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Delhi Logs Coldest November Morning in 3 Years: Is a Coldwave Coming? Check This Week's IMD Forecast

Delhi experienced its coldest November morning in over three years on Sunday (November 16), with temperatures dropping to 9 degrees Celsius, a significant 4.5 degrees Celsius below the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) stressed that if temperatures remain low, a cold wave could be declared as early as Monday. According to records, Delhi recorded similar low temperatures on several occasions in previous years, including 9.2 degrees Celsius on November 23, 2023, and 9.5 degrees Celsius on November 29, 2022. The lowest recorded temperature in November over the past decade was 6.3 degrees Celsius on November 23, 2020. The IMD clarified that a cold wave is defined when the minimum temperature drops below 10°C with a departure of 4.5°C or more from normal for two consecutive days. On Sunday, at least two weather stations in Delhi met these criteria. Two Delhi stations record below 10°C Safdarjung, the capital's primary weather station, recorded a minimum temperature of 9°C, while The Ridge station noted a temperature of 9.7°C, which is 5.7°C below normal. "This was the first day in which the criteria were met. A cold wave will be declared on Monday if two or more stations again record similar readings," an IMD official explained. The cold snap is attributed to clear skies and steady northwesterly winds, which have been prevalent in the region. Mahesh Palawat, vice president at Skymet, told HT. He further noted, "In the absence of clouds, heat accumulated during the day escapes into the atmosphere at night." Also Read: Delhi AQI Today: Capital Chokes in ‘Very Poor’ Air; 6 Stations Crosses 400 - Check Area-Wise List Delhi Weather Forecast for This Week The met department has forecasted that the minimum temperature will remain below normal until at least Friday, with fluctuations expected between 2 degrees Celsius and 5 degrees Celsius. Moreover, shallow fog is likely to persist across the city, particularly on Monday morning. The maximum temperature on Sunday reached 27.5 degrees Celsius, slightly below the average for this time of year. Despite the cold morning, this drop in temperature is not unprecedented for November. Delhi Air Quality Today Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog on Monday (November 17), as the city continued to remain in the ‘very poor’ air quality category for several days. At 6:05 AM, the national capital recorded an AQI of 360, with six monitoring stations reporting ‘severe’ air quality. The capital has been breathing toxic air for over a month now, with cloud-seeding efforts failing to produce any artificial rain. Out of 38 stations, six stations recorded AQI above 400, while the remaining 32 stations recorded "very poor" air quality. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Delhi and around the world.

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Rajasthan Tragedy: 2 Dead, Several Injured as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire on Jaipur-Delhi Highway | Video

In a tragic incident in Rajasthan, a bus carrying labourers caught fire after coming in contact with a high-tension electricity line on the Jaipur-Delhi Highway on Tuesday (October 28). Two labourers died on the spot, while around a dozen others sustained injuries, PTI reported. The incident happened in the Manoharpur area in the city. The bus was carrying labourers to a brick kiln located in Todi village when it caught fire. It was passing through an internal 'kaccha' road near a village. After touching a live electricity wire, the bus caught fire, which was later doused, Superintendent of Police, Jaipur (Rural), Rashi Dogra Dudi said. Video: As fire broke out, passersby and locals rushed to help, pulling out several passengers before fire tenders reached the spot. The injured were later shifted to Shahpura Sub-District Hospital. Ashok Gehlot reacts to bus fire tragedy Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot took to X, expressing anger while questioning the state's rising number of road mishaps. "The news of the death of 2 individuals and injuries to several others due to a bus full of workers catching fire after touching a high-tension line in Manoharpur, Jaipur, is heartbreaking," he wrote. Also Read: Kurnool Bus Tragedy: 400 Phones Onboard Alongside Passengers Intensified Deadly Fire – What Happened? Gehlot added, "The way in which accidents are occurring day after day in Rajasthan, leading to the common people losing their lives, is a matter of grave concern. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured." For all the latest news and india news, visit Times Now to get live updates and breaking news around the world.

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Mumbai Weather Today: City Braces for Moderate Rain as Yellow Alert Issued | Check IMD Forecast Here

Several regions across Mumbai are expected to experience moderate rainfall on Tuesday (October 28) as the Indian Meteorological Department has issued a "yellow alert" for the city. Areas including Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg are likely to see a partly cloudy sky today with thunderstorms. Mumbai on Tuesday woke up with a mild, cool breeze and partly cloudy skies after the weather took a turn at midnight. By mid-morning, the temperature was at 28 degrees Celsius. Check Full IMD Prediction for Today According to the met department's forecast, several areas across Mumbai will see a partly cloudy sky with the possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorm and lightning & gusty winds at a speed of 30-40kmph. The IMD has further issued a yellow alert for the city. The maximum temperature will remain at 33 degrees Celsius, while, minimum will go down to 24 degrees Celsius. Check Full IMD Prediction for Tomorrow The met department predicted that "partly cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorm." Moreover, the thunderstorm will be accompanied by lightning and gusty winds at a speed of 40-50 kmph. Also Read: Hyderabad IMD Warns of Floods As City Braces for Heavy Rain Ahead of Cyclone Montha’s Landfall Mumbai's air quality According to the Central Pollution Control Board's SAMEER app, Mumbai's air quality on Tuesday remained in the "good" category, with an AQI of 52 at 10:05 am. Several areas in Mumbai recorded good air quality, while Colaba recorded "moderate" air quality, with an AQI of 138. The rain intensity across Mumbai is expected to decrease slightly on October 31; however, showers are likely to continue. In the last few days, Mumbai's air quality has improved, with people witnessing clear skies. Netizens were sharing picturesque moments, showcasing the city’s scenic skies and vibrant atmosphere, and thanking the rains. "Thanks to the rains and the Arabian Sea depression, Mumbai is experiencing the clearest skies and freshest air. What should be normal feels like a luxury," one of the posts read. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Mumbai, India and around the world.