In a 7:35 pm update, the IMD reported that the forward sector of the cyclone's spiral bands has already moved inland. The storm is forecast to continue moving west-southwest, crossing the northern Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram,

Parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry experienced heavy rains due to the landfall process of cyclone Fengal. Senior officials in three southern states, including Andhra Pradesh assigned to supervise and coordinate related tasks with district authorities are stationed in their respective districts.

The cyclone is expected to cross north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram around 30 November morning as a depression with a wind speed of 45-55 kmph gusting to 65 kmph.

Cyclone Fengal approaches Tamil Nadu, India, with powerful winds and surging waves. Schools are shut, and hundreds have been evacuated as authorities brace for landfall. Stay updated on the latest developments.

Cyclone Fengal's approach has caused havoc in Chennai, with strong winds and rainfall uprooting trees and waterlogging roads. It is expected to cross the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast by evening. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have issued several advisories,

Cyclone Fengal over the southwest Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestwards with a speed of 13kmph during Saturday afternoon and was located at about 120km east-northeast of the union territory of Puducherry, according to the Indian Meteorological Department.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in a few places while extremely heavy rainfall has been predicted for isolated places in north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. In view of the worsening weather conditions,

In anticipation of Cyclone Fengal and heavy rain, schools and colleges in Tamil Nadu's Kanchipuram district are closed. The India Meteorological Department warns of significant rainfall and strong winds as the cyclone nears landfall,

Cyclone Fengal is expected to make landfall near Puducherry later today, prompting officials to issue warnings and prepare for potential impact. Around 12 lakh residents received SMS alerts urging vigilance as heavy rains lashed the region on Saturday.

Cyclone Fengal has strengthened significantly, making landfall in Tamil Nadu, with severe weather affecting particularly the northern coastal areas. Strong winds and heavy rain have disrupted suburban train services,