"cold-wave"

Sub-zero temperatures across Kashmir have frozen parts of Dal Lake and other water bodies as the region experiences 'Chilla-i-Kalan,' a 40-day extreme cold period. Srinagar recorded minus 5.2°C, with a western disturbance expected to impact weather from January 16

Cold wave conditions continue across Telangana, with temperatures dipping as low as 5.6°C in Kohir. Fog and chilly weather are expected to persist until January 11, before temperatures rise slightly

Rajasthan is experiencing severe cold, with night temperatures dipping below 10°C and four locations recording below 5°C. Schools in over a dozen districts, including Jaipur and Ganganagar, extended winter vacations. Dense fog, cold day conditions, bonfires, and night shelters are reported across the state

Delhi faced severe air pollution and cold conditions on New Year, with AQI remaining in the very poor category at 372. Dense fog, low temperatures and weak winds worsened pollution, while NCR cities also reported alarming air quality levels

Kashmir experienced freezing night temperatures, with Srinagar at −2.6°C and Sonamarg at −5.8°C. The region is expected to remain dry until December 29, followed by rains and snow around New Year’s Eve, with moderate snowfall in higher reaches

The India Meteorological Department has withdrawn the cold wave alert for Telangana. Minimum temperatures are expected to rise by 2–3°C, stabilising above 10°C in most districts, while Hyderabad will see lows of 12–14°C. Fog may persist in early mornings.

Severe cold weather in Karimnagar has affected both mango orchards and paddy seedlings, with farmers reporting stunted growth despite the use of fertilisers and pesticides. Seedlings that usually grow within 25–35 days have failed to mature even after 45 days in the current Yasangi season.

Hyderabad and surrounding districts continued to reel under cold wave conditions, with night temperatures dipping 3–4 degrees Celsius below normal. While daytime temperatures remain pleasant, IMD has warned of chilly nights through Christmas across parts of Telangana.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged citizens to help protect vulnerable people from the cold wave by ensuring warmth and shelter. He said the government has activated night shelters, distributed blankets, arranged bonfires, and taken special measures for safety amid fog

Due to severe cold wave conditions in Telangana, the teachers’ union has urged authorities to delay school start times in social welfare residential schools, citing health risks to students, especially those staying in hostels.

The IMD has issued a cold wave alert for Telangana till December 24, warning that minimum temperatures may fall 3°C to 4°C below normal. Several districts and parts of Hyderabad recorded single-digit temperatures over the weekend.

The IMD-Hyderabad forecasted that cold wave conditions will persist across several districts of Telangana for the next two days, with minimum temperatures dipping 3°C to 4°C below normal. Districts including Adilabad, Warangal, Siddipet, and Medak are expected to experience severe chill.

A cold wave is expected to intensify across Telangana, including Hyderabad, over the next two days. The IMD has warned of temperatures falling 3–4°C below normal, with several districts likely to see minimums between 5°C and 10°C.

Polling in the final phase of gram panchayat elections progressed slowly across Asifabad and Adilabad districts on Wednesday, with turnout remaining below 20 per cent till 9 am, as biting cold weather kept voters indoors, officials said.

In view of severe cold weather conditions, the Collector of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district has revised the timings of primary and upper primary schools. The order, issued on Monday, aims to safeguard students’ well-being.

Rajasthan experienced a significant drop in night temperatures, with Fatehpur recording the lowest at 5.3°C. Cold wave conditions are expected to persist in several areas, affecting daily life across the state, including Jaipur at 11.7°C

Hyderabad recorded its coldest morning with temperatures dropping to 6.3 degrees in Gachibowli and 7.1 in Moula Ali. The severe cold wave disrupted early routines, with activity resuming only after 9 am as temperatures rose slightly.

Telangana experienced its coldest morning of the year on Thursday, with several districts recording single-digit temperatures. Hyderabad Central University recorded 7.2°C, while Kumaram Bheem Asifabad was the coldest at 5.4°C. Cold wave conditions affected much of the state.

A cold wave swept across the erstwhile Adilabad district on Tuesday, with Ginnedhari in Asifabad recording a biting 6.1°C. Arli, Pembi and Devulawada also saw sub-10°C temperatures, prompting residents to stay indoors and rely on bonfires and warm clothing.

Kashmir continues to reel under an intense cold wave with night temperatures below freezing and no snowfall forecast for the next 10 days. Doctors report a sharp rise in flu and chest ailments as fog, dryness and deteriorating air quality worsen conditions.