News India Live, Digital Desk: It seems that with the beginning of 2026, nature has decided to give us humans a tough test. Today (January 8, 2026) two completely opposite but dangerous news regarding the weather are coming from two different corners of India. On one hand, cyclonic circulation has created an environment of monsoon-like rain in the south and coastal areas, while on the other hand, the severe cold wave in North India has forced people to hide under the quilts. According to the Meteorological Department (IMD), the next 5 days are going to be very heavy for us. There is a stir in the Bay of Bengal – rain alert over the Bay of Bengal. The cyclonic circulation has now deepened further. This is going to have a direct impact on our maritime areas and South India. The department has warned that there may be heavy rain for the next 5 days. People who are currently holidaying near the sea or living on the coasts, need to be very careful. This sudden unseasonal rain can cause great damage to agriculture. What is the condition of Delhi, UP and Bihar? Now if we move towards North India, the scene here is completely different. ‘Colorful fog’ and ‘cold wave’ in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Bihar have refreshed all the old memories. The cold of Delhi is feeling like ‘icy torture’ at the moment. Visibility is reaching near zero in the morning, due to which trains and flights have been put on hold. The situation in UP and Bihar is such that the sun is not showing any sign of coming out. Due to the bone-chilling winds, concerns about the health of children and the elderly have also increased. The administration has changed the timing of schools in many districts or extended the holidays. What will be the impact on normal life? The next 5 days can be quite challenging because: Impact on travel: If you are planning to travel somewhere, wait! Due to heavy rain and fog, there can be hours of delay in road and rail travel. Health care: This change between cold and humidity can give rise to cold, cough and joint pain. Electricity and supply: Bad weather can also affect the power lines, so make backup preparations in advance.