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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
world news
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.
world news
Published on Feb 11, 2026 04:06 pm IST

Benin coup attempt foiled: Minister says armed forces true to their oath

Benin's president Patrice Talon, who came to power in 2016, is due to reach the end of his second term in 2026, the maximum allowed by the constitution.
world news
Published on Dec 07, 2025 05:08 pm IST

US updates travel advisory for exotic tourist destination; warns of violence

US has updated its travel advisory for Madagascar
us news
Published on Oct 20, 2025 12:00 am IST

Madagascar coup leader Colonel Randrianirina sworn in as president

Madagascar's new military ruler, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, signs documents after being sworn in as president on Friday.
world news
Published on Oct 17, 2025 06:05 pm IST

Madagascar's coup leader sworn in as president after military takeover

His ascent to the presidency came just three days after he announced that the armed forces were taking power of the island.
world news
Published on Oct 17, 2025 01:43 pm IST

UN condemns military takeover in Madagascar as coup leader to be president

Col. Michael Randrianirina is due to be sworn in as Madagascar's leader at a ceremony at the High Constitutional Court on Friday.
world news
Published on Oct 17, 2025 05:29 am IST

US warns tourists to ‘reconsider travel’ to this popular island, cites violence

U.S. raises Madagascar travel advisory to Level 3, citing violent unrest and rising crime across the island nation
us
Published on Oct 17, 2025 12:01 am IST

Gen Z revolution or military coup in Madagascar?

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CAPSAT military unit commander Col. Michael Randrianirina, center, arrives at the Presidency to announce that the armed forces are taking control of the country in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/ Brian Inganga)
world news
Updated on Oct 16, 2025 10:03 am IST

Madagascar's military coup leader says he is "taking the position of president"

CAPSAT military unit commander Col. Michael Randrianirina.
world news
Published on Oct 15, 2025 05:16 pm IST

Another regime falls to Gen Z protests, army takes control of Madagascar

CAPSAT military unit commander Col. Michael Randrianirina, center, arrives at the Presidency to announce that the armed forces are taking control of the country in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/ Brian Inganga)
world news
Updated on Oct 14, 2025 08:25 pm IST

Another government toppled by Gen Z, this time in Africa

A protester carries a banner featuring a Malagasy version of the logo of the popular Japanese manga One Piece, a symbol adopted by Gen Z protest movements worldwide. He marches along with other protestors during a nationwide youth-led demonstration in Antananarivo, Madagascar, over frequent power outages and water shortages.
world news
Updated on Oct 14, 2025 09:03 am IST

Will Gen Z unseat Madagascar's leader of 26 yrs? President no stranger to a coup

Motorcyclists drive chanting anti-government slogans and waving Malagasy flags as they celebrate in downtown Antananarivo,
world news
Published on Oct 12, 2025 09:38 pm IST

Madagascar president warns of attempted coup after soldiers join protests

Protesters gather around a Madagascar military vehicle during a nationwide youth-led protest over frequent power outages and water shortages,
world news
Published on Oct 12, 2025 02:12 pm IST

After Nepal, Gen-Z protests rock Madagascar and Peru: Here's why

Thousands gathered for renewed anti-government demonstrations in several cities across Madagascar.
world news
Published on Sept 30, 2025 08:33 pm IST

Three sites in African continent removed from UNESCO world heritage 'in danger' list

Three sites in African continent removed from UNESCO world heritage 'in danger' list
us news
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 01:22 am IST

African nations that faced steep Trump tariffs get some relief but mostly more uncertainty

African nations that faced steep Trump tariffs get some relief but mostly more uncertainty
us news
Updated on Oct 06, 2025 03:27 pm IST

Study reveals how ‘upside down’ trees thrived across oceans, defying extinction

The various names, including ‘mother of the forest’ in the Malagasy language, the ‘upside-down tree,’ and the ‘tree of life,’ because of their unique features, which you will explore as you read this.
environment
Updated on May 18, 2024 10:36 pm IST

At least 12 killed in crush at Indian Ocean Island Games opening in Madagascar.

A video shows a person being taken to a hospital in Antananarivo on August 25, 2023, after a crowd rush at a stadium. Over 12 people were killed in a crush during the opening ceremony of the Indian Ocean Island Games in Madagascar. ( Pic Source: X/@thaiparampil)
world news
Updated on Aug 26, 2023 09:14 pm IST

At least 13 killed, over 100 injured in stampede at Madagascar stadium

The cause of the tragedy was not immediately known but the Red Cross said the toll could climb.
world news
Published on Aug 26, 2023 05:32 am IST

Xi projects dominance in Indian Ocean, names 19 sea bed features

File photo of Wang Yuan 5 ballistic missile tracking sea surveillance ship at Sri Lanka Hambantota Port in August 2022.
world news
Published on Apr 17, 2023 07:08 am IST

Pakistan in ‘critically water insecure’ category: UN report

Pakistan in ‘critically water insecure’ category: UN report. (HT File)
world news
Updated on Mar 25, 2023 06:27 am IST

Cyclone Batsirai barrels towards Madagascar: All you need to know about it

A satellite image shows Cyclone Batsirai heading towards Madagascar on February 4.
world news
Published on Feb 05, 2022 07:22 am IST

Madagascar's police chief swims 12 hours to shore after copter crash in ocean

A photo made available by Madagascar's ministry of defense shows the wreck of the boat "Francia" after it was towed ashore near Mahambo, northeastern Madagascar, on Tuesday. 
world news
Published on Dec 23, 2021 07:37 am IST

India sending rice, HCQ tablets as humanitarian assistance to Madagascar

Indian assistance to the Madagascar government was conveyed by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in a phone conversation with Madagascar's Foreign Minister.
india news
Published on Mar 01, 2021 09:49 pm IST

Street library opened at Embassy of India, Antananarivo to spread joy of reading

The image shows the newly inaugurated library.
trending
Published on Jan 21, 2021 08:18 pm IST

‘World’s ugliest orchid’ discovered in the forests of Madagascar

An orchid (Gastrodia agnicellus) is seen in this photo taken in Madagascar.
trending
Updated on Dec 18, 2020 01:40 am IST

Jazz vocalist Sanjeeta Bhattacharya strikes a solid note

Sanjeeta Bhattacharya makes her rap debut with her new release,
brunch
Published on Nov 08, 2020 07:50 am IST

Scientists find Madagascar chameleon last seen 100 years ago

Scientists say they have found an elusive chameleon species that was last spotted in Madagascar 100 years ago.
world news
Updated on Oct 30, 2020 06:57 pm IST

Indian Embassy in Madagascar organises Gandhi Katha to celebrate Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary

Gandhi was a personality who was open to new ideas; he was a cultural cosmopolitan but a staunch nationalist.
art culture
Updated on Sept 26, 2020 10:56 am IST
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