A man wades through a flooded street following heavy rainfall in Wellampitiya, Sri Lanka, November 28, 2025. REUTERS/Thilina Kaluthotage
Cyclone Ditwah highlights: Flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka have seen delays and disruptions amid the Ditwah cyclone. PM Narendra Modi expressed condolences to Sri Lanka over the lives lost in Cyclone Ditwah and prayed for the recovery of affected families. He said India has sent urgent relief under Operation Sagar Bandhu and remains ready to extend further assistance.
The Indian Meteorological Department on Friday informed that the Cyclonic storm Ditwah is currently moving over coastal Sri Lanka and the adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal.
It is moving towards north-northwest and is expected to move closer to the Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh coasts by the early hours of November 30, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
At 8:30 am (IST) on November 28, the storm was located near 8.3°N and 81.0°E about 40 km southwest of Trincomalee and 100 km northwest of Batticaloa in Sri Lanka. On the Indian side, it was 320 km south-southeast of Karaikal, 430 km south-southeast of Puducherry, and 530 km south of Chennai.
The IMD further said that Cyclone Ditwah is likely to keep moving north-northwest, crossing along the Sri Lanka coast and the southwest Bay of Bengal. It is expected to reach the coasts of North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and South Andhra Pradesh by early morning on November 30.
Rainfall alert across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
Seeing the advancement of the storm, the Met department has issued alerts across Tamil Nadu. Regional Met department has issued a red alert in some Cauvery Delta districts, including Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, until November 30.
Cyclone warning signal No. 2 was hoisted at Puducherry port as Cyclone Ditwah moved closer. Sea conditions remain rough, with strong waves and gusty winds continuing along the coast, PTI reported.
A cyclone alert has been issued for north Tamil Nadu & Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts. Authorities have further advised coastal populations to remain alert as the system intensifies and approaches the Indian coastline.
Cyclone wreaks havoc in Sri Lanka
At least 46 people have died, and 23 more are missing as the cyclone continues to intensify, Reuters reported. The weather department on Friday warned that the storm could intensify as it moves across the island over the next 12 hours.
Nationwide, 43,991 people were evacuated to schools and other public shelters, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said in a statement. Schools in the country remained closed, train services were suspended, and the Colombo Stock Exchange announced an early trading halt.
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The Indian Meteorological Department on Friday informed that the Cyclonic storm Ditwah is currently moving over coastal Sri Lanka and the adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal.
It is moving towards north-northwest and is expected to move closer to the Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh coasts by the early hours of November 30, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
At 8:30 am (IST) on November 28, the storm was located near 8.3°N and 81.0°E about 40 km southwest of Trincomalee and 100 km northwest of Batticaloa in Sri Lanka. On the Indian side, it was 320 km south-southeast of Karaikal, 430 km south-southeast of Puducherry, and 530 km south of Chennai.
The IMD further said that Cyclone Ditwah is likely to keep moving north-northwest, crossing along the Sri Lanka coast and the southwest Bay of Bengal. It is expected to reach the coasts of North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and South Andhra Pradesh by early morning on November 30.
Rainfall alert across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
Seeing the advancement of the storm, the Met department has issued alerts across Tamil Nadu. Regional Met department has issued a red alert in some Cauvery Delta districts, including Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, until November 30.
Cyclone warning signal No. 2 was hoisted at Puducherry port as Cyclone Ditwah moved closer. Sea conditions remain rough, with strong waves and gusty winds continuing along the coast, PTI reported.
A cyclone alert has been issued for north Tamil Nadu & Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts. Authorities have further advised coastal populations to remain alert as the system intensifies and approaches the Indian coastline.
Cyclone wreaks havoc in Sri Lanka
At least 46 people have died, and 23 more are missing as the cyclone continues to intensify, Reuters reported. The weather department on Friday warned that the storm could intensify as it moves across the island over the next 12 hours.
Nationwide, 43,991 people were evacuated to schools and other public shelters, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said in a statement. Schools in the country remained closed, train services were suspended, and the Colombo Stock Exchange announced an early trading halt.
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Nov 28, 2025 10:40:58 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cuddalore identifies high-risk zones, sets up 233 relief centres, says District Collector
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cuddalore District Collector Sibi Adhithya Senthil Kumar said the district has stepped up preparedness as cyclone Ditwah approaches.
“In view of the cyclone Ditwah, IMD has issued a very heavy rainfall warning for Cuddalore district. The district administration has undertaken various preparedness measures. We hve identified 22 very high-vulnerability locations and 39 high-vulnerability locations where water usually stagnates,” he told ANI.
He said men and equipment, especially motors, have been pre-positioned to tackle waterlogging. The district has also readied 233 relief centres that can accommodate around 1.5 lakh people and provide food and water.
“All government hospitals in Cuddalore have backup power, essential medicines and adequate staff. Doctors are working round the clock. We have also identified pregnant mothers expected to deliver in the next two weeks. A 24/7 control room is functioning at the collectorate. The helpline number is 1077, and the public can call for any grievance,” the collector added.
Nov 28, 2025 9:53:50 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone leaves over 80 dead as Sri Lanka faces ‘unprecedented’ destruction
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Sri Lanka on Friday faced one of its worst recent disasters as Cyclone Ditwah triggered floods and landslides, leaving more than 80 people dead and causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure, according to PTI.
Sri Lankan authorities warned of an “unprecedented disaster situation” in the Western Province as water levels continued to rise in the Kelani and Attanagalu rivers.
Officials said Colombo and Gampaha face severe risk and urged residents in vulnerable zones to evacuate.
Nov 28, 2025 9:02:05 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Troops race to rescue stranded residents as death toll climbs to 69 in Sri Lanka
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Sri Lankan troops on Friday rushed to rescue hundreds of people stranded by rapidly rising floodwaters, as the toll from the severe weather reached 69, according to an AFP report
Authorities said another 34 people remain missing as rescue operations continue across the worst-hit regions.
Nov 28, 2025 8:43:43 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah lashes Pamban with strong winds, heavy rain and rough seas
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Pamban experienced strong winds, heavy rain and rough seas on Thursday as Cyclone Ditwah tracked north-northwest across Sri Lanka and the southwest Bay of Bengal.
The Chennai Meteorological Department also issued an alert, noting that the storm, positioned over coastal Sri Lanka and the adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal, has been moving north-northwest at 10 kmph over the last six hours.
Nov 28, 2025 8:31:08 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Flight between Chennai and Sri Lanka disrupted now
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah has disrupted flights between Chennai and Sri Lanka, with carriers such as IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines reporting delays, diversions and cancellations, according to a report by Times of India
Nov 28, 2025 8:16:30 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah puts North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and South Andhra Pradesh on alert
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and the coastal stretches of South Andhra Pradesh have been placed under cyclone watch as Cyclonic Storm Ditwah tracks north-northwest across Sri Lanka and the southwest Bay of Bengal.
The system is expected to pass close to the coast early on November 30.
Authorities have urged people to remain indoors, stay away from beaches, follow official updates and avoid circulating unverified information.
Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea. Staying alert and cautious, officials said, remains critical for safety.
Nov 28, 2025 8:08:47 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Ditwah nears Tamil Nadu coast; heavy rain expected
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah continued to edge toward the Tamil Nadu coast on Friday, with the weather office warning of heavy rainfall as the state assessed its preparedness for a second major weather system this month.
According to the forecast, southern districts and the Cauvery delta are likely to receive heavy rain between November 29 and 30.
Nov 28, 2025 7:59:55 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam declare Saturday holiday as Cyclone Ditwah approaches
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam have announced a holiday for all schools and colleges on Saturday (November 29, 2025) due to Cyclone Ditwah, according to several reports.
Nov 28, 2025 7:52:24 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: India delivers dry rations, fresh food and survival supplies to Sri Lanka via INS Vikrant and INS Udayagiri
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: India has rushed flood relief to Sri Lanka as Cyclone Ditwah intensifies, the Indian High Commission said on Friday.
The assistance includes 4.5 tonnes of dry rations, 2 tonnes of fresh food and additional survival supplies, delivered through INS Vikrant and INS Udayagiri under Operation Sagar Bandhu.
The mission said India stands with Sri Lanka and will continue support as needed.
Nov 28, 2025 7:46:42 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: INS Vikrant and INS Udaygiri join Sri Lanka Navy’s International Fleet Review 2025
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, and the indigenously built stealth frigate, INS Udaygiri, took part in the Sri Lanka Navy’s International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025, held from November 27 to 29 as part of the force’s 75th anniversary celebrations.
In a statement, the Ministry of Defence said both vessels are representing the Indian Navy at the multilateral event in Colombo, which has brought together warships, delegations, and observers from several nations.
Nov 28, 2025 7:39:10 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah brings gusty winds and high tides in Puducherry; disaster relief teams deployed
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: The storm is forecast to maintain its north-northwestward path and approach the southwest Bay of Bengal, close to the North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts, by the early hours of November 30, 2025.
Nov 28, 2025 7:17:55 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Families rescued from rooftops as Air Force airlifts man stuck on coconut tree
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Air force footage showed several families being lifted to safety from rooftops, along with a man who had climbed onto a coconut tree to escape the rising waters.
Nov 28, 2025 5:57:18 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone Ditwah to continue moving north-northwest, likely to reach Andhra coast on November 30: IMD
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: The Met department said in a post on X, “It is very likely to continue to move north-northwestwards across Sri Lanka coast & adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal and reach over southwest Bay of Bengal near North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts by early morning of 30th November.”
Nov 28, 2025 4:58:56 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: TN health dept on alert as Cyclone Ditwah nears; 24/7 medical teams deployed
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Friday said the health department has directed all government hospitals to keep medical teams available round the clock.
This is as the IMD has forecast heavy rainfall for November 29 and 30 across the southern and delta districts ahead of Cyclone Ditwah’s approach in the Bay of Bengal.
The cyclone is expected to reach the north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts by early morning on November 30.
Subramanian said that if more than two fever-related cases are reported in any locality, the department has been instructed to set up special medical camps in that area.
Nov 28, 2025 4:45:17 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says India delivers 73 tonnes of vital medical supplies to Afghanistan
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: “Augmenting Afghanistan’s healthcare efforts.
India has delivered 73 tonnes of life-saving medicines, vaccines and essential supplements to Kabul to cater to urgent medical needs.
India’s unwavering support to the Afghan people continues,” Jaiswal shared on X.
Nov 28, 2025 4:27:02 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: EAM Jaishankar announces commencement of Operation Sagar Bandhu
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: “Operation Sagar Bandhu commences. INS Vikrant and INS Udaygiri hand over relief material at Colombo. Further steps are underway,” S Jaishankar wrote on X.
Nov 28, 2025 4:10:33 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: TN CM Stalin says state “fully prepared” for Cyclone Ditwah, directs collectors to stay on alert
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: “We are fully prepared to face the cyclone. IMD has given a warning for heavy rain in Delta districts and southern areas on November 29-30. I have held a meeting with the Collectors of those districts and instructed them to be on alert. Relief camps will be set up in the areas to be affected by the cyclone,” the Chief Minister said.
“16 #SDRF teams and 12 #NDRF teams have been deployed to districts where heavy rainfall is likely to occur.
All departments must coordinate and act with proper planning, which the District Collectors should ensure! I request the general public to follow the warnings from the Meteorological Department, avoid going out unnecessarily, and stay in safe places,” Stalin wrote on X
Nov 28, 2025 3:43:15 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: PM Modi sends condolences, says India rushing aid to Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: “My heartfelt condolences to the people of Sri Lanka who have lost their loved ones due to Cyclone Ditwah. I pray for the safety, comfort and swift recovery of all affected families,” PM Narendra Modi wrote on X.
“In solidarity with our closest maritime neighbour, India has urgently dispatched relief materials and vital HADR support under Operation Sagar Bandhu. We stand ready to provide more aid and assistance as the situation evolves”.
“Guided by India’s Neighbourhood First policy and Vision MAHASAGAR, India continues to stand firmly with Sri Lanka in its hour of need,” he added.
Nov 28, 2025 3:39:36 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: INS Vikrant deployed to support Sri Lanka’s flood rescue efforts
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Indian officials on Friday confirmed that the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant will be deployed to support Sri Lanka’s flood rescue operations.
The indigenously built carrier had docked in Colombo from November 25 to 26 ahead of the International Fleet Review 2025, scheduled for November 30, according to the Sri Lankan Navy.
Defence Ministry officials said Sri Lanka formally requested the use of Vikrant’s aircraft to assist ongoing rescue and relief efforts as Cyclone Ditwah triggered severe weather and flooding after making landfall near the eastern Trincomalee region.
Nov 28, 2025 3:33:52 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Shashi Tharoor calls on hotels to help flyers stranded after Colombo diversions
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: “Concerned to learn that five international flights have been diverted from Colombo to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport because of Cyclone Ditwah disturbing weather patterns over Sri Lanka,” Shashi Tharoor wrote on X.
“The airlines are attempting to accommodate passengers in the city, but with the ongoing Navy week celebrations, Hotel rooms are scarce. Calling on all small and medium Hotels in my consistency to rise to the occasion and make space available for the stranded passengers”.
“Glad to hear the Indian government is deploying helicopters from the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, currently docked in Colombo, to support rescue and relief operations in the face of Cyclone Ditwah. The people of India stand with those of Sri Lanka at this time of peril,” Tharoor added.
Nov 28, 2025 2:50:53 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Tamil Nadu Disaster Response team arrives in Thanjavur ahead of cyclone Ditwah
The State Disaster Response Team of Tamil Nadu was seen arriving in Thanjavur ahead of Cyclone Ditwah, assuring that all precautions are in place, PTI reported.
Cyclone Ditwah is expected to make landfall on November 30. The IMD has issued alerts for heavy rain with thunderstorms and lightning across Tamil Nadu, Rayalaseema and Andhra Pradesh.
Nov 28, 2025 2:32:32 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: A look at rainfall warnings across India for next few days
As per IMD bulletin released on November 28, these were the weather warning where cyclone Ditwah is likely to impact:
- Tamil Nadu & Puducherry: Heavy to very heavy rainfall at many places over south coastal Tamil Nadu on 28th, over coastal Tamil Nadu on 29th and over north coastal Tamil Nadu & Puducherry on 30th November.
- Coastal Andhra Pradesh: Light to moderate rainfall at most places of Yanam and Rayalaseema, with heavy to very rainfall at isolated places on 29th November.
- Kerala & Mahe: Light to moderate rainfall at many places with heavy rainfall at isolated places likely during 28th and 29th November.
- Telangana: Light to moderate rainfall at a few places with heavy rainfall at isolated places likely on 30th November.
Nov 28, 2025 2:22:29 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Sri Lanka closes schools as death toll from landslides and floods rises to 46
Amid the death of at least 46 people, the Ministry of Education of Sri Lanka on Friday declared the temporary closure of international schools across the country. “Considering the prevailing adverse weather, all international schools operating in the country are advised to temporarily close with immediate effect,” a press release said.
Nov 28, 2025 2:07:08 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: When will the cyclone reach near Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh?
Managing Director of Disaster Management Authority, Prakhar Jain, said that the cyclone has moved at a speed of 8 km per hour and will likely reach by November 30. “It is likely to reach the Southwest Bay of Bengal, near the North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and South Andhra coastal areas, by the day after tomorrow,” he said.
Due to its impact, heavy rains are expected in Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema tomorrow and the day after,” Jain added.
Nov 28, 2025 1:58:31 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: IMD advises suspension of fishing operations during cyclone warning
According to the IMD weather bulletin for Cyclone Ditwah on Friday, fishing operations should be completely suspended, and coastal hutment dwellers must be shifted to safer locations.
People in affected areas were advised to stay indoors and avoid taking shelter under trees due to the risk of lightning. Further, surface transport and helicopter services were also advised to be strictly regulated during the cyclone warning.
Nov 28, 2025 1:46:42 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: What are the conditions in Sri Lanka as cyclone intensifies across island?
- At least 46 people have died and 23 more are missing as the cyclone continues to intensify, Reuters reported.
- Weather department warned that the storm could intensify as it moves across the island over the next 12 hours.
- Nationwide, 43,991 people were evacuated to schools and other public shelters, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said in a statement
- Schools remained closed, train services were suspended, and the Colombo Stock Exchange announced an early trading halt.
Nov 28, 2025 1:31:46 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Gusty winds on Tamil Nadu coast from November 29, expected to decrease by December 1
As per IMD, gusty winds will prevail along the Tamil Nadu coast from the morning of November 29 to the evening of November 30, with winds peaking at 70-80 kmph with gusts up to 90 kmph. A gradual decrease in wind speed is expected to begin on December 1.
Along and off the south Tamil Nadu coast, squally winds of 55-65 kmph gusting to 75 kmph will increase to 60-70 kmph gusting to 80 kmph from November 29 until midnight on November 30.
Nov 28, 2025 1:21:04 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: What are the weather warnings for tomorrow?
According to a weather bulletin by the Indian Meteorological Department, widespread rain is expected across Tamil Nadu, especially in the northern districts, on November 29.
Heavy rain is forecast for isolated places in Pudukkottai, Tiruchirappalli, Salem, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tirupattur, Karur and Namakkal.
Nov 28, 2025 1:05:29 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Sri Lanka deploys troops for relief and rescue as cyclone moves across coast
Sri Lankan authorities on Friday deployed military troops for relief and rescue operations as the death toll from floods and landslides continued to rise. Helicopters, navy boats and armoured personnel carriers are being used to evacuate marooned villagers, AFP reported.
The island’s entire 65,000-square-kilometre area is experiencing rainfall, with some regions seeing 360 millimetres rain in the past 24 hours.
Nov 28, 2025 12:54:42 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: ‘Government fully prepared to handle cyclone’: says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Amid the cyclone alert in Tamil Nadu, CM MK Stalin talked about preparation for disaster, stating, “The government is fully prepared to handle Cyclone Ditwah and has issued necessary orders to ensure people’s safety.”
According to the Chennai Met Department, Cyclonic Storm Ditwah remained centred over coastal Sri Lanka and the adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal at 8:30 am (IST)
Nov 28, 2025 12:41:11 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: What steps has Tamil Nadu government taken to ensure safety amid cyclone warning?
- NDRF teams of 30 personnel have been deployed across several districts in Tamil Nadu to carry out precautionary operations
- Dog search unit has been deployed, featuring four trained sniffer dogs: Rani, Mickey, Laika, and Rambo, to locate and save people trapped under debris.
- The Tamil Nadu met department has issued a red alert in some Cauvery Delta districts and an orange alert in five districts, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Ranipet and Chengalpattu.
- Reviewed real-time disaster monitoring systems, including automated weather instruments, the TN Alert app and the TN Smart 2.0 portal for officials, PTI reported.
Nov 28, 2025 12:29:54 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: 46 dead, 23 missing in Sri Lanka due to cyclone Ditwah
Cyclone Ditwah that swept across Sri Lanka on Friday killed at least 46 people and left 23 missing, Reuters reported. Most deaths were caused by landslides after over 300 mm of rain fell in 24 hours, heavily impacting the island’s eastern and central regions.
The Disaster Management Centre said 43,991 people had been evacuated to schools and public shelters, including families rescued from rooftops.
Nov 28, 2025 12:20:22 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: 4 flights diverted from Colombo to Thiruvananthapuram amid bad weather
Four flights from Colombo to Thiruvananthapuram were diverted in the wake of bad weather and the impact of cyclonic storm Ditwah, ANI reported, citing Thiruvananthapuram Airport officials.
While two flights were of Sri Lankan Airlines, one flight was of Etihad Airways and another of Air Asia. These flights from Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo were diverted to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.
Nov 28, 2025 12:07:42 PM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: What was the cyclonic storm Ditwah named after?
The cyclonic storm is named Cyclone ‘Ditwah’, a name submitted by Yemen, according to the roster which lists names of tropical cyclones over the north Indian Ocean.
It is likely named after Detwah Lagoon, a large, saline lagoon on the northwest coast of the island of Socotra in Yemen, PTI reported, citing RMC chief.
Nov 28, 2025 11:55:58 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Warning signal hoisted at Puducherry port as cyclone moves closer
Cyclone warning signal No. 2 has been hoisted at Puducherry port as Cyclone Ditwah moves closer on Friday. Sea conditions remain rough, with strong waves and gusty winds continuing along the coast, PTI reported. Fishermen have been advised to stay away from the sea.
Cyclone warning signal No. 2 is used when a storm has formed far out at sea, with wind speeds of about 60–90 km/h. It alerts ships and vessels to stay cautious and watch for possible danger.
Nov 28, 2025 11:46:40 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Tamil Nadu CM holds meeting to review disaster management initiatives
As cyclonic storm Ditwah moves towards Indian coasts, Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority met under the leadership of Chief Minister M K Stalin to review special initiatives undertaken for disaster management, news agency PTI reported.
“It (Ditwah) is currently being treated as a cyclonic storm. Forecasts do not, at present, upgrade it to a severe cyclone,” the RMC chief said.
Nov 28, 2025 11:38:23 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Rainfall alerts issued in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh for Novmeber 28
For November 28, IMD has issued a red alert in Tamil Nadu’s Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam. Elsewhere, yellow and orange alerts have also been issued. A yellow alert has been issued in Puducherry as of now.
In Andhra Pradesh, a yellow alert has been issued in several areas, including Tirupathi, Prakasam, Kakinada, Guntur and others for moderate to heavy rainfall.
Nov 28, 2025 11:31:44 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Where is the cyclone expected to move ?
The cyclone is likely to continue tracking north-northwestwards along the Sri Lanka coast and into the adjoining sea before emerging into the Bay of Bengal.
Further, it is expected to reach near Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and south Andhra Pradesh by the morning of November 30.
Nov 28, 2025 11:23:22 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Eight NDRF teams deployed across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed eight teams across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry after requests from the state disaster authorities, as heavy rain continues ahead of Cyclone Ditva.
Each team has 30 personnel. Two teams have been sent to Puducherry, while one team each is stationed in Thanjavur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Pudukkottai, Cuddalore, and Tiruvarur.
Nov 28, 2025 11:14:33 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Heavy rain expected in coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema on 29 and 30 November
Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority on Friday said that heavy rains are expected in Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema on Saturday and Sunday due to the impact of cyclonic storm Ditwah.
“Over the past six hours, the cyclone has moved at a speed of 8 km per hour. Due to its impact, heavy rains are expected in Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema tomorrow and the day after,” he added.
Nov 28, 2025 10:57:21 AM IST
Cyclone Ditwah LIVE updates: Cyclone currently over coastal Sri Lanka and southwest Bay of Bengal
The Cyclonic Storm Ditwah is currently over coastal Sri Lanka and adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal, moving north-northwestwards with a speed of 10 kmph during the past 6 hours and lies centred at 8:30 am IST today, the Indian Meteorological Department informed.
It is likely to continue to move north-northwestwards across the Sri Lanka coast & adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal and reach near North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts by early morning of 30th November.
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