Cyclone Arnab latest news: During cyclonic storm Arnab, more than 900 babies were born in Odisha with man ...More

Cyclone Arnab latest news: During cyclonic storm Arnab, more than 900 babies were born in Odisha with many mothers shifted to hospitals. The government prioritized the safety of pregnant women by transferring them for deliveries before the cyclone. Various names, including Arnab and Barsha, were chosen inspired by the storm's impact. Medical officials reported that the health of mothers and newborns was stable post-delivery. ...Less

The Indian Railways cancelled at least 50 trains in the region as a precaution, while traffic restriction ...More

The Indian Railways cancelled at least 50 trains in the region as a precaution, while traffic restrictions were imposed on many coastal roads in the region. Two IndiGo flights connecting Vijayawada with Chennai and Bengaluru were also cancelled during the day. ...Less

The Andaman and Nicobar administration has ordered all schools to remain closed for two days. This decisi ...More

The Andaman and Nicobar administration has ordered all schools to remain closed for two days. This decision comes as Cyclone Arnab approaches the Bay of Bengal and intensifies. Residents are urged to follow safety guidelines and avoid coastal activities during this period. Fisherfolk are also advised not to venture into the sea due to rough conditions. ...Less

Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced preparations for cyclone Arnab, expected to make ...More

Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced preparations for cyclone Arnab, expected to make landfall on October 28. The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall and rough seas in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Specific responsibilities have been assigned to various departments for coordinated disaster response measures. The government aims for zero casualties during the impending weather event. ...Less

Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, prompting extensive preparations in both Odisha an ...More

Cyclone Arnab is approaching the Andhra Pradesh coast, prompting extensive preparations in both Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Authorities have cancelled numerous train and flight services to ensure the safety of travelers. Thousands of people have been relocated to cyclone shelters across the affected regions in preparation for the storm's landfall. Emergency teams and supplies have been mobilised to respond to the cyclone's impact effectively. ...Less

The Odisha government is mobilizing personnel and resources in anticipation of a severe cyclonic storm fo ...More

The Odisha government is mobilizing personnel and resources in anticipation of a severe cyclonic storm forecasted to make landfall. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered the cancellation of leaves for officials to ensure readiness. Heavy rainfall and gusty winds are expected in southern and coastal districts, prompting public safety measures. Collectors in affected areas are preparing cyclone shelters for potential evacuations. ...Less

Severe cyclone Arnab is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coast on October 28, bringing stro ...More

Severe cyclone Arnab is expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coast on October 28, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and a possible storm surge. Authorities have shifted more than 1,300 pregnant women to hospitals, cancelled flights and stepped up railway monitoring. West Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand have also issued weather alerts or evacuation preparations ahead of the storm’s wider impact. ...Less

Cyclone Arnab crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast early Wednesday after triggering mass evacuations and disr ...More

Cyclone Arnab crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast early Wednesday after triggering mass evacuations and disrupting transport. Officials reported strong winds, heavy rainfall, turbulent seas and a risk of storm surges in low-lying coastal areas. Authorities issued flash flood alerts across 15 districts, while flight cancellations and precautionary restrictions affected parts of the state. ...Less

According to the India Meteorological Department, Cyclone Arnab is anticipated to intensify and make land ...More

According to the India Meteorological Department, Cyclone Arnab is anticipated to intensify and make landfall near the Andhra Pradesh coastline. The cyclone may generate sustained winds of 115-125 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 140 km/h. As the cyclone nears, heavy rainfall is expected in both Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Authorities are urgently reviewing their readiness and response strategies to mitigate potential disruptions as they closely monitor the developing situation. ...Less

Cyclone Arnab: A depression over the Bay of Bengal is moving towards the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odish ...More

Cyclone Arnab: A depression over the Bay of Bengal is moving towards the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odisha coast, triggering school closures, evacuation preparations and a red alert in southern Odisha, even as questions swirl over whether the system will turn into Cyclone Arnab. ...Less

Thousands of twin city dwellers on Friday made a beeline for shops to stock up on vegetables and dry food ...More

Thousands of twin city dwellers on Friday made a beeline for shops to stock up on vegetables and dry food. The mad rush led to a steep rise in prices of chura (fl attened rice ), potatoes and candles. ...Less

BJP president Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit the cyclone and flood affected districts of Odisha on N ...More

BJP president Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit the cyclone and flood affected districts of Odisha on November 1. ...Less

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting on the Territorial Army's effectiveness. Discussions foc ...More

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting on the Territorial Army's effectiveness. Discussions focused on enhancing the reserve force's overall capabilities and contributions. The Territorial Army provides surge capacity and acts as a citizen-soldier force. Members contribute to environmental conservation and social work initiatives. ...Less

The inter-ministerial central team led by Saurav Ray, Joint Secretary (CEPI), Ministry of Home Affairs, w ...More

The inter-ministerial central team led by Saurav Ray, Joint Secretary (CEPI), Ministry of Home Affairs, was apprised by the state government on the damages done by the calamity. Though there were no major damages to the electrical infrastructures and buildings, the extremely heavy rainfall during the calamity had severely damaged the standing crops. ...Less

According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), the deep depression remained practically stationary d ...More

According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), the deep depression remained practically stationary during the last six hours and weakened into a depression over the same region. It lay centred close to west of Machilipatnam. ...Less

The low-pressure area is very likely to move north-westwards and intensify into a depression over the sou ...More

The low-pressure area is very likely to move north-westwards and intensify into a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal, and into a cyclonic storm over the east-central Bay of Bengal, India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director-General Mrutunjay Mohapatra said. ...Less

Hours ahead of its landfall in Orissa, US experts have described Phailin as the strongest tropical cyclon ...More

Hours ahead of its landfall in Orissa, US experts have described Phailin as the strongest tropical cyclone to affect India in 14 years. ...Less

An eight-member inter-ministerial central team is scheduled to undertake a two-day tour to cyclone Hudhud ...More

An eight-member inter-ministerial central team is scheduled to undertake a two-day tour to cyclone Hudhud affected districts of Odisha from tomorrow, officials said. ...Less

As the very severe cyclonic storm hit Visakhapatanam yesterday noon, the calamity had its impact on the s ...More

As the very severe cyclonic storm hit Visakhapatanam yesterday noon, the calamity had its impact on the southern region of Odisha close to Andhra Pradesh. ...Less

One of the major positives for the state was its progress towards becoming a Naxal-free state, with secur ...More

One of the major positives for the state was its progress towards becoming a Naxal-free state, with security forces neutralising six red rebels, including CPI(Maoist) central committee member Ganesh Uike, who carried a bounty of Rs 1.1 crore on his head. ...Less

While standing paddy crops were hit in thousands of hectares in southern Odisha due to untimely rain, oth ...More

While standing paddy crops were hit in thousands of hectares in southern Odisha due to untimely rain, other crops were damaged too. ...Less

Cyclone Yaas is expected to cross north Odisha-West Bengal coasts between Paradip and Sagar Island around ...More

Cyclone Yaas is expected to cross north Odisha-West Bengal coasts between Paradip and Sagar Island around Wednesday noon as a “very severe cyclonic storm”. ...Less

Representatives of WB and ADB met CM Naveen Patnaik and told him about their assistance for the calamity ...More

Representatives of WB and ADB met CM Naveen Patnaik and told him about their assistance for the calamity hit people. ...Less

As many as 42 teams of Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) and 24 squads of National Disaster Resp ...More

As many as 42 teams of Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) and 24 squads of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), along with fire brigade personnel, have been dispatched to the seven districts -- Gajapati, Ganjam, Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nabarangpur, Kandhamal. ...Less

Tarun Vijay said, "It has become a parking place for the retired...Even the CAG has criticised it in its ...More

Tarun Vijay said, "It has become a parking place for the retired...Even the CAG has criticised it in its report last year." ...Less

Mohapatra, often referred as the 'Cyclone Man' of India, advised people not to believe in rumours and ins ...More

Mohapatra, often referred as the 'Cyclone Man' of India, advised people not to believe in rumours and instead follow the information being shared by the IMD. "We are keeping a close watch on the possible system brewing in the Bay of Bengal and further information will be shared as and when a clearer picture emerges," he said. ...Less

Coastal areas of the state, according to IMD, may witness cyclonic storm on Wednesday which is expected t ...More

Coastal areas of the state, according to IMD, may witness cyclonic storm on Wednesday which is expected to intensify over the week. ...Less

Manappuram Finance is a midcap company, operating in finance sector. ...More

Manappuram Finance is a midcap company, operating in finance sector. ...Less

The 39th National Junior Athletics Championships in Odisha, set for October 25, has been postponed due to ...More

The 39th National Junior Athletics Championships in Odisha, set for October 25, has been postponed due to an impending cyclone. The event was to occur at Kalinga Stadium. The IMD warns of a severe cyclonic storm approaching the eastern coast. New dates will be announced soon by the Athletics Federation of India. ...Less

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal will intensify and reach Bangladesh and adjoining West Benga ...More

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal will intensify and reach Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal coasts as a severe cyclonic storm by Sunday evening, the IMD has said. ...Less

Known informally as HAM radio operators, these hobbyists use wireless radio sets and antennas - both stat ...More

Known informally as HAM radio operators, these hobbyists use wireless radio sets and antennas - both static as well as mobile -- to interact with fellow HAM users across the world, a technique developed over a century ago. ...Less

The Left stands decimated. CPI-M, recorded its worst electoral performance since its formation in 1964, w ...More

The Left stands decimated. CPI-M, recorded its worst electoral performance since its formation in 1964, winning just nine seats. ...Less

While more than 500,000 people in West Bengal and 158,640 people in Odisha have been evacuated, disaster ...More

While more than 500,000 people in West Bengal and 158,640 people in Odisha have been evacuated, disaster management officials said they are taking extra caution in view of the Covid-19 pandemic. ...Less

'Yaas' is likely to move north-northwestwards and intensify further into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm dur ...More

'Yaas' is likely to move north-northwestwards and intensify further into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm during the next 12 hours, the IMD said in its latest bulletin issued at 9.10 am on Tuesday. The Met department added that wind speeds will increase to 155-165 kmph gusting to 185 kmph over northwest Bay of Bengal and along and off north Odisha and adjoining West Bengal coasts. ...Less

The new cyclone will also bring the crucial southwest monsoon winds along with it to the Andaman Sea by M ...More

The new cyclone will also bring the crucial southwest monsoon winds along with it to the Andaman Sea by May 21, the first major milestone in its progress towards the country. ...Less

"The block has been set up primarily to raise issues affecting the people in Parliament," Sitaram Yechury ...More

"The block has been set up primarily to raise issues affecting the people in Parliament," Sitaram Yechury said. ...Less

Odisha is on high alert as a cyclonic storm brews in the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is expected from O ...More

Odisha is on high alert as a cyclonic storm brews in the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is expected from October 27. While not a direct landfall, widespread downpours and gusty winds are forecast. State departments are prepared for the impending storm. Coastal and southern districts will see significant rain. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea. ...Less

The name of the Cyclone 'Fani', pronounced as 'Foni' was suggested by Bangladesh. It means 'Snake' or 'ho ...More

The name of the Cyclone 'Fani', pronounced as 'Foni' was suggested by Bangladesh. It means 'Snake' or 'hood of snake'. ...Less

Flight operations at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar are suspended for 16 hours from Th ...More

Flight operations at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar are suspended for 16 hours from Thursday evening due to cyclone Dana. The cyclone, with wind speeds of up to 120 kmph, is expected to make landfall between Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port by Friday morning. East Coast Railway canceled 198 trains. ...Less

Odisha is bracing itself for the force of cyclone Montha, with a robust response underway. More than 2,00 ...More

Odisha is bracing itself for the force of cyclone Montha, with a robust response underway. More than 2,000 relief centers are actively supporting residents in eight southern districts as authorities prioritize safety. In a proactive maneuver, over 11,000 individuals have been safely evacuated, with a zero-casualty goal in sight. Rescue teams are fully mobilized, while tourist access has been restricted. ...Less

Cyclone Dana landfall updates: Cyclone Dana is likely to hit the north Odisha and West Bengal coasts, bet ...More

Cyclone Dana landfall updates: Cyclone Dana is likely to hit the north Odisha and West Bengal coasts, between Puri and Sagar Island, on the intervening night of October 24 and 25. Cyclone Dana is expected to make a landfall over the coastal states of West Bengal and Odisha on Thursday. Odisha has been put on high alert and the state government is taking all necessary precautions. ...Less

Cyclone Montha has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. It is moving towards the Andhra Pradesh coas ...More

Cyclone Montha has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm. It is moving towards the Andhra Pradesh coast and is expected to make landfall on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Coastal areas in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha are experiencing heavy rainfall and strong winds. Authorities are taking precautionary measures, including sheltering fishermen and shifting people from vulnerable zones. ...Less

Depression over Bay of Bengal: A low-pressure system in the Southwest Bay of Bengal by May 22, 2024, will ...More

Depression over Bay of Bengal: A low-pressure system in the Southwest Bay of Bengal by May 22, 2024, will intensify into a depression by May 24, causing heavy rainfall in northern Odisha and West Bengal. The sea is also expected to be rough. Fishermen should avoid the Central and North Bay of Bengal from May 23. ...Less

PM showered praises on the fraternity for improving India's R&D culture across the sectors. He made a spe ...More

PM showered praises on the fraternity for improving India's R&D culture across the sectors. He made a special mention of the last one decade. ...Less

Cyclone Montha weather forecast: Cyclone Montha is intensifying and is set to make landfall on the Andhra ...More

Cyclone Montha weather forecast: Cyclone Montha is intensifying and is set to make landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kakinada on October 28 evening as a severe cyclonic storm. Heavy rain and strong winds are expected along India's east coast, prompting red alerts in several Andhra Pradesh districts and school closures across affected states. ...Less

Cyclone Montha is poised to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28 evening, bringing extremely hea ...More

Cyclone Montha is poised to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28 evening, bringing extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds. The India Meteorological Department has issued red and orange alerts for several districts in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu, with Odisha and West Bengal also anticipating heavy rain and thunderstorms. ...Less

IMD forecasts low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal, bringing rain to Odisha. Skymet predicts depression w ...More

IMD forecasts low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal, bringing rain to Odisha. Skymet predicts depression with thunderstorm activities. Monsoon advances into Nicobar Islands and South Andaman Sea, expected in Kerala by May 31st ...Less