October 2025 News Archive: Cyclones, Cricket, and Bollywood Hits

When you think of October 2025, a month marked by sudden weather shifts, sports comebacks, and entertainment buzz in India. It was the month when nature, sport, and showbiz collided in ways no one saw coming. This wasn’t just another month on the calendar—it was packed with events that shaped how India reacted to disaster, victory, and fandom.

One of the biggest stories was Cyclone Montha, a powerful storm that slammed into Andhra Pradesh and triggered heavy rain across 14 Indian states. The India Meteorological Department warned of lingering dangers even as the cyclone weakened, showing how quickly a single weather system can ripple through entire regions. Lives were lost, towns flooded, and emergency teams scrambled. This wasn’t just a weather report—it was a real-time test of India’s disaster response. Meanwhile, on the cricket field, Dhruv Jurel, a backup wicketkeeper with a quiet reputation, made headlines after a massive 202-run innings in the Ranji Trophy reignited his Test career. His performance didn’t just earn him a spot in the squad—it made fans ask: who’s really ready to step up if Pant gets injured? And then there was the IPL 2026 bombshell: a photo of MS Dhoni, the legendary captain long tied to Chennai Super Kings, wearing a Mumbai Indians jersey. The internet exploded. Was this a prank? A leak? Or the start of a shocking franchise switch? The BCCI stayed quiet, but fans didn’t.

Off the field, Bollywood had its own moment. Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, a film starring Harshvardhan Rane, didn’t just open—it exploded, recovering 75% of its ₹25 crore budget in two days. That kind of return is rare, especially after Diwali, when audiences are picky. It proved that even mid-budget films can strike gold if they hit the right emotional note. And in the Test match against West Indies, India’s new lineup, led by Siraj’s 4-wicket haul, showed they weren’t just filling seats—they were building momentum. Rahul and Gill held the chase steady, reminding everyone that India’s future isn’t just about young stars—it’s about steady hands under pressure.

October 2025 didn’t just deliver news. It delivered moments that stuck. The kind you remember because they changed something—whether it was a team’s future, a player’s path, or how a city prepared for the next storm. Below, you’ll find the full stories behind each of these moments. No fluff. Just what happened, why it mattered, and how it shaped the month.