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The APSDMA reported that the cyclonic circulation in the southeast Bay of Bengal is centered about 920 km from Visakhapatnam and Kakinada. Due to the impact of Cyclone Montha, moderate rains are expected in Nellore and Tirupati districts today, while light rains are likely in several other districts over the next two days.
Former Telangana ministers KT Rama Rao and Harish Rao will campaign in Jubilee Hills today as part of the by-polls. They will address a meeting at the Reliance Gated Community in Sheikhpet, interact with Zaheerabad medical students, attend the Bodrai festival in Sanatnagar Hamali Basti, and meet the Hotel Association at 3 pm.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to launch GSAT-7R from Sriharikota on November 2. Officials confirmed that integration and connection processes have been completed. GSAT-7R, a military communication satellite, is designed to enhance the Indian Navy’s secure communication and surveillance capabilities across maritime regions.
Today marks a significant day for India with several key events. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 11 am in the 127th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. Later, he will virtually attend the ASEAN Summit, where his address is expected after 3 pm IST.
The 47th ASEAN Summit will begin today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Leaders from the 10 member nations – Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam – will participate. East Timor is set to be welcomed as ASEAN’s 11th member. Discussions will focus on US tariffs, and PM Modi will attend virtually.
Authorities in Andhra Pradesh’s Bapatla district have closed all beaches due to Cyclone Montha. Officials warned people not to visit the coast or bathe in the sea during the Kartik month. Fishermen are advised to suspend fishing activities. Heavy rains are expected on October 27, 28, and 29. Legal action awaits violators.
Virat Kohli has surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record for the most runs in white-ball cricket (ODIs and T20Is) after scoring 74 against Australia. Kohli’s tally now stands at 18,443 runs (14,255 in ODIs and 4,188 in T20Is), overtaking Sachin’s 18,436. In overall international runs, Sachin leads with 34,357, followed by Sangakkara and Kohli.
IndiGo’s new flight service from Rajahmundry to Puducherry begins today. The flight departs Rajahmundry at 11:05 a.m., reaches Hyderabad at 11:20, and continues to Puducherry at 11:50, arriving at 1:45 p.m. The return flight leaves Puducherry at 5:40 p.m., reaches Hyderabad at 7:25 p.m., and lands in Rajahmundry at 9:10 pm.
Following heavy rains across Andhra Pradesh, the state government has released ₹14 crore to 11 rain-affected districts. The funds will be used to provide food, essential commodities, medicines, and other relief facilities in flood-hit areas. Orders have been issued to ensure timely assistance and rehabilitation in all affected districts.
Donald Trump thanked Qatar’s Emir and Prime Minister for being a “big factor” in securing the Gaza ceasefire during a refueling stop en route to Asia. Boarding Air Force One at Al Udeid Air Base, Trump praised PM Al Thani as a “friend to the world.” Qatar played a key mediating role in Israel-Hamas talks, […]
US President Donald Trump announced a 10% increase in tariffs on Canadian goods, citing a Canadian anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan as “fraudulent.” The move came two days after he ended trade talks with Canada over the ad, which aired during the World Series. Trump called it a “hostile act” and accused Canada of misrepresenting […]
Kamala Harris hasn’t ruled out a 2028 presidential run, telling the BBC, “I am not done.” She emphasized her lifelong public service, dismissed polls, and noted a woman could soon lead the US. Following her book “107 Days,” Harris remains active in Democratic politics as potential 2028 candidates, including Newsom and Khanna, prepare for primaries.
JDU, led by CM Nitish Kumar, expelled 11 leaders, including four former MLAs and two ex-MLCs, for alleged anti-party activities ahead of Bihar Assembly elections. Some were reportedly planning independent contests against party ideology. Voting for the 243-seat Assembly is scheduled in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.
NDA leaders extended support to independent EBC candidate Ankit Kumar after LJP(RV) nominee Seema Singh’s nomination was rejected in Bihar’s Marhaura assembly seat. BJP and JD(U) highlighted the move as a challenge to the Rai family’s dynastic hold, emphasizing Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur’s legacy and development under Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar.
Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister Dr. Govi Chezhiaan announced the withdrawal of the Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2025, following Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s directive amid strong opposition. The Bill, meant to ease land norms, faced criticism over fears of privatisation, loss of reservations, and rising higher education costs.