In January 2026, 19 US states increased their minimum wage, benefiting over 8 million workers. Hawaii and Washington lead with $16 and $17+ hourly rates, while the federal wage remains stagnant at $7.25. Explore the impact on workers and the economy.
Dense fog disrupts North India with zero visibility in Amritsar. IMD predicts cold wave conditions in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh from Jan 7-9. Get the latest weather updates and safety tips here.
Gurgaon shivered at 5.3°C, its coldest morning this season. IMD warns of dense fog and a further 2-3°C temperature drop across Haryana in the next four days. Get the full forecast.
Chandigarh residents enjoyed the first sunny day of 2025, with temperatures rising to 20.9°C, offering a welcome break from the severe cold wave. The IMD predicts a return to colder conditions soon.
Ahmedabad recorded its coldest day this winter at 12.5°C. IMD forecasts a dip to 11°C on Tuesday. Get the full weather update and city-wise temperatures here.
Goa experiences a slight rise in minimum temperatures, with Panaji at 20.7°C. IMD forecasts a gradual 1-2°C increase over the next few days. Dry weather expected until Jan 11.
Patna and Bihar experience a brief sunny respite from winter chill, but nights remain bitterly cold with temperatures as low as 5.5°C. IMD forecasts dense fog and no major temperature rise for the next 6 days. Read for full weather details.
Lucknow's temperature plummeted to 6°C, marking the coldest night this winter. Dense fog and cold wave grip Uttar Pradesh. Read the full weather forecast and impact details.
IMD reports haze and moisture driving hotter days and unusually warm nights in Pune. Minimum temps hit 18.6°C, 7.3°C above average. Fog alert for North India. Read details.
IMD issues a yellow alert for dense fog and cold wave conditions in Gurgaon and parts of Haryana till January 8. Visibility to drop, traffic likely disrupted. Details inside.
A persistent cold wave continues to freeze North India. IMD forecasts snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal, and Uttarakhand, with dense fog disrupting travel. Get the latest weather updates.
Minimum temperatures dropped across Kashmir Valley, with Gulmarg being the coldest at -5.4°C. Srinagar recorded 3.3°C. The weather department forecasts mainly dry conditions.
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Ahmedabad's minimum temperature touched 15°C, 2.7°C above normal. IMD forecasts a 2-3°C rise in Gujarat's night temperatures over the next three days. Get the full weather update.
Kolkata's minimum temperature rose to 14.2°C, hitting the normal mark after five days. However, the Met Office warns of a renewed chill from Monday. Get the full forecast.
Minimum temperatures rise in Andhra Pradesh as dense morning fog blankets coastal areas and tribal pockets, disrupting daily life and transport. IMD forecasts continued foggy conditions.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature soared to 15.3°C, 3 degrees above normal. IMD forecasts a gradual 2-3°C rise over three days. Get the full weather update for Gujarat.
Goa experiences a drop in night temperatures with Dabolim at 17.4°C. IMD forecasts a gradual rise of 1-2°C in the coming days. Dry conditions likely until Jan 8. Read the full forecast.
Pune begins 2026 with a significant rise in minimum temperatures, marking a shift from the coldest December in over a decade. IMD forecasts a continued warming trend. Read more.
Punjab and Haryana experience above-normal minimum temperatures, with Amritsar at 10.8°C. IMD forecasts dry weather, impacting agriculture and daily life. Read the full weather report.
Kolkata shivers through its coldest New Year's Day in over 15 years with a minimum of 11.6°C. Met forecasts a brief rise before another dip by Jan 10. Get the full weather outlook.
Ludhiana experienced its highest average day temperature in December for eight years, while nights were the coldest in four years. Get the full weather analysis and regional comparisons here.
Punjab and Haryana welcomed 2025 with clear skies and normal visibility. The IMD forecasts dense fog to return from January 2-6. Get the latest weather updates and minimum temperatures here.
Dense to very dense fog disrupts life in Punjab and Haryana, reducing visibility to zero. IMD predicts continued fog and cold wave conditions until Jan 5. Get the latest weather updates.
Kolkata's temperature plunged to 11°C on New Year's Eve, marking the coldest December 31 in over ten years. Get the full weather breakdown and forecast details here.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
Pune is experiencing its coldest year-end mornings since 2018, with minimum temperatures hovering around 10°C. IMD forecasts cold, dry northerly winds to persist. Read for full forecast and city-wise data.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature hit 15.6°C, significantly above normal. IMD forecasts stable weather for Gujarat before a drop. Discover the state's temperature trends.
IMD forecasts a 10°C minimum in Pune, rising to 11°C. City recorded coldest Dec start in a decade. Haze expected, clear skies from Wednesday. Read for full weather details.
Dense to very dense fog blankets Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, causing zero visibility in Amritsar, Jalandhar. Cold wave conditions persist, with Hisar at 2.5°C. IMD forecasts fog until Dec 31 and rainfall from Dec 30. Stay updated on weather ale