to lead to moderate rain in the majority of locations, with isolated patches experiencing heavy showers over the next two hours. Light to moderate showers are already in underway in the eastern parts of Delhi, and the situation is likely to worsen. In addition, the IMD has requested that residents observe all traffic advisories given by local authorities and refrain from traveling unless it is unavoidable. Individuals must remain indoors, ensure all windows and doors are firmly shut, and find safe cover until weather conditions get better. Seeking shelter under trees during heavy rain is highly discouraged because it can put them in danger of injury.

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Meanwhile, in a post on X, airline company SpiceJet issued an advisory for its passengers. It said, “#WeatherUpdate: Due to bad weather in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may get affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status.”

WATCH-Heavy rains lash Delhi-NCR; IMD issues orange alert

Heavy rain lashed down in Delhi and the adjoining national capital area on Wednesday (July 9), triggering waterlogging issues in several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for the national capital. It further said that moderate rainfall, along with light thunderstorms, and lightning is very likely to occur in entire Delhi and NCR areas. The capital's maximum temperature is likely to be at 35 degrees Celsius while the minimum temperature is expected to be around 24 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department had predicted light to moderate rain on Wednesday (July 9) and has also issued orange alert. There is also a possibility of thunder, lightning and intermittent rain. As per the India Meteorological Department, there may be heavy rain near Loni Dehat, Hindon AF Station, Ghaziabad, Indirapuram, Chhapraula, Noida, Dadri, Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh in the next few hours. East-moving cloud clusters are likely to lead to moderate rain in the majority of locations, with isolated patches experiencing heavy showers over the next two hours. Light to moderate showers are already in underway in the eastern parts of Delhi, and the situation is likely to worsen. In addition, the IMD has requested that residents observe all traffic advisories given by local authorities and refrain from traveling unless it is unavoidable. Individuals must remain indoors, ensure all windows and doors are firmly shut, and find safe cover until weather conditions get better. Seeking shelter under trees during heavy rain is highly discouraged because it can put them in danger of injury.

The IMD had predicted light to moderate rain on Wednesday (July 9) and has also issued orange alert. There is also a possibility of thunder, lightning and intermittent rain

After a prolonged dry spell, Delhi and nearby regions experienced continuous rainfall accompanied by gusty winds and light thunderstorms on Monday morning (July 7, 2025) bringing much-needed respite. Following the unprecedented rain, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange alert' for Delhi-NCR and warned of heavy rainfall throughout the day, according to a report in India Today.The weather department confirmed that the axis of the monsoon has shifted northward, creating favourable conditions for at least two more rain spells over the next four days. Previously, the metrological department had issued a 'yellow alert' for Delhi, but later, it updated to an 'orange alert' as it has predicted light rainfall throughout this week, until July 12.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/delhi-s-artificial-rain-what-s-the-real-cost-of-a-manufactured-monsoon-1751325936838">Delhi’s artificial rain: What’s the real cost of a manufactured monsoon?</a>In addition, IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall along with light thunderstorms and lightning (30-40 Km/h gusty winds) is expected to continue at the entire Delhi and NCR during the next 2 hours. &nbsp;Meanwhile, the national capital experienced its continued remarkable improvement in the air quality on Sunday, resulting in the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the ‘satisfactory’ level for the 11th consecutive day. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) confirmed the AQI remaining at 76 at 4 pm on Sunday.<h3>IMD issues high-alert warning for Northwest region</h3>Additionally, a high-alert weather warning for Northwest India, forecasting widespread heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across multiple states was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is anticipated that Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, while eastern Rajasthan and isolated areas in Uttar Pradesh may see intense downpours.Similarly, the IMD also predicted heavy to very heavy rain, with the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations in Himachal Pradesh. Intense showers in parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand are expected to persist over the coming days.&nbsp;

The IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall along with light thunderstorms and lightning (30-40 Km/h gusty winds) is expected to continue at the entire Delhi and NCR during the next 2 hours.   

After a prolonged dry spell, Delhi and nearby regions experienced continuous rainfall accompanied by gusty winds and light thunderstorms on Monday morning (July 7, 2025) bringing much-needed respite. Following the unprecedented rain, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange alert' for Delhi-NCR and warned of heavy rainfall throughout the day, according to a report in India Today. The weather department confirmed that the axis of the monsoon has shifted northward, creating favourable conditions for at least two more rain spells over the next four days. Previously, the metrological department had issued a 'yellow alert' for Delhi, but later, it updated to an 'orange alert' as it has predicted light rainfall throughout this week, until July 12. Also read: Delhi’s artificial rain: What’s the real cost of a manufactured monsoon? In addition, IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall along with light thunderstorms and lightning (30-40 Km/h gusty winds) is expected to continue at the entire Delhi and NCR during the next 2 hours. Meanwhile, the national capital experienced its continued remarkable improvement in the air quality on Sunday, resulting in the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the ‘satisfactory’ level for the 11th consecutive day. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) confirmed the AQI remaining at 76 at 4 pm on Sunday. IMD issues high-alert warning for Northwest region Additionally, a high-alert weather warning for Northwest India, forecasting widespread heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across multiple states was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is anticipated that Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, while eastern Rajasthan and isolated areas in Uttar Pradesh may see intense downpours. Similarly, the IMD also predicted heavy to very heavy rain, with the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations in Himachal Pradesh. Intense showers in parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand are expected to persist over the coming days.

The IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall along with light thunderstorms and lightning (30-40 Km/h gusty winds) is expected to continue at the entire Delhi and NCR during the next 2 hours. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Delhi rain: IMD issues 'Orange' alert as heavy showers lash NCR after dry spell

As North India grapples with the cold wave, Delhi residents experienced another foggy morning on January 3. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the fog has taken over vast areas of North India, and there are no signs of the cold wave letting up.

As North India grapples with the cold wave, Delhi residents experienced another foggy morning on January 3. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the fog has taken over vast areas of North India, and there are no signs of the cold wave letting up. According to the IMD forecast bulletin, some parts of Punjab and Haryana will continue to face dense to very dense fog conditions on nights and mornings from January 3 to January 5. Some parts of Rajasthan will have a similar foggy situation for two days. Moreover, isolated pockets of Madhya Pradesh will have dense to very dense fog conditions on January 3. Meanwhile, dense fog conditions might prevail in some regions of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand for the coming week. Other North, Northwestern and Northeastern states will witness dense fog conditions for the next few days. ALSO READ | 12 dead, 30 injured in head-on collision between bus and truck in Assam; PM Modi announces relief for victims The IMD forecast also stated that the cold wave will continue to grip some parts of Punjab and Haryana. Cold wave conditions might improve for Rajasthan after January 4 and Uttar Pradesh after January 3. IMD observed 'very dense fog' in isolated pockets of East Uttar Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. As a severe cold wave grips North India, train and vehicular traffic have been affected. In Delhi, Indian Railways delayed at least 26 trains due to the fog. The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 8.3 degrees Celsius on January 2, and the maximum temperature recorded was 17.2 degrees Celsius. Delhi also witnessed chilly winds on the morning of January 3. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the Air Quality Index was recorded at 346 in Delhi at 6.30 am IST, indicating the 'very bad' category. Furthermore, Dal Lake in Kashmir's Srinagar has frozen. On Tuesday, Pahalgam in Kashmir recorded a minimum temperature of minus 6.2 degrees Celsius. Amid the cold wave in North India, IMD has also predicted rainfall in certain states. South Tamil Nadu, south Kerala, and Lakshadweep might witness light to moderate showers at some places during the next two to three days "under the influence of easterly wave and the above Low-Pressure Area." Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh might have light isolated rainfall between January 3 to January 8. Moreover, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha might witness light isolated rainfall between January 3 and January 5. (With inputs from agencies)

India Weather Update: Dense fog continues to blanket Delhi; North India grapples with cold wave

India's national capital Delhi is bracing for the smog in winters in coming two months, and considering this CM Arvind Kejriwal has come up with a 15 points plan to deal with air pollution. Kejriwal said 13 hotspots have been identified across the city where pollution level is high and an action plan is made for each. Thirteen special teams have been also formed.&nbsp;

Some of the hotspots are Anand Vihar, Wazirabad, Vivek Vihar, Wazirpur, Ashok Vihar, Dwarka, Jahangirpuri, Rohini, Bawana, Narela, and Mundka.&nbsp;

<h2>Delhi's winter action plan</h2>

Last year bio-decomposer was used to prevent stubble burning in 4400 acres, this year it will be used more widely, the CM said.

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Bio-decomposer, developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), is a microbial solution that can turn paddy straw into manure in 15-20 days.

"To reduce dust pollution, 591 teams have been formed to monitor construction sites. Sites more than 500 square metres will have to register on the web portal and it will be mandatory for sites more than 5000 square metres to install anti-smog guns," the chief minister added.

<h2>Vehicle pollution to be measured</h2>

To curb pollution caused by petrol and diesel vehicles, 385 teams have been formed which will operate 530 water sprinkling vehicles and 258 anti-smog guns on the roads in winter.

Pollution related complaints can be made on the Green Delhi app and about 70,000 complaints have been filed already, of which 90 per cent have been dealt with, Kejriwal added. A website has also been created to track the real-time pollution levels.

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At a press conference, CM stressed on the ban on firecrackers in the national capital and said the Delhi government was collaborating with neighbouring states to reduce the levels of pollution.

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India's national capital Delhi is bracing for the smog in winters in coming two months, and considering this CM Arvind Kejriwal has come up with a 15 points plan to deal with air pollution.

India's national capital Delhi is bracing for the smog in winters in coming two months, and considering this CM Arvind Kejriwal has come up with a 15 points plan to deal with air pollution. Kejriwal said 13 hotspots have been identified across the city where pollution level is high and an action plan is made for each. Thirteen special teams have been also formed. Some of the hotspots are Anand Vihar, Wazirabad, Vivek Vihar, Wazirpur, Ashok Vihar, Dwarka, Jahangirpuri, Rohini, Bawana, Narela, and Mundka. Delhi's winter action plan Last year bio-decomposer was used to prevent stubble burning in 4400 acres, this year it will be used more widely, the CM said. Also read: Doctors in Punjab remove earphones, screws and other objects from man’s stomach Bio-decomposer, developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), is a microbial solution that can turn paddy straw into manure in 15-20 days. "To reduce dust pollution, 591 teams have been formed to monitor construction sites. Sites more than 500 square metres will have to register on the web portal and it will be mandatory for sites more than 5000 square metres to install anti-smog guns," the chief minister added. Vehicle pollution to be measured To curb pollution caused by petrol and diesel vehicles, 385 teams have been formed which will operate 530 water sprinkling vehicles and 258 anti-smog guns on the roads in winter. Pollution related complaints can be made on the Green Delhi app and about 70,000 complaints have been filed already, of which 90 per cent have been dealt with, Kejriwal added. A website has also been created to track the real-time pollution levels. Watch: Decoding India's rise in global innovation index × Ban on firecrackers At a press conference, CM stressed on the ban on firecrackers in the national capital and said the Delhi government was collaborating with neighbouring states to reduce the levels of pollution. “An E-waste park has been made in the Holambi Kalan area. It is our appeal to the people coming from nearby states to take steps to stop pollution. Industries in the surrounding areas of Delhi should shift to PNG. Zig-zag technique should be taught in brick kilns to control pollution,” he further said. Kejriwal also advised industries in neighbouring states to switch to Piped Natural Gas (PNG). WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Delhi air pollution: CM Arvind Kejriwal drafts 15-point winter action plan

The national capital and NCR region are expected to continue experiencing cool and wet conditions for the next two-three days, though the rainfall activity might reduce.&nbsp;Delhi, on May 3, witnessed heavy rainfall making it the wettest day of the year 2023 so far with the rain exceeding the usual fall.

On Thursday (May 4), the maximum and minimum temperatures might&nbsp;vary between 17 degrees and 32 degrees Celsius respectively. The air quality also deteriorated from satisfactory to moderate. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said the rain activity is likely to reduce, said a TOI report.

The weather department said an AQI between zero and 50 is considered to be "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 as "severe".

IMD weather scientist Kuldeep Srivastav said, "There is a strong western disturbance trough over the western Himalayas and an cyclonic circulation over north-east Rajasthan and adjoining southern Haryana. This weather system covers entire Delhi-NCR, so the region saw consistent rain. The activity will pacify and Thursday may see drizzle or very light rain at one&nbsp;or two places, though the sky will remain unclear. The maximum temperature will rise."

Delhi on Wednesday&nbsp;witnessed bright clear skies for some time after a wet start to the week, although later in the evening there was widespread heavy rainfall throughout the capital with its base station Safdarjung recording 20.99mm in nine hours, the highest this year, surpassing January 30, 2023 record.&nbsp;

So far, the city has recorded 36.9mm of rain in the first three days of May, exceeding the month's usual rainfall.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, several areas&nbsp;like Palam recorded 11.8mm, Lodhi Road recorded 24.6mm, Ridge area recorded 14.6mm, Ayangar recorded 13.8mm, Mayur Vihar recorded 8mm and Pitampura recorded 55.5mm of rainfall respectively.&nbsp;

Lajpat Nagar, Sarai Kale Khan, Mehrauli Badarpur Road, Pul Prahladpur underpass and Zakhir witnessed waterlogging&nbsp;on roads.

The maximum temperature recorded was 30.6 degrees Celsius, nine notches below the usual, while the minimum temperature was clocked at 20.1 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal.&nbsp;

The wet and stormy weather caused flights from Mumbai to be diverted to Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

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The national capital and NCR region are expected to continue experiencing cool and wet conditions for the next two-three days, though the rainfall activity might reduce.

The national capital and NCR region are expected to continue experiencing cool and wet conditions for the next two-three days, though the rainfall activity might reduce. Delhi, on May 3, witnessed heavy rainfall making it the wettest day of the year 2023 so far with the rain exceeding the usual fall. On Thursday (May 4), the maximum and minimum temperatures might vary between 17 degrees and 32 degrees Celsius respectively. The air quality also deteriorated from satisfactory to moderate. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said the rain activity is likely to reduce, said a TOI report. The weather department said an AQI between zero and 50 is considered to be "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 as "severe". IMD weather scientist Kuldeep Srivastav said, "There is a strong western disturbance trough over the western Himalayas and an cyclonic circulation over north-east Rajasthan and adjoining southern Haryana. This weather system covers entire Delhi-NCR, so the region saw consistent rain. The activity will pacify and Thursday may see drizzle or very light rain at one or two places, though the sky will remain unclear. The maximum temperature will rise." Delhi on Wednesday witnessed bright clear skies for some time after a wet start to the week, although later in the evening there was widespread heavy rainfall throughout the capital with its base station Safdarjung recording 20.99mm in nine hours, the highest this year, surpassing January 30, 2023 record. So far, the city has recorded 36.9mm of rain in the first three days of May, exceeding the month's usual rainfall. On Wednesday, several areas like Palam recorded 11.8mm, Lodhi Road recorded 24.6mm, Ridge area recorded 14.6mm, Ayangar recorded 13.8mm, Mayur Vihar recorded 8mm and Pitampura recorded 55.5mm of rainfall respectively. Lajpat Nagar, Sarai Kale Khan, Mehrauli Badarpur Road, Pul Prahladpur underpass and Zakhir witnessed waterlogging on roads. The maximum temperature recorded was 30.6 degrees Celsius, nine notches below the usual, while the minimum temperature was clocked at 20.1 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal. The wet and stormy weather caused flights from Mumbai to be diverted to Ahmedabad. (With inputs from agencies) 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.

Delhi weather update: Wettest day of 2023; rain activity to reduce, temperature likely to rise

The national capital witnessed heavy rainfall on Friday morning and several parts of Delhi also saw waterlogging due to continuous rain showers. According to the weather forecast by Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) New Delhi, “Light intensity rain/drizzle would occur over and adjoining areas of Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Rajaund, Assandh, Safidon, Gohana, Rohtak, Mahendargarh, Rewari, Narnaul, Kosli, Bawal (Haryana) Saharanpur, Gangoh, Deoband, Nazibabad, Shamli”.&nbsp;

The weather on Friday morning in Delhi was relatively chilly and people woke up to cloudy weather. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued an orange alert, predicting heavy rainfall, in the national capital.

"Generally cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain/ thundershowers accompanied with gusty winds (speed 30-40 kph) and hail," the IMD said in its forecast for Delhi on Friday.

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According to airport authorities, at least 22 domestic flights were diverted from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi till 8 pm on March 30 due to unexpected weather conditions.&nbsp;

In the wake of the rainfall alert, the Delhi airport issued an advisory on Thursday evening, “Due to bad weather, flight operations at Delhi airport are affected. Passengers are requested to get in touch with the airline concerned for update flight information".

<h2>Other Indian states on IMD alert today</h2>

Jammu and Kashmir: Poonch, Reasi, Ramban, Kathua, Kishtwar, Samba, Mirpur and Jammu

Haryana: Fatehabad, Bhiwani, Mahendragarh, Sonipat, Jhajjar, Panipat, Jind, Gurgaon

Punjab: Fazilka, Bathinda, Mansa, Muktsar, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Pathankot, Barnala

Himachal Pradesh: Chamba, Kangra, Una, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una, Hamirpur, Sirmaur, Bilaspur

Uttarakhand: Pauri, Garhwal, Udham Singh Nagar, Haridwar, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Nainital

Madhya Pradesh: Neemuch, Ratlam, Ujjain, Shajapur, Ratlam, Shivpuri, Bhind, Shivpuri

Uttar Pradesh: Pratapgarh, Lalitpur, Prayagraj, Hamirpur, Bijnor, Moradabad, Balrampur, Mahoba, Badaun, Mirzapur, Aligarh

Bihar: Gaya, Begusarai, Patna, Buxar, Aurangabad, Rohtas, Begusarai

West Bengal: Birbhum, Purulia, Paschim Medinipur, South 24 Parganas, Jhargam, North 24 Parganas

Tamil Nadu on yellow alert: Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Virudhunagar, Thirunevelli, Namakkal, Krishnagiri, Kanyakurmari, Vellore

Assam: Kokrajhar, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrupa rural, West Karbi, Cachar, Barpeta

Meghalaya: West Garo Hills, South West Garo Hills, South Garo Hills, South West Khasi Hills, Ri Bhoi, East Khasi Hill

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 16.2 degrees Celsius and partly cloudy skies during the day. The maximum temperature settled at 33.6 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature is predicted to drop by three to four degrees Celsius over the next three days

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The national capital witnessed heavy rainfall on Friday morning and several parts of Delhi also saw waterlogging due to continuous rain showers. According to the weather forecast by Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) New Delhi, “Light intensity rain/drizzle would occur over and adjoining areas of Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Rajaund, Assandh, Safidon, Gohana, Rohtak, Mahendargarh, Rewari, Narnaul, Kosli, Bawal (Haryana) Saharanpur, Gangoh, Deoband, Nazibabad, Shamli”.

The national capital witnessed heavy rainfall on Friday morning and several parts of Delhi also saw waterlogging due to continuous rain showers. According to the weather forecast by Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) New Delhi, “Light intensity rain/drizzle would occur over and adjoining areas of Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Rajaund, Assandh, Safidon, Gohana, Rohtak, Mahendargarh, Rewari, Narnaul, Kosli, Bawal (Haryana) Saharanpur, Gangoh, Deoband, Nazibabad, Shamli”. The weather on Friday morning in Delhi was relatively chilly and people woke up to cloudy weather. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued an orange alert, predicting heavy rainfall, in the national capital. "Generally cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain/ thundershowers accompanied with gusty winds (speed 30-40 kph) and hail," the IMD said in its forecast for Delhi on Friday. Also Read | What does India look like from space? ISRO's new satellite images have the answer According to airport authorities, at least 22 domestic flights were diverted from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi till 8 pm on March 30 due to unexpected weather conditions. In the wake of the rainfall alert, the Delhi airport issued an advisory on Thursday evening, “Due to bad weather, flight operations at Delhi airport are affected. Passengers are requested to get in touch with the airline concerned for update flight information". Other Indian states on IMD alert today Jammu and Kashmir: Poonch, Reasi, Ramban, Kathua, Kishtwar, Samba, Mirpur and Jammu Haryana: Fatehabad, Bhiwani, Mahendragarh, Sonipat, Jhajjar, Panipat, Jind, Gurgaon Punjab: Fazilka, Bathinda, Mansa, Muktsar, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Pathankot, Barnala Himachal Pradesh: Chamba, Kangra, Una, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una, Hamirpur, Sirmaur, Bilaspur Uttarakhand: Pauri, Garhwal, Udham Singh Nagar, Haridwar, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Nainital Madhya Pradesh: Neemuch, Ratlam, Ujjain, Shajapur, Ratlam, Shivpuri, Bhind, Shivpuri Uttar Pradesh: Pratapgarh, Lalitpur, Prayagraj, Hamirpur, Bijnor, Moradabad, Balrampur, Mahoba, Badaun, Mirzapur, Aligarh Bihar: Gaya, Begusarai, Patna, Buxar, Aurangabad, Rohtas, Begusarai West Bengal: Birbhum, Purulia, Paschim Medinipur, South 24 Parganas, Jhargam, North 24 Parganas Tamil Nadu on yellow alert: Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Virudhunagar, Thirunevelli, Namakkal, Krishnagiri, Kanyakurmari, Vellore Assam: Kokrajhar, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrupa rural, West Karbi, Cachar, Barpeta Meghalaya: West Garo Hills, South West Garo Hills, South Garo Hills, South West Khasi Hills, Ri Bhoi, East Khasi Hill Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 16.2 degrees Celsius and partly cloudy skies during the day. The maximum temperature settled at 33.6 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature is predicted to drop by three to four degrees Celsius over the next three days 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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Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been struggling in IPL 2021. Both teams find themselves at the bottom of the points table. However, one of these two teams will have a shot to return to winning ways as they will clash against each other at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi in the first match of the doubleheader Sunday.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-rajasthan-royals-and-sunrisers-hyderabad-will-lock-antlers-to-circumvent-wooden-spoon-382102" hreflang="en">IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will lock antlers to circumvent wooden spoon</a>

Rajasthan Royals will be looking to redeem themselves after suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of Mumbai Indians. Skipper Sanju Samson has found some form in few matches. However, Rajasthan Royals have to rethink their batting order as they failed to use their resources in the lineup wisely and settled for a modest score despite not losing many wickets. Chris Morris, IPL's most expensive buy, is yet to leave an impact for the Royals. The team are placed on the seventh spot after two wins in six matches.&nbsp;

Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, axed their long-time skipper David Warner and made Kiwi batsman Kane Williamson the captain for the remainder of the season. SRH are the bottom-most team in the IPL points table with just one win out of six games. The SRH franchise also confirmed a change in their overseas combination on the eve of their match against Rajasthan Royals.

<h2>PITCH REPORT:&nbsp;</h2>

The pitch will be on the slower side at the start but will become better to bat on as the game progresses. Teams will want to chase on this ground. A 180+ score will be the ideal target for the team batting first.&nbsp;

<h2>WEATHER PREDICTIONS:</h2>

A hot and humid day for Delhi as the temperature will go as high as 38-degree Celsius and the lowest being 27-degree Celsius with humidity of 10%. The skies will be partially clouded, however, no signs of rain with a precipitation of 10 per cent.&nbsp;

<h2>Head-to-Head</h2>

There isn't a lot of contrast between the two teams with regards to their record against one another in past meets. Among 13 matches in which these groups have conflicted in IPL, 6 have been won by Rajasthan Royals while SRH have won the rest 7 games. These different sides met in IPL 2013 eliminator where Rajasthan enlisted a 4-wicket triumph.

Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been struggling in IPL 2021. Both teams find themselves at the bottom of the points table. However, one of these two teams will have a shot to return to winning ways as they will clash against each other at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi in the first match of the doubleheader Sunday.

Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been struggling in IPL 2021. Both teams find themselves at the bottom of the points table. However, one of these two teams will have a shot to return to winning ways as they will clash against each other at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi in the first match of the doubleheader Sunday. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will lock antlers to circumvent wooden spoon Rajasthan Royals will be looking to redeem themselves after suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of Mumbai Indians. Skipper Sanju Samson has found some form in few matches. However, Rajasthan Royals have to rethink their batting order as they failed to use their resources in the lineup wisely and settled for a modest score despite not losing many wickets. Chris Morris, IPL's most expensive buy, is yet to leave an impact for the Royals. The team are placed on the seventh spot after two wins in six matches. Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, axed their long-time skipper David Warner and made Kiwi batsman Kane Williamson the captain for the remainder of the season. SRH are the bottom-most team in the IPL points table with just one win out of six games. The SRH franchise also confirmed a change in their overseas combination on the eve of their match against Rajasthan Royals. PITCH REPORT: The pitch will be on the slower side at the start but will become better to bat on as the game progresses. Teams will want to chase on this ground. A 180+ score will be the ideal target for the team batting first. WEATHER PREDICTIONS: A hot and humid day for Delhi as the temperature will go as high as 38-degree Celsius and the lowest being 27-degree Celsius with humidity of 10%. The skies will be partially clouded, however, no signs of rain with a precipitation of 10 per cent. Head-to-Head There isn't a lot of contrast between the two teams with regards to their record against one another in past meets. Among 13 matches in which these groups have conflicted in IPL, 6 have been won by Rajasthan Royals while SRH have won the rest 7 games. These different sides met in IPL 2013 eliminator where Rajasthan enlisted a 4-wicket triumph.

RR vs SRH, IPL 2021: Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch report, Delhi weather forecast, Head-to-head stats - All you need to know

Delhi and its surrounding national capital region (NCR) woke up to yet another cold day on Saturday with dense <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-air-quality-plunges-to-very-poor-category-light-rains-expected-today-273896">fog engulfing</a> several areas across the national capital. 
 
The fog triggered traffic snarls at several places across the city in the wee hours today. 
 
The minimum temperature recorded in Delhi today was 8.4 degrees Celsius. IMD has predicted dense fog for the city on January 19 and moderate fog for January 20.

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Dense to very dense fog observed (0530hrs of Jan, 18) in some pockets over East U P in isolated pockets over Haryana, Chandigarh &amp; Delhi and West U P and dense fog in some pockets over Punjab; in isolated pockets over Madhya Pradesh, north Chhattisgarh and coastal Odisha.
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"Dense to very dense fog observed (0530hrs of Jan, 18) in some pockets over East UP in isolated pockets over Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi and West UP and dense fog in some pockets over Punjab; in isolated pockets over Madhya Pradesh, north Chhattisgarh, and coastal Odisha," the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-10-including-five-soldiers-killed-in-kashmir-avalanche-274280">India Meteorological Department</a> (IMD) tweeted. 
 
According to IMD, a fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region and plains of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/dense-fog-engulfs-up-wb-odisha-parts-of-northeast-imd-272502">northwest India</a> from January 20. Under its influence, scattered to fairly widespread rain and snow is likely over the western Himalayan region during January 20-21. 
 
The weather agency has predicted dense to very dense fog in some pockets over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and west Madhya Pradesh and dense fog in isolated pockets over Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, west Rajasthan Odisha, and east Madhya Pradesh during next 24 hours.

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"Cold wave conditions very likely in some pockets over Saurashtra and Kutch and in isolated pockets over Madhya Maharashtra during the next 24 hours," IMD said adding that cold day conditions are very likely in some pockets over Saurashtra and Kutch and isolated pockets over Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.

Delhi and its surrounding national capital region (NCR) woke up to yet another cold day on Saturday with dense fog engulfing several areas across the national capital.

Delhi and its surrounding national capital region (NCR) woke up to yet another cold day on Saturday with dense fog engulfing several areas across the national capital. The fog triggered traffic snarls at several places across the city in the wee hours today. The minimum temperature recorded in Delhi today was 8.4 degrees Celsius. IMD has predicted dense fog for the city on January 19 and moderate fog for January 20. Dense to very dense fog observed (0530hrs of Jan, 18) in some pockets over East U P in isolated pockets over Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi and West U P and dense fog in some pockets over Punjab; in isolated pockets over Madhya Pradesh, north Chhattisgarh and coastal Odisha. — India Met. Dept. (@Indiametdept) January 18, 2020 × "Dense to very dense fog observed (0530hrs of Jan, 18) in some pockets over East UP in isolated pockets over Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi and West UP and dense fog in some pockets over Punjab; in isolated pockets over Madhya Pradesh, north Chhattisgarh, and coastal Odisha," the India Meteorological Department (IMD) tweeted. According to IMD, a fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region and plains of northwest India from January 20. Under its influence, scattered to fairly widespread rain and snow is likely over the western Himalayan region during January 20-21. The weather agency has predicted dense to very dense fog in some pockets over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and west Madhya Pradesh and dense fog in isolated pockets over Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, west Rajasthan Odisha, and east Madhya Pradesh during next 24 hours. pic.twitter.com/qwvOtGyZMN — India Met. Dept. (@Indiametdept) January 18, 2020 × "Cold wave conditions very likely in some pockets over Saurashtra and Kutch and in isolated pockets over Madhya Maharashtra during the next 24 hours," IMD said adding that cold day conditions are very likely in some pockets over Saurashtra and Kutch and isolated pockets over Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.

Another cold day in Delhi with minimum temperature of 8.4 degree Celsius

On the arrival of 2020, the residents of Delhi will get some relief from severe cold weather as the minimum temperature is likely to rise few notches on January 1. &nbsp;

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast a rise of 2 degrees in the minimum temperature along with light rains on the first day of 2020 in the national capital. &nbsp;

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The minimum temperature recorded today so far is 3 degrees Celsius in Delhi and severe cold conditions are likely to continue today. Isolated places in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar will continue to face intense cold today.&nbsp;

In pics:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/cold-wave-low-visibility-grips-delhi-ncr-270991">As Delhi's winter gives hill stations a fight, here's a look at capital city's woes</a>

The IMD also said that dense to very dense fog were observed in East Uttar Pradesh and many places in Bihar.&nbsp;

In the next two-three days, minimum temperatures will fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius in parts of east India, the weather agency predicted. It also said that there will be no significant change in the minimum temperature in the rest of the country in the next few days.&nbsp;

On the arrival of 2020, the residents of Delhi will get some relief from severe cold weather as the minimum temperature is likely to rise few notches on January 1.

On the arrival of 2020, the residents of Delhi will get some relief from severe cold weather as the minimum temperature is likely to rise few notches on January 1. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast a rise of 2 degrees in the minimum temperature along with light rains on the first day of 2020 in the national capital. Also read: Severe cold continues in Delhi; dense fog hampers visibility The minimum temperature recorded today so far is 3 degrees Celsius in Delhi and severe cold conditions are likely to continue today. Isolated places in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar will continue to face intense cold today. In pics: As Delhi's winter gives hill stations a fight, here's a look at capital city's woes The IMD also said that dense to very dense fog were observed in East Uttar Pradesh and many places in Bihar. In the next two-three days, minimum temperatures will fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius in parts of east India, the weather agency predicted. It also said that there will be no significant change in the minimum temperature in the rest of the country in the next few days.

Delhi likely to welcome New year with light rains

The national capital once again woke up in severe cold after it was reported that minimum temperature in Delhi reached <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-continues-to-shiver-in-cold-wave-270806">2.5 degrees Celsius </a>yesterday.&nbsp;

"Today in most of the places in Delhi-NCR, the temperature was between three to two degrees Celsius. As compared to yesterday, the minimum temperatures have slightly increased in most of the places. Yesterday, there were severe cold wave conditions but today it was only cold wave condition since morning," Kuldeep Srivastava, head of the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) regional forecasting centre said.

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Though the minimum temperature of Delhi was slightly higher than yesterday morning, still visibility touched a new low as streets were engulfed with dense fog. On Sunday, the minimum temperature was 2.5 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;

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Srivastava, however, added that residents of Delhi will get some respite from cold from tomorrow as the minimum temperature is expected to increase due to a change in the wind speed.&nbsp;

The reduction in minimum temperature also affects air quality and Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 448 at 9:38 am, which falls under the severe zone.&nbsp;

An AQI between 0-50 is regarded as good , 51-100 satisfactory, 101-200 moderate, 201-300 poor, 301-400 very poor, and 401-500 severe. Above 500 falls under the severe-plus emergency category.

Nearly 30 trains are running late because of the cold weather and dense fog&nbsp;in the North Indian region. Normal operations of the flight services have also been suspended from the Delhi airport due to poor visibility.&nbsp;

Delhi is witnessing its coldest winter season, so far, as per the officials.

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The national capital once again woke up in severe cold after it was reported that minimum temperature in Delhi reached 2.5 degrees Celsius yesterday. "Today in most of the places in Delhi-NCR, the temperature was between three to two degrees Celsius.

The national capital once again woke up in severe cold after it was reported that minimum temperature in Delhi reached 2.5 degrees Celsius yesterday. "Today in most of the places in Delhi-NCR, the temperature was between three to two degrees Celsius. As compared to yesterday, the minimum temperatures have slightly increased in most of the places. Yesterday, there were severe cold wave conditions but today it was only cold wave condition since morning," Kuldeep Srivastava, head of the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) regional forecasting centre said. Low visibility in Ghaziabad due to fog, cold wave continues pic.twitter.com/aVi8XeGwwZ — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) December 30, 2019 × Though the minimum temperature of Delhi was slightly higher than yesterday morning, still visibility touched a new low as streets were engulfed with dense fog. On Sunday, the minimum temperature was 2.5 degrees Celsius. #UPDATE latest temperature(minimum) figures: Safdarjung at 2.6 degrees and Palam at 2.9 degrees. #Delhi pic.twitter.com/3r9uk0F1dU — ANI (@ANI) December 30, 2019 × Srivastava, however, added that residents of Delhi will get some respite from cold from tomorrow as the minimum temperature is expected to increase due to a change in the wind speed. The reduction in minimum temperature also affects air quality and Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 448 at 9:38 am, which falls under the severe zone. An AQI between 0-50 is regarded as good , 51-100 satisfactory, 101-200 moderate, 201-300 poor, 301-400 very poor, and 401-500 severe. Above 500 falls under the severe-plus emergency category. Nearly 30 trains are running late because of the cold weather and dense fog in the North Indian region. Normal operations of the flight services have also been suspended from the Delhi airport due to poor visibility. Delhi is witnessing its coldest winter season, so far, as per the officials. (with inputs from agencies)

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