Breaking News LIVE: Nearly 59,000 people shifted to safety, including 3,000 pregnant women as floods hit Odisha

Today's Breaking News LIVE, October 30, 2026: Cyclone Arnab has triggered severe flooding across nine Odisha districts, prompting the evacuation of over 59,000 people, deployment of 313 rescue teams and helicopter operations, while heavy rain continues to disrupt transport and threaten river levels.

Today’s Breaking News LIVE, October 30, 2026: The Odisha government has deployed 313 rescue teams across nine districts as cyclone Arnab triggers widespread flooding and damage. So far, 59,028 people, including 3,001 pregnant women, have been moved to safer locations. Ganjam is among the worst-hit districts, with hundreds of villages affected and 70 cut off by floodwaters. An Indian Coast Guard helicopter has joined rescue efforts, while heavy rain has disrupted road and rail connectivity, forcing train cancellations and diversions. Several areas have recorded exceptionally high rainfall, with the Rushikulya river flowing above its danger mark. The state government has sought additional assistance from the Centre.

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30 Oct 2026 07:54 AM (IST) Delhi: 222 kg suspected adulterated ghee seized from illegal unit, 22-year-old arrested Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly manufacturing adulterated ghee at an illegal unit in the Shiv Vihar area of Karawal Nagar. North-East district DCP Rahul Alwal said police raided the premises after receiving information about the operation amid increased demand for ghee during the Diwali season. The accused, identified as Mohammad Sameer, allegedly prepared the product by mixing soybean powder with gelatin, boiling the mixture and allowing it to cool. Police seized 222 kg of the suspected adulterated ghee from the premises. A food inspector was called to collect samples, which have been sent for laboratory testing. The police said further action would be taken against others involved, including those who allegedly supplied the raw materials.

Delhi: 222 kg suspected adulterated ghee seized from illegal unit, 22-year-old arrested

Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly manufacturing adulterated ghee at an illegal unit in the Shiv Vihar area of Karawal Nagar. North-East district DCP Rahul Alwal said police raided the premises after receiving information about the operation amid increased demand for ghee during the Diwali season.

The accused, identified as Mohammad Sameer, allegedly prepared the product by mixing soybean powder........

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