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Delhi engulfed in ‘not very common’ dense fog in March; records lowest temperature since February 26| India News

Delhi engulfed in ‘not very common’ dense fog in March; records lowest temperature since February 26| India News

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Delhi weather: Several pockets across Delhi-NCR were engulfed in a blanket of shallow fog on Saturday morning, accompanied by a dip in temperature, as meteorological factors ensured a winter day-like morning. The lowest visibility was 1,200 metres, recorded between 7.30am and 8.30am at Safdarjung and between 8am and 9am at Palam, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Commuters make their way amid dense fog on an early morning near Raj Ghat, in New Delhi. (ANI) Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 13 degrees Celsius (°C) on Saturday, the lowest since February 26. It was 3°C below the previous day’s, 3.5°C below normal and 3.9°C below the seasonal average, according to the IMD. The veil of fog, however, lifted as the day progressed, with the city clocking a maximum temperature of 27.4°C. As per IMD data, this is the lowest minimum temperature recorded in the last 10 days of March in at least 15 years. Experts attributed the occurrence of fog to a combination of recent rain, high moisture content in the atmosphere and relatively …

Delhi-NCR wakes up to dense fog with AQI in moderate to poor categories

Delhi-NCR wakes up to dense fog with AQI in moderate to poor categories

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Large parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region began Monday under dense fog, with air pollution levels lingering in the moderate to poor range, data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed. According to CPCB readings, several monitoring stations across the capital recorded elevated AQI levels. Anand Vihar reported an AQI of 242, Bawana 222, Chandni Chowk 217, Dwarka Sector-8 240, and R.K. Puram 232. Other locations included Burari Crossing at 157, DTU 158, IGI Airport (T3) 132, IIT Delhi 141, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium 194, Lodhi Road 116, Patparganj 207, and Sonia Vihar 208. Ghaziabad records ‘poor’ air quality as haze spreads across NCR Neighbouring NCR regions also witnessed hazy conditions during early morning hours. Ghaziabad’s air quality remained in the ‘poor’ category, with an AQI of 259 recorded on Monday morning. Visibility drops below 50 metres, traffic movement affected The dense fog led to a sharp decline in visibility across several parts of Delhi and NCR, with sight distances falling below 50 metres at many locations. The reduced visibility disrupted traffic movement on key …

Dense Fog, Cold Wave Grip Delhi-NCR; Flights Operations Hit Amid Low Visibility | New-delhi-news News

Dense Fog, Cold Wave Grip Delhi-NCR; Flights Operations Hit Amid Low Visibility | New-delhi-news News

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Last Updated:January 19, 2026, 07:42 IST Dense fog and severe AQI up to 434 gripped Delhi, affecting areas like ITO and Rafi Marg. GRAP-IV restrictions and flight delays at IGI Airport marked the harsh winter conditions. A thick layer of fog engulfs the national capital. Visuals from ITO. (ANI) A thick layer of fog enveloped the national capital on Monday, significantly reducing visibility across several areas. Visuals from the ITO area showed dense fog lingering through the morning as cold wave conditions continued to grip Delhi. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the area was recorded at 434, placing it in the ‘severe’ category. In view of the deteriorating air quality, restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-IV have been implemented in the city. A thick layer of dense fog was observed in other parts of the national capital, including Rafi Marg and other regions. The AQI in the area was recorded at ‘417’ in the ‘severe’ category. #WATCH | Delhi | Dense fog engulfs several …

Dense Fog Claims Lives: Three Dead In Haryana, UP Due To Vehicle Pile-Ups Amid Cold Wave | India News

Dense Fog Claims Lives: Three Dead In Haryana, UP Due To Vehicle Pile-Ups Amid Cold Wave | India News

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Last Updated:January 18, 2026, 23:45 IST Two men, including a truck driver, were burned to death following a multi-vehicle pileup on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway in Haryana’s Nuh. Cold wave gripped North India, with dense fog covering Delhi-NCR. (PTI/File) As a bitter cold wave continues to grip north India, at least three people were killed due to separate vehicle pile-ups in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh amid dense fog on Sunday, according to police. Two men, including a truck driver, were burned to death following a multi-vehicle pileup on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway in Haryana’s Nuh on Sunday morning amid dense fog, according to police. The accident caused a long traffic jam and severely disrupted traffic on the expressway. In Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly district, a similar vehicle-pileup involving at least 20 vehicles on the Delhi-Lucknow National Highway left a person dead and at least 24 injured, police said. The accident occurred near Shahwajpur Dor village in the Gajraula Kotwali police station area. Upon receiving information, police teams and ambulances rushed to the spot to assist the …

Dense fog, ‘severe’ air take over Delhi amid cold wave, pollution curbs| India News

Dense fog, ‘severe’ air take over Delhi amid cold wave, pollution curbs| India News

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Dense fog enveloped Delhi on Sunday as ‘severe’ air quality and a biting cold wave tightened their grip on the national capital. Visibility dropped sharply in several parts of the city. Visibility dropped sharply in several areas, prompting advisories for motorists and commuters. (HT Photo) Alongside the fog, Delhi continued to struggle with extremely poor air quality. The Air Quality Index stood at 440 at 8 am, placing it in the ‘severe’ category. In response, authorities enforced Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), the toughest set of anti-pollution restrictions, from Saturday. Also read| Grap-4 returns as Delhi AQI blows past 400 again Visibility levels across key locations The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported zero visibility at Safdarjung, while Palam recorded visibility of 100 metres. Similar fog conditions were observed in other parts of north India, with zero visibility reported in Bareilly, Lucknow and Kushinagar. Visibility stood at 100 metres in Amritsar and Gorakhpur, and 200 metres in Prayagraj. Also read| Delhi records coldest night in 3 years at 2.9°C; dense fog blankets …

Delhi records coldest night in 3 years at 2.9°C; dense fog blankets city| India News

Delhi records coldest night in 3 years at 2.9°C; dense fog blankets city| India News

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Delhi recorded its chilliest night in three years as the minimum temperature at Safdarjung, the city’s main weather station, dipped to 2.9 degrees Celsius. According to India Meteorological Department (IMD) records, the last time the capital saw a lower minimum temperature was on January 18, 2023, when the mercury had fallen to 2.6 degrees Celsius. Delhi weather: Visibility is reduced to dangerously low levels as dense fog covered several parts of the city. (ANI) The city continues to face harsh winter conditions, with dense to very dense fog affecting daily life and visibility across the city, according to the IMD latest daily bulletin. The weather office said fog is very likely during morning and night hours in Delhi till January 16, with dense fog expected in isolated pockets up to January 19. ALSO READ | When can Delhi expect some relief from biting cold? Here’s what IMD’s latest weather forecast says At 5:30 am on Thursday, visibility at Palam airport dropped to around 50 metres, while Safdarjung recorded visibility close to 100 metres. ALSO READ …

Four Killed, 30 Injured After Multiple Vehicles Collide Due To Dense Fog In North India | India News

Four Killed, 30 Injured After Multiple Vehicles Collide Due To Dense Fog In North India | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 07:32 IST Dense fog and cold wave gripped North India, causing fatal collisions in Hoshiarpur and Rajasthan. IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi as temperatures hit season lows. Cold Wave In North India (PTI/File) Cold conditions intensified across parts of North India on Saturday, leading to several vehicle collisions due to dense fog, resulting in four fatalities and about 30 injuries. According to IMD, the cold wave will further intensify in North India on Sunday and Monday. The morning fog significantly reduced visibility in regions of Punjab and neighbouring Haryana. A tragic accident occurred on the Hoshiarpur-Dasuya road in Punjab where a car collided with a bus, killing four men and injuring one person. As per a report by PTI, the police confirmed the accident was caused by dense fog. In Rajasthan, around 25 people were injured when a bus collided with a pickup vehicle on the Jaipur-Delhi NH-48 due to poor visibility. In another incident in Jaisalmer, a bus collided with a police vehicle, injuring four police personnel, …

Delhi airport issues advisory, warns of flight delays amid dense fog| India News

Delhi airport issues advisory, warns of flight delays amid dense fog| India News

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The Indira Gandhi International Airport administration in New Delhi has issued a passenger advisory regarding delays in flight operations due to dense fog in the region. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) surged to 361, falling under the “very poor” category until 7 am. (ANI File Photo) According to the advisory, CAT III conditions remain in effect, and all airlines have been asked to remain in contact with airport authorities for the latest updates. “Due to persistent dense fog, flight operations continue to remain under CAT III conditions which may result in flight delays. For the most up-to-date flight information, we request you to contact your respective airlines or visit our website. Our teams are working closely with all stakeholders to minimize inconvenience to passengers. We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding,” the advisory said. A thin layer of fog enveloped the national capital on Saturday morning as cold wave conditions continue to grip the region, with temperatures dropping to 4.2 degrees Celsius, according …

Dense Fog Returns To North India As Cold Wave Tightens Grip, Visibility Drops In Several Areas | India News

Dense Fog Returns To North India As Cold Wave Tightens Grip, Visibility Drops In Several Areas | India News

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Last Updated:January 10, 2026, 08:51 IST Dense fog gripped Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, while coastal Tamil Nadu may see heavy rain. Marginal relief expected in Indo-Gangetic plains. Cold wave tightened its grip on parts of north India, with dense fog reducing visibility on Saturday. (File photo) Dense fog returned to several states in northern India on Saturday morning, reducing visibility significantly in several areas. A thick layer of fog was reported in parts of Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. According to Devendra Tripathi, founder of Mausam Tak and weather vlogger with Kisan Tak, Punjab and northern Rajasthan may witness poor visibility during late-night hours today, India Today reported. Fog could extend into parts of northern Madhya Pradesh also, though conditions may be slightly better compared to previous days. Cold conditions will continue to grip north India despite the fog. Cold and dry north-westerly winds are expected to dominate, keeping daytime temperatures low. The chill will be felt even during the day in many areas, Tripathi noted. Some marginal relief is expected across …

Foggy mornings, freezing days ahead: IMD predicts dense fog and cold wave across north India | Check forecast

Foggy mornings, freezing days ahead: IMD predicts dense fog and cold wave across north India | Check forecast

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India is set to witness prolonged dense fog, cold day conditions and cold waves across large parts of the country, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing multiple warnings for the coming days. While north India remains gripped by fog and freezing temperatures, southern states may see heavy rain and rough sea conditions due to a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal. Central India, northeast India, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim for the next 2–3 days. (Parveen Kumar/Hindustan Times) The IMD said dense to very dense fog is very likely during morning hours over northwest India and Bihar for the next 5–7 days, severely affecting visibility and daily movement. Also read| Delhi clocks ‘cold day’ at isolated pockets for second day in a row Fog over parts of central India, Northeast • Central India, northeast India, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim for the next 2–3 days • Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and Bihar in phases till mid-January In the past 24 hours, visibility dropped below 50 metres in parts of Uttar Pradesh, …