A dense fog engulfed Delhi and surrounding areas early this morning, causing major disruptions. As of 7:30 am, 184 flights were delayed, and 7 flights were cancelled at Delhi Airport. Additionally, 26 trains bound for Delhi were running late, with schedule changes for 6 others. Road traffic also slowed due to the low visibility. Delhi Airport issued repeated warnings, advising passengers to stay updated on flight status. The city recorded a temperature of 9°C, with the India Meteorological Department predicting more fog and cloudy skies, along with possible light rain later in the day.

A powerful Arctic storm is set to hit the UK next week, bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures. Weather maps show up to 5 inches of snow in Scotland, especially between Inverness and Dundee, on Saturday, 25 January. The snow will spread to areas like Manchester, Newcastle, Cardiff, and west London. Temperatures could drop as low as -1°C in the north, with an average of 0°C across the UK. Forecasters warn this could be the winter’s harshest cold spell. The Met Office predicts a mix of rain, wind, and brief snowy periods through late January and early February.

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu region on Monday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The tremor, centered in Miyazaki Prefecture, had a depth of 37 km and reached an intensity of lower 5 on Japan's 0–7 seismic scale. Authorities issued tsunami advisories for Miyazaki and Kochi prefectures, but no damage or casualties were reported. The Hyuga-Nada Sea region recorded the quake. Japan, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences seismic activity. This follows a series of devastating earthquakes, including a 7.1-magnitude quake in Tibet last week that left 126 dead and over 300 injured.

The UK's bitter cold snap is easing, with temperatures rising to double digits on Monday. The Met Office warns of localised flooding as ice and snow melt, with 30 flood alerts and 2 flood warnings issued across England. Scotland saw a record low of -18.9°C last week, but milder conditions are expected, reaching up to 12°C in some regions. The Environment Agency remains vigilant, deploying flood defences and aiding affected communities. Southern England will see sunny spells, while the north faces rain. The cold weather health alert continues until Tuesday, cautioning risks for vulnerable populations.

Wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed 24 lives, including former Australian child star Rory Sykes, and caused $135-150 billion in damages. The Palisades Fire, covering 23,600 acres, is 11% contained, while the Eaton Fire, at 14,000 acres, is 15% contained. Over 12,000 structures have been destroyed, forcing 1 lakh people to evacuate. A fire tornado was spotted in the San Fernando Valley. California Governor Gavin Newsom called it a historic disaster and vowed to rebuild, while President-elect Donald Trump criticized local authorities. Strong winds are expected to worsen the situation through Wednesday, as investigations into the cause continue.

Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) improved slightly to 327 but remains in the 'very poor' category. Neighbouring areas like Gurugram, Noida, and Ghaziabad reported 'poor' AQIs between 201-222. On January 11, Delhi’s AQI exceeded 400, with some zones recording over 450. The Central Pollution Control Board reinstated Stage 3 anti-pollution measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) due to rising pollution from unfavorable weather. Measures were lifted on January 5 but returned on January 9. Light rain forecast by the IMD could further improve air quality in the coming days.

Temperatures plunged to -18.9°C in the Highland village of Roybridge, Scotland, marking the UK’s coldest January night since 2010. The average January low for northern Scotland is 0.3°C. Over 50 schools were shut in the Highlands, with closures in Aberdeenshire, Moray, and Shetland as freezing weather persisted. The UK Health Security Agency extended its cold weather alert until January 14, warning of increased health risks. Milder air is forecast from Sunday, with temperatures reaching 10-14°C next week, potentially causing snowmelt and flooding. Scottish Water reported a 30% rise in burst pipes due to the extreme cold.

Britain recorded its coldest January night in 15 years, with temperatures plunging to -18.7°C in Altnaharra, Scotland. The last such extreme cold was in 2010 when Altnaharra hit -22.3°C. Other areas, like Shap in Cumbria, saw lows of -11°C, while Heathrow dropped to -5°C. The average January lows are 0.3°C in Scotland and around 1.5°C in England. The UK Health Security Agency extended a cold weather alert until January 14, warning of increased health risks, especially for older people. While temperatures are set to rise slightly next week, the Met Office warns the weather will still feel chilly.

Dense fog in parts of Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad on January 11 caused disruptions, delaying over 100 flights and 45 trains. The fog reduced visibility to zero in several areas, prompting multiple advisories from Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) to keep passengers informed about flight statuses. Despite low visibility procedures, flight operations remained unaffected. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached ‘severe’ levels at 409 in the morning, later settling at 397. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts rain and thunderstorms for the weekend along with continued foggy conditions in the morning.

NHS bosses warn that current pressures in accident-and-emergency units in the UK are as severe as during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Flu cases continue to rise, with over 5,400 patients hospitalized daily in England. NHS England's Prof Sir Stephen Powis described the situation as "exceptional," with some frontline workers saying the strain mirrors pandemic days. With cold weather compounding the crisis, around 20 NHS trusts have declared critical incidents. Long waits for ambulances and A&E treatment are common, raising concerns about emergency services. Flu cases are more than three times higher than this time last year.