Himachal Pradesh turns into winter paradise as snowfall paints hill stations white | See pics
1 week, 3 days ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter paradise as snowfall paints hill stations white | See pics

India TV News  

Image Source : Social Media 1/6 Himachal Pradesh was gripped by an intensifying cold wave as temperatures in several pockets of the state dipped below zero degree Celsius. Image Source : Social Media 3/6 The India Meteorological Department predicted that the high hills of the state were expected to continue receiving many spells of moderate snowfall. Image Source : X 4/6 Fresh spells of cold waves, dense fog and ground front are very likely to start over lower hills or plains of the state from the morning of December 30. Image Source : PTI 5/6 Due to sub-zero temperatures, water pipes froze at many places in mid and higher hills, and the natural sources of water like springs, rivulets and tributaries of snow-fed rivers were frozen.

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Dry weather likely in coming days in Himachal
1 day, 23 hours ago

Dry weather likely in coming days in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Light rain and snowfall was observed at isolated places in higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh on Monday, India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office said. Intermittent snow is expected at a few places in Lahaul and Spiti and Kinnaur, while light precipitation may occur at isolated places in Shimla, Kullu, Mandi and higher reaches in the districts of Chamba, Kangra.Thunderstorms accompanied with …

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall and rain: IMD issues alert
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall and rain: IMD issues alert

India Today  

According to the latest forecast by the India Meteorological Department, Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for another round of snowfall and rain in its high-altitude regions. SNOWFALL EXPECTED IN SHIMLA AND HIGH HILL AREAS Key tourist destinations like Shimla, Kufri, and Manali will likely experience fresh snowfall, enhancing the winter charm and attracting tourists. RAINFALL PREDICTED IN MID-HILL REGIONS In …

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall, rain in high hill regions: Check latest weather update
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall, rain in high hill regions: Check latest weather update

India TV News  

Himachal weather update: Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for fresh bouts of snowfall and rainfall in its mid and high-hill regions starting Thursday, while the plains and lower-hill areas are expected to remain largely dry, according to the meteorological department. Officials have advised residents and tourists to prepare for potentially challenging weather conditions, particularly in regions prone to disruptions due …

Himachal likely to receive fresh snowfall, rainfall from Jan 2
6 days, 22 hours ago

Himachal likely to receive fresh snowfall, rainfall from Jan 2

Deccan Chronicle  

Mid and high hill areas of Himachal Pradesh are expected to receive fresh snowfall and rainfall from January 2, officials said on Wednesday, while plains and low hills are expected to remain dry. Mid and high hill areas are expected to receive fresh snowfall and rainfall from January 2 while plains and low hill areas are expected to remain dry. …

Light rain, snowfall likely in higher reaches of Himachal from January 2
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1 week, 2 days ago

Light rain, snowfall likely in higher reaches of Himachal from January 2

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office has predicted light rain or snowfall at isolated places from January 2 to 4 and at few places on January 5 over the higher reaches of the state. The weather office said that light rain was observed at isolated places of the state during the last 24 hours. IMD officials said that no large …

Cold wave conditions continue in hill states
1 week, 2 days ago

Cold wave conditions continue in hill states

Hindustan Times  

Cold wave conditions continued to grip north India on Sunday as many districts in hill states experienced subzero temperatures, officials said. While cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir, road and air traffic resumed in the Valley after snowfall in the region decreased heavily on Sunday. The MeT department said that cold wave to severe cold wave conditions will continue in …

IMD predicts dry weather on New Year in Himachal Pradesh
1 week, 3 days ago

IMD predicts dry weather on New Year in Himachal Pradesh

Hindustan Times  

Dry weather is expected to prevail across Himachal Pradesh from December 30 to January 1, while the plain areas of the state will continue to be in a grip of cold wave conditions in the coming days. However, the India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office has predicted light rain or snowfall at isolated places across the state on January 2 and …

Cold wave grips North India! IMD predicts heavy snowfall at THESE places today; details
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1 week, 3 days ago

Cold wave grips North India! IMD predicts heavy snowfall at THESE places today; details

Live Mint  

According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature in Delhi has dropped to 12 degrees Celsius, with a thin layer of fog covering the national capital on Sunday. Cold Wave Warnings: Himachal Pradesh: Cold-wave to severe cold-wave conditions are very likely in some parts on December 30th and 31st. Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh: Cold wave conditions are expected from …

Srinagar, Doda, Manali, Lahaul-Spiti, Kathua face chaos, traffic snarls: Check IMD forecast here
1 week, 4 days ago

Srinagar, Doda, Manali, Lahaul-Spiti, Kathua face chaos, traffic snarls: Check IMD forecast here

Live Mint  

A blanket of snow covered several regions across north India on Saturday after a fresh spell. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for cold wave in several north-western states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand. IMD in its latest press release said heavy rainfall or snowfall is likely over Western Himalayan region on December 28 after …

North India faces severe cold wave, but no Christmas snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Srinagar | Weather updates
1 week, 6 days ago

North India faces severe cold wave, but no Christmas snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Srinagar | Weather updates

Hindustan Times  

North Indian states, including Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and parts of Uttar Pradesh, remained gripped by a severe cold wave on Wednesday, but popular tourist spots such as Srinagar and Shimla missed out on the charm of a “white Christmas”. A boatman makes his way through the frozen surface of Dal Lake on a cold morning in Srinagar on December 25, …

Himachal Pradesh: 226 Roads Closed Due To Heavy Snowfall, 'Yellow' Alert In Mandi For Dense Fog
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2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh: 226 Roads Closed Due To Heavy Snowfall, 'Yellow' Alert In Mandi For Dense Fog

ABP News  

Shimla, Dec 25 A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said on Wednesday. A total of 226 roads, including three national highways including Attari and Leh, Sanj to Aut in Kullu district, Khab Sangam in Kinnaur district, and Gramphoo in Lahaul and Spiti district were closed for …

226 roads closed in Himachal due to snowfall, IMD warns of 'severe cold' till Sunday; J&K faces 'Chillai-Kalan'
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2 weeks ago

226 roads closed in Himachal due to snowfall, IMD warns of 'severe cold' till Sunday; J&K faces 'Chillai-Kalan'

Hindustan Times  

A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall across several districts, news agency PTI reported citing officials on Wednesday. Snowfall situation across parts of Himachal Pradesh People in Himachal Pradesh experienced a harsh cold wave as minimum temperatures dropped across the region. According to the Met office, rainfall was recorded across various …

Himachal snowfall: Higher tourist influx brings Christmas cheer in Shimla, Manali; roads closed, 4 dead due to accident
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2 weeks ago

Himachal snowfall: Higher tourist influx brings Christmas cheer in Shimla, Manali; roads closed, 4 dead due to accident

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing Christmas celebration worldwide, Himachal Pradesh's popular tourist destinations are covered in snow due to a fresh spell of snowfall after a dry spell of three months. Himachal Pradesh snowfall: Road closures, tourists stranded in many places While the snowfall is a good sign for farmers and local residents the sudden change in weather has affected electricity transfer …

Himachal Pradesh snow: Shimla, Manali turn white on Christmas; 4 dead, roads closed, tourist influx goes up
2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh snow: Shimla, Manali turn white on Christmas; 4 dead, roads closed, tourist influx goes up

Hindustan Times  

Tourist hubs such as Shimla and Manali in the hill state of Himachal Pradesh have turned into a white wonderland, so have parts of Jammu and Kashmir with fresh snowfall and temperatures going several degrees below freezing point, bringing cheer to tourists visiting the places for Christmas holiday and also woes for vehicles. While people are getting to experience ‘white …

Himachal weather updates: Heavy snowfall leads to closure of over 200 roads as severe cold wave intensifies
2 weeks ago

Himachal weather updates: Heavy snowfall leads to closure of over 200 roads as severe cold wave intensifies

India TV News  

Himachal weather updates: A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed today in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said. Tabo in the Lahaul and Spiti district was the coldest place in Himachal Pradesh, recording a night temperature of minus 10.6 degrees Celsius. Cold wave intensifies in Shimla As the cold wave intensified in Himachal …

Met predict rain, snow from December 27 to 29 in Himachal
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Met predict rain, snow from December 27 to 29 in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

[email protected] An aerial view of snow-covered statue of lord Hanuman at Jakhoo hill after fresh snowfall in Shimla on Tuesday. Amid heavy influx of tourists, Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for another spell of fresh snow as an active Western Disturbance will bring widespread snowfall and rain to the state from December 27 to 29. Met department predicts that under …

Massive Traffic Jam In Manali As People Rush To Hills To Celebrate White Christmas
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Massive Traffic Jam In Manali As People Rush To Hills To Celebrate White Christmas

ABP News  

Himachal Weather: Several people rushed to Manali after fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh to celebrate Christmas and New Year, leading to huge traffic congestion in the hill station on Monday. #WATCH | Himachal Pradesh: Traffic congestion and slow vehicular movement witnessed in Manali as people throng to hilly areas after fresh snowfall pic.twitter.com/hmWfK6Xxjq — ANI December 24, 2024 Around 1,000 …

177 Himachal roads shut amid snowfall as tourists flock in for White Christmas
2 weeks, 1 day ago

177 Himachal roads shut amid snowfall as tourists flock in for White Christmas

India Today  

At least 177 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said on Tuesday. Snowfall was recorded in the Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti and the higher reaches of Shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba and Sirmaur districts. About 174 roads and three national highways are closed and tourists in about 500 vehicles stranded near …

Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued

New Indian Express  

CHANDIGARH: The second light snowfall of the season has brought cheers to the local people and the tourists visiting Shmila, Kullu-Manali, Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts on Monday. The met department has also predicted light rain and snowfall at a few places in the mid and higher hills till Thursday. The weather department has forecast a cold wave at many places …

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Day temperatures dropped sharply in several areas of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh after light rain hit parts of north India on Monday, even as intense cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir with mercury dipping several degrees below freezing point. According to the Met office, Chandigarh, which received light rain during the day, recorded a maximum temperature of …

Himachal weather update: IMD issues 'orange' warning in state amid severe cold wave in lower hills
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Himachal weather update: IMD issues 'orange' warning in state amid severe cold wave in lower hills

India TV News  

Himachal weather update: The local meteorological department has issued an orange warning for severe cold wave conditions in the lower hills and plains of four districts in Himachal Pradesh for the next two days. The affected districts include Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, and Mandi, while cold wave conditions are also likely in Kangra, with ground frost expected in parts of Kangra …

Hill stations record rare early snowfall
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hill stations record rare early snowfall

Hindustan Times  

Shimla in Himachal Pradesh recorded the season’s first snowfall on December 9, the earliest the hill town has received snow in the last 12 years. While the early snow, after nearly two months of a dry spells, triggered winter chill and cold wave conditions over northern plains, including in Delhi, this week, it did not last long owing to comparatively …

Intense cold wave, snowfall hit J&K, Himachal Pradesh; Lahaul-Spiti coldest at minus 12.7 degrees C
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Intense cold wave, snowfall hit J&K, Himachal Pradesh; Lahaul-Spiti coldest at minus 12.7 degrees C

Hindustan Times  

An intense cold wave has hit parts of Himachal Pradesh, with minimum temperatures dropping 3 to 5 degrees below normal in most areas of the state on Tuesday, leading to light snowfall. Tabo in the tribal district of Lahaul and Spiti was the coldest in the state, with a low of minus 12.7 degrees. Spiti’s Kukumseri recorded a low of …

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh

Live Mint  

Breaking a ten-week dry spell, Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, along with the nearby tourist resorts of Kufri, Fagu, Chansel, Narkanda and the Churdhar ranges, as well as several high mountain passes, received the first snowfall of the season on Sunday evening. Snowfall was also recorded in key tourist destinations such as Manali, Kasauli, and Chail since Sunday evening, while Dharamshala experienced …

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked

ABP News  

Shimla, known for its picturesque winters, witnessed snowfall on Sunday, 8 December 2024, marking an early seasonal snowfall after a gap of 52 years since 1972. Meanwhile, continuing intermittent snowfall in Himachal Pradesh’s tribal Lahaul and Spiti districts has intensified cold conditions across adjoining valleys. Himachal Pradesh Snowfall: 87 Roads Including National Highway-03 Blocked The snowfall, although a welcome relief …

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit

Hindustan Times  

Several regions across Himachal Pradesh witnessed the season's first snowfall on Sunday. If you love the cold or just want to witness snowfall or the majestic mountains covered in snow, this is the time to plan your winter wonderland trip to Himachal. Shimla to Spiti Valley; top 5 places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. Shimla The capital of Himachal Pradesh, …

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’
1 month ago

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’

Live Mint  

Temperatures are expected to dip further over northern parts of India after several regions across Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir witnessed season's first snowfall on Sunday. Shimla and the adjoining tourist resort towns of Kufri and Fagu received the season's first snow on Sunday while continuing intermittent snowfall in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh's tribal Lahaul and Spiti …

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH
1 month ago

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH

ABP News  

Heavy snowfall has blanketed the Lahaul and Spiti region of Himachal Pradesh and its surrounding areas on Sunday. Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh: The snowfall has blanketed the region and its surrounding areas pic.twitter.com/MK7iZnxSxB — IANS December 8, 2024 Last month on November 11, Gulmarg received its first snowfall of the season. VIDEO | Himachal Pradesh: Fresh snowfall blankets Shimla, …

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’

Live Mint  

The season's first snowfall has enhanced Jammu and Kashmir's scenic beauty, making it an attractive destination for tourists in the upcoming holiday season. Officials told newswire ANI that the higher reaches of Kashmir received the season's first snowfall, while the plains in lower altitudes were lashed by heavy rainfall. Snowfall in Kashmir | Watch Video J&K's Sonmarg received fresh snowfall …

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations
2 months, 1 week ago

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations

Live Mint  

India offers some of the best places for snowfall during winter, with destinations like Gulmarg, Shimla, Ladakh, Manali, and Mussoorie providing breathtaking landscapes and thrilling activities. Whether you're looking to enjoy snow sports or simply soak in the beauty of snow-capped mountains, these destinations offer something for every winter traveller. Club Mahindra resorts provide excellent options for a comfortable and …

Environmentalists alarmed as Himachal witnesses shift in snowfall patterns
5 months, 1 week ago

Environmentalists alarmed as Himachal witnesses shift in snowfall patterns

The Hindu  

Himachal Pradesh is not just witnessing a reducing snow cover over the years, a gradual shift in snowfall occurrence pattern from winter months towards early summer months is also a noticeable phenomenon occurring in the hill State, raising concern surrounding climate variability in the ecologically fragile Himalayas. The decrease in the snow cover during the peak winter months of December …

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows

Hindustan Times  

Snow cover across the Himalayan region of the state came down 12.9% in 2023-24 compared to the previous year, a study conducted by the State Centre on Climate Change of Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Shimla, has shown. The state receives winter precipitation in the form of snow at higher altitudes and around one-third of the total …

Himachal Pradesh: Landslide Blocks Shimla-Kalka National Highway Near Solan For 5 Hours
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh: Landslide Blocks Shimla-Kalka National Highway Near Solan For 5 Hours

ABP News  

New Delhi: A landslide occurred on Monday morning in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district, leading to the halt of traffic movement on the Shimla-Kalka national highway near Shamlech village, officials said.No casualties were reported from the incident, which occurred around 7:30 am near the Solan bypass. The highest number of road closures, totaling 237, were reported in Lahaul and Spiti, followed …

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow
10 months ago

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow

Live Mint  

Shimla, a picturesque town in Himachal Pradesh, was seen adorned with fresh snowfall, as per a video shared by ANI. The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for light to moderate rainfall or snowfall in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand today. The India Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate rain or snowfall in Jammu and …

5 NH among 441 roads shut as snow, rain lash Himachal
10 months ago

5 NH among 441 roads shut as snow, rain lash Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Snowfall in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh crippled daily life in the tribal Lahaul and Spiti and Kinnaur districts while 441 roads, including five national highways, were closed for traffic. The state’s mid and low hills were lashed by intermittent rain while the India Meteorological Department office in Shimla has issued a red warning for thunderstorms with lightning, hailstorm …

Snowfall in Himachal Pradesh leads to closure of over 500 roads, including 4 national highways
11 months ago

Snowfall in Himachal Pradesh leads to closure of over 500 roads, including 4 national highways

The Hindu  

After consecutive days of moderate to heavy snow in several parts of Himachal Pradesh, 504 roads, including four national highways, in the state were closed for vehicular traffic, officials said. The weather office predicted heavy snow in isolated places of the state on February 4. The local MeT station has issued a ‘yellow’ alert for thunderstorm and lightning in isolated …

Himachal Pradesh shivers at sub-zero temperatures as snowfall, rain continue
11 months ago

Himachal Pradesh shivers at sub-zero temperatures as snowfall, rain continue

Live Mint  

As many as 720 roads, including four national highways, in Himachal Pradesh, are blocked following snow while 2,243 transformers are disrupted. Snowfall and widespread rain caused sharp fall in minimum temperatures and residents in high altitude tribal areas shivered under piercing cold wave conditions with the mercury staying 14-18 degrees Celsius below the freezing point. In the past 24 hours …

Fresh snowfall turns Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal into winter paradise | WATCH
11 months ago

Fresh snowfall turns Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal into winter paradise | WATCH

India TV News  

A fresh round of snowfall in the Northern parts of the country turned the region into a winter lover's dream on Friday. Moderate to heavy snowfall continued in high hills and tribal areas of Himachal Pradesh. Over 566 roads, including six national highways, in the state have been closed for vehicular traffic following heavy snowfall and rain, said Public Works …

Season’s first snowfall in Srinagar, Shimla
11 months, 1 week ago

Season’s first snowfall in Srinagar, Shimla

Hindustan Times  

After two months of dry winter, Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir and Hiamchal’s Shimla received season’s first snowfall on Thursday. Snowfall was also recorded at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Trikuta hills of Reasi in Jammu, and Kupwara, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Baramulla, Budgam, Anantnag, Kulgam and Shopian districts in Kashmir division. “There was 6-8 inches of snow over lower reaches …

Parts of J&K, Himachal and Uttarakhand receive fresh snowfall | Updates
11 months, 1 week ago

Parts of J&K, Himachal and Uttarakhand receive fresh snowfall | Updates

Hindustan Times  

Fresh snowfall blanketed parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand from Wednesday into Thursday morning, causing disruptions to normal life. Srinagar receives season's first snowfall on Thursday On Thursday morning, high-altitude areas in Jammu province, including the revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district, witnessed a new layer of snow. Srinagar saw approximately …

Snowfall disrupts normal life in Himachal, J&K; rainfall in parts of north India intensifies winter chill
11 months, 1 week ago

Snowfall disrupts normal life in Himachal, J&K; rainfall in parts of north India intensifies winter chill

The Hindu  

Snowfall affected normal life in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir on January 31 and rainfall in parts of north India intensified the winter chill in the region, with the IMD predicting above-normal rainfall in February across the country. On Wednesday, normal life was disrupted in Himachal Pradesh as the tribal areas and other high reaches received the first heavy …

With Unprecedented Snowfall Shortage, Winter Drought Grips the Himalayas
11 months, 1 week ago

With Unprecedented Snowfall Shortage, Winter Drought Grips the Himalayas

The Quint  

The iconic snow-capped peaks in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region, usually adorned with a winter white blanket, are noticeably bare this year, especially in the western Himalayas. This abnormal winter, marked by minimal or no snowfall, has triggered concerns among farmers whose livelihoods heavily rely on agriculture. Traditionally, snow is a vital source of sustenance in mountainous regions, providing insulation …

North India shivers under cold wave, Delhi braces for rainfall on THESE days
11 months, 1 week ago

North India shivers under cold wave, Delhi braces for rainfall on THESE days

Live Mint  

Over the past few weeks, North India has been gripped by an intense and bone-chilling cold, exacerbated by plunging temperatures and thick fog that shows no signs of abating. IMD noted that Delhi is expected to experience light rain on both January 31 and February 1 due to the approach of a second western disturbance to the plains. The IMD …

Why Himachal Pradesh had its most rainless January since 1901 | Explained
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Himachal Pradesh had its most rainless January since 1901 | Explained

The Hindu  

January is usually the month when Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh are blanketed with snow. The Himalayan ranges of Uttarakhand have also reported minimal snowfall, with the first bout of snow in January at Auli, a popular hill resort, only reported on January 19. Records from the India Meteorological Department suggest Himachal Pradesh has registered its driest January since 1901, with …

Snowfall likely in Himachal Pradesh from January 25, residents and tourists await the wintry magic
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Snowfall likely in Himachal Pradesh from January 25, residents and tourists await the wintry magic

Hindustan Times  

After witnessing a prolonged dry spell during most of January, Himachal Pradesh is likely to witness snowfall from Thursday. An area is covered with snow as the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh received fresh snowfall, at Kharapathar, in Shimla last week. Snowfall likely in Himachal Pradesh from January 25, residents and tourists await the wintry magic According to the local …

Cause and Effect | The shift in snowfall patterns points to an alarming climate trend
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Cause and Effect | The shift in snowfall patterns points to an alarming climate trend

Hindustan Times  

Winter is here but several parts of the country that are usually covered in sheets of snow this time of the year are sporting swathes of green and brown. Parts of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are similarly facing a“large deficit winter snowfall”, said India Meteorological Department meteorologist Sonam Lotus. “Winter snowfall is extremely crucial for the Indus basin and for …

MeT Forecasts Rain, Snow for Parts of Himachal
1 year ago

MeT Forecasts Rain, Snow for Parts of Himachal

News 18  

The local Met Office has forecast rain and snow at isolated places in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday as a feeble Western Disturbance has affected the state from Friday night, however, White Christmas may elude Shimla city. “A Western Disturbance has affected the state from Friday night and snow and rain can be expected at isolated places and weather would remain …

Sub-zero temperatures in Himachal’s higher reaches
1 year, 2 months ago

Sub-zero temperatures in Himachal’s higher reaches

Hindustan Times  

The temperature dipped to sub-zero levels as the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh got a fresh spell of snowfall on Monday. State capital Shimla received rain but dense fog in certain parts reduced visibility to a few metres. Keylong, the district headquarters of tribal Lahaul and Spiti district, experienced the chilliest night of the season so far with the mercury …

Winter-like chill grips Himachal as day temperature stays 10-20°C below normal
1 year, 7 months ago

Winter-like chill grips Himachal as day temperature stays 10-20°C below normal

Hindustan Times  

Himachal Pradesh experienced winter-like chill in peak summers with day temperatures staying 10 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius below normal as relentless rains lash the hill state on Wednesday. The day temperature in Shimla was 15.6 degrees Celsius while in the famous hill stations Dalhousie, Narkanda, and Kufri it was 12.2 degrees Celsius, 10 degrees Celsius and 11.5 degrees …

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