Tamil Nadu Disaster Management Minister K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran, speaking on Sunday about preparations ahead of Cyclone Ditwah, said that approximately 56,000 hectares of farmland have been flooded in the state.
As Operation Sagar Bandhu continues in full swing, extending assistance and aid to Sri Lanka amid the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar highlighted the close coordination between NDRF personnel and Sri Lankan authorities in ongoing relief o
Nellore district administration has been put on high alert in view of Cyclone Ditwah. Several areas received heavy rainfall on Sunday morning. Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas has led to a strong inflow of floodwater into the Somasila reservoir.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a red alert for the north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts, as Cyclonic Storm Ditwah continues its northward trajectory over the southwest Bay of Bengal, steadily moving closer to the shoreline.
Strong winds and rough sea conditions were reported along the Puducherry coast as Cyclone Ditwah continues to move closer, prompting authorities to issue warnings and enforce precautionary measures.
As cyclone Ditwah hit Sri Lanka, the Government of India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu, which mobilized aid and assistance for the island nation, along with the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and 80 NDRF personnel working round the clock in safeguarding lives and extending timely assista
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for several districts across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, including Chennai, for the next three hours on Sunday till 10 am, warning of light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning as Cyclone Ditwah cont
Five teams of the 6th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been airlifted from Vadodara to Chennai on Sunday to strengthen emergency preparedness as Cyclone Ditwah intensifies over the Bay of Bengal and impacts the eastern coastal regions of India, particularly Ta
Union Minister emphasised the establishment of dedicated helplines and passenger-assistance desks to support travellers facing uncertainties due to cancellations or rerouting.
Cyclonic storm Ditwah is advancing north-northwestwards in the southwest Bay of Bengal, with a red alert in place for north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected in several districts, prompting precautionary measur
The Deputy CM stated that complaints and requests from the public regarding rain-related issues circulating on social media have been taken up for review. Authorities have responded immediately to all grievances received, he said.