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Cyclone Maila moves over Solomon sea, expected to hit parts of Australia

The cyclone is likely to impact communities around the Solomon Islands and the far south parts of Papua New Guinea.
Updated on Apr 09, 2026 04:12 pm IST

What's up with Tropical Cyclone Horacio, ‘strongest storm of 2026’ | Key points

Tropical Cyclone Horacio strengthened rapidly over the southwest Indian Ocean
Published on Feb 25, 2026 10:58 am IST

Cyclone Gezani leaves 59 dead in Madagascar, displaces more than 16,000

General view of the city center of Toamasina on February 14, 2026 following the passage of tropical cyclone Gezani
Published on Feb 16, 2026 05:04 pm IST

At least 9 dead after Cyclone Gezani sweeps Madagascar

Gezani was forecast to move across Madagascar from east to west on Wednesday, though the system had weakened to a tropical storm with wind speeds of around 110 kph (68 mph), according to the national weather service.
Published on Feb 11, 2026 04:06 pm IST

A winter storm threatens to bring blizzards and ice to parts of the U.S., hampering holiday travel

A winter storm threatens to bring blizzards and ice to parts of the U.S., hampering holiday travel
Published on Dec 29, 2025 12:45 am IST

India distributes dry ration to Cyclone Ditwah affected families in Sri Lanka

Dry ration packets being distributed among the families affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka
Published on Dec 20, 2025 02:24 pm IST

Over 600 schools in Sri Lanka’s cyclone-hit regions to stay shut for third term

People walk past damaged houses following landslides in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah in Ulapane village near Nawalapitiya town in Kandy in Sri Lanka.
Published on Dec 16, 2025 04:47 pm IST

Sri Lanka issues landslide warnings as cyclone Ditwah toll jumps to 618

An aerial view of submerged houses in a flooded area caused by heavy rainfall following Cyclone Ditwah in Niyamgamdora, Sri Lanka, December 2, 2025.
Published on Dec 07, 2025 02:26 pm IST

Asia flood death toll surpasses 1,500 as calls grow to fight deforestation

A bridge damaged by flash floods is seen in Bener Meriah district, Aceh province in Indonesia on December 4, 2025.
Published on Dec 05, 2025 09:28 am IST

Cyclone Ditwah: Death toll in Sri Lanka, Indonesia hit 1,300; rain lashes TN

India has dispatched relief materials and humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu.
Updated on Dec 03, 2025 06:22 pm IST

All schools in Puducherry shut due to Cyclone Ditwah-induced heavy rain

A bridge collapse due to strong winds and high tides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, in Puducherry
Published on Dec 03, 2025 09:41 am IST

Are Chennai schools closed today? City on orange alert for cyclone-driven rain

A woman carries a child as she walks past an auto rickshaw partially submerged in water after heavy rains triggered by Cyclone Ditwah in Chennai.
Updated on Dec 03, 2025 09:37 am IST

Cyclone Montha: Andhra ministers meet Shah, seek 902 crore immediate relief

The damage assessment reveals significant losses across multiple sectors: roads and infrastructure , permanent structures , water resources and irrigation
Updated on May 05, 2026 05:23 pm IST

Chennai schools closed: IMD issues alert for 'very heavy' rain in TN

On Tuesday, schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram remain closed as a precautionary measure with heavy rain continuing since morning.
Updated on Dec 03, 2025 06:52 am IST

Death toll crosses 450 mark in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

People stand next to debris near a damaged house after landslides caused by heavy rainfall following Cyclone Ditwah in Kandy, Sri Lanka, December 2, 2025.
Published on Dec 02, 2025 08:54 pm IST

'Comments na kholein': Pak's ‘expired’ food to SL gets roasted by netizens

A post on X by Pakistan High Commission in Colombo, that is now deleted, shared images of the food packages sent to Sri Lanka, carrying 10/2024 as expiry date
Updated on Dec 02, 2025 09:00 pm IST

Indian forces evacuate 9-month pregnant woman in flood-hit Lanka

India launched the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) initiative, Operation Sagar Bandhu, to help Sri Lanka. (Representational image)
Published on Dec 02, 2025 12:38 pm IST

Chennai on red alert as Cyclone Ditwah continues to bring heavy rain

Chennai on red alert today: The maximum temperature will be around 27 degrees Celsius and minimum will settle at 23 degrees Celsius.
Updated on Dec 02, 2025 02:02 pm IST

‘Baseless’: India on Pak claims of airspace denial for aid flight to Sri Lanka

A youth carries an elderly man as they wade through a flooded street after heavy rainfall in Wellampitiya on the outskirts of Colombo. The floods and landslides were triggered by Cyclone Ditwah.
Published on Dec 02, 2025 08:48 am IST

Cyclone Ditwah: Schools, colleges shut in Chennai, other areas amid rain alert

Students walk past the waterlogged portion of their school amid rain due to Cyclone Ditwah, in Chennai, Monday.
Updated on Dec 02, 2025 09:00 pm IST

Sri Lanka to set up special fund to recover from Cyclone Ditwah devastation

A man salvages goods from debris following a landslide in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah in Sarasavigama, Kandy District, Sri Lanka
Published on Dec 02, 2025 12:10 am IST

Remnants of cyclone Ditwah near TN-Pondy coasts cause spells of rain

The continuous rainfall caused waterlogging in many areas.
Published on Dec 01, 2025 10:55 pm IST

PM speaks to Lankan president, assures continued support after Cyclone Ditwah

Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel evacuated people from cyclone-affected areas as part of 'Operation Sagar Bandhu', in Sri Lanka.
Published on Dec 01, 2025 09:25 pm IST

Cyclone Ditwah, Senyar leave parts of Southeast Asia devastated, toll tops 1,000

People look towards a house partially submersed by the flood, following Cyclone Ditwah in Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka, December 1, 2025.
Updated on Dec 01, 2025 02:18 pm IST

Twin storm horror in Asia: Thousands killed in Cyclone Ditwah, Senyar fury |Pics

An auto rickshaw lies stranded as people wade through a flooded street after heavy rainfall in Wellampitiya on the outskirts of Sri Lanka's Colombo on November 30
Updated on Dec 01, 2025 09:01 pm IST

Cyclone Ditwah: Last batch of stranded Indian citizens in Sri Lanka evacuated

India has launched 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' to aid Sri Lanka following the devastation triggered by Cyclone Ditwah.
Published on Dec 01, 2025 09:18 am IST

Where is Cyclone Ditwah now? What IMD said in its latest update

A man stands amidst fishing boats docked on the shore, ahead of Cyclone Ditwah, in Chennai, India, November 30, 2025.
Published on Nov 30, 2025 03:15 pm IST

Cyclone Ditwah: 3 killed as heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu, 234 huts damaged

A view of high waves at Marina Beach in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, in Chennai.
Published on Nov 30, 2025 02:54 pm IST

Cyclone Ditwah to not make impact? IMD shares key update on landfall

Cyclone Ditwah: A view of high waves at Marina Beach in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, in Chennai.
Updated on Nov 30, 2025 11:18 am IST

Chennai weather today: IMD issues orange alert as Cyclone Ditwah nears India

As per the warnings issued for November 30, the IMD has issued an orange alert for Chennai and parts of Tamil Nadu.
Updated on Nov 30, 2025 09:55 am IST