New Delhi remains gripped by a cold wave as the city shivers on the final day of 2024, even amidst New Year celebrations. After a sharp drop in night temperatures, Delhi woke up to thick fog once again,

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a gradual decrease in temperatures across parts of northwest and central India, including Delhi, in the coming days. As the cold wave tightens its grip,

According to the Meteorological department, there is a prediction of these conditions remaining in place until January 1. These conditions will impact visibility and lower daytime temperatures.

After a sharp drop in night temperatures, Delhi again woke up to dense fog on New Year's Eve. Dense fog conditions are expected to improve from January 3.

The weather department forecasted a 'cold day' with dense fog in most areas during the early morning. Clear skies are expected later.

Delhi experienced overcast skies and winds while the humidity level fluctuated between 81 and 87 per cent, the weather office said.

Northern India is set to experience cold day conditions while Tamil Nadu faces heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department warns of dense fog in the northwest, with an orange alert issued for Rajasthan,