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The Met department predicts the storm will move in a north-easterly direction over the East Central Arabian Sea in the coming 36 hours.

Cyclone Montha: Rain lashes parts of Odisha; landslides, damage to properties reported

Several incidents of landslides, uprooting of trees, and damage to houses have been reported from various districts in Odisha, an official at the Special Relief Commissioner’s office said.

Bajrang Dal leader’s murder sparks tension in MP town, suspect's father dies by suicide hours later

Nilesh Rajak, 35, a former ‘gau seva pramukh’ for the Bajrang Dal's Katni unit, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in the Kaimor police station area.

Cyclone Montha leaves Hyderabad waterlogged, IMD issues critical alert for several Telangana districts

IMD's Hyderabad unit has issued a critical red alert for Khammam and Warangal districts. An orange alert is in effect for a wider area, including the districts of Kothagudem, Hanamkonda, Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Vikarabad and Suryapet.



Cyclone Montha emergency helplines: Districtwise list for Andhra Pradesh and Odisha

In light of the development, state governments have taken precautionary measures, evacuating coastal settlements and beaches and setting up helpline numbers.

Free, subsidised electricity a barrier to adopt solar power in Tamil Nadu: White paper

The white paper, titled "Advancing Distributed, Equitable Solar Energy in Tamil Nadu", aims to facilitate higher clean energy deployment in Tamil Nadu.

Cyclone Montha: 60 Andhra fishing trawlers take shelter at Odisha's Gopalpur Port amid rough seas

Cyclone Montha: Deputy Director of Fisheries Prasad Kar said each trawler from Andhra Pradesh had around eight to ten crew members, all of whom are being provided with essential supplies at Odisha's Gopalpur Port. About 28 trawlers anchored near the port’s breakwater on Monday, while the remaining vessels arrived on Tuesday.

Delhi's AQI improves slightly but remains 'poor', minimum temp 18.2°C

Despite the overall improvement, 11 out of Delhi's 38 monitoring stations continued to record AQI in "very poor" range with reading above 300, data from the CPCB's Sameer app showed.

Rs 64 lakh per sortie: Why experts say Delhi's costly cloud seeding project can't fix winter smog

The budget for cloud seeding is over Rs 3.2 crore for five trials, translating to approximately Rs 64 lakh per sortie. 



Delhi AQI remains in ‘poor’ category despite cloud seeding attempts

The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 275, placing it in the ‘poor’ category, according to the Air Quality Early Warning System at 5.30 am. The temperature at the time was 18.8°C.

Why didn’t Delhi get rain after cloud seeding? Scientists explain what went wrong and what’s next

When pollution levels are dangerously high, cloud seeding can help reduce it temporarily by bringing down dust and particulate matter through rain.

Montha mayhem: Cyclone batters Andhra coast, leaves one dead

Eight flights scheduled for Tirupati, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai at Rajahmundry airport were cancelled on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Only three morning flights managed to take off for Hyderabad and New Delhi before operations were halted due to bad weather.

Montha weakens after landfall, IMD predicts heavy rain in Telangana, Andhra

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday said that Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Montha' has weakened into a Cyclonic Storm over the coastal Andhra Pradesh and will maintain the intensity of cyclonic storm during the next six hours.

Tejasvi Surya seeks to scrap Bengaluru tunnel road project, DK Shivakumar says 'bring funds from Centre’ for public transport

Citing figures from the government’s detailed project report (DPR), Surya said the tunnel road would carry only about 1,800 vehicles per hour in one direction, while a Metro line can move up to 69,000 people at the same time.

Watch: Aircraft seeds clouds in Delhi to bring rain to clear toxic air

IIT Kanpur conducted a cloud seeding mission to trigger artificial rainfall in Delhi. The modified Cessna-206H aircraft dispersed hygroscopic (salt-based) seeding agents into existing clouds over northwest Delhi.

Delhi murder case: How blackmail plot over intimate clips led to UPSC aspirant's death

The lives of Ramkesh Meena, 32 and Amrita Chauhan, 21, first intersected this May. An instant connection led to a coffee date and the swift exchange of numbers, culminating in the couple moving in together in Delhi by August.

Cyclone Montha's long reach: Delhi-NCR braces for ripple effects, heavy rain alert for UP's Varanasi, Mirzapur

Hundreds of kilometres from the storm’s centre, the weather in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi-NCR is going to be directly influenced by the cyclone’s remnants.

First cloud-seeding trial conducted in parts of Delhi

The trial, aimed at inducing artificial rain to tackle air pollution in the capital, is part of the Delhi government's broader strategy to mitigate deteriorating air quality during the winter months.

Airline cabin crew member dies by suicide after party in Hyderabad

The woman was found hanging in her room on October 24 by her flatmate and colleagues after the group had reportedly partied at the apartment earlier, Hyderabad police said.

Cough syrup tragedy: Drug company's medical representative held in MP

The company's medical representative, Satish Verma, was arrested from Chhindwara on the intervening night of Sunday-Monday and was being questioned, Sub Divisional Officer of Police, Parasia, Jitendra Kumar Jaat said. The police have so far arrested six persons in the case, including the pharma company's owner G Ranganathan and Dr Praveen Soni, who prescribed the syrup to children.

Cyclone Montha: All 32 flights operating from Vizag Airport cancelled

Cyclone Montha: Similarly, four flights were cancelled in Tirupati Airport. Meanwhile, 120 trains were cancelled in total on October 27 and Tuesday across the South Central Railway (SCR) Zone, said a railway official.

Delhi airport terminal bus catches fire, no passengers onboard

The incident occurred at Delhi airport’s Terminal 3. No passengers were on board the bus at the time of the incident. Responding swiftly, the airport’s own fire squad brought the situation under control.

Brazalian model molested in Bengaluru; cops take delivery agent into custody

The woman managed to push him away and secure the door before he could enter the flat, officials stated.
The delivery platform he worked for has since removed him from his position.

Delhi artificial rain: Plane set to carry out cloud seeding trial takes off from Kanpur - Here's how it will be done

A plane designated for cloud seeding took off from Kanpur, marking the first step in the government’s plan to induce artificial rainfall and curb rising pollution levels in Delhi.

CM Yogi announces renaming UP village Mustafabad to Kabir Dham - 'No Muslim family lives here'

The new name, Kabir Dham, pays homage to the 15th-century mystic poet and saint Kabir, who is revered across communities for his teachings that transcended religious divides.

Cyclone 'Montha': Met dept issues storm warning to ports in Tamil Nadu

As the cyclone 'Montha' intensified into a severe cyclonic storm, all eyes are on Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, which is expected to receive heavy rainfall on Tuesday.

Hyderabad on high alert as Cyclone Montha threatens city-wide flooding, travel bans

The IMD’s seven-day forecast indicates that the rainfall in Hyderabad will intensify on Wednesday, with heavy falls expected in parts of the city.

Tipu Sultan’s palace in Karnataka defaced; miscreants scribble Lawrence Bishnoi’s name into structure

The act of vandalism went unnoticed for days despite the site being under the supervision of the tourism, horticulture, and district police departments. Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace at Nandigiridhama in Karnataka’s Chikkaballapur taluk falls under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India.

MP man run over by Thar, daughters stripped and beaten in brutal hour-long assault

The case quickly escalated into a political issue. The opposition Congress party alleged that the main accused was associated with the BJP.

Chennai on orange alert as Cyclone Montha intensifies; from traffic snarls to power cuts – what you need to know

The storm’s structure remains sheared, with its most potent cloud cover and rainfall situated to the west, a clear indication that Tamil Nadu’s coastline is already experiencing its initial effects.



Bus catches fire after hitting high-tension wire in Rajasthan's Jaipur, 2 killed, many injured

The incident was reported from the Manoharpur area in Rajasthan's Jaipur. The bus was transporting labourers to a brick kiln located in Todi village when the accident occurred near the kiln site.

Bengaluru cyber heist: How a plumber and class 10 graduate aided Rs 47 crore fintech hack

They two are accused of being key local players for the overseas criminals.
The investigation was launched on August 8 after a senior manager at Whizdm Finance Private Limited, which operates ‘Moneyview’ instant loan app, filed a formal complaint.

Tamil Nadu weather: Tiruvallur braces for heavy rainfall as Cyclone Montha intensifies, schools closed

According to Chennai-based Regional Meteorology Centre's (RMC) latest bulletin, isolated places over Chengalpattu, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Ranipet, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Tirupattur, Villupuram, Tenkasi, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi and Kanyakumari districts in Tamil Nadu will likely see moderate rain with light thunderstorm and lightning.

Chennai Metro to install anti-drag passenger door feature on 52 trains – Here’s how it will enhance safety

At present, Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) trains are equipped with automatic sliding doors featuring an obstacle detection system that senses objects blocking the doors as they close at stations.

Delhi air quality remains 'very poor' as city wakes up to hazy morning

Delhi AQI: On Monday, Delhi's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 301 at 4 pm, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data shoed.

Andhra on alert as Cyclone Montha nears: Over 60 trains cancelled, flights disrupted

Cyclone Montha: Andhra Pradesh has been put on alert, while Odisha, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu are also bracing for strong winds and rainfall.

Arunachal IAS officer posted in Delhi arrested after teen suicide, sex abuse allegations; second accused found dead

Family members of the 19-year-old told the police that he had left behind suicide notes accusing officials of sexually exploiting him, making financial promises and manipulating him.

Delhi to conduct 1st cloud seeding trial today once aircraft arrives from Kanpur: Minister Sirsa

Delhi Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the visibility in Kanpur is currently at 2,000 metres and once it reaches 5,000 metres, the plane will take off for the trial.

From Nov 1, Delhi bans entry of polluting commercial vehicles registered outside city

BS-VI compliant vehicles meet stricter emission standards, contributing towards curtailing pollution. A notice issued by the transport department said that BS-IV commercial goods vehicles would be permitted entry into Delhi up to Oct 31, 2026, as a transition measure.

Cyclone Montha: Andhra Pradesh braces for midnight landfall, vulnerable coastal villages across 3 states evacuated

While Andhra Pradesh is expected to bear the brunt of the storm, with red and orange alerts issued for 23 of its districts, the effects will be felt across state borders.

Cyclone alert: 'Montha' means a beautiful flower, but it’s no petal for millions in its path

Cyclone Montha explained: The cyclone's intensification has triggered large-scale emergency preparations along India’s eastern coastline.

Cyclone Montha makes landfall; coastal Andhra braces for impact

Cyclone Montha is likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada during the evening or night of October 28 as a severe cyclonic storm.

Delhi: Delivery boy arrested for raping doctor after posing as army officer

The accused has been identified as Aarav Malik, a resident of Chhattarpur in south Delhi who works as a delivery agent with an e-commerce platform.

IMD forecasts heavy rains in Telangana, issues orange and yellow alerts for Oct 28

According to IMD, heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds, is likely to occur at isolated places in Peddapalli, Jayashankar Bhupalpally and other districts from 13.00 hours on October 28 to 08.30 hours on October 29.

Delhi pollution: MCD revives plan to hike parking fees across 400-plus city lots

According to an MCD official, the proposal will shortly be presented to the House for approval. If passed, the revised, higher rates would be implemented immediately and remain in force until air quality in Delhi shows significant improvement.



UP CM Yogi Adityanath calls for renaming Lakhimpur Kheri's Mustafabad village as Kabirdham

Addressing a gathering during the "Smriti Mahotsav Mela 2025", Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the UP government was now spending on reviving sites with religious and cultural significance as opposed to "constructing boundary walls of 'kabristan'".

Haryana student dies by suicide after AI-generated obscene images of sisters used for blackmail

The perpetrator used artificial intelligence to create nude photographs and videos of Rahul and his sisters, which were then used to extort money.

Punjab: 122 stubble burning incidents on Sunday mark highest single-day spike this season

Tarn Taran and Amritsar districts contributed the bulk of cases, according to Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) data, as many farmers continued to disregard the state government's appeal to stop crop residue burning.

Cyclone Montha to bring heavy rain in several West Bengal districts

The IMD said heavy to very heavy rainfall (7 to 20 cm) is likely over the north Bengal districts of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and Cooch Behar, and heavy downpour is likely over Uttar and Dakshin Dinajpur and Malda districts.

UPSC aspirant killed by live-in partner: Delhi Police reveal forensic student's 'perfect murder' plan

Delhi Police said they arrested Amrita Chauhan, 21, a BSc Forensic Science student who used her knowledge to fabricate the crime scene, along with her former boyfriend Sumit Kashyap, 27, an LPG gas cylinder distributor, and Sandeep Kumar, 29, an SSC/CGL aspirant.