Cyclone Arnab kills eight in Andhra Pradesh, over 20,000 evacuated as storm batters coast

Eight people died after Cyclone Arnab struck the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts early on Wednesday. Strong winds and heavy rain damaged homes, crops, roads and power lines across coastal districts. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu sought central assistance as residents faced prolonged power cuts and waterlogging.

New Delhi: Cyclone Arnab left eight people dead in Andhra Pradesh after it crossed the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts early on Wednesday. Heavy rain and powerful winds uprooted trees and electric poles, damaged houses and crops, and disrupted electricity and communication.

Authorities evacuated more than 20,000 people from coastal districts before the storm arrived. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and........

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