Cyclone Shakhti, the first cyclonic storm of the post-monsoon season over the Arabian Sea, has intensified, churning up the sea with sustained wind speeds of around 100 kmph and higher gusts, officials said on Saturday (October 4).

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According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system is expected to bring rough weather conditions along the Maharashtra coast, including Mumbai, in the coming days.

Maharashtra braces for cyclone

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday placed Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts on alert, warning of strong winds and heavy rainfall between October 3 and 7. Wind speeds are expected to range between 45–55 kmph, gusting up to

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