Dense Fog, Cold Wave to Grip India Till Dec 29: IMD
IMD forecasts dense fog, cold day conditions, and falling temperatures across North and East India till Dec 29. Snowfall likely in Himalayas, rain in South. Stay updated on travel impacts.
Category : Climate Change
Gurgaon's Dust Haze: Unchecked Construction Chokes City
A TOI survey reveals Gurgaon's air quality crisis as exposed soil and construction dust blanket MG Road, Sector 29, and other areas. Read how the city is failing pollution control directives.
Indore shivers at 6.4°C, colder days ahead
Indore recorded a sharp drop in night temperature to 6.4°C, 4 degrees below normal. Cold winds from the north are expected to intensify the chill further from Friday. Stay warm and take precautions.
Pune's coldest December in 10 years with 13 sub-10°C days
Pune shivers as December 2025 sees 13 days below 10°C, the highest in a decade. IMD data reveals stark temperature variations across city due to urban heat islands. Read the full forecast.
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Cold Snap & Fog Warning for Bhopal, MP During Holidays
Bhopal sees a brief respite before temperatures plunge again. MP faces dense fog warnings in multiple districts. Get the latest weather forecast and safety tips for the holiday season.
Dense Fog Paralyzes North India, Temperatures Plummet
A 'very dense' fog blanket brought North India to a halt, reducing visibility to zero at major airports. IMD warns of intensifying cold wave and travel chaos. Read for details.
Gurgaon MCG fines Rs 14.10 lakh for GRAP violations
Gurgaon MCG imposes Rs 14.10 lakh fines on 274 violators under GRAP Stage IV. Actions target garbage burning, construction breaches, and dust control to combat very poor air quality.
FIR against bird poachers at Nuh's Akera-Kotla Lake
An FIR has been registered in Nuh after complaints of migratory bird poaching at Akera-Kotla Lake. Forest teams are removing illegal nets. Read about the action and ongoing NGT proceedings.
Vishwamitri River Cleanup: 16 MLD Sewage Remains
Vadodara's Vishwamitri river sees improved water quality, but 16 million litres of sewage still flow daily. VMC's Rs 195 crore project shows progress. Read about the ongoing cleanup efforts.
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Bengaluru to Get 100+ Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Bengaluru is set for a major upgrade in air quality monitoring under the GBA plan, with over 100 new stations. This will provide hyper-local pollution data to tackle the city's growing air crisis.
Bengaluru campaign rescues trees from concrete
Bengaluru residents launch a unique campaign to save urban trees dying due to concrete and tar. Learn how they're fighting for the city's green cover and what you can do to help.
Bengaluru NGO Launches Urban Wildlife Ambulance
A Bengaluru NGO has launched a fully-equipped wildlife ambulance with an onboard vet to rescue distressed animals and reduce human-animal conflict in the city. Read how this innovative service is changing urban wildlife conservation.
16 Tonnes of Waste Removed from Hooghly River in 90 Days
The Sea Explorers Institute's pilot project cleans 16 tonnes of waste from Kolkata's Hooghly River, uncovering alarming biomedical waste. The drive aims to raise awareness and will continue till 2026.
NGT fines Rs 1.49 crore for illegal road in Spiti
NGT holds Himachal officials responsible for illegal road in eco-sensitive Spiti, orders Rs 1.49 crore penalty and 28.7-hectare afforestation. Read the full story.
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Delhi's Air Quality Plummets to Severe Levels
Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'severe' on Tuesday after a week's break. AQI hit 418. Forecast predicts improvement with increased wind speed. Read the full analysis.
Kanpur Weather: Wind Speed Up, Temp to Fluctuate, Fog Stays
IMD forecasts rising wind speeds in Uttar Pradesh, leading to sharp day-night temperature swings in Kanpur. Dense fog and high humidity to continue. Mayor inspects night shelters.
Dense Fog Disrupts Delhi, 550 Flights Delayed
Dense fog blanketed Delhi, reducing visibility to 50m and causing major flight disruptions. Over 550 flights were delayed and 10 cancelled. IMD warns of more fog ahead. Read the full impact report.
Aravalli Redefinition Threatens Ecological Damage
A recent government nod for an elevation-based definition of the Aravalli range could intensify mining and cause irreversible ecological harm. Experts warn of a looming environmental crisis.
6 Power Plants Fined Rs 61.85 Cr for Ignoring Biomass Rules
CAQM issues show-cause notices to six thermal plants near Delhi for failing to co-fire biomass, proposing a hefty Rs 61.85 crore fine. Read the full story on the air pollution crackdown.
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Panaji temperature rises after coldest day of season
Panaji sees a slight rise in minimum temperature to 18°C after hitting a seasonal low of 17.1°C. IMD forecasts dry weather and haze for Goa until Dec 29. Read the full forecast.
Goa study finds human activity harming Zuari, Sal river ecology
A new study reveals unchecked sewage, construction, and waste dumping along Goa's Zuari and Sal rivers have reduced plant diversity and increased pollution-tolerant species, threatening vital mangroves.
Kolkata's Cold Spell: 13°C Forecast for Christmas
Kolkata experiences a steady three-week cold spell with minimums between 14-17°C. Met predicts a dip to 13°C by Christmas. Experts explain the weather patterns behind the persistent chill. Read more.
Assam's Elephant-Train Collision Crisis: 8 Killed, Solutions Stalled
After 8 elephants died in a train collision in Hojai, Assam, railway authorities struggle to identify new elephant corridors. Learn about the stalled 2024 plans for underpasses and the tech saving lives.
Nepal Elephants Damage Fence, Enter Pilibhit Fields
A herd of wild elephants from Nepal breached a 40-meter fence near Pilibhit's Mahof range, destroying wheat crops. Farmers demand compensation and safety measures. Read more.
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Bhushan Receives Award, Warns of Environmental Disaster
Supreme Court advocate Prashant Bhushan received the SR Hiremath Award in Dharwad. He warned of global crises and accused the Centre of diluting environmental laws, highlighting threats to the Aravallis.
Greta Thunberg Released from UK Police Custody
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested and later released by UK police during a pro-Palestinian protest in London. Read the full details of the incident and its implications.
Chandigarh Fog: Sun Returns, Dense Fog to Come Back Soon
Chandigarh sees temporary relief from dense fog, but IMD warns of its return on January 16 & 17. Minimum temperature drops to 6.4°C. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Greta Thunberg Arrested at London Protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained by police during a pro-Palestinian demonstration outside the Hotel InterContinental in London. Read the full details of the incident and the global reaction.
Greta Thunberg detained in London under Terrorism Act
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested by London police at a 'Prisoners for Palestine' rally. Read the full details and implications of the detention under the Terrorism Act.
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Bhitarkanika National Park closed Jan 8-10 for croc census
Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha's Kendrapada district will be off-limits to tourists from January 8 to 10 for the annual saltwater crocodile census. Over 22 teams will conduct a detailed count using advanced methods. Read more.
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