New Delhi, Jan. 27 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy snowfall in parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Leh, heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi-NCR, and hailstorms in Rajasthan. Here's a state-wise weather update:

The IMD issued yellow and orange alerts in parts of Jammu and Kashmir for Tuesday, January 27. Heavy snow is expected in areas such as Kishtwar, Kulgam, Bandipora, Srinagar, Pulwama and Kupwara. Thunderstorms and hailstorms are also expected in some regions.

Among areas on orange alert are: Jammu, Anantnag, Udhampur, Samba, Kathua, Kishtwar, Pulwama, Reasi and Ganderbal.

The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has been closed due to fresh snowfall in and around the NAVYUG Tunnel, according to Tra...