The IMD has predicted rain in northwest India over the next two-three days due to back-to-back western disturbances.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has lifted Stage III restrictions in Delhi-NCR after a significant improvement in the air quality index (AQI).

Dense fog blanketed Delhi for the second consecutive morning, reducing visibility to zero in multiple areas and disrupting transportation.

The IMD has forecasted that dense to very dense fog will persist over the weekend, with the national capital likely to experience a cold wave for the next few days. It also predicted light to moderate rainfall for January 6,

According to forecasts from the India Meteorological Department and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, the air quality is predicted to improve further -- from "severe" to "poor" -- due to favourable meteorological conditions.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked the Stage-3 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR, citing improved air quality. Notably, the air quality index (AQI) in Delhi dropped to 324,

The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast highlighted favorable meteorological conditions, including better wind speed, as the key factors contributing to the declining pollution levels.

The CAQM has withdrawn Stage-III restrictions under the GRAP in Delhi-NCR due to improving air quality indexes. Officials stated that Stage-I and Stage-II measures remain active. The AQI improvements are credited to favorable weather and higher wind speeds.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-III measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi-NCR, following improvements in air quality. While Stage-III actions were lifted,