The cyclonic storm is likely to remain in Tamil Nadu, and weaken into a deep depression, stated the IMD in its latest release

Cyclone Fengal-triggered heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashed northern Tamil Nadu and neighbouring Puducherry on Saturday.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin reviewed the state's preparedness and precautionary measures in light of the cyclone threat

Cyclonic Storm Fengal crossed the North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts during the early hours of Sunday morning and is likely to continue moving west-southwestward, weakening into a deep depression within the next few hours,

A powerful cyclone is expected to make a landfall in India's south on Saturday, with the authorities shutting down the schools and moving hundreds of people inland to storm shelters.Cyclonic

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.

According to the IMD, the cyclone crossed the coast near Puducherry between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm IST, with wind speeds of 70-80 kmph gusting up to 90 kmph.

Flights grounded as rains lash southern India ahead of Cyclone Fengal landfall - Cyclone expected to make landfall near Puducherry with a windspeed of 70-80kmph

The IMD also issued a red alert for at least ten districts of the states in southern India given incessant rainfall.

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,

Chennai experienced gusty winds and heavy rain on Saturday due to Cyclonic Storm Fengal, causing tree uprooting and waterlogging. Fengal is expected to cross the north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coast with wind speeds between 70-90 kmph.