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Cyclone Yaas hits Odisha coast, flights cancelled, heavy rainfall in Bengal

The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday indicated that Cyclone Yaas, which has intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm, has crossed the coast to the south of Balasore. The cyclone made landfall in Odisha at 9.15 am and it will continue up to three hours, said the weather departament.

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In its latest observation, the India Meteorological Department on Wednesday indicated that Cyclone Yaas, which has intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm, has crossed the coast to the south of Balasore. The cyclone made landfall in Odisha at 9.15 am and it will continue up to three hours, said the weather department.

The weather agency said it would cross north Odisha-West Bengal coasts to the south of Balasore within the next 3 hours with wind speed of 130-140 kmph gusting to 155 kmph. The storm lay centred over northwest Bay of Bengal, about 25 km south of Balasore at 10:30 am today.

In an emerging situation due to a very severe cyclonic storm, 32 civilians were stuck due to a surge in water levels in West Bengal’s East Midnapore. The Indian Army has launched a rescue operation amid heavy rainfall in West Bengal.

An official from the Army said that briefing, joint recce, liaison and coordination with West Bengal government has been completed to provide immediate support to people in emerging situation due to Cyclone Yaas.  Rescue and Relief columns are pre-positioned across areas expected to be affected for immediate response, the official said.

Cyclone Yaas caused heavy to extremely heavy rain in Odisha in the past 24 hrs. North Odisha and  coastal Odisha are expected to receive heavy to extremely heavy rain today, said IMD DG Mrutyunjay Mohapatra.

West Bengal is expected to receive isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall today. Jharkhand will receive heavy to very heavy rainfall today and tomorrow with extremely heavy rainfall in isolated places. Also, parts of Bihar, sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are expected to receive isolated heavy rainfall to very heavy rainfall today and tomorrow. While Assam and Meghalaya expected to receive isolated heavy rainfall today, Mohapatra added.

In view of the IMD warnings, the Airports Authority of India has on Tuesday directed Bhubaneswar airport to remain shut till 5 am on Thursday. The flight operations at Kolkata airport have also been suspended from 8:30 am to 7:45 pm on Wednesday. 

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Amid the situation, over 3 lakh people have been evacuated from low-lying areas in Odisha. So far, two deaths and damage to homes has been reported as severe weather and rains affect Odisha and West Bengal.

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UGC NET June 2026 admit card released; candidates can download hall tickets online

The National Testing Agency has released UGC NET June 2026 admit cards. Candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official website before the examination begins on June 22.

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 examination. Registered candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official UGC NET portal by logging in with their application credentials. The examination is scheduled to be conducted between June 22 and June 30, 2026.

The admit card is a mandatory document for entry to the examination centre and contains important details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, examination date, reporting time and allotted test centre. Candidates have been advised to carefully verify all information mentioned on the document after downloading it.

How to download the UGC NET admit card

Candidates can follow these steps to access their hall tickets:

  1. Visit the official UGC NET website.
  2. Click on the admit card download link.
  3. Enter the application number, date of birth or password, and security details.
  4. Submit the information to log in.
  5. Download and save the admit card.
  6. Take a printout for use on the examination day.

Important instructions for candidates

Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo identity proof to the examination centre. The city intimation slip issued earlier is meant only for advance travel planning and cannot be used as a substitute for the admit card.

Applicants are also advised to check reporting timings, examination guidelines and centre details mentioned on the hall ticket well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

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Delhi records coolest day of June as rain brings relief from heat

Heavy rain and cloudy conditions helped Delhi record its coolest day of June, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting further relief from heat in the coming days.

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Delhi experienced a significant break from the intense summer heat after rainfall and cloudy skies pushed temperatures down, making it the coolest day of June so far.

The change in weather brought much-needed relief to residents who had been dealing with high temperatures and humid conditions over the past several weeks. Rainfall was reported in several parts of the national capital and adjoining NCR regions, leading to a noticeable drop in daytime temperatures. Similar weather conditions have recently helped keep temperatures below normal across the city.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the combination of rain-bearing systems and cloud cover contributed to the cooler conditions. The weather department has indicated that pleasant weather is likely to continue, with chances of additional rainfall and thunderstorms over the next few days.

The rainfall not only lowered temperatures but also improved outdoor conditions after a prolonged spell of heat. Earlier this month, Delhi had experienced episodes of extreme weather, including heatwave conditions and dust storms, making the recent spell of rain a welcome change for residents.

IMD’s latest forecast suggests that while temperatures may gradually rise later in the week, intermittent rain and thunderstorms could continue to provide temporary relief from the summer heat.

Weather officials have advised people to stay updated on local forecasts as changing weather conditions could bring brief spells of rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms across Delhi-NCR.

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Uddhav Sena MPs unreachable as Delhi meetings fuel fresh split speculation

Fresh uncertainty surrounds Shiv Sena (UBT) after several MPs reportedly became unreachable, with attention now focused on crucial meetings in Delhi.

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Fresh political uncertainty has gripped the Shiv Sena (UBT) after several of its Lok Sabha MPs reportedly became unreachable, prompting senior leaders to make personal efforts to contact them amid growing speculation of a possible rebellion within the party.

Party chief Uddhav Thackeray and other senior leaders are understood to be reaching out to MPs as concerns grow over potential defections. The developments come ahead of a parliamentary committee meeting in Delhi, where several MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray camp are expected to gather.

Reports suggest that some MPs from the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction could hold discussions in the national capital alongside leaders from the rival Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde. Sources have indicated that a group of MPs may explore forming a separate faction in Parliament before potentially aligning with the Shinde-led camp, although no official announcement has been made.

Names being discussed in political circles include MPs such as Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Deshmukh, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, Omraje Nimbalkar, Bhausaheb Wakchaure and Sanjay Jadhav. However, at least one MP, Sanjay Dina Patil, has publicly rejected reports linking him to any rebel group.

Meanwhile, senior Uddhav camp leaders including Arvind Sawant and Anil Desai are expected to remain actively engaged in efforts to maintain party unity. Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut has also been in Delhi amid the unfolding developments.

The latest episode has revived memories of previous political upheavals in Maharashtra and intensified speculation over whether the Shiv Sena (UBT) could face another significant organisational challenge in the coming days. As meetings continue in Delhi, political observers will be closely watching for any formal announcements from either camp.

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