Republic Day Celebrations Amidst Rain Forecast in AP, Telangana Dry

• A trough over southern states brings scattered showers to Rayalaseema today, January 26, affecting areas like Tirupati, Chittoor, and Kadapa.
• Coastal Andhra and North Andhra will experience less intense sun but no rain, while Telangana remains completely dry with moderate sun.
• Temperatures are forecast at 29°C in Telangana, 32°C in AP, and 27°C in Rayalaseema, with cold nights expected in Telangana and Coastal/North Andhra.
• The 77th Republic Day celebrations are underway, with a Vande Bharat themed parade on Kartavya Path in Delhi and events in Secunderabad and Rayapudi, Amaravati.
• Nationwide gig worker protests, wine shop closures in AP and Telangana, and the launch of the 2026 Renault Duster SUV are also notable events today.

Why It Matters: Republic Day celebrations proceed nationwide, with rain expected in parts of AP and dry weather in Telangana.