Cyclone Ditwah: Havoc in Sri Lanka as death toll nears rises, India continues evacuation efforts

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Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Update from Met office

In its latest update, the Met office reported that Cyclone Ditwah is currently located about 90 km southeast of Cuddalore, 120 km northeast of Karaikal, 90 km southeast of Puducherry, 170 km northeast of Vedaranniyam, and 150 km southeast of Chennai.

"The minimum distance of the centre of the cyclone from north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts is about 80 km. It is very likely to move nearly northwards parallel to North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts and weaken into a deep depression during the next 3 hours." the bulletin issued by MET office said on Sunday evening, as cited by PTI.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: NDRF team deployed in Andhra Pradesh's Nellore

"An NDRF team from the NDRF 10th battalion has been stationed in Nellore as a precautionary measure of Cyclone Ditwah, which started from the Bay of Bengal. This team has 30 rescuers in total... Our team is in continuous contact with the district and state administrations... There has been no loss of any kind because of this cyclone yet...," assistant commander, NDRF, Pavan was quoted as saying by ANI.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Indians stranded in Sri Lanka evacuated

At least 400 Indian nationals stranded at Colombo airport due to severe weather in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka were flown back to India on Sunday.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Tamil Nadu ready to support cyclone affected Sri Lanka

Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday said the Tamil Nadu government is ready to lend a helping hand to cyclone-wrecked Sri Lanka, by providing food and medicine, through the Union government.

Stalin said he has directed Chief Secretary N Muruganandam to form a committee of officials to work in coordination with the Central government in this regard.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Police remove locals in Puducherry

Puducherry: Police and other agencies' personnel remove locals and tourists from Gandhi Beach as a precautionary measure, as the sea continues to remain rough and strong winds are witnessed here.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: What is the IMD forecast saying?

IMD says, "The Cyclonic Storm Ditwah over Southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts moved nearly northwards with the speed of 12 kmph during past 6 hours and lay centered at 0830 hrs IST of today, the 30th November 2025 over the same region, near latitude 11.4°N and longitude 80.6°E, about 100 km east-southeast of Cuddalore, 100 km east-northeast of Karaikal, 110 km southeast of Puducherry, 140 km northeast of Vedaranniyam and 180 km south-southeast of Chennai. The minimum distance of the centre of the cyclone from north Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts is about 70km. It is very likely to move nearly northwards parallel to North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts during next 24 hours. While moving northwards the cyclonic storm will be centered over Southwest Bay of Bengal within a minimum distance of 60 km and 30 km from the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coastline by afternoon and evening of today."

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: What is IAF saying?

Indian Air Force tweets, "Cyclone Ditwah | Even as relief efforts continue in Sri Lanka, the Indian Air Force has simultaneously pressed into domestic support operations. An IAF C-17 has airlifted NDRF teams and equipment from Pune and Vadodara to Chennai, enabling the rapid deployment of over 300 NDRF personnel and around 35 tonnes of essential gear"

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: 38 relief camps set up across vulnerable districts in Tamil Nadu

Revenue minister Ramachandran said the state has activated 38 relief centres as part of preparations for Cyclone Ditwah. The facilities span multiple vulnerable districts: nine in Pudukkottai, two each in Mayiladuthurai and Ramanathapuram, four in Tiruvarur, two in Thanjavur, 10 in Nagapattinam, one each in Ranipet and Chengalpattu, and seven in Viluppuram, providing shelter to a total of 2,391 people.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Telecom dept sets up 24X7 control room

The Department of Telecom has set up a round-the-clock control room and taken extensive measures to ensure resilience of communication networks in view of cyclone Ditwah, an official statement said on Sunday. Cyclone Ditwah has triggered rain in several parts of Tamil Nadu as it is expected to move parallel to the coastline of the northern parts of the state and neighbouring Puducherry in the next 24 hours.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: IMD Forecasts Intense Showers Till Dec 1 in Tamil Nadu

Rains triggered by Cyclone Ditwah continued in several parts of Tamil Nadu as it is expected to move parallel to the coastline of northern parts of the state and neighbouring Puducherry in the next 24 hours. Due to the impact of the cyclone, heavy to very heavy rain at a few places and extremely heavy rainfall are likely to occur over Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Tiruchirappalli, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur and Ranipet districts and Puducherry and Karaikal over the next 24 hours.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: IMD hoists danger Signal 5 as storm nears

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has hoisted Danger Signal Number 5 (D-V) as Cyclone Ditwah nears Tamil Nadu–Puducherry coast. Meanwhile, rain linked to the approaching storm continues to lash several parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Strong winds, rough seas hit Puducherry

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. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert, as the cyclonic storm over the southwest Bay of Bengal advanced northwards at a speed of seven kmph, posing a severe threat to the northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Heavy rain alert in these Tamil Nadu districts

Heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated instances of extremely heavy rain, is expected over the next 24 hours in Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Tiruchirappalli, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur and Ranipet districts, as well as in Puducherry and Karaikal, due to the cyclone’s impact.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: 3 killed in rain-related incidents in TN, says minister

Three people have lost their lives in rain-related incidents caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Tamil Nadu, Minister KKSSR Ramachandran said on Sunday. As many as 149 cattle died and 57,000 hectares of farmland have been affected in the delta districts, the minister for Revenue and Disaster Management said.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: NDRF teams ‘equipped to deal with flood-like situation in Chennai’

Speaking about precautionary measures taken on Cyclone Ditwah, NDRF Deputy Commandant Kapil K told PTI, “Our teams are equipped to deal with a flood-like situation in Chennai.” “To tackle a flood-like situation, we have inflatable rubber boats, we have life jackets, and our men are trained in giving medical first response. We are also trained in rope rescue items,” he added.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Cyclone triggers heavy rains in Andhra's Nellore

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.

As a result, the Penna River is flowing vigorously with the increased floodwater.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Five 6th Battalion NDRF teams airlifted from Vadodara to Chennai as cyclone intensifies

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 Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

Cyclone Ditwah LIVE Updates: No landfall expected, rain continues to batter TN and Puducherry

Private weather bloggers were quoted by PTI as saying that the cyclone would weaken into a deep depression while Mayiladuthurai recorded the heavy rainfall of 140-220 mm in the last 24 hours. “The cyclone will weaken further into a deep depression and then to a depression inching northward. It is expected that the system to stay in the open water for one more day, dissipating in the Chennai coast without making the landfall process,” another private blogger said.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Cyclone Ditwah continues northward parallel to TN-Puducherry coast

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, ANI reported. According to the IMD's 5:30 am update on Sunday, Cyclone Ditwah moved nearly northwards at a speed of 7 kmph over the past six hours and was centred over the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining North Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Visuals from Chennai's Marina Beach show strong winds, rough sea conditions as cyclone nears

Strong winds and rough sea conditions were witnessed in the capital on Sunday as Cyclone Ditwah moves closer.

Visuals from Marina Beach:

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: IMD warns residents, bars fishermen from venturing into sea

The IMD has advised residents to remain indoors, avoid coastal areas, and follow local administration instructions. Fishermen are warned not to venture into the sea along the affected coasts.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: IMD issues yellow alert across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry for next 3 hours

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 continues to influence weather conditions along the country's east coast.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews railways' preparedness

Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, reviewed preparedness measures with General Manager and teams of Southern Railways to ensure minimum disruption to rail services and ensure safety for passengers and coastal populations. Union Minister emphasised the establishment of dedicated helplines and passenger-assistance desks to support travellers facing uncertainties due to cancellations or rerouting.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Heavy rains lash districts; Deputy CM, ministers on inspections

As several districts in Tamil Nadu continue to witness heavy rainfall since the past two days. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin conducted field inspections in the affected areas and at the state disaster force control room in Chennai. Tamil Nadu Revenue Minister KKSSR Ramachandran accompanied Udhayanidhi during the inspection.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Storm preparations as states brace for impact

In response to the storm, Tamil Nadu has deployed 28 disaster response teams and prepared 6,000 relief camps across vulnerable districts. The state government is reviewing emergency plans, readying shelters and coordinating with local agencies to manage what is now the second major weather system to threaten the region this month.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Heavy rainfall and warnings across multiple districts

The IMD issued a red alert for several districts in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, forecasting extremely heavy rain accompanied by strong winds. Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Villupuram and Chengalpattu, along with the Puducherry-Karaikal region, are expected to bear the brunt of the downpour. Southern and delta districts of Tamil Nadu have already begun experiencing torrential rain, with conditions set to intensify as the system edges closer.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Heavy rains to hit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

Cyclone Ditwah live updates: According to weather forecasts, heavy rains are expected in the northern districts of Tamil Nadu on November 30 until noon, due to the cyclonic system. Notably, Nagapattinam district alone has recorded 30 cm of rainfall in the last two days. Puducherry is also expected to witness heavy rain and strong winds as Cyclone Ditwah advances, with high tides and rainfall affecting coastal areas.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Tamil Nadu govt sets up relief camps

The Tamil Nadu government has established 6,000 relief camps across the state, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister KKSSR Ramachandran said on Saturday. "We have placed as many camps for people to stay in the cyclone-affected areas. As of now, we have set up 6000 camps all over Tamil Nadu, but people have come in very small numbers... Rain (clouds) is now moving from Ramanathapuram district towards the coastal districts, and there is not much impact due to the rain," the minister was quoted by ANI as saying.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Cyclone Ditwah nears Vedaranyam coast, says TN minister

Rain triggered by Cyclone Ditwah lashed coastal areas and Cauvery delta districts in the state on Saturday, with Ramanathapuram and Nagapattinam districts bearing the brunt. As normal life in Rameswaram and Nagapattinam was affected by continuous rain accompanied by gusty winds, State Revenue and Disaster Management Minister K K S S R Ramachandran said that about 28 disaster response teams, including SDRF and NDRF teams, are on standby. Cyclone Ditwah lay centred over the Vedaranyam coast in Tamil Nadu’s Nagapattinam district, according to the latest bulletin from the IMD.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: LG holds emergency meet; Puducherry shuts schools, colleges

Puducherry Lt Governor K Kailashnathan on Friday held an emergency meeting with officials, directing them to take all precautionary measures ahead of heavy rains in the union territory under the influence of cyclone Ditwah. A release from Raj Nivas said the IMD has issued a 'red alert' for Puducherry, forecasting intense rainfall on November 29 and 30 due to the cyclone in the Bay of Bengal. A 'red alert' indicates heavy-to-extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: CM Stalin reviews preparedness as cyclone closes in towards TN coast

Chief Minister M K Stalin reviewed the situation. At the state emergency operations centre, he said, "a red alert (extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours) has been issued for the southern and delta districts. I held a video conference with the collectors of the districts where red alerts have been sounded. Already, a meeting of higher officials was convened with senior officials yesterday (Thursday) to issue detailed instructions." The CM said his government has deployed senior officials in vulnerable districts, and all of them have already reached their assigned areas.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Cyclone Ditwah to bring four days of heavy rain, winds across Andhra

The IMD forecast heavy rainfall across parts of Andhra Pradesh for four days from November 30 to December 3 under the influence of cyclonic storm Ditwah. According to the India Meteorological Department, the cyclonic storm over the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining north Sri Lanka moved northwards at a speed of 10 kmph during the past six hours and remained centred over the same region as of 11:30 am.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Rain lashes TN, 28 disaster response teams on standby, says minister

Rain triggered by Cyclone Ditwah lashed the coastal areas and Cauvery delta districts on Saturday, with Ramanathapuram and Nagapattinam districts bearing the brunt. Normal life in Rameswaram was affected for the second day today owing to continuous rain accompanied by gusty winds. Few trees were uprooted in Nagapattinam, which also experienced heavy rains, an official said.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Air India issues travel advisory for Cyclone Ditwah

Air India on Saturday issued a travel advisory on the possible disruption in flight operations due to heavy rain and strong winds resulting from Cyclone Ditwah. Air India requested the travellers to check the status of their flights before heading to the airport. The airlines also advised people to contact their call assistance for any assistance.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Chennai Airport cancels 47 flights as TN braces for Cyclone Ditwah

As Cyclone Ditwah approached closer to the coastal region of Tamil Nadu, 47 flights scheduled for Sunday have been cancelled at Chennai Airport due to the threat of heavy rain. Of the 47 flights, 36 are domestic, and 11 are international. If the cyclone intensifies further, more flights are expected to be cancelled. Therefore, passengers scheduled to travel tomorrow are advised to contact their respective airlines to confirm departure timings and plan their travel accordingly, Chennai Airport authorities have said.

Cyclone Ditwah Tracker Live Updates: Vaishnaw reviews railway preparedness ahead of Cyclone Ditwah

In view of Cyclone Ditwah bearing down on Tamil Nadu, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed preparedness measures on Saturday to ensure minimum disruption to rail services and passenger safety. The coastal areas expected to be hit by the impending cyclone fall mainly under the Southern Railway zone.