India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu immediately after the cyclone made landfall, becoming the first nation to deploy specialised disaster responders.

India's Foreign Minister Jaishankar to visit Sri Lanka amid ongoing recovery from deadly Cyclone Ditwah

Cyclone Ditwah has disrupted normal life across Sri Lanka, forcing over 600 schools to remain closed for the third academic term. Heavy rains, flooding and infrastructure damage have also dealt a blow to the island nation’s fragile economy. Authorities continue relief operations as concerns grow over recovery, education losses and economic strain in the cyclone’s aftermath.


Cyclone Ditwah: Over 600 Schools Stay Shut for Third Term; Sri Lankan Economy Takes a Beating 

Sri Lanka has begun restoration work on religious sites severely damaged by Cyclone Ditwah. Temples, churches, and other heritage structures faced heavy destruction as strong winds and flooding swept across multiple regions. Restoration teams, along with local authorities, are now assessing structural damage, clearing debris, and securing historically significant locations.


Cyclone Ditwah: Sri Lanka begins restoration of cyclone-hit religious sites

Three of the ships, LCU 54, LCU 51 and LCU 57, reached Colombo on the morning of December 7 and handed over critical supplies to local authorities, while INS Gharial is expected to arrive in Trincomalee on December 8.

India scales up Op Sagar Bandhu; sends four additional naval ships with relief supplies to Sri Lanka

The death toll following the large-scale destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah has soared to 627.

Op Sagar Bandhu: Indian Army’s field hospital treats over 1,250 people in Sri Lanka as death toll rises to 627

A total of four Indian Navy ships carrying 950 metric tons of relief material are to sail from Tamil Nadu to Sri Lanka. From the Chennai port, INS Gharial, an amphibious vessel, would be carrying about 650 metric tons of relief materials.

Four Indian Navy ships to ferry Tamil Nadu's aid to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah: India has intensified its rescue and relief efforts in response to Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused widespread devastation in Sri Lanka and affected regions in South India. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed teams and sent essential supplies, including a Bailey bridge, to assist in restoring connectivity and supporting recovery operations. 


Cyclone Ditwah: India Ramps Up Rescue & Relief Efforts 

Cyclone Ditwah has skirted Tamil Nadu, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds across the state. Authorities have issued warnings in affected areas as residents brace for potential flooding and disruption.

Cyclone Ditwah Update: Tamil Nadu Braces for Cyclone Ditwah, Heavy Rainfall Reported

Following Cyclone Ditwah, the Indian Navy extends humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka, providing aid, rescue support, and relief supplies. The initiative highlights regional cooperation and rapid response to natural disasters, helping communities affected by the cyclone recover and rebuild.


Cyclone Ditwah: Indian Navy Extends Humanitarian Assistance to Sri Lanka

Defying all forecasts, Cyclone Ditwah(its remnants) continues to linger. In the bygone weekend, forecasts had suggested that Cyclone Ditwah had lost intensity as it travelled along the Tamil Nadu coast, towards Chennai. 

Cyclone Ditwah impact to last until Wednesday in Chennai

Cyclonic storm Ditwah, intensifying over the southwest Bay of Bengal, has prompted the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and parts of south Andhra Pradesh. Moving slowly at around 7 kmph, the cyclone is expected to pass as close as 25 km from the Chennai coast early Sunday. The storm has already caused severe devastation in Sri Lanka, leaving over 150 dead and nearly 200 missing. In preparation, Puducherry authorities have ordered the shutdown of all liquor shops by 8 pm, while Air India has warned passengers of potential disruptions due to heavy rain and strong winds. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall across Andhra Pradesh from November 30 to December 3. As a precaution, Chennai Airport has cancelled 47 flights for Sunday, including 36 domestic and 11 international services, amid escalating weather threats linked to Cyclone Ditwah.


Cyclone Ditwah: IMD warns of isolated heavy rainfall in some districts of Andhra Pradesh 

Chennai and Tiruvallur have shut schools and colleges today as heavy rain from Cyclone Ditwah is set to hit. Three deaths have been reported in Tamil Nadu, while Sri Lanka faces a far bigger disaster with 334 dead.

Cyclone Ditwah: Chennai, Tiruvallur shut schools and colleges as deadly storm kills hundreds in Sri Lanka

In restricted and forested terrain where helicopters could not land directly, the elite Garud commando established contact with the stranded group and led them on foot to a clearing suitable for helicopter operations.

Indian Air Force evacuates over 50 people from flood-hit Sri Lanka, including Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals

Cyclone Ditwah Approaches Puducherry, Bringing High Tides and Strong Winds 

Cyclone Ditwah is approaching Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and high tides. Authorities have deployed 24 NDRF teams to assist in relief and rescue operations. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety instructions as the storm intensifies.

Cyclone Ditwah: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to be Hit by 'Ditwah'; 24 NDRF Teams Deployed

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert in the region, while the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have been deployed in the region to ensure public safety.

Heavy rains lash Indian coasts as Cyclone Ditwah nears; IMD issues red alert in TN, Puducherry, Andhra

Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to be Hit by 'Ditwah'; 24 NDRF Teams Deployed 

IAF's C-130J Super Hercules touched down at Bandaranaike International Airportwith 12 tonnes of relief, tents, tarpaulins, blankets, hygiene kits, and ready-to-eat meals. A heavier Il-76 strategic airlifter delivered nine tonnes of relief material, 80 NDRF personnel, and four sniffer dogs.

India rushes warships, aircraft and rescue teams as major flooding impacts Sri Lanka

India is providing humanitarian aid, relief material and rescue support to Sri Lanka after the cyclone's impact caused flooding and landslides, which have claimed over 120 lives. 

NDRF deploys 24 teams, as Cyclone Ditwah begins to impact Tamil Nadu

This is the third cyclone to form in the Bay of Bengal. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and south Andhra Pradesh coasts.

India braces for Cyclone Ditwah: Origin of name, landfall time – All you need to know

According to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), the central tea-growing district of Badulla was worst hit, where an overnight landslide engulfed homes, killing 21 people.

Cyclone Ditwah claims 56 lives in Sri Lanka; PM Modi announces dispatch of relief material

Announcing the operation, PM Modi said  “In solidarity with our closest maritime neighbour, India has urgently dispatched relief materials and vital HADR support under Operation Sagar Bandhu". 

India launches Operation Sagar Bandhu as Cyclone Ditwah impacts Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah has started moving towards the northern coast of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and southern Andhra Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing alert for several areas.


Cyclone Ditwah: Coastal India braces for cyclone; 21 missing in Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah kills at least 56 in Sri Lanka; red alert in Tamil Nadu, Andhra

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India's Foreign Minister Jaishankar to visit Sri Lanka amid ongoing recovery from deadly Cyclone Ditwah

Cyclone Ditwah: Over 600 Schools Stay Shut for Third Term; Sri Lankan Economy Takes a Beating

Cyclone Ditwah: Sri Lanka begins restoration of cyclone-hit religious sites

India scales up Op Sagar Bandhu; sends four additional ships to Sri Lanka

Indian Army’s field hospital treats over 1,250 people in Sri Lanka

Four Indian Navy ships to ferry Tamil Nadu's aid to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah: India Ramps Up Rescue & Relief Efforts

Cyclone Ditwah Update: Tamil Nadu Braces for Cyclone Ditwah, Heavy Rainfall Reported

Cyclone Ditwah: Indian Navy Extends Humanitarian Assistance to Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah impact to last until Wednesday in Chennai

Cyclone Ditwah: IMD warns of isolated heavy rainfall in some districts of Andhra Pradesh

Chennai, Tiruvallur shut schools and colleges due to Cyclone Ditwah

IAF evacuates over 50 people in Sri Lanka, including Pak, Bangla nationals

Cyclone Ditwah Approaches Puducherry, Bringing High Tides and Strong Winds

Cyclone Ditwah: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to be Hit by 'Ditwah'; 24 NDRF Teams Deployed

Heavy rains lash Indian coasts as Cyclone Ditwah nears; IMD issues red alert

Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to be Hit by 'Ditwah'; 24 NDRF Teams Deployed

India rushes warships, aircraft and rescue teams as flood impacts Sri Lanka

NDRF deploys 24 teams, as Cyclone Ditwah begins to impact Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Ditwah: Origin of name, India landfall time – All you need to know

Cyclone Ditwah claims 56 lives in Sri Lanka; India dispatches relief material

India launches Operation Sagar Bandhu as Cyclone Ditwah impacts Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah: Coastal India braces for cyclone; 21 missing in Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah kills at least 56 in Sri Lanka; red alert in Tamil Nadu, Andhra