Cold wave kills seven in Bihar

Patna: An intense cold wave has claimed seven lives in Bihar, an official said on Wednesday.

A weather official said the chill and icy winds would continue for some days.

According to the state disaster management department, four people died in Muzaffarpur district and one each in Gaya, Patna and Chapra.

A dense fog has disrupted air and rail services in Bihar, with several flights delayed and long-distance trains running late.