The cyclone made landfall a little after midnight (1930 GMT Thursday), crossing the coasts of the eastern states of Odisha and West Bengal between Puri and Sagar Island with wind speeds of 100-110 kph (62-68 mph), gusting up to 120 kph (75 mph). The landfall process finished almost 10 hours later.

A powerful cyclone is expected to barrel into India's eastern coast early on Friday. Here are some key details about its landfall and intensity, and the measures being taken by authorities to protect people and property.

Heavy rain and high winds lashed parts of eastern India on Friday as a tropical storm hit coastal areas and rescue teams on high alert braced for its impact.