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India Gripped by Severe Cold: Yellow Alert Issued for Punjab, Jharkhand

News Analysis India — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

India is experiencing an intense cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for several northern and eastern states. Parts of Punjab, Haryana, Jharkhand, and East Rajasthan are bracing for severe winter conditions as temperatures plummet. Daily life is significantly disrupted as mercury levels across numerous states hover between 0 and 10 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the Himalayas are set to receive fresh snowfall.

The Kashmir Valley is enduring some of the season’s coldest temperatures. Srinagar recorded a frigid -4 degrees Celsius on Thursday morning, marking one of the lowest points of the season. The IMD forecasts a further temperature drop in early December, accompanied by biting cold nights and dense morning fog.

In Himachal Pradesh, higher reaches are expected to see rain and snow due to a fresh Western Disturbance. Towns like Tabo (-7.4°C) and Kukumseri (-4°C) are experiencing extreme cold. Snowfall is anticipated again on December 7, with clearer weather expected by Saturday. A yellow alert for dense fog has also been issued for the Bhakra Dam region.

Across the North Indian plains, cold wave warnings are in effect. Punjab’s day temperatures are significantly below average, with Adampur recording a low of 3.0 degrees Celsius. Eight districts in Punjab are under a yellow alert for cold wave conditions. Light to moderate fog is predicted for Punjab, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh over the next two days.

Jharkhand is also feeling the chill, with a yellow alert for cold wave conditions issued for districts including Garhwa, Palamu, and Gumla for the next 48 hours. Northwest winds are contributing to the sharp drop in temperature, with Gumla recording 5.9 degrees Celsius and Daltonganj at 8.6 degrees Celsius. Temperatures could fall as low as 4 degrees Celsius in the coming days.

Northeast India is not spared, with dense fog expected in parts of Assam and Meghalaya. The IMD predicts that cold conditions will intensify nationwide due to increased activity from a Western Disturbance impacting the Himalayas. Southern India is expected to remain dry. Residents are urged to take precautions, including wearing warm clothing, especially for vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.

Jharkhand Braces for Intensifying Cold Wave Soon

News Analysis India — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Residents of Jharkhand can expect a significant drop in temperatures and an increase in chill starting very soon. Weather forecasts indicate that the mercury is set to plummet across the state, ushering in a more intense cold wave. This anticipated shift in weather patterns will likely bring biting winds and significantly colder mornings and evenings. Citizens are advised to prepare for the approaching severe cold, ensuring they have adequate warm clothing and take necessary precautions to stay healthy during this period of dropping temperatures. The coming days are expected to be marked by a noticeable increase in the intensity of the cold.

Jharkhand’s ‘Montha’ Effect Fades, Cold Wave Grips State

News Analysis India — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The lingering effects of the recent ‘Montha’ weather phenomenon in Jharkhand are now subsiding, paving the way for a significant drop in temperatures across the state. Residents can expect a noticeable increase in cold conditions in the coming days as the influence of ‘Montha’ wanes. This shift marks the end of a period characterized by unusual weather patterns and heralds the onset of typical winter chill. Authorities are advising citizens to take necessary precautions against the dropping mercury and to stay updated on weather forecasts. The transition is a clear indication that winter is truly settling in across Jharkhand, bringing with it the expected frosty weather. Prepare for colder days ahead as the seasonal change becomes more pronounced.