The first half of January 2025 is predicted to witness significant weather activity across north India, because of the influence of an active western disturbance. As per the India Meteorological Department, a fresh disturbance is expected to hit northwest India from January 10 to January 12 and will likely bring more rain and snowfall. Meanwhile, it is forecast that light rain will occur in the Delhi/NCR region today.

North India grapples with freezing temperature

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<p>The Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Monday (23 Dec), woke up to a chilly morning with drizzle, waving&nbsp;a signal to the beginning&nbsp;of frigid winter days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the coming five days for rain, dense fog, and a dip in temperatures. "The coming days will bring challenges for Delhi residents as dense fog and biting cold combine with deteriorating air quality," said an IMD official.</p>

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<p><strong>&gt;</strong> According to the latest update at 5:30 am IST (12:00 am GMT), the temperature fluttered at 8 degrees Celsius, and humidity stayed at 97 per cent with no wind activity recorded. Residents are advised to stay cautious during foggy conditions.</p>

<p><strong>&gt;</strong> Heavy fog persists across Delhi-NCR</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>Cyclone conditions in the South Bay of Bengal, a western disturbance, and snowfall in the northern hills of India are the reasons for temperatures to fall.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>IMD has further advised people to&nbsp;keep themselves warm.</p>

<p>ANI shared visuals of some areas in Delhi showing the present winter conditions.</p>

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<h2><strong>AQI levels soar high</strong></h2>

<p>The national capital's air quality on Sunday (22 Dec) soared to&nbsp;a high of&nbsp;409,&nbsp;24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) or&nbsp;'severe' level, said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).</p>

<p>In some areas, AQI levels were recorded at 474, indicating dangerously high PM 2.5 levels.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-delhis-aqi-remains-very-severe-imd-predicts-light-rain-dense-fog-in-coming-days-785943">India: Delhi’s AQI remains 'very severe'; IMD predicts light rain, dense fog in coming days</a></strong></p>

<h2>AQI chart:</h2>

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	<li>0-50: Good</li>
	<li>51-100: Satisfactory</li>
	<li>101-200: Moderate</li>
	<li>201-300: Poor</li>
	<li>301-400: Very Poor</li>
	<li>401-500: Severe</li>
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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India: Northern States Face Severe Cold Wave Conditions | World News | WION Dispatch</strong></p>

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<p>With this, Delhi people are all prepped up for freezing winters and awful AQI days; life in the capital remains a challenge.&nbsp;<br />
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The Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Monday (23 Dec), woke up to a chilly morning with drizzle, waving a signal to the beginning of frigid winter days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the coming five days for rain, dense fog, and a dip in temperatures.

The Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Monday (23 Dec), woke up to a chilly morning with drizzle, waving a signal to the beginning of frigid winter days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the coming five days for rain, dense fog, and a dip in temperatures. "The coming days will bring challenges for Delhi residents as dense fog and biting cold combine with deteriorating air quality," said an IMD official. Key highlights: > According to the latest update at 5:30 am IST (12:00 am GMT), the temperature fluttered at 8 degrees Celsius, and humidity stayed at 97 per cent with no wind activity recorded. Residents are advised to stay cautious during foggy conditions. > Heavy fog persists across Delhi-NCR > Cyclone conditions in the South Bay of Bengal, a western disturbance, and snowfall in the northern hills of India are the reasons for temperatures to fall. > IMD has further advised people to keep themselves warm. ANI shared visuals of some areas in Delhi showing the present winter conditions. #WATCH | Delhi: A layer of fog engulfs the national capital as coldwave grips the city. Visuals from Tilak Marg. pic.twitter.com/cj69q3Ghkp — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2024 × #WATCH | Delhi: A layer of fog engulfs the national capital as coldwave grips the city. Visuals from Motilal Nehru Marg. pic.twitter.com/WqBhHOhhxA — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2024 × AQI levels soar high The national capital's air quality on Sunday (22 Dec) soared to a high of 409, 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) or 'severe' level, said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). In some areas, AQI levels were recorded at 474, indicating dangerously high PM 2.5 levels. Also Read: India: Delhi’s AQI remains 'very severe'; IMD predicts light rain, dense fog in coming days AQI chart: 0-50: Good 51-100: Satisfactory 101-200: Moderate 201-300: Poor 301-400: Very Poor 401-500: Severe Watch | India: Northern States Face Severe Cold Wave Conditions | World News | WION Dispatch With this, Delhi people are all prepped up for freezing winters and awful AQI days; life in the capital remains a challenge. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Fog patches, cold waves and 'severe AQI'; IMD issues orange alert for rain in northern part of country

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<p>The Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Monday (23 Dec), woke up to a chilly morning with drizzle, waving a signal to the beginning of frigid winter days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the coming five days for rain, dense fog, and a dip in temperatures. "The coming days will bring challenges for Delhi residents as dense fog and biting cold combine with deteriorating air quality," said an IMD official.</p>
<h2>Key highlights:<strong> </strong></h2>
<p><strong>&gt;</strong> According to the latest update at 5:30 am IST (12:00 am GMT), the temperature fluttered at 8 degrees Celsius, and humidity stayed at 97 per cent with no wind activity recorded. Residents are advised to stay cautious during foggy conditions.</p>
<p><strong>&gt;</strong> Heavy fog persists across Delhi-NCR</p>
<p><strong>&gt; </strong>Cyclone conditions in the South Bay of Bengal, a western disturbance, and snowfall in the northern hills of India are the reasons for temperatures to fall.</p>
<p><strong>&gt; </strong>IMD has further advised people to keep themselves warm.</p>
<p>ANI shared visuals of some areas in Delhi showing the present winter conditions.</p>
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<h2><strong>AQI levels soar high</strong></h2>
<p>The national capital's air quality on Sunday (22 Dec) soared to a high of 409, 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) or 'severe' level, said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).</p>
<p>In some areas, AQI levels were recorded at 474, indicating dangerously high PM 2.5 levels.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-delhis-aqi-remains-very-severe-imd-predicts-light-rain-dense-fog-in-coming-days-785943">India: Delhi’s AQI remains 'very severe'; IMD predicts light rain, dense fog in coming days</a></strong></p>
<h2>AQI chart:</h2>
<ul>
<li>0-50: Good</li>
<li>51-100: Satisfactory</li>
<li>101-200: Moderate</li>
<li>201-300: Poor</li>
<li>301-400: Very Poor</li>
<li>401-500: Severe</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Watch | India: Northern States Face Severe Cold Wave Conditions | World News | WION Dispatch</strong></p>
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<p>With this, Delhi people are all prepped up for freezing winters and awful AQI days; life in the capital remains a challenge. </p>
<p>(<em>With inputs from agencies</em>) </p>


According to the latest update at 5:30 am IST, the temperature fluttered at 9.2°C, and humidity stayed at 97 per cent with no wind activity recorded. Residents are expected to stay cautious during foggy conditions.



New Delhi, India The Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Monday (23 Dec), woke up to a chilly morning with drizzle, waving a signal to the beginning of frigid winter days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the coming five days for rain, dense fog, and a dip in temperatures. "The coming days will bring challenges for Delhi residents as dense fog and biting cold combine with deteriorating air quality," said an IMD official. Key highlights: > According to the latest update at 5:30 am IST (12:00 am GMT), the temperature fluttered at 8 degrees Celsius, and humidity stayed at 97 per cent with no wind activity recorded. Residents are advised to stay cautious during foggy conditions. > Heavy fog persists across Delhi-NCR > Cyclone conditions in the South Bay of Bengal, a western disturbance, and snowfall in the northern hills of India are the reasons for temperatures to fall. > IMD has further advised people to keep themselves warm. ANI shared visuals of some areas in Delhi showing the present winter conditions. #WATCH | Delhi: A layer of fog engulfs the national capital as coldwave grips the city. Visuals from Tilak Marg. pic.twitter.com/cj69q3Ghkp — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2024 × #WATCH | Delhi: A layer of fog engulfs the national capital as coldwave grips the city. Visuals from Motilal Nehru Marg. pic.twitter.com/WqBhHOhhxA — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2024 × AQI levels soar high The national capital's air quality on Sunday (22 Dec) soared to a high of 409, 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) or 'severe' level, said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). In some areas, AQI levels were recorded at 474, indicating dangerously high PM 2.5 levels. Also Read: India: Delhi’s AQI remains 'very severe'; IMD predicts light rain, dense fog in coming days AQI chart: 0-50: Good 51-100: Satisfactory 101-200: Moderate 201-300: Poor 301-400: Very Poor 401-500: Severe Watch | India: Northern States Face Severe Cold Wave Conditions | World News | WION Dispatch With this, Delhi people are all prepped up for freezing winters and awful AQI days; life in the capital remains a challenge. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A cold wave has swept across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. It was further intensified due to clear skies with the city of Srinagar recording the season's lowest temperature at minus 5.4 degree Celsius. Kashmir and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the region are recorded below freezing point.</p>

<p>South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 8.1 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.4 degrees Celsius while the Shopian district was at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus nine degrees Celsius and Sonamarg Tourist resort was the coldest in the Valley at minus 9.7 degrees Celsius. &nbsp;</p>

<p>South Kashmir's Pulwama district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.3 degrees Celsius. Bandipora was at minus 5.5 degrees Celsius and Baramulla was at minus 5.1 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/video-six-dead-in-mumbai-bus-crash-detained-driver-blames-brake-failure-782817">Video: Six dead in Mumbai bus crash, detained driver blames brake failure</a></strong></p>

<p>Ladakh region has been battling the cold wave as well. The Leh town recorded seasons lowest at minus 13.2 degrees Celsius. The Zojila which connects Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 21 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Cold Wave Grips Kashmir: Srinagar Records Season’s Coldest Night At Minus 5.4 Degree Celsius</strong></p>

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<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted the La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as bring rain and snow. As we head towards the ‘Chillai Kalan’, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 10 to December 11. There are chances of snow from December 12 to 13. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18, which means a further dip in the temperature.&nbsp;</p>


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A cold wave has swept across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. It was further intensified due to clear skies with the city of Srinagar recording the season's lowest temperature at minus 5.4 degree Celsius. Kashmir and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the region are recorded below freezing point. South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 8.1 degrees Celsius. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.4 degrees Celsius while the Shopian district was at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus nine degrees Celsius and Sonamarg Tourist resort was the coldest in the Valley at minus 9.7 degrees Celsius. South Kashmir's Pulwama district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.3 degrees Celsius. Bandipora was at minus 5.5 degrees Celsius and Baramulla was at minus 5.1 degrees Celsius. Also read: Video: Six dead in Mumbai bus crash, detained driver blames brake failure Ladakh region has been battling the cold wave as well. The Leh town recorded seasons lowest at minus 13.2 degrees Celsius. The Zojila which connects Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 21 degrees Celsius. WATCH | Cold Wave Grips Kashmir: Srinagar Records Season’s Coldest Night At Minus 5.4 Degree Celsius × The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted the La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as bring rain and snow. As we head towards the ‘Chillai Kalan’, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley. The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 10 to December 11. There are chances of snow from December 12 to 13. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18, which means a further dip in the temperature.

India: Srinagar records season's lowest temp at minus 5.4 degree Celsius

<p>Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive shift in the weather conditions, with the MeT department predicting a very harsh winter ahead. The MeT Department has predicted a harsh winter in Kashmir Valley, citing the impact of the La Nina effect&nbsp;that leads to&nbsp;cooler ocean surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific, which in turn triggers global climate changes, including harsher winters in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>La Nina is the climatic counterpart to El Nino which is responsible for warmer conditions.</p>

<p>This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns, leading to more rain&nbsp;and snow.</p>

<p>The La Nina effect will impact the temperatures and also mean more snow and rain in the Kashmir Valley.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kashmir-shivers-as-temperatures-remains-at-below-freezing-point-with-srinagar-recorded-seasons-coldest-night-779899"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Kashmir shivers as temperatures remain below freezing point, Srinagar records season's coldest night</strong></a></p>

<p>The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rains and snow. And as we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan', which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Kashmir Valley.</p>

<p>"What we had experienced last winter, which was relatively warm and dry throughout Jammu and Kashmir and also in areas like Himachal and Uttarakhand. As a result, fog persisted for a longer period in the plains of Jammu, parts of Punjab, and Haryana. This year, global agencies have predicted the La Nina effect over the Pacific Ocean.&nbsp;Whenever we have the effect, we experience a harsh winter with temperatures&nbsp;dipping further, and we will have a lot of snow. The western Himalayan region will be impacted much more this year," said Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of MeT Kashmir.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed very little rain and snow the last few years due to the El Nino effect, which impacted the weather conditions across the region, including Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kashmir Valley Sees Minus Temperatures Across Tourists Spots</strong></p>

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<p>The MeT department had said that the water bodies and glaciers were melting as the region saw a huge deficit of rain and snow in the higher reaches and plains of Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The change from El Nino to La Nina, which creates unpredictable weather conditions, is because of global warming. The MeT said that the weather unpredictability would increase with time due to these factors.</p>

<p>"We are experiencing too much change in the weather and temperatures. We have too much cold in the winter and too much precipitation in winter. The uneven climate variability and day by day these extreme weather conditions will occur often, there is no doubt that climate change is leading to this," said Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT Kashmir.</p>

<p>The authorities in Kashmir Valley are bracing up for a harsh winter and making preparations to tackle the unprecedented winter. The administration has kept the man and machinery on alert. People are also being made aware that this is going to be a harsh winter and they have to prepare accordingly.</p>


Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive shift in the weather conditions, with the MeT department predicting a very harsh winter ahead. The MeT Department has predicted a harsh winter in Kashmir Valley, citing the impact of the La Nina effect that leads to cooler ocean surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific, which in turn triggers global climate changes, including harsher winters in India.

Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive shift in the weather conditions, with the MeT department predicting a very harsh winter ahead. The MeT Department has predicted a harsh winter in Kashmir Valley, citing the impact of the La Nina effect that leads to cooler ocean surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific, which in turn triggers global climate changes, including harsher winters in India. La Nina is the climatic counterpart to El Nino which is responsible for warmer conditions. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns, leading to more rain and snow. The La Nina effect will impact the temperatures and also mean more snow and rain in the Kashmir Valley. Also read: Kashmir shivers as temperatures remain below freezing point, Srinagar records season's coldest night The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rains and snow. And as we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan', which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Kashmir Valley. "What we had experienced last winter, which was relatively warm and dry throughout Jammu and Kashmir and also in areas like Himachal and Uttarakhand. As a result, fog persisted for a longer period in the plains of Jammu, parts of Punjab, and Haryana. This year, global agencies have predicted the La Nina effect over the Pacific Ocean. Whenever we have the effect, we experience a harsh winter with temperatures dipping further, and we will have a lot of snow. The western Himalayan region will be impacted much more this year," said Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of MeT Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed very little rain and snow the last few years due to the El Nino effect, which impacted the weather conditions across the region, including Kashmir Valley. Watch | Kashmir Valley Sees Minus Temperatures Across Tourists Spots × The MeT department had said that the water bodies and glaciers were melting as the region saw a huge deficit of rain and snow in the higher reaches and plains of Kashmir. The change from El Nino to La Nina, which creates unpredictable weather conditions, is because of global warming. The MeT said that the weather unpredictability would increase with time due to these factors. "We are experiencing too much change in the weather and temperatures. We have too much cold in the winter and too much precipitation in winter. The uneven climate variability and day by day these extreme weather conditions will occur often, there is no doubt that climate change is leading to this," said Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT Kashmir. The authorities in Kashmir Valley are bracing up for a harsh winter and making preparations to tackle the unprecedented winter. The administration has kept the man and machinery on alert. People are also being made aware that this is going to be a harsh winter and they have to prepare accordingly.

Jammu and Kashmir braces for severe and harsh winter with La Niña impact

<p>Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.1 degrees Celsius. At the same time, south Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 5 degrees. while the coldest place in the Kashmir region was the Shopian district, where the minimum temperature was minus 5.5 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-kashmir-security-grid-tightened-ahead-of-winters-forces-have-input-about-infiltration-attempts-777359"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir: Security Grid tightened ahead of winters, forces have input about infiltration attempts</strong></a></p>

<p>Other parts of the Kashmir Valley also recorded below freezing point temperatures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Areas like Qazigund in South Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 3.0°C, while ski resort Gulmarg was at minus 2.5°C. In Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district,&nbsp;Sonamarg recorded a temperature at minus 3.4°C.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In North India, the Ladakh region is also witnessing bone-chilling cold wave conditions as&nbsp;the temperatures dropped below minus 12 degrees.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Leh town recorded the temperature at minus 8.8°C, while Kargil town was at minus 8.3°C. The coldest place in the country remains the Dras area,&nbsp;where the mercury dipped to minus 12.2°C.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MeT has already predicted harsh winters in Kashmir and Ladakh this season. And the early dip in temperatures indicates stark weather conditions in the valley, where the nights are freezing and even daytime temperatures remain below normal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Met department has predicted some respite from the cold wave conditions from November 29 to November 30.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MeT has predicted that there are chances of rains and snow across the Kashmir Division, which will result in some increase in the temperature. The higher reaches will receive a fresh spell of snowfall.&nbsp;</p>


Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night. Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.

Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night. Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.1 degrees Celsius. At the same time, south Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the region. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 5 degrees. while the coldest place in the Kashmir region was the Shopian district, where the minimum temperature was minus 5.5 degrees Celsius. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Security Grid tightened ahead of winters, forces have input about infiltration attempts Other parts of the Kashmir Valley also recorded below freezing point temperatures. Areas like Qazigund in South Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 3.0°C, while ski resort Gulmarg was at minus 2.5°C. In Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, Sonamarg recorded a temperature at minus 3.4°C. Watch: Bee Queen Of India's Jammu & Kashmir × In North India, the Ladakh region is also witnessing bone-chilling cold wave conditions as the temperatures dropped below minus 12 degrees. Leh town recorded the temperature at minus 8.8°C, while Kargil town was at minus 8.3°C. The coldest place in the country remains the Dras area, where the mercury dipped to minus 12.2°C. MeT has already predicted harsh winters in Kashmir and Ladakh this season. And the early dip in temperatures indicates stark weather conditions in the valley, where the nights are freezing and even daytime temperatures remain below normal. The Met department has predicted some respite from the cold wave conditions from November 29 to November 30. MeT has predicted that there are chances of rains and snow across the Kashmir Division, which will result in some increase in the temperature. The higher reaches will receive a fresh spell of snowfall.

Kashmir shivers as temperatures remain below freezing point, Srinagar records season's coldest night

Heavy snow turns Korea into winter wonderland. Twin giant pandas, Rui Bao and Hui Bao, are seen playing in the snow at Everland Panda World in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. The panda cubs experience their first-ever winter snowfall, delighting visitors with their playful antics in the frosty weather. Watch to know more!

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Energy bills in Great Britain are set to rise again in January 2025, with the average annual cost for gas and electricity increasing to 2,190 dollars. this follows a 10% rise in energy costs for the last quarter of 2024, further squeezing household budgets amid rising inflation and mortgage costs.

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Winter is marking its arrival in countries across the world from the central European nation of Switzerland to the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir and several parts across the UK. Watch in for more details!

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The first snowfall of the season has blanketed the Swiss Jura mountains, creating a stunning winter landscape. Many countries have experienced the season's first snowfall. Watch this report for more details!

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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has warned that Ukraine could be facing its toughest winter since the start of Russia's invasion. As the war grinds on, Ukraine's critical infrastructure, including energy supplies, is under relentless attack, raising concerns about the country’s ability to withstand the cold months ahead. Stoltenberg emphasized the need for continued support from NATO allies, including military aid and humanitarian assistance, to help Ukraine endure the harsh winter conditions. The upcoming winter could further strain the resilience of Ukrainian forces and civilians as they face continued Russian aggression and mounting logistical challenges.

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Gulmarg has experienced fresh snowfall in its upper reaches, marking an early start to the winter season in Kashmir. Watch in for more details!

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<p>The government of Delhi has come up with a 21-point action plan to tackle the pollution, dense smog and air quality crisis which is likely to emerge in India's national capital in the day ahead as winter months approach.</p>

<p>Severe air pollution has become a common problem in Delhi during winters because of erratic weather and other factors like stubble burning.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-weather-yellow-alert-issued-for-delhi-rainfall-to-continue-imd-prediction-here-757989"><strong>&nbsp;</strong>India weather: Yellow alert issued for Delhi, rainfall to continue; check IMD prediction here</a></p>

<p>Launching a "War Against Pollution", Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai said, "In Delhi, twice as many sources of pollution come from outside Delhi as from inside Delhi. Rising pollution levels in NCR states have an impact on Delhi. We also need the central government's help. Pollution can be fought only with the cooperation of all agencies and all governments. That is why our government will work on the Winter Action Plan on the theme 'Work Together, Fight Pollution'."</p>

<h2><strong>21-point action plan for Delhi</strong></h2>

<p>The state government has introduced a 21-point action plan, which includes:</p>

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	<li>Drone monitoring of hot spots, which will happen in real time to understand the cause of the pollution.</li>
	<li>Formation of a six-member special task force</li>
	<li>Anti-dust campaign, which will begin on October 7</li>
	<li>Registration of all construction sites over 500 metres</li>
	<li>Deployment of 85 road-sweeping machines</li>
	<li>Using 500 water sprinkling machines, especially in November-December</li>
	<li>Launch of 200 mobile anti-smog guns</li>
	<li>Implementation of odd-even scheme if required</li>
	<li>Artificial rain if needed</li>
	<li>Implementation of ban on firecrackers</li>
	<li>Control of dust pollution</li>
	<li>Control of vehicular pollution, industrial pollution, stubble burning, open waste burning, green war room and use of green Delhi app</li>
	<li>Dialogue with the Central Government and neighbouring states</li>
	<li>Implementation of Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)</li>
	<li>Implementation of the Hari Ratna Award</li>
	<li>Voluntary vehicle restriction</li>
	<li>Work from home</li>
	<li>Real-time source apportionment study</li>
	<li>Setting up an e-waste eco-park</li>
	<li>Increasing green areas or plantation</li>
	<li>Public participation</li>
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<p>The minister stated that six members will be included in the special task force, who will be officials from the Environment, Transport, Revenue, Traffic Police, MCD, and PWD departments.</p>

<p>The task force will be given the responsibility to monitor the pollution in the national capital.</p>

<p>“Hotspots are important to be monitored. For the first time, we have decided to use drones to monitor the (pollution) hotspots. Until last year, the inventorisation was done manually. This year there will be real-time monitoring to identify the source and cause of air pollution," Rai said.</p>

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<p>"A ban on firecrackers will be implemented this year as well and once the notification is issued, the ban will be fully enforced. GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan) stages will come into effect and 588 teams have been formed to control the open burning of garbage," the minister added.</p>

<p><em>(With input from agencies)</em></p>


The government of Delhi has come up with a 21-point action plan to tackle the pollution, dense smog and air quality crisis which is likely to emerge in India's national capital in the day ahead as winter months approach.

The government of Delhi has come up with a 21-point action plan to tackle the pollution, dense smog and air quality crisis which is likely to emerge in India's national capital in the day ahead as winter months approach. Severe air pollution has become a common problem in Delhi during winters because of erratic weather and other factors like stubble burning. Also Read: India weather: Yellow alert issued for Delhi, rainfall to continue; check IMD prediction here Launching a "War Against Pollution", Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai said, "In Delhi, twice as many sources of pollution come from outside Delhi as from inside Delhi. Rising pollution levels in NCR states have an impact on Delhi. We also need the central government's help. Pollution can be fought only with the cooperation of all agencies and all governments. That is why our government will work on the Winter Action Plan on the theme 'Work Together, Fight Pollution'." 21-point action plan for Delhi The state government has introduced a 21-point action plan, which includes: Drone monitoring of hot spots, which will happen in real time to understand the cause of the pollution. Formation of a six-member special task force Anti-dust campaign, which will begin on October 7 Registration of all construction sites over 500 metres Deployment of 85 road-sweeping machines Using 500 water sprinkling machines, especially in November-December Launch of 200 mobile anti-smog guns Implementation of odd-even scheme if required Artificial rain if needed Implementation of ban on firecrackers Control of dust pollution Control of vehicular pollution, industrial pollution, stubble burning, open waste burning, green war room and use of green Delhi app Dialogue with the Central Government and neighbouring states Implementation of Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Implementation of the Hari Ratna Award Voluntary vehicle restriction Work from home Real-time source apportionment study Setting up an e-waste eco-park Increasing green areas or plantation Public participation The minister stated that six members will be included in the special task force, who will be officials from the Environment, Transport, Revenue, Traffic Police, MCD, and PWD departments. The task force will be given the responsibility to monitor the pollution in the national capital. “Hotspots are important to be monitored. For the first time, we have decided to use drones to monitor the (pollution) hotspots. Until last year, the inventorisation was done manually. This year there will be real-time monitoring to identify the source and cause of air pollution," Rai said. Watch: Indian PM Modi departs for Delhi after concluding successful visit to US "A ban on firecrackers will be implemented this year as well and once the notification is issued, the ban will be fully enforced. GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan) stages will come into effect and 588 teams have been formed to control the open burning of garbage," the minister added. (With input from agencies)

Delhi gets 21-point action plan to tackle winter pollution and smog. Here's all you need to know

The Swiss town of Les Diablerets receives the first snowfall of the season. Snow at this time of year isn't unheard of, but above freezing ground temperatures mean it will likely melt.

Switzerland's winter makes an early appearance in Les Diablerets

<p>Winter seems to have come to California a bit too early. An unusual dusting of snow was witnessed in the usually sunny west American state in the middle of summer, a first in 20 years.</p>

<p>This is the first snowflakes of the year for the state's mountains. The High Sierra in Yoesmite saw its earliest snowfall in over 20 years over the weekend. Snow dusted other peaks like Mount Shasta too.</p>

<p>Yosemite has not seen August snow for at least 20 years, as per the National Weather Service, which described the situation as “anomalous cool conditions” in much of the western US.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: UNDP's future weather forecast hopes to drive climate action</strong></p>

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<p>Temperatures in some places fell by 15 degrees Fahrenheit below normal. The weekend temperature was around 22 degrees and mostly cloudy but gradually recovered.</p>

<p>Social media users posted videos of snow capping the Sierra Nevada mountain range on Saturday (Aug 24).</p>

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<p>Mount Shasta in the north of the Golden State saw 15 inches of snow, which is unusual for this time of the year.</p>

<h2><strong>But it could be a 'very late snowfall'</strong></h2>

<p>Gary Lazak, who runs weather2020.com, said this could be a very late snowfall, a sort of residue from the last winter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"While it may seem like an early snowfall, it's actually a continuation of the weather pattern established last October...and thus a very late snowfall, and not an early snowfall," he posted on X.<br />
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<strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-severe-storms-sweep-across-central-and-eastern-regions-707360">US: Severe storms sweep across central and eastern regions</a></strong><br />
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<p>"This event is linked to the part of the cycling weather pattern that occurred and produced snow in previous cycles during the winter and spring, particularly in mid-January. We're still cycling through the same pattern set last fall," he added.</p>

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<p>Nevertheless, the snow in August was definitely unexpected at&nbsp;Minaret Vista, a lookout point south-east of Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada, said Madera County Deputy Sheriff Larry Rich.</p>

<p>“It’s not every day you get to spend your birthday surrounded by a winter wonderland in the middle of summer. It made for a day I won’t soon forget...It’s just one of those moments that makes working up here so special,” Rich said in a statement.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/greenland-ice-sheet-melting-rates-can-predict-europes-summer-weather-heres-how-700072">Greenland's melting rate of ice sheets can predict Europe's summer weather. Here's how</a></strong></p>

<p>Snow also fell at Mammoth Mountain and Palisades Tahoe ski resorts.</p>

<p>“This morning was chill. Take a look at the dusting of new snow on the mid and upper-mountain,” Mammoth Mountain staff posted on social media.</p>

<p>About three inches of snow fell in Lassen Volcanic National Park.</p>

<p>The early arrival of snow is a bit of a relief for Californians, who have witnessed heat waves and wildfires this summer season.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Winter seems to have come to California a bit too early. An unusual dusting of snow was witnessed in the usually sunny west American state in the middle of summer, a first in 20 years.

Winter seems to have come to California a bit too early. An unusual dusting of snow was witnessed in the usually sunny west American state in the middle of summer, a first in 20 years. This is the first snowflakes of the year for the state's mountains. The High Sierra in Yoesmite saw its earliest snowfall in over 20 years over the weekend. Snow dusted other peaks like Mount Shasta too. Yosemite has not seen August snow for at least 20 years, as per the National Weather Service, which described the situation as “anomalous cool conditions” in much of the western US. Watch: UNDP's future weather forecast hopes to drive climate action × Temperatures in some places fell by 15 degrees Fahrenheit below normal. The weekend temperature was around 22 degrees and mostly cloudy but gradually recovered. Social media users posted videos of snow capping the Sierra Nevada mountain range on Saturday (Aug 24). California's bracing for a rare August snow! 🌨️❄️ This ultra-rare event could bring snow to the Sierra Nevada, with temps dropping 15°F below normal. Get ready for a wintery surprise! #CaliforniaSnow #WeatherAlert #RareEvent pic.twitter.com/mqrkZOGKW8 — XzERp (@XzERp11) August 21, 2024 × Mount Shasta in the north of the Golden State saw 15 inches of snow, which is unusual for this time of the year. But it could be a 'very late snowfall' Gary Lazak, who runs weather2020.com, said this could be a very late snowfall, a sort of residue from the last winter. "While it may seem like an early snowfall, it's actually a continuation of the weather pattern established last October...and thus a very late snowfall, and not an early snowfall," he posted on X. Also read: US: Severe storms sweep across central and eastern regions "This event is linked to the part of the cycling weather pattern that occurred and produced snow in previous cycles during the winter and spring, particularly in mid-January. We're still cycling through the same pattern set last fall," he added. August 24th and we are officially on the board for snow! ❄️ pic.twitter.com/Z4tSgPY7PG — Carter Murphy 💰8️⃣ (@cartermurphy218) August 24, 2024 × Nevertheless, the snow in August was definitely unexpected at Minaret Vista, a lookout point south-east of Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada, said Madera County Deputy Sheriff Larry Rich. “It’s not every day you get to spend your birthday surrounded by a winter wonderland in the middle of summer. It made for a day I won’t soon forget...It’s just one of those moments that makes working up here so special,” Rich said in a statement. Also read: Greenland's melting rate of ice sheets can predict Europe's summer weather. Here's how Snow also fell at Mammoth Mountain and Palisades Tahoe ski resorts. “This morning was chill. Take a look at the dusting of new snow on the mid and upper-mountain,” Mammoth Mountain staff posted on social media. About three inches of snow fell in Lassen Volcanic National Park. The early arrival of snow is a bit of a relief for Californians, who have witnessed heat waves and wildfires this summer season. (With inputs from agencies)

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Winter-like weather surprisingly returned to Finland on Tuesday (April 23), with heavy snow falling in and around the capital Helsinki. Watch to know more.

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Strong blizzard conditions have battered the state of California in the US heavy snow has been dumped on the mountain ridges in the valleys.

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The United States is experiencing wild weather. Multiple cities are experiencing summer-like heat and have reached record February temperatures, but another cold spell is predicted soon. Forecasters say residents will be going from wearing Bermuda shorts to snow pants in less than 24 hours.

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The back-to-back storms that lashed the United States Northeast region in January were not an aberration. Scientists believe that the storms were more of a sign of things to come than an anomaly.

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