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Cyclone Montha has intensified into a severe storm and is expected to make landfall near Kakinada on Tuesday night, bringing winds up to 110 kmph and heavy rain across Andhra’s coast. Over 1,400 villages may be affected as authorities activate relief measures.
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In view of Cyclone ‘Montha’, South Central and Southern Railways have rescheduled multiple long-distance trains scheduled for October 28, including major services from Chennai and Bengaluru to Howrah, Visakhapatnam, and Kharagpur. Passengers are advised to verify timings on NTES/IRCTC.
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Amazon is reportedly set to lay off around 30,000 corporate employees starting Tuesday, marking its largest workforce reduction since the pandemic. The cuts, part of CEO Andy Jassy’s cost-cutting drive, will affect multiple divisions, including AWS, HR, and devices.
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Former Minister and Siddipet BRS MLA T Harish Rao’s father, Tanneeru Satyanarayana Rao, passed away in Hyderabad on Tuesday due to age-related ailments. Prominent leaders, including KCR, KTR, and CM Revanth Reddy, offered condolences as BRS suspended its programmes.
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Train services under the South Central Railway have been disrupted due to Cyclone Montha. The Secunderabad–Bhubaneswar Express scheduled for October 29 has been cancelled, while the SMVT Bengaluru–Hatia Express on October 28 will run on a diverted route.
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The four-day Chhath Puja concluded on Tuesday with Usha Arghya, as devotees across India offered prayers to the rising sun. From Delhi to Patna and Varanasi, thousands participated in the sacred rituals, celebrating faith, purity, and gratitude.
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President Donald Trump lauded Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, during his Tokyo visit, calling Japan “an ally at the strongest level.” Both leaders signed new cooperation agreements as Trump pushed for investment and discussed regional trade and security ties.
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A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck western Türkiye’s Balikesir province on Monday night, injuring 22 people and causing previously damaged buildings to collapse in Sindirgi. Authorities reported no deaths but opened shelters as residents stayed outdoors fearing aftershocks.
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US lawmakers from both parties have rallied to defend the India–US partnership through a series of bipartisan letters and resolutions, pressing the Trump administration for accountability over policies targeting Indian interests and urging cooperation amid ongoing trade and visa tensions.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings as Chhath Puja concluded with prayers to the rising sun on Tuesday. He wished that the blessings of Chhathi Maiya illuminate everyone’s lives as devotees across India and abroad marked the ancient festival with devotion.
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Over 4,000 US flights were delayed Monday amid a prolonged government shutdown, with thousands of air traffic controllers and TSA staff working unpaid. The FAA warned of ongoing disruptions as airports face staff shortages and growing operational strain.
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Cyclone Montha is expected to make landfall along the Andhra coast on Tuesday, bringing heavy rain to northern Tamil Nadu. Chennai and Tiruvallur schools will remain closed, with civic authorities on high alert to manage flooding and safety precautions.
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A 50-year-old driver from Chandanagar, identified as Kasi Reddy Purushotham Reddy, died by suicide, allegedly due to financial problems. His family told police he was depressed after losing Rs 13 lakh lent to an acquaintance seven years ago
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Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar alleged that some Telangana Ministers were harassing women officers by calling them to their homes and offices at night. He demanded Chief Minister Revanth Reddy order an inquiry and sack those responsible for the misconduct
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Subham Tanty’s hat-trick helped Royal United FC secure a dominant 4-0 victory over Feelkhana FC in the TFA B-Division Shivkumar Lal Football League Championship at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Salam Bin also scored for the winners
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The decision comes as a surprise since the Chief Minister, along with several Telangana Congress leaders, had actively participated in the ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar in August
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Telangana Raj Bhavan is the only Raj Bhavan in the Country that has been turning pink in support of breast cancer awareness consistently since 2020
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Telugu Titans defeated Bengaluru Bulls 37–32 in a gripping match to reach Eliminator 3 of PKL Season 12. Skipper Vijay Malik and coach Krishan Kumar Hooda credited the win to collective grit, composure, and unwavering team spirit
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The Centre has released Rs 141.34 crore to the Siddipet municipality to complete pending underground drainage works. MLA Harish Rao said the funds will help extend the network to new colonies and merged villages, ensuring improved sanitation across the town
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With nearly two weeks remaining until the polling date, November 11, for the Jubilee Hills by-poll, parties have expanded their campaign areas every day
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The D Chandra Sekhar Memorial Open Tennis Tournament will be held from November 1 at Advantage Tennis Academy, Hyderabad. Categories include 5th, 7th, 10th standards, and Intermediate (1st/2nd Year) & Undergraduates. Entries close October 30
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After suspending the draw of lots for 19 liquor shops across Telangana, the Excise Department is likely to reissue a notification for fresh applications on October 28. The draw will be held on November 3, officials said, citing poor response earlier
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I Sauryaram Varma of Archi Horse Riding School won the Jumping CH-1 80 cm category title at the Regional Equestrian League and Telangana State Equestrian Competition held at Hyderabad Polo and Riding Club, Moinabad, on Monday
