Delhi-NCR remained in the grip of cold and dense fog on Wednesday as winter conditions continued to disrupt daily life across the national capital. Several areas reported low visibility early in the morning, resulting in slower traffic and inconvenience for commuters. The combined impact of cold winds, fog and cloudy skies made mornings particularly harsh for residents.

Amid the prevailing weather conditions, the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport issued a passenger advisory, confirming that Low Visibility Procedures (LVP) were in effect. In an official update, Delhi Airport said, “Low Visibility Procedures are in progress at Delhi Airport. All flight operations continue as normal. Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information.” While flight operations were largely normal, passengers were advised to stay in touch with airlines for the latest updates due to the possibility of delays.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a latest bulletin, stating that moderate to dense fog is likely to prevail across many parts of Delhi during the morning hours on Wednesday. The sky is expected to remain partly cloudy throughout the day, limiting sunshine.

According to the IMD, while most areas will experience moderate fog, isolated pockets may witness dense fog conditions, especially during early hours. Due to fog and haze, the weather department has issued a Yellow Alert for the entire city. Reduced visibility is expected to impact road traffic during morning hours, particularly on major roads and highways.

Authorities have advised commuters to drive cautiously and maintain safe distances while travelling.

In terms of temperature, Delhi is likely to record a maximum of 21 to 23 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may hover around 9 degrees Celsius. Over the past few days, minimum temperatures have ranged between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius, remaining below normal and intensifying the chill during early mornings and nights.

The IMD noted that cold conditions are likely to continue over the next few days, with foggy mornings remaining a regular feature. Residents, especially children and the elderly, have been advised to take precautions against the cold and remain cautious during foggy conditions

Eight opposition MPs of the Lok Sabha have been suspended today from the remaining part of the Budget Session for their unruly behaviour in the House. These MPs are Manickam Tagore, Amrinder Singh Raja, Gurjeet Singh Aujla, Hibi Eden, Dean Kuriakose, Prashant Padole and Kiran Kumar Reddy of Congress, and S Venkatesan from CPI (M).

The House today witnessed repeated adjournments over various issues, including India-China relation issues and India-US trade deal due to the ruckus created by the opposition parties, including Congress, DMK, Trinamool Congress, Samajwadi Party and others.

When the Lok Sabha assembled after the third adjournment at 3 PM, the opposition MPs started protesting over various issues including the India-China relationship and the India-US trade deal. The Presiding Officer raised an objection towards the unruly behaviour of the MPs for throwing paper towards the Chair.

Later, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju moved a resolution seeking suspension of eight MPs including 7 Congress and one from CPI(M) from the remaining part of the Budget Session for their unruly behaviour and misconduct in the Lok Sabha. The House approved the resolution with voice vote. After that, the Chair adjourned the House for the day to meet again at 11 AM tomorrow.

Earlier, the Lok Sabha witnessed two adjournments due to the protest and uproar created by the opposition MPs. When the House assembled at 12 noon after the first adjournment, discussion on motion of thanks on the President’s address resumed in the House. Leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi raised the issue of India-China relations.

Mr. Gandhi said he has authenticated the magazine article on former Army chief General MM Naravane’s unpublished memoir. The Presiding Officer objected to his speech and said that the Speaker had already given his ruling on it yesterday and Mr. Gandhi must speak only on the motion of thanks on the President’s address. The Chair called on other MPs listed to speak on the Motion of Thanks. Later the Opposition MPs trooped into the well and started sloganeering which led to adjournment of the Lok Sabha till 3 PM.

Earlier when the House met at 11 AM, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla made an obituary reference over the demise of former MP Surupsing Hirya Naik. The House also observed silence as a mark of respect to the departed soul.

Afterwards, the Lok Sabha speaker took up Question Hour in which Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai tried to reply to a question on CAPF training institution but he could not complete his reply following opposition uproar. Mr. Birla expressed concern over the conduct of the opposition members and appealed to them to allow the House to function. The opposition members continued with their protest leading to the adjournment of the House till 12 Noon.

The Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha today took up discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the joint sitting of both the Houses of Parliament, on the commencement of the Budget session. A total of 16 hours have been allotted for the discussion in the Rajya Sabha. Moving the motion, Nominated Member C Sadanandan Master said, President Murmu in her address articulated a clear and confident vision of India’s journeys towards Viksit Bharat.

He said, Government is moving forward on the path of reform express and the country is witnessing unprecedented investment in modern infrastructure. Supporting the motion, Dr. Medha Vishram Kulkarni of BJP said, the President’s address highlights India’s continued progress. Digvijay Singh of Congress alleged that the government is anti-farmer and anti-labour. Sagarika Ghose of TMC alleged that digital systems are enabling cyber fraud and data scams. Sanjay Kumar Jha of JD(U), Tiruchi Siva of DMK, and Ram Gopal Yadav of Samajwadi Party also participated in the discussion, among others. The discussion remained inconclusive. Later, the Upper House took up Special Mentions, after which it was adjourned for the day to meet again tomorrow.

In Lok Sabha, a total of 18 hours have been allotted for the discussion. Moving the motion in the Lower House, Union Minister and BJP MP Sarbananda Sonowal said, the President’s address reflected the government’s vision of social justice, inclusive growth and commitment towards building Viksit Bharat. Mr Sonowal said, before 2014, during Congress led government, India faced policy paralysis, corruption-driven government and delay in execution of projects.

He highlighted that in 2014, when the Narendra Modi government came to power, India has embarked upon a journey of rapid growth and all round progress. Mr Sonowal said that 44 lakh crore rupees have been transferred directly into the account of beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer. Tejasvi Surya of BJP said, in the last 12 years the Narendra Modi government has ensured delivery with dignity and no charge of corruption has been leveled against the government.