Khordha, Oct. 27 -- Rain lashed parts of Khordha district on Tuesday, bringing a change in weather as Cyclone Arnab approaches. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.

As a precautionary measure, tourist boat and ferry services in Chilika Lake have been suspended from October 26 to 29 to ensure public safety. Local authorities are monitoring the situation across coastal areas and water bodies.

Speaking to ANI, Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) Barkul Manager Sabyasachi Kara said precautionary measures had been taken as weather conditions began to deteriorate on Tuesday morning.

"All boats are in safe positions. Boat operations have been suspended for ...