Cold Water Baths in Winter: Benefits, Risks & Myths
Are winter cold baths a health flex or a risky trend? Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta explains the real benefits, busts common myths, and reveals who should avoid them. Know the facts before you try.
Are winter cold baths a health flex or a risky trend? Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta explains the real benefits, busts common myths, and reveals who should avoid them. Know the facts before you try.
Kolkata recorded its coldest day of the season at 11 degrees Celsius on December 31, 2025, as per IMD. West Bengal faces severe cold wave conditions. Read more.
Explore the pivotal historical events of 31 December, from Edison's light demo to the Kandahar hijack end and the birth of the East India Company. Discover the figures born and lost on this day.
Explore the pivotal events of 30 December: USSR formed, Bose raised India's flag, Hubble discovered galaxies, and birth anniversaries of Ramana Maharshi & LeBron James. Discover how history shaped today.
Cold weather slows your phone's lithium-ion battery, causing sudden shutdowns. Learn the science and simple daily habits to keep your device running outdoors. Act now to protect your phone this winter.
Discover how controlled cold exposure, like cold showers, activates your brain, improves alertness, mood, and cognitive resilience based on new neuroscience studies.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath orders closure of all schools up to Class 12 until January 1, 2025, as severe cold wave grips the state. Stay updated on safety measures.
IMD predicts dense fog and severe cold day conditions in Uttar Pradesh, including Kanpur, until December 29. Experts warn of chilly winds and health risks. Read for details and safety tips.
East Singhbhum administration declares holiday for all schools up to Class 12 until December 31 due to severe cold wave conditions. Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi issues mandatory order.
Punjab and Haryana face severe cold wave conditions with dense fog disrupting travel. Minimum temperatures plummet, affecting daily life. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Bihar remains in a severe winter grip with dense fog and cold day conditions. IMD's orange alert persists, disrupting life and transport. Key details on temperatures and forecasts inside.
Bhopal celebrated Christmas with a festive chill of 8.4°C and fog. The Met forecasts colder days ahead and issues a fog warning for 16 Madhya Pradesh districts. Read the full weather update.
IMD warns of intense cold wave, dense fog, and fresh snowfall disrupting life across northern, eastern, and central India from Dec 25-30. Stay updated on weather alerts.
IMD forecasts severe cold day conditions & dense fog across Bihar for next 48 hours. Minimum temps to fall by 2-4°C. Patna schools shut for classes up to VIII. Read for district-wise alerts.
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.
IMD forecasts severe cold wave and dense fog to persist across North India until December 28, disrupting travel and daily life. Get the latest weather updates.
Mumbai woke up to a chilly 15.2°C on Monday, with IMD forecasting a further drop to 14°C. Discover the forecast and how it compares to the city's coldest December day on record.
Discover 10 adorable dog breeds perfectly suited for India's colder regions and winter months. Find your perfect furry companion for chilly climates!
Plan your holiday week with our guide to major film & OTT releases from Dec 22-28, 2025. Featuring Anaconda, Tu Meri Main Tera, Stranger Things S5, and regional cinema.
IMD Patna issues orange alert for 26 Bihar districts as cold day conditions worsen. Gaya records lowest temp at 8°C. Dense fog disrupts travel; relief measures activated.
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Rajasthan reels under cold conditions with Fatehpur hitting 5.4°C. Jaipur at 10.8°C. The IMD forecasts similar weather for the next 24 hours. Stay warm and check the latest updates.
A sharp chill hit Kolkata, dropping max temp by over 5°C to 20.7°C. Met office warns of further dip to 14°C post-Christmas. This December is the coldest in 10 years. Read for full forecast.
Gurgaon shivered through its coldest night this season as temperatures dropped to 6.4°C. IMD issues a yellow alert for dense fog. Read about the cold day conditions and the forecast.
Mumbai woke up to its coldest morning this winter at 14.6°C, 3.4°C below normal. IMD attributes chill to clear skies & northerly winds. Cool spell to continue.
Explore the major historical events of 20 December, from Belgium's independence to Jasubhai Patel's legendary bowling and International Human Solidarity Day. Discover the births and deaths of notable figures.
Nashik records season's coldest night at 7.4°C, with Niphad at 5.4°C. Grape farmers fear for crops as chill persists. IMD forecasts gradual rise in day temps. Read the full weather report.
Uttar Pradesh shivered as dense fog caused severe cold day conditions. Lucknow's max temp plunged to 15.5°C, Bahraich to 13.4°C. No relief expected for 2 days. Read the full weather update.
A severe cold wave tightens its grip on Uttar Pradesh, prompting a red alert in 50 districts. Deities are wrapped in wool, and authorities scramble to protect the vulnerable. Read about the crisis and official response.
Delhi shivers as maximum temperature plunges to 20.1°C, marking the coldest December day this season. IMD warns of dense fog and colder days ahead. Stay updated.