Cyclone Dana LIVE updates: Schools shut in Odisha, over 150 trains cancelled, authorities starts evacuation; landfall likely tomorrow

Cyclone Dana Live: IMD warned of severe weather conditions

Cyclone Dana is likely to make landfall between Puri (Odisha) and Sagar Island (West Bengal) in the early hours of October 25. The IMD warned of possible high winds and severe weather conditions during this time

Cyclone Dana Live: Wind Speeds of 100-120 km/h expected

• Wind speed will be around 100-110 km per hour gusting to 120 kmph during the cyclone’s landfall

• Sea condition will be very rough

• Fishermen have been asked not to venture into the sea till Oct 25

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Cyclonic storm 'Dana' over eastcentral Bay of Bengal (Odisha and West Bengal coasts)

Cyclone Dana LIVE Updates: Indian Air Force airlifts NDRF team, relief material ahead of Cyclone Dana landfall

In preparation for Cyclone Dana's anticipated landfall on the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, two Indian Air Force aircraft transported 150 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel and relief supplies to Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. An IL-76 and an AN-32 flew in from Bhatinda, landing early in the morning.

The Indian Meteorological Department reports that Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall between Kendrapara and Bhadrak or Balasore. The Odisha government anticipates the greatest impact in Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapada, Mayurbhanj, Jagatsinghpur, and Puri. As of 5:30 am on Wednesday, the deep depression over the East Central Bay of Bengal was located 560 km southeast of Paradip.

Cyclone Dana LIVE Updates: Cyclonic storm 'Dana' forms over Bay of Bengal

The deep depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclonic storm named 'Dana' on Wednesday morning, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is expected to strengthen into a severe cyclone before making landfall between Puri in Odisha and Sagar Island in West Bengal, with wind speeds reaching 120 km/h on October 25.

In a bulletin, the IMD noted, "Yesterday's deep depression over the east-central Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestward at a speed of 18 km/h over the past six hours and intensified into cyclonic storm 'Dana'."

Cyclone Dana LIVE Updates: Govt measures for cyclone 'Dana'

• Over 750 cyclone shelters kept in readiness for evacuation of people
  
  
• Leaves of all govt employees, including doctors, cancelled
  
  
• 20 teams of ODRAF and 10 teams of NDRF deployed in vulnerable areas

Cyclone Dana LIVE Updates: Cyclone 'Dana' likely to make Landfall tomorrow, Odisha set to evacuate 10L

Odisha plans to evacuate up to 1 million people if necessary, as the severe cyclonic storm Dana is expected to make landfall in Kendrapada district with wind speeds of 100-120 km/h between Thursday night and Friday morning.

The government has identified 3,000 vulnerable areas for evacuation.

The special relief commissioner has instructed collectors in 14 districts to begin the evacuation process on Wednesday.

Additionally, 6,000 shelters have been prepared with basic amenities to accommodate evacuees.

Cyclone Dana LIVE Updates: Trains cancelled, airport braces for impact of cyclone 'Dana"

Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) has initiated an emergency inspection of various operational facilities to protect stationary aircraft and air traffic control towers from potential damage during the impending cyclone. Meanwhile, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has canceled nearly 200 trains to address the possible impact.

India's Top Cities Breaking News: NDRF teams arrived in Bhubaneswar late last night

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Eye on sky, Kolkata airport to take possible closure call today

The authorities at the city airport will decide on Wednesday whether to close operations starting Thursday evening, depending on forecasts for strong winds and heavy rain as Cyclone Dana approaches the Odisha-Bengal coast between Thursday night and Friday morning.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Extremely heavy rain warning in 7 Odisha districts

IMD issues red alert of extremely heavy rain (up to 30cm) in the districts of Mayurbhanj, Cuttack, Jajpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur for Thursday

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: North Bengaluru flooded, NDRF & SDRF deployed for rescue

Bengaluru faces heavy flooding as rains continue. Five NDRF and SDRF teams evacuated marooned residents using coracles. North Bengaluru, including Yelahanka, was severely affected, while the DCM assured relief efforts are ongoing.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Boats deployed for food supply in flooded North Bengaluru

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Vegetable pices surge in Odisha amid cyclone 'Dana'

Vegetable prices in Odisha, including potatoes and onions, have surged as consumers rush to stock up before Cyclone Dana hits. Traders warn of potential supply disruptions, while the government vows action against black marketing and illegal hoarding.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Cyclone 'Dana' delays inauguration of modern Petrapole terminal

The inauguration of the Rs 450 crore passenger terminal at Petrapole by Home Minister Amit Shah has been postponed due to Cyclone Dana. Indo-Bangladesh cargo trade will continue as usual from October 22 to 25, officials confirmed.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: NDRF and central agencies prepare for cyclone 'Dana'

The NDRF has positioned 14 teams in West Bengal and 11 in Odisha as Cyclone 'Dana' approaches. Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan stressed zero casualties and rapid restoration of essential services during the National Crisis Management Committee meeting. Control rooms are activated, and fishermen have been advised to return to shore.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi on cyclone Dana

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has assured full preparedness for Cyclone Dana, stating, "Zero casualties will be ensured. There is no need to panic." Evacuations in vulnerable areas and necessary supplies in shelters are prioritized. Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo noted that Kendrapara, Balasore, and Bhadrak will be primarily affected

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha DGP Sudhansu Sekhar Sadangi prepares for cyclone 'Dana' Impact

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Bengaluru faces waterlogging due to heavy rainfall

Bengaluru is experiencing significant waterlogging in various areas, primarily Allalasandra and Yelahanka, as incessant heavy rains continue to impact the city. Residents are urged to exercise caution while traveling.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha's cyclone relief centers set for action says minister Suresh Pujari

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha's principal secretary of energy, Hemanta Sharma on cyclone "Dana"

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha fully prepared for cyclone Dana, says deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo

The Odisha government is in total preparedness in both the energy and agriculture departments, apart from that the revenue department is also totally prepared. We have taken our reviews, the department has issued necessary instructions to the concerned officers and others. Their leaves have been cancelled and they've all been told to be on high alert," Odisha deputy chief minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo said on Monday

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Tourists advised to leave Puri

Tourists in Puri were advised to leave before the cyclone’s landfall, with red flags prohibiting sea entry. Coastal residents are urged to prepare for heavy rainfall and flooding. Precautions are also being taken for 'Habishyali' women observing the 'Kartik Brata' at Jagannath Temple.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Odisha government prepares for cyclone impact

Odisha's government has placed its coastal districts on high alert. Schools and Anganwadi centres will close, and evacuation plans are in place. Coastal districts, including Kendrapara and Bhadrak, are expected to face the cyclone’s brunt, with maximum impact anticipated along the Odisha coast.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Warnings issued for fishermen and coastal areas

The IMD advised fishermen to return to shore by October 23, and warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall, particularly in Odisha. Coastal areas in Odisha, including Puri and Ganjam, face red warnings for October 24-25 with gale-force winds of up to 120 kmph.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Cyclone Dana intensifies, IMD alerts

The low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal intensified into Cyclone 'Dana', expected to cross between Puri in Odisha and Sagar Island in West Bengal by the night of October 24. With wind speeds of 100-120 kmph, severe weather is forecast across coastal regions.

India's Top Cities Breaking News Live Updates: Schools, anganwadis to be shut in Odisha

The Odisha government has ordered the closure of schools and Anganwadi centres in 14 districts, including Puri, Balasore, and Ganjam, from October 23 to 25 due to the approaching Cyclone 'Dana.' Precautionary measures have been initiated to ensure the safety of residents in vulnerable areas.