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Today Andhra Pradesh was covered by Southwest Monsoon. The was Monsoon has also covered Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal and some parts of Vidarbha and Jharkhand. Throughout the last 24 hours, modest to heavy rains have been observed over coastal parts of Andhra Pradesh. For instance, Machilipatnam recorded 47.3 mm of rain, Vijayawada 44 mm, Kakinada 5.7 mm, Kurnool 5.9 mm, and Ongole 2 mm. These rains can be accredit to the cyclonic circulation which is currently over Odisha and adjoining Bay of Bengal. The system has moved inland and is likely to affect interior parts of the state as well. By another 24 hours, rain potency will decrease over coastal parts of Andhra Pradesh but Rayalaseema will continue to receive light to moderate rain at many places. The possibility of heavy spells over the region also cannot be ruled out. So far Coastal Andhra has recorded 37 % surplus rains and Rayalaseema region recorded 27 % of excess rains. These rains will further improve the rainfall figures.
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After the pique of Cyclone Roanu rains took a backseat over the state. The sun began to glide in many parts of the Coastal Andhra. During the past few days, secluded pockets of Coastal Andhra were also observing heatwaves. Temperatures were being recorded well above the 40°C. People are urge for some relief in the form of rains. East India receives extensive pre-monsoon showers.

During the last 24 hours, good showers have lashed parts of Coastal Andhra. Temperatures have also taken a immerse emanate in the fade of heatwaves from the region. A cyclonic circulation is over West Bengal and adjoining Jharkhand and Bihar. Also a crib is expanding across Odisha up to coastal Andhra. Rains are likely to continue for another 24 hours, and heavy rains will be tight over the coastal areas of Andhra the possibility of light showers over the rest of the state cannot be ruled out.
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 Again  rains started in Chennai over the last 48 hours even more is expected, as the cyclone bypassed the Indian coast and moved towards Bangladesh today. With memories of the December floods in the city still fresh, the civic authorities have started massive emergency preparations. Nearly 12,000 people deployed across the city to conduct the operations, boats have been stationed at multiple locations for emergency rescue, said by Chandramohan (Chennai Municipal commissioner). Sewer pipe in Chennai have started over-flowing in most of the areas due to rain caused by the cyclonic winds. Water from subways is being pumped out to ensure free flow of traffic. The authorities have also set up an emergency number 1070 to receive rainfall-related disservice. The Senior officers sent to other areas in the Tamil Nadu where heavy rainfall is expected to continue. Yesterday, the government said Chennai and its neighbouring districts were expected to receive very heavy rainfall of more than 25 cm. Cuddalore, Villupuram, Thanjavur and Nagapattinam districts were expected to receive more than 12 cm rainfall.

Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal are also witnessing heavy rains. Huge rainfall has also been  prophetd for Andhra Pradesh. Fishermen have been warned against going to the sea.
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An earthquake measuring 6.9 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar on Wednesday evening. According to initial reports the earthquake measured 7.0, United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the intensity was 6.9 on the Richter scale. Vibration were felt across Patna, Kolkata and several parts of Eastern India. Vibration were also felt in several parts of Assam and Odisha. The vibration were felt at Eden Gardens where Kolkata Knight Riders faceoff against the Mumbai Indians in the IPL. At the Kolkata Metro station cracks were seen in walls after the tremors, according to reports there was minor damage in high rise buildings in Guwahati. Delhi and several parts of eastern India were rocked by tremors.  According to National Centre of Seismology (NCS) the earthquake occurred at 7:25 PM at the depth of 134 km.
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A flyover which is under construction in the eastern city of Kolkata was collapsed on thursday, killing at least 14 people and injuring others. Many people are feared trapped under the concrete and steel bridge, which fell on a busy road. Main issues for the incident was lack of inspections and the use of substandard materials have plagued construction projects in the country. The incident took place in an area near Girish Park, one of Kolkata's most densely populated neighborhoods, with narrow lanes, and shops and houses built close together. The 2km-long (1.2 mile) flyover has been under construction since 2009 and missed several deadlines for completion, Reuters news agency says.
As the rescue operation continues angry relatives arrive looking for their loved ones. At the same time, more bodies are being taken away. The army and national disaster agency in India have also joined the rescue operation. 
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Election Commission has given its nod to modi's 'Mann ki Baat' a radio broadcast on Sunday. The Information and Broadcasting Ministry had approached the commission to clear the broadcast of the monthly radio address due to Model Code. Sources said that the Commission gave its green signal to the address on wenesday with instructions that the Model Code should not be violated. Nothing should be said which influences or impacts the voters of the five poll-bound states. These are the instructions which have been given while clearing the address.
West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry are going to polls beginning April 4. The Model Code came into force on March 4 when the polls were announced by the Commission.