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Severe Cyclone Murasu: 19 flights cancelled across 3 Andhra airports

Severe cyclonic storm Murasu is expected to impact Andhra Pradesh, resulting in significant flight cancellations. At least 19 domestic flights have been canceled across Vijayawada, Tirupati, and Visakhapatnam airports. Major airlines such as IndiGo and Air India Express have announced several flight cancellations. The storm is anticipated to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast during the night between November 2 and November 3.

The Economic Times 2 Nov 2026 5:55 pm

Cyclone Murasu: Over 20 Flights Cancelled in Tamil Nadu

Over 20 flights were cancelled across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring Andhra Pradesh on Monday as severe cyclonic storm Murasu intensified over the Bay of Bengal, forcing local administrations to launch large-scale evacuation drives and declare holidays for educational institutions. At least 11 flights were grounded at Chennai Airport, while 10 were cancelled at Vijayawada International [] The post Cyclone Murasu: Over 20 Flights Cancelled in Tamil Nadu & Andhra Pradesh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 2 Nov 2026 5:43 pm

Cyclone Murasu: Seven fishermen caught in rough seas rescued in Nellore

Their boat drifted towards Patakadapalem after its engine failed in rough seas

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 3:49 pm

Repoll held in Tirupati, Chimakurthy after alleged booth capturing

Ongole recorded 71.27% turnout in Sundays municipal polls, says Prakasam Collector

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 3:33 pm

SEC has become subservient to Chandrababu Naidu, alleges Jagan

Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 2 (IANS) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Monday accused the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (SEC) of acting in favour of the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and failing to ensure free and fair municipal elections. In a social media post, he said the SEC, which is meant to protect democracy, has become subservient to Chandrababu Naidu. The shocking incidents during yesterdays municipal polling across the state, including in Pulivendula, show how the SEC is enabling election irregularities, he said. Yesterday in Pulivendula, YSRCP agents were kept out of 70 of the 80 polling booths. TDP goons brought in from other areas went on a rampage with the support of election officials and the police. They attacked our party agents to stop them from entering polling booths. In some places, they dragged our agents out of the polling stations. These incidents took place with the police's support. Voter slips were snatched from people, polling booths were captured, and votes were rigged and cast repeatedly. The video evidence of these incidents is clear. Agents from all 70 booths came to me personally, showed their agent forms to the officials, lodged complaints and protested, he said. Stating that the entire state witnessed what happened, Jagan said the SECs response was shocking. Irregularities took place in 70 of the 80 booths, and our agents were attacked and forced out. In these circumstances, how was it fair for the SEC to order repolling in only four booths and then wash its hands of the matter? asked the former Chief Minister. The SECs decision to order repolling in only four booths in Pulivendula, despite irregularities in many more, was an eyewash meant to mislead the public. Can these elections be called free and fair? If the Election Commission, which is responsible for protecting democracy, turns a blind eye to the ruling partys wrongdoing, how can peoples right to vote be protected? How can the public retain faith in the electoral system? YS Jagan said. He alleged that these incidents were not limited to Pulivendula. Election irregularities took place across the state, including in the municipal corporations of Kadapa, Anantapur, Tirupati, Kurnool, Chittoor, Ongole, Guntur, Nellore, Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada. Similar incidents occurred in several municipalities, including Macherla, Chilakaluripet, Vinukonda, Jammalamadugu, Nandyal, Chimakurthy, Giddalur, Emmiganur, Sullurpeta, Palasa, Dhone, Naidupeta, Nandigama, Jaggayyapeta, Kuppam, Puttur and Parvathipuram. We will fight these election irregularities in court to protect democracy. We will place every piece of evidence before the courts. Justice may take time, but truth and justice will ultimately prevail, he added.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 2:54 pm

Rain begins in north Andhra ahead of Cyclone Murasu; red-alert districts still dry

Kakinada (Rural) mandal records 51.75 mm by noon; the storm is likely to cross the coast near Ongole tonight

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 1:41 pm

Cyclone Murasu: 12 flight services cancelled at Vijayawada; Visakhapatnam flights hit

The severe cyclonic storm Murasu is expected to cross the south Andhra coast near Ongole tonight

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 12:18 pm

2 Air India Express Flights Cancelled due to Cyclone Murasu

The two flights include IX 2413/2414 VizagVijayawada-Vizag and IX 2405/2406 HyderabadVijayawadaHyderabad

Deccan Chronicle 2 Nov 2026 12:09 pm

Dark Clouds Cover Vijayawada as Cyclone Murasu Approaches

The district administrated advised the people to take necessary precautionary measures in the wake of cyclone impact

Deccan Chronicle 2 Nov 2026 11:48 am

Eleven flights cancelled at Chennai airport

Airports Authority of India (AAI) said, flights to and from destinations including Vijayawada, Kadapa, Rajahmundry and Tiruchi will be cancelled

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 11:17 am

Murasu strengthens into Severe Cyclonic Storm

The system may continue to move northwestwards and cross south Andhra Pradesh coast

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 6:38 am

Guntur Records Higher Turnout Than Vijayawada

Guntur recorded 56.15 per cent polling against Vijayawada's 54.74 per cent, with women outnumbering men among voters in both cities.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Nov 2026 11:58 pm

Dark chapter in history of democracy: Jagan on polling for Andhra municipal elections

Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 1 (IANS) YSR Congress Party president and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has termed Sundays polling for urban local bodies in Andhra Pradesh a dark chapter in the history of democracy. Broad daylight rigging, polling agents being obstructed and pulled out, and voters openly threatened and prevented from exercising their right to vote, all in the presence of police, he said in a post on X. Hey Ram! Save Democracy!, wrote Jagan, who posted a video clip of rigging and violence allegedly by the TDP cadres during the polling. In Pulivendula(ULB), in 70 out of 80 polling booths, YSRCP polling agents were not allowed to enter the polling stations; who is to identify the voter?, he asked. Apart from my home constituency Pulivendula, similar incidents were also witnessed with respect to the following ULBs - Kadapa, Anantapur, Tirupati, Kurnool, Chittoor, Ongole, Guntur, Nellore, Visakhapatnam (GVMC), Vijayawada, Macherla, Chilakaluripet, Vinukonda, Jammalamadugu, Nandyal, Cheemakurthi, Yemmiganur, Sullurpeta, Palasa, Nayudupeta, Nandigama, Jaggayyapeta, Kuppam, Puttur, Bheemunipatnam, Parvathipuram and others, alleged the YSRCP chief. He stated that under Chandrababu Naidus watch, Andhra Pradeshs electoral system is collapsing alarmingly, with democratic institutions totally hijacked. This is no longer an election; its only your selection. It is an assault on democracy and a brazen attempt to subvert the peoples mandate!. I specially mention and salute the brave women and dedicated party cadre who stood their ground and fought till the very last minute to save democracy, he added. Meanwhile, YSRCP State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy said the municipal polling process had been reduced to a farce, with Chandrababu Naidu resorting to large-scale electoral manipulation to manufacture an artificial victory. Speaking at the YSRCP central office, he said the party would demand repolling, take the irregularities to the national level and once again approach the courts. Sajjala said the irregularities that began at the nomination stage reached their peak on polling day. YSRCP candidates were prevented from filing nominations, nomination papers were torn, names disappeared from final lists, nominations were rejected during scrutiny, candidates were forced to withdraw, and leaders were subjected to cases, bind-overs and house arrests. He said YSRCP had approached the Supreme Court with evidence concerning nearly 1,500 to 2,000 people, but even directions relating to CCTV surveillance and extension of nominations were not implemented effectively by the State Election Commission. Despite these obstacles, YSRCP did not boycott the elections. Following YS Jagan Mohan Reddys direction, the party stayed in the contest and fought until the end. In Kadapa, only two of 66 nominations were retained, while similar obstruction occurred in Chittoor and Pulivendula. On polling day, voters were intimidated, polling agents were denied entry and booths were captured, he said. Sajjala listed Macherla, Chilakaluripet, Jammalamadugu, Madanapalle, Dhone, Tadipatri, Chimakurthy, Kuppam, Pulivendula, Kadapa and Chittoor among places where repolling was required. He also cited irregularities in Anantapur, Nellore, Kurnool, Ongole, Vinukonda, Markapuram, Yemmiganur and Nagari. He said police, Presiding Officers and Returning Officers facilitated the ruling partys actions while the SEC failed to intervene. In several places, YSRCP agents were removed after noon and bogus votes were cast with police support. Nearly 360 booths saw YSRCP agents driven out, he said.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 11:20 pm

Agrigold Bond Verification Scheduled For Nov. 6, 7

The verification will take place between 10 am and 5 pm at the regional CID office in Vijayawada: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 1 Nov 2026 9:55 pm

Andhra Pradesh municipal polls largely peaceful: State Election Commission

Except for extension of polling hours in Vijayawadas 55th ward due to a late start, no major problems were reported, SEC says

The Hindu Businessline 1 Nov 2026 7:44 pm

Polling ends for elections to 92 urban bodies in Andhra Pradesh

Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 1 (IANS) Polling for elections to 92 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in Andhra Pradesh was peaceful, barring minor incidents, State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha said on Sunday. The polling, which began at 7 a.m. in 13 Municipal Corporations and 79 Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats, ended at 5 p.m. Those standing in queues at 5 p.m. were allowed to cast their votes. Based on preliminary information received from the districts, a voter turnout of 48.03% was recorded up to 3:00 p.m. The polling staff will arrive at the reception centres with the ballot boxes and election materials. The details of votes cast at each polling station will be verified to calculate the final voter turnout percentage. The turnout percentage will be announced by Monday, once complete details are received from the reception centres, he said. As many as 99.35 lakh voters were eligible to cast their votes at 11,378 polling centres. The fate of 10,262 candidates contesting for mayoral, chairperson and ward-level posts will be known on November 3 when the counting of votes will be taken up. Elections for the posts of chairpersons of 17 Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats were unanimous. Both chairpersons and ward members were elected unopposed in eight Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats. A total of 153 candidates contested for mayor posts in 13 municipal corporations while 367 candidates were in the fray for the posts of chairpersons in 70 Municipalities. Of the total 922 corporator wards, polling was held for 804 wards as the election was unanimous in the remaining 118 wards. A total of 3,077 candidates contested for 804 municipal wards. A total of 6,669 candidates were in the fray for 2,382 wards in Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats. The SEC said he conducted review meetings with District Collectors, Superintendents of Police (SPs), Police Commissioners, DIGs, and election observers to ensure a peaceful polling process. The Commissioner stated that complaints and representations regarding the conduct of the elections had been received from representatives of various political parties in the state. He directed the police department, District Collectors, SPs, and Police Commissioners to look into these complaints and take necessary action. The Commissioner stated that he held a discussion lasting approximately 45 minutes with the District Collectors of Nandyal, Kadapa, Palnadu, Markapuram, Prakasam, Nellore, Tirupati, Chittoor, Anantapur, Kurnool, Annamayya, and Sri Satya Sai districts regarding the polling process, complaints received, and any incidents of violence. He mentioned that the Collectors reported that polling was proceeding peacefully in the majority of the districts, with only minor complaints received in a few areas. He clarified that in some districts, no complaints or incidents of violence were reported at all. Anil Chandra Punetha announced that in ward 55 of Vijayawada Municipal Corporation, where polling began about two and a half hours late due to technical and other issues, the voting hours have been extended from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to ensure that voters have the opportunity to exercise their franchise. He stated that this decision was made after considering a request from the District Collector and in accordance with the powers vested in the Election Commission. The Commissioner noted that the District Collectors of Palnadu and Anantapur had brought certain incidents that occurred in their respective districts to his attention. It was stated that after the polling concludes, reports from the Presiding Officers (POs) and other evidence will be examined; if the complaints are found to be substantiated, further action will be taken in accordance with the regulations. IG Raja Kumari stated that approximately 40 incidents were reported during the polling on Sunday, and 275 FIRs have been registered. She mentioned that all these incidents are being thoroughly examined, and FIRs are being filed in cases where criminal elements are identified.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 7:32 pm

National Racing Challenge 2W: Double delight for Sabu, Senthil, Anandhu; Chiranth roars to another win

Digital Desk | Chennai, Nov 1 (IANS) In what turned out to be the race of the weekend, Chiranth Vishwanath, the 19-year-old from Bengaluru, held off his archrival and TVS Racing teammate, Sarthak Chavan of Pune, to complete a superb double in the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open class as the third round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 concluded at the Madras International Circuit here on Sunday. The six-lap race, delayed by about 30 minutes following sharp showers in the afternoon, provided high drama and thrills as the countrys top riders battled it out. For a second day in succession, Chiranth held off Chavan to claim a memorable victory. Chiranth, winner of Race-1 on Saturday with a record lap time, Sarthak, and their younger teammate Rakshith Dave took turns to lead the pack. In fact, Rakshith looked set for a win when he led comfortably before almost slipping when negotiating a puddle of water, which cost him three spots, and he eventually finished fourth behind Thiruvallurs Mohamed Mikail (MadRabbit Racing). Up ahead, leader Sarthak and Chiranth were locked in a titanic fight. The decisive moment came in the closing stages when Chiranth roared past Sarthak, who had a 'moment' and lost position. The Bengaluru rider went on to register his second win of the weekend while Sarthak again had to be content with a P2 finish. Earlier, Bengalurus 19-year-old Savion Sabu delivered another strong performance as he led a maiden podium sweep for the MadRabbit Racing team besides achieving a double this weekend in the Pro-Stock 200cc Open class. Savion managed to stave off close attention from teammates Mohamed Mikail (Thiruvallur) and AS James (Bengaluru). Coimbatores Senthil Kumar (Rockers Racing) and Anandhu KK from Chennai (Veedol C2 Racing) completed a double apiece in the Super Stock 301-400cc Open and Super Stock 165cc Intermediate classes, respectively. Local challenger Venugopalan S. (Motul Sparks Racing) scored his first win in the extremely competitive Stock 301-400cc Novice class. The podium spots were up for grabs until the last lap when Venugopalan surged ahead, with Trichys Kavicholaiarasan (Speed Up Racing) and Shyam Sundar (M3 Torque Motorsports) finishing behind him in that order. Pothu Vignesh from Mancherial, Telangana, notched his third win in six starts to finish second and maintained his top position in the points tally in the Experts category. Bengalurus Dev Agastya Reddy finished second, ahead of Godwin Clarence from Coimbatore. The Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 will take a two-month break and resume in January 2027. The results (Provisional all 6 laps unless mentioned): Super Sport 301-400cc Open (Race-2): 1. Chiranth Vishwanath (Bengaluru, Petronas TVS Racing) (11min, 09.613sec); 2. Sarthak Chavan (Pune, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:09.870); 3. Mohamed Mikail (Thiruvallur, MadRabbit Racing) (11:11.383). Pro-Stock 200cc Open (Race-2): 1. Savion Sabu (Bengaluru, MadRabbit Racing) (11:51.669); 2. Mohamed Mikail (Thiruvallur, MadRabbit Racing) (11:52.361); 3. AS James (Bengaluru, MadRabbit Racing) (11:54.026). Super Stock 301-400cc Open (Race-2): 1. Senthil Kumar (Coimbatore, Team RACR Castrol Power1) (11:28.204); 2. Abdul Basim RS (Chennai, Chandra LGE Racing) (11:28.544); 3. P Sri Harsha (Hyderabad, Motul Gusto Racing) (11:36.386). Super Stock 165cc Intermediate (Race-2): 1. Anandhu KK (Chennai, Veedol C2 Racing) (12:42.998); 2. Ann Jennifer AS (Chennai, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:43.277); 3. Anand Kumar S (Chennai, Ipone Yakuza Racing) (12:51.912). Stock 301-400 Novice (Race-2): 1. Venugopalan S (Chennai, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:20.189); 2. Kavicholaiarasan (Trichy, Speed Up Racing) (12:23.133); 3. Shyam Sundar K (Chennai, M3 Torque Motorsports) (12:25.506). Stock 165cc Novice (Race-2) 3 laps: 1. Hari Haran R (Coimbatore, RACR Castrol Power 1) (06:36.460); 2. Akarsh Jangam (Vijayawada, MAI Racing) (06:36.616); 3. Faruk Ali Sohtun (East Khasi, Motul Sparks Racing) (06:37.309). Petronas TVS One-Make Championship: Expert (Apache RR 310) Race-2: 1. Rajender Beedani (Hyderabad) (11:32.870); 2. Hari Haran R (Coimbatore) (11:33.963); 3. AS James (Bengaluru) (11:39.270). Rookie (Apache RTR 200) Race-2: 1. Pothu Vignesh (Mancherial) (13:13.874); 2. Dev Agastya (Bengaluru) (13:14.006); 3. Godwin Clarence C (Coimbatore) (13:14.518).

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 6:53 pm

Depression intensifies into deep depression over Bay of Bengal

The system is likely to further intensify into a severe cyclonic storm over the westcentral Bay of Bengal on November 2

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 12:09 pm

Mahalakshmi free bus scheme in Telangana cuts women

Hyderabad: The Mahalakshmi free bus scheme implemented in Telangana since December 2023 has reduced travel costs for women by 68 per cent, a joint study conducted by the Schools of Planning and Architecture in Vijayawada and New Delhi has revealed. As part of the study, researchers assessed responses from 410 women in the Greater Hyderabad Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Nov 2026 9:43 am

Polling Halted in Vijayawada After Ballot Symbol Mix-up

The YSR Congress candidate lodged a complaint with Returning Officer Chakravarthy, alleging that the symbols had been interchanged on the ballot paper.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Nov 2026 9:28 am

Stage set for polling in 92 urban local bodies in Andhra Pradesh | LIVE

Elections in eight Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats Allagadda, Dachepalli, Darsi, Gurajala, Kamalapuram, Piduguralla, Proddatur and Rayachoti were unanimous, with both chairpersons and ward members elected unopposed

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 6:49 am

Arrangements in place for polling in 222 wards across NTR districts

Inspecting the election materials, Collector says a total of 1,104 polling stations have been set up to enable voters to exercise their franchise freely

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 11:39 pm

1,104 Polling Stations Set Up In 222 Wards; Vijayawada Accounts For 848

Officials checked ballot papers, ballot boxes and other material before dispatching polling personnel to their respective stations.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Oct 2026 11:38 pm

Solar power charging taking baby steps in A.P. despite better conditions

The State has the perfect sunny conditions to launch solar-powered EV charging stations, but the industry is still in its early stages. It is still facing challenges in the form of high upfront investment and uncertain returns; the State government is aggressively developing EV charging stations, but not the solar-powered ones, says Minister

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 12:46 pm

Sarthak takes pole with a record lap

Kavicholaiarasan from Trichy (Speed Up Racing) topped the qualifying session in the Stock 301-400cc (Novice) class as did Vijayawadas Akarsh Jangam (MAI Racing) in the Stock 165cc (Novice) category

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 5:56 am

CBI Steps Up Anti-Corruption Awareness Drive in Vijayawada, Amaravati

The day witnessed skits and quizzes to promote ethical values and civic responsibility.

Deccan Chronicle 31 Oct 2026 12:11 am

Prakasam SP flags off Run for Unity in Ongole

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 8:13 pm

Prakasam SP flags off Run for Unity in Ongole

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 8:13 pm

A.P. releases 9.86 crore to upgrade 16 de-addiction centres

Three government hospitals in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and Kadapa to be developed as specialised Centres of Excellence offering advanced addiction treatment and rehabilitation services

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 8:10 pm

A.P. releases 9.86 crore to upgrade 16 de-addiction centres

Three government hospitals in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and Kadapa to be developed as specialised Centres of Excellence offering advanced addiction treatment and rehabilitation services

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 8:10 pm

Election staff in Vijayawada can vote by postal ballot till 5 p.m. on October 30

Election Observer S. Nagalakshmi inspects the postal ballot centre at Mogalrajpuram

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 12:22 pm

Vijayawada Railway Staff Take Integrity Pledge

Employees take an anti-corruption pledge and join a walkathon during Vigilance Awareness Week to promote transparency and ethical conduct.

Deccan Chronicle 29 Oct 2026 11:19 pm

Municipal Polls: Last Day For Postal Ballots Today

440 election personnel cast postal ballots in Vijayawada by Thursday evening, with voting open until 5 pm on October 30.

Deccan Chronicle 29 Oct 2026 11:11 pm

Alliance confident of winning all 86 Vijayawada divisions, says MP

Highlighting the coalition governments achievements, Kesineni Sivanath says house pattas and registration documents were distributed to 26,000 beneficiaries in Vijayawada, providing them with permanent ownership rights after nearly four decades of uncertainty

The Hindu 29 Oct 2026 8:48 pm

14candidates in fray for Ongole Mayors post, says Municipal Commissioner

Of the total 1,92,873 voters across 62 wards, 92,228aremen, 1,00,591arewomen, and 54 arefrom other categories, while 224 polling stations have been designated for the election

The Hindu 28 Oct 2026 6:55 pm

Cyclone Arnab prompts cancellation of 21 flights at Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam airports

A very severe cyclonic storm named Cyclone Arnab is impacting Andhra Pradesh's flight schedules. At Vijayawada airport, several flights have been cancelled, affecting services to major destinations. Visakhapatnam airport also faced significant cancellations due to the approaching cyclone. The Indian Meteorological Department reported the cyclone is expected to cross the coast by Wednesday morning. Precautionary measures and evacuations are being implemented to safeguard the public and property.

The Economic Times 27 Oct 2026 10:07 pm

21 flights cancelled from Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam airports

Amaravati: At least 21 flights were cancelled at Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam airports on Tuesday as a very severe cyclonic storm approached the Andhra Pradesh coast, officials said. At Vijayawada airport, five flights were cancelled on Tuesday, including four operated by IndiGo and one by Air India Express, an airport official told PTI. The cancellations affected Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Oct 2026 9:31 pm

Prakasam Collector removes DEO over student death case failures

Action taken against C.V. Renuka as she reportedly failed to discharge her duties in the student death issueand other administrative deficiencies; Deputy DEO E.V. Rangaiah given full additional charge in her place

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Cyclone Arnab impact: Several flights from Vizag, Vijayawada cancelled

Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 27 (IANS) Very severe cyclonic storm Arnab in the Bay of Bengal has disrupted air services in Andhra Pradesh, with airlines cancelling several flights at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram near Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada International Airport on Tuesday. With heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashing the coastal region under the impact of the cyclone on Tuesday, various airlines have cancelled their services as a precautionary measure. Sixteen flights scheduled to depart from Bhogapuram on Tuesday have been cancelled. Services to destinations like Delhi, Hyderabad, Kurnool, Tirupati, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Chennai were cancelled. Five flights from Gannavaram Airport in Vijayawada were also cancelled in view of the cyclone. Airlines have cancelled Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kadapa and Bhogapuram flights. With the cyclone set to cross the coast on Wednesday, more flights are likely to be cancelled. Authorities had already issued an advisory that, in view of the approaching cyclonic weather, heavy rainfall and strong winds may affect flight schedules and travel to and from Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport. Passengers were advised to check flight status with their airline before leaving for the airport. They have been advised to allow additional travel time, subject to local weather and road conditions. Passengers have been asked to contact their airline directly for rescheduling or cancellation assistance. Air India and Air India Express said in their advisories that weather conditions associated with Tropical Cyclone Arnab may impact flights to and from Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada on 27 October. They advised passengers to check their flight status on the websites of the airlines. As road travel may also get affected due to inclement weather, passengers have been advised to allow extra time for their journey to the airport. Meanwhile, a review meeting was held by the Airports Authority of India to assess preparedness at airports located in the potential impact zone of severe cyclonic storm Arnab and ensure readiness to address any possible disruptions to civil aircraft operations. The meeting was chaired by Puneet Kansal, Chairman and attended by Regional Executive Directors of Eastern Region and Southern Region, Airport Directors of Kolkata, Chennai, Tirupati, Raipur, Kadapa, Bhubaneswar, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry and Jharsuguda airports, along with ATC In-charges of Bhogapuram and Hyderabad airports.

bhaskarlive 27 Oct 2026 8:40 pm

Nearly 4,000 shelters set up, emergency forces on standby as Odisha, Andhra brace for cyclone Arnab

The Indian Railways cancelled at least 50 trains in the region as a precaution, while traffic restrictions were imposed on many coastal roads in the region. Two IndiGo flights connecting Vijayawada with Chennai and Bengaluru were also cancelled during the day.

The Economic Times 27 Oct 2026 7:34 pm

Independent candidate A.B. Venkateswara Rao promises corruption and rowdism free Vijayawada

Backed by the Left parties and the Congress, the former IPS officer says he is confident of winning; also promises 24-hour municipal drinking water supply directly from the tap, plan solutions to mosquito menace and ever-growing traffic issues

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 7:17 pm

Hyderabad engineering student dies in accident on highway

Hyderabad: A 21-year-old engineering student died in an accident in Hayathnagar Police limits on Monday, October 26, on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada Highway. According to the police, the victim was identified as Emmireddy Abhilash Reddy, who was pursuing BTech from CVR College. The accident occurred at 5:30 pm when Reddy was returning after dropping his friend at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Oct 2026 1:25 pm

Precautionary measures in place in Vijayawada, temple ghat road closed to devotees

According to the IMD, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in the district on October 27 and 28. A two-day holiday has been announced for schools in NTR district

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 11:10 am

Air India issues travel advisory as Cyclone Arnab threatens flights to Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada

In light of Cyclone Arnab, Air India has issued a travel warning about anticipated disruptions to flights serving Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada. Forecasts indicate severe weather, prompting authorities to undertake significant disaster response efforts, including the evacuation of 2,107 units for the safety of at-risk populations. Travelers are encouraged to check flight updates regularly and to plan for additional time when proceeding to the airport.

The Economic Times 27 Oct 2026 10:50 am

Cyclone Arnab: Air India Flights to Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada May Be Affected

This advisory comes as a massive disaster response effort is underway across coastal Andhra Pradesh as Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab accelerates across the west-central Bay of Bengal.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Oct 2026 10:43 am

South Coast Railway Cancels 53 Trains

Trains operating between Visakhapatnam and Guntur and connecting Vijayawada: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 26 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

YSRCPs claim of obstruction in local polls misleading, says TDP MLC Bhumireddy

The YSRCP failed to field candidates even in its strongholds of Pulivendula, Rajampet and Mydukur, TDP MLC Bhumireddy says

The Hindu 26 Oct 2026 2:42 pm

Flight Disruptions: Andhra Umrah Pilgrims Stranded in Saudi Arabia

A special flight carrying 40 pilgrims from Vijayawada-based New Royal Tours and Travels is scheduled to depart from Jeddah at 10.50pm on Sunday and arrive at Hyderabads Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at 7am on Monday.

Deccan Chronicle 26 Oct 2026 12:44 am

19 In Race For Vijayawada Mayor Post

The mayoral contest features candidates representing eight political parties, besides 11 Independents.

Deccan Chronicle 25 Oct 2026 11:54 pm

19 candidates in fray for VMC Mayors post

Vijayawada Municipal Corporation releases the final list of candidates in the fray; 349 are contesting for 86 ward member posts in the ongoing Second Ordinary Elections to Urban Local Bodies, 2026

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

Andhra Pradesh braces for very severe cyclonic storm; landfall likely between Bapatla and Vizag on October 28

Wind speed may go up to 130 kmph, say weather experts; IMD issues red alert for 13 districts on Otober 27 and 28

The Hindu 25 Oct 2026 1:20 am

Collector calls for early breast cancer screening among women

Flagging off a rally, Himanshu Shukla stresses women, especially those over 40 years must undergo screening tests

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 6:29 pm

Visakhapatnam vs Vijayawada: Tracking the Exact Landfall Zone for Potential Cyclone Arnab

As a potent weather system brews over the waters of the Bay of Bengal, international meteorological eyes are locked on its evolution into a potential cyclonic storm expected to be named Arnab. Recent high-resolution visualisations from leading global weather prediction enginesEuropes ECMWF and Americas GFShave painted a tense picture for the eastern coastline of India, [] The post Visakhapatnam vs Vijayawada: Tracking the Exact Landfall Zone for Potential Cyclone Arnab appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 24 Oct 2026 5:33 pm

Ex-DGP AB Venkateswara Rao in Vijayawada Mayor Race

Retired IPS officer and former Director General of Police A.B. Venkateswara Rao is contesting the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) mayoral election as an independent candidate.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Oct 2026 4:07 pm

Two APCOS employees face action for violating election code in Guntur

The employees have been identified as Manda Kishore Babu, a worker employed through APCOS in the malaria department of the GMC, and Shaik Ghouse Peera, an APCOS security guard working in the corporation

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 3:28 pm

2 Killed, 4 Injured as Lorry Hits Car in Karimnagar

The accident took place while they were returning from the Kanakadurgamma temple in Vijayawada

Deccan Chronicle 24 Oct 2026 11:23 am

A.P. local body polls: Minister Durgesh accuses former CM Jagan of trying to derail elections fearing defeat

Durgesh said the YSRCP had lost public confidence and was trying to prevent an electoral defeat through legal challenges

The Hindu 24 Oct 2026 10:04 am

Alliance Plans Rs 51,000-Crore Urban Development Push

He said the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation received Rs 1,016 crore between 2019 and 2024, alleging that a substantial portion of the funds had been diverted.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

Sales At National Saras Food Court In Vijayawada Cross 1 Crore

They congratulated SHG members and encouraged them to expand their entrepreneurial activities: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2026 10:03 pm

18.60Lakh Devotees Visit Vijayawadas Kanaka Durga Temple

Devotees praised the arrangements made by the administration during the festivities

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2026 10:38 am

Municipal polls in Andhra deferred to Nov 1 following SC order

Municipal polls in Andhra deferred to Nov 1 following SC order Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission has postponed the polling for Urban Local Body elections in the state to November 1, following the Supreme Court direction to postpone the publication of the final list of contesting candidates to October 25 and extend the nomination [] The post Municipal polls in Andhra deferred to Nov 1 following SC order appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 23 Oct 2026 7:17 am

Man Beaten To Death Over Theft Of Rs 20 Water Bottle

Kumar recently visited Vijayawada. At around 2.30 am on October 19, he allegedly tried to take a water bottle from the refrigerator at a pan shop on Patamata Donka Road.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Oct 2026 2:22 am

Dasara festivities: 18.29 lakh devotees visit Vijayawada Kanaka Durga temple

The temple has distributed 39.84 lakh laddus to devotees since the commencement of Dasara festivities and annaprasadam has been served to 8,37,385 people so far, says temple EO

The Hindu 23 Oct 2026 12:23 am

Nekkonda Man Climbs Railway Electric Pole, Disrupts Train Services

A man climbed an overhead railway electric pole near Nekkonda, prompting a two-hour rescue operation and disrupting train movement on the WarangalVijayawada route.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Oct 2026 10:09 pm

Competitions Help Bring Out Hidden Talent Among Youth: MP

Such initiatives boosted confidence and provided a platform for young people to showcase their abilities: Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni)

Deccan Chronicle 22 Oct 2026 9:31 pm

Intermediate Public Examinations in AP From Feb. 24

In a statement issued in Vijayawada on Thursday, BIE secretary P. Ranjit Basha said the practical examinations will be held from February 1 to February 10, 2027.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Oct 2026 9:22 pm

Smart Traffic Management Cuts Dasara Congestion in Vijayawada by 62%

The number of severe traffic bottlenecks has dropped from 221 last year to 38 in 2026, a reduction of about 83 per cent.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Oct 2026 9:19 pm

AP Targets Health Screening Of 53.66 Lakh Children Under RBSK By December-End

Health secretary G. Veerapandian and the health commissioner reviewed the implementation of the programme with senior health officials in Vijayawada on Thursday.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Oct 2026 8:53 pm

Telangana man killed on suspicion of stealing Rs 20 water bottle

Hyderabad: A 33-year-old man from Nalgonda was beaten to death in Vijayawada over suspicion of stealing a water bottle worth Rs 20. The deceased was identified as Masa Sai Kumar,survived by his wife and two children. Kumar was working at a fast food centre in Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri for the past six months. A week ago, Kumar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 22 Oct 2026 4:37 pm

Labourer allegedly tied to pole, beaten to death in Vijayawada over a bottle of water

Four persons who beat the victim after trying to a pole were taken into custody, says Patamata Circle Inspector V. Pavan Kishore

The Hindu 22 Oct 2026 4:09 pm

Labourer allegedly tied to pole, beaten to death in Vijayawada over a bottle of water

Four persons who beat the victim after trying to a pole were taken into custody, says Patamata Circle Inspector V. Pavan Kishore

The Hindu 22 Oct 2026 4:09 pm