Bharat Express

IMD

The IMD has issued a warning about an exceptionally hot summer ahead, forecasting higher-than-normal temperatures across the country.

The thick fog reduced visibility to near zero in many places, disrupting transportation, especially rail and flight operations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Mission Mausam on Tuesday during the 150th Foundation Day celebrations of the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Delhi saw a notable improvement on Monday morning, where Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to 282, placing the city in the "poor" category.

Temperatures may dip as low as 5 degrees Celsius. On Wednesday, the minimum temperature is likely to hover around 8 degrees Celsius, while the maximum may not exceed 16 degrees Celsius.

A dense fog covered the city, reducing visibility. The minimum temperature dropped to 9.2 degrees Celsius at 5:30 AM, reported the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

IMD issued a red alert on Sunday for East Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and Central Maharashtra, predicting heavy rains in these regions

IMD's issuance of a red alert for northeastern states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Assam.

A significant new provision is the right of an arrested person to inform anyone of their choice about their condition, ensuring they can receive immediate assistance.

The city has seen maximum temperatures above 40 degrees since last week, providing little break from the oppressive heat.