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The Union Agriculture Ministry has approved the procurement of over 4,400 MTs of lentils, 100% of gram, and 25% of soybean from Telangana in the current Kharif season. The approvals were announced following a high-level meeting that also discussed other initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aaye Sanrakshan Abhiyan, aimed at supporting farmers.
The Telangana Excise Department reopens applications for 19 liquor shops today. The deadline is November 1, with the draw of lots on Nov 3. Shops are in Asifabad, Adilabad, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Shamshabad, and Sangareddy. Earlier applications were halted due to low submissions. Officials urge readiness and necessary approvals from the District Collector.
YSRCP Lok Sabha leader Mithun Reddy has arrived in New York to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s statue before joining a delegation of MPs for the meetings. The UN sessions, where they will discuss global issues and India’s priorities, are scheduled to continue until October 31.
YSRCP Lok Sabha leader Mithun Reddy has arrived in New York to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s statue before joining a delegation of MPs for the meetings. The UN sessions, where they will discuss global issues and India’s priorities, are scheduled to continue until October 31.
Cyclone Montha, nearing Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, was named by Thailand, meaning a fragrant flower. Under WMO’s North Indian Ocean system, cyclone names help in warnings, media reporting, and public communication. Names are short, neutral, non-offensive, and retired after use to avoid confusion in future storms.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued flash flood warnings for Andhra Pradesh’s coastal districts due to Cyclone Montha. Residents of Guntur, Krishna, West Godavari, East Godavari, Prakasam, Nellore, Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, and Vizianagaram are urged to remain vigilant. Authorities have been advised to take necessary steps.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has shocked the United States by canceling the Plutonium Management and Disposition Deal, originally signed in 2000 and amended in 2010. The move, formalized through a recent law, has heightened nuclear tensions between the two powers. Russia cited national security as key reasons for terminating the deal with the US.
Environment Minister Manjinder Singh said that Delhi may witness its first cloud seeding trial today if weather in Kanpur improves. The IIT Kanpur-developed method uses silver iodide and salts to induce rainfall, aiming to combat severe air pollution. Delhi’s AQI remains in the very poor category, prompting artificial rain efforts to improve air quality.
New Zealand women’s cricket captain and star all-rounder Sophie Devine has announced recently her retirement from international cricket amid the 2025 ICC ODI Women’s World Cup. The 36-year-old played 159 ODIs and 146 T20Is, scoring 4,279 ODI runs with nine centuries and 111 wickets, and 3,431 T20I runs with 119 wickets.
Oppo will launch its Find X9 and Find X9 Pro globally today, including in India, at 8:30 PM IST from Barcelona. Powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset, both phones run ColorOS 16 on Android 16. Expected specs include up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage, 120Hz OLED displays, triple rear cameras, and 80W fast charging support.
Global e-commerce giant Amazon has announced plans to lay off 30,000 corporate employees, starting today. The company, which employs over 1.54 million people worldwide, including warehouse staff, aims to reduce costs and address over-hiring during the peak demand of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amazon has not yet provided an official response regarding the layoffs.
As Cyclone Montha approaches the coast, the Visakhapatnam Cyclone Warning Centre has issued multiple alerts for ports across Andhra Pradesh. The 10th warning has now been issued for Kakinada Port. Authorities have urged caution, warning that winds could reach speeds of up to 120 km/h as the cyclone makes landfall, prompting safety measures and preparedness.
The spiritual tradition that began with the ‘Koti Deepotsavam’ in 2012 continues to grow each year. The 2025 Koti Deepotsav is set to be celebrated with grandeur and devotion from November 1 to 13 at NTR Stadium, Domalaguda, Hyderabad. Organizers have made all arrangements to ensure a vibrant and spiritually uplifting experience for devotees.
Hyderabad traffic police imposed restrictions from 10 AM to 4 PM today for CM Revanth Reddy’s meeting with Telugu film federation members at Police Grounds, Yousufguda. Traffic from the Maitrivanam, Jubilee Hills, and Borabanda areas will be diverted through alternate routes, including Krishna Nagar, Kalyan Nagar, and Panjagutta, to ease congestion.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted that Cyclone Montha’s path may remain largely unchanged as it approaches the coast. It is expected to make landfall near Kakinada, though a slight shift toward Tuni or Narasapuram is possible. Rainfall in Tamil Nadu has decreased, while precipitation is expected to gradually increase from Ongole to Srikakulam.