Cyclone Montha

IMD says Cyclone Montha to weaken into low pressure area within 24 hours

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that cyclone Montha is likely to move nearly northwards across north Chhattisgarh and weaken into a low pressure area during next 24 hours. Meanwhile, IMD has issued a red colour warning for Sub Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim tomorrow. According to IMD, Bihar will witness heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places. The Met Department has forecast heavy rainfall over Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat for the day. Simi...

October 30, 2025 6:08 PM

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Cyclone Montha Wreaks Havoc in Telangana, Damages Crops Across Several Districts

In Telangana, cyclonic storm Montha wreaked havoc in half of the state, leading to heavy losses, particularly to crops during the crucial paddy harvesting and cotton procurement season. Heavy rainfall ranging from 10 cm to 40 cm, from Nalgonda to Karimnagar, flattened paddy crops in thousands of acres. Preliminary assessments indicate considerable losses to paddy farmers. The rain havoc was severe in Warangal, Khammam and Nalgonda districts. Stocks awaiting procurement at market yards were soake...