The national capital ushered in 2025 with cold weather and polluted air. On Wednesday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 239 at 8 am, placing it in the "poor" category, while the minimum temperature dipped to 7.

Delhi News Live Updates: New Delhi woke up to a foggy New Year’s morning as shallow to moderate fog blanketed the city on Wednesday, impacting visibility and adding to the winter chill. The maximum temperature was recorded at a mild 18.0°C, while the mercury plunged to a cold 8.0°C during the early hours.

The CAQM data shows that 2024 was one of the best years in respect to the air quality in the National capital. February, December and August recorded the best average Air Quality Index (AQI) in six years,

Over 15,000 cops were deployed across the city to ensure the smooth passage of traffic and minimal disturbances on New Year's Eve.