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<p>The Indian Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a Cyclone warning for coastal regions of South Andhra Pradesh, North Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, considering the rapidly evolving weather system in the Bay of Bengal. Classified as a 'Deep Depression,' this weather system has the potential to intensify into a Cyclonic storm by the afternoon of Friday, 29th November.</p>

<p>As per the forecast, this Cyclonic storm is expected to cross the coast between North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry regions, specifically between Karaikal and Mamallapuram, during the afternoon hours on Saturday, 30th November. At the time of the system's crossing, wind speeds are expected to range between 70-90kmph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Owing to this system and its possible impact, for Friday and Saturday, heavy to very heavy rainfall warning has been issued for more than 20 districts across the Tamil Nadu Coast. This includes a Red alert for Chennai and adjoining districts on Saturday. In a few districts of the state, the spillover effects of this cyclonic storm could continue to bring rainfall even on Sunday and Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Preparedness of Navy, Coast Guard, NDRF</strong></h2>

<p>The Navy's Eastern Naval Command along with Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area has activated a comprehensive disaster response mechanism, with a focus on Humanitarian Assistance &amp; Disaster Relief (HADR) and Search &amp; Rescue (SAR) operations.</p>

<p>Eastern Naval Command along with Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area has activated a comprehensive disaster response mechanism, with a focus on Humanitarian Assistance &amp; Disaster Relief (HADR) and Search &amp; Rescue (SAR) operations.</p>

<p>Naval personnel have been positioned with Gemini inflatable boats and helicopters for quick response to Search and Rescue requirements. Warships have been loaded with relief materials, such as food, water, and medical supplies.</p>

<p>The ICG has been proactively broadcasting weather advisories and safety instructions via radio, radar stations, and loudspeakers on ships and aircraft. These advisories are being directed towards all seafarers, including fisherfolk, urging them to return to harbours or move to safer areas in light of rough sea conditions, strong winds, and heavy rains expected in the coming days.</p>

<p>Further, ICG ships and aircraft are on high alert and remain on standby to address any emergencies at sea. The Coast Guard is ensuring that all maritime resources are prepared to act swiftly in case of distress calls, providing immediate assistance wherever necessary. In anticipation of the storm's impact, the ICG has stationed Disaster Relief Teams at strategic locations including Chennai, Puducherry, Karaikal, and Tuticorin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ICG is also focusing on the protection of coastal infrastructure, including oil rigs, port facilities, and coastal settlements. Regular monitoring and coordination with state authorities are being carried out to ensure safety along the coast.</p>

<p>The National Disaster Response Force(NDRF) has positioned eight teams across coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, to provide rescue and relief when the need arises.&nbsp;</p>

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The Indian Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a Cyclone warning for coastal regions of South Andhra Pradesh, North Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, considering the rapidly evolving weather system in the Bay of Bengal.

The Indian Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a Cyclone warning for coastal regions of South Andhra Pradesh, North Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, considering the rapidly evolving weather system in the Bay of Bengal. Classified as a 'Deep Depression,' this weather system has the potential to intensify into a Cyclonic storm by the afternoon of Friday, 29th November. As per the forecast, this Cyclonic storm is expected to cross the coast between North Tamil Nadu and Puducherry regions, specifically between Karaikal and Mamallapuram, during the afternoon hours on Saturday, 30th November. At the time of the system's crossing, wind speeds are expected to range between 70-90kmph. Owing to this system and its possible impact, for Friday and Saturday, heavy to very heavy rainfall warning has been issued for more than 20 districts across the Tamil Nadu Coast. This includes a Red alert for Chennai and adjoining districts on Saturday. In a few districts of the state, the spillover effects of this cyclonic storm could continue to bring rainfall even on Sunday and Monday. Preparedness of Navy, Coast Guard, NDRF The Navy's Eastern Naval Command along with Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area has activated a comprehensive disaster response mechanism, with a focus on Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) and Search & Rescue (SAR) operations. Eastern Naval Command along with Headquarters, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area has activated a comprehensive disaster response mechanism, with a focus on Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR) and Search & Rescue (SAR) operations. Naval personnel have been positioned with Gemini inflatable boats and helicopters for quick response to Search and Rescue requirements. Warships have been loaded with relief materials, such as food, water, and medical supplies. The ICG has been proactively broadcasting weather advisories and safety instructions via radio, radar stations, and loudspeakers on ships and aircraft. These advisories are being directed towards all seafarers, including fisherfolk, urging them to return to harbours or move to safer areas in light of rough sea conditions, strong winds, and heavy rains expected in the coming days. Further, ICG ships and aircraft are on high alert and remain on standby to address any emergencies at sea. The Coast Guard is ensuring that all maritime resources are prepared to act swiftly in case of distress calls, providing immediate assistance wherever necessary. In anticipation of the storm's impact, the ICG has stationed Disaster Relief Teams at strategic locations including Chennai, Puducherry, Karaikal, and Tuticorin. The ICG is also focusing on the protection of coastal infrastructure, including oil rigs, port facilities, and coastal settlements. Regular monitoring and coordination with state authorities are being carried out to ensure safety along the coast. The National Disaster Response Force(NDRF) has positioned eight teams across coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, to provide rescue and relief when the need arises.

India: Cyclone Alert for North Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, South Andhra coasts

<p>Just hours after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tamil-nadu-extends-lockdown-till-april-30-as-government-identifies-146-hotspots-in-india-292256">Tamil Nadu</a>, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30.</p>

<p>"Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V. Narayanasamy said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/three-healthcare-workers-confirmed-with-coronavirus-in-delhis-ganga-ram-hospital-292288">Also Read:&nbsp;Three healthcare workers confirmed with coronavirus in Delhi's Ganga Ram Hospital</a></p>

<p>"The state cabinet met today and&nbsp;decided to extend lockdown till April 30 with exemptions," Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu announced.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The state cabinet met today &amp; decided to extend lock down till 30th April with exemptions. Here are few exemptions. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaFightsCorona?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaFightsCorona</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ArunachalCMO?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ArunachalCMO</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MoHFW_INDIA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MoHFW_INDIA</a> <a href="https://t.co/di2uezIiGc">https://t.co/di2uezIiGc</a></p>
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<p>The "exemptions" include officials&nbsp;to attend offices with 50 per cent officers on a "rotational basis".</p>

<p>The Arunachal Pradesh chief minister announced that all state transport buses will function intra-district with 50 per cent occupancy, however, no weekly market has been permitted.</p>

<p>The chief minister allowed construction and infrastructure-related work as well as industries to function with the DC's permission "but only with the available workforce in the state."</p>

<p>In Pathankot, four more persons tested positive for the virus on Monday. In Madhya Pradesh, three more coronavirus cases were detected in Bhopal today, taking the total number of cases in the state capital to 142.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the West Bengal state government announced that there were&nbsp;110 active coronavirus cases and seven deaths due to the virus.</p>

<p>In Kasmir, 25 more coronavirus cases were reported with the total number of cases in the Union Territory (UT) rising to 270.</p>


Just hours after Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30. "Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V.

Just hours after Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Arunachal Pradesh on Monday announced extension of lockdown till April 30. "Cabinet has approved lockdown extension in Puducherry till April 30," chief minister V. Narayanasamy said. Also Read: Three healthcare workers confirmed with coronavirus in Delhi's Ganga Ram Hospital "The state cabinet met today and decided to extend lockdown till April 30 with exemptions," Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu announced. The state cabinet met today & decided to extend lock down till 30th April with exemptions. Here are few exemptions. #IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia @ArunachalCMO @MoHFW_INDIA https://t.co/di2uezIiGc — Pema Khandu (@PemaKhanduBJP) April 13, 2020 × The "exemptions" include officials to attend offices with 50 per cent officers on a "rotational basis". The Arunachal Pradesh chief minister announced that all state transport buses will function intra-district with 50 per cent occupancy, however, no weekly market has been permitted. The chief minister allowed construction and infrastructure-related work as well as industries to function with the DC's permission "but only with the available workforce in the state." In Pathankot, four more persons tested positive for the virus on Monday. In Madhya Pradesh, three more coronavirus cases were detected in Bhopal today, taking the total number of cases in the state capital to 142. Meanwhile, the West Bengal state government announced that there were 110 active coronavirus cases and seven deaths due to the virus. In Kasmir, 25 more coronavirus cases were reported with the total number of cases in the Union Territory (UT) rising to 270.

Puducherry, Arunachal Pradesh announce lockdown extension

<p>The MeT department on Tuesday predicted Cyclone Gaja to cross Tamil Nadu coast, between Pamban and Cuddalore, on November 15. According to reports, the fast-moving cyclonic storm on Tuesday drifted southwestwards away from Chennai and would cross the Tamil Nadu coast between Cuddalore and Pamban on Thursday.</p>

<p>The department warned that before weakening gradually on Thursday, the cyclone is likely to intensify and create very rough sea conditions along and off Tamil Nadu-south Andhra Pradesh coasts from Wednesday morning with high swelling sea during the night, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to media persons, IMD deputy director S Balachandran said, "The sea will be very rough, and fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea till November 15."</p>

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<p><strong>Cyclone Gaja to intensify</strong></p>

<p>"It is very likely to move west-southwestwards and intensify further into a Severe Cyclonic Storm during next 24 hours and maintain the intensity during subsequent 24 hours. Thereafter, while moving west-southwestwards, it is likely to weaken gradually and cross north Tamil Nadu coast between Nagapattinam and Chennai as a cyclonic storm during November 15 forenoon," a statement released by the IMD read.</p>

<p>According to IMD, cyclone Gaja will affect districts like Thiruvarur, Cuddalore, Karaikal, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Puducherry, and Vizhuppuram. During that time, the speed of wind in the affected areas is expected to be in the range of around 80-90 km per hour and can go up to 100 km per hour, news agency ANI reported.</p>

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<p><strong>Red alert issued</strong></p>

<p>In the wake of the cyclonic situation, a red alert has been issued for the administration in Tamil Nadu to keep the government authorities ready to mobilise resources to meet any eventuality. "However, the alert is not for the entire state," Balachandran stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The weather department has advised total suspension of fishing operations along and off north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts from November 13 to 15.</p>

<p><strong>Rescue teams on standby</strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu government has put its machinery on alert and kept on standby 30,500 rescue personnel. Chief Minister K Palaniswami chaired a high-level meeting at the Secretariat of Ministers and top officials to review the preparedness in the wake of the storm and forecast of heavy rainfall.</p>

<p>A total of 4,399 locations have been identified as vulnerable across Tamil Nadu, teams have been deployed for rescue including teams of the National and State Disaster Response Forces.</p>

<p>Coastal and vulnerable districts including Cuddalore and Nagapattinam have been advised high alert, Tamil Nadu Revenue Minister Udaya Kumar said.</p>

<p>Puducherry Revenue and Industries Minister said the union territory has been put on high alert.</p>

<p>(<em>With inputs from agencies</em>)&nbsp;</p>

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The MeT department on Tuesday predicted Cyclone Gaja to cross Tamil Nadu coast, between Pamban and Cuddalore, on November 15. According to reports, the fast-moving cyclonic storm on Tuesday drifted southwestwards away from Chennai and would cross the Tamil Nadu coast between Cuddalore and Pamban on Thursday.

The MeT department on Tuesday predicted Cyclone Gaja to cross Tamil Nadu coast, between Pamban and Cuddalore, on November 15. According to reports, the fast-moving cyclonic storm on Tuesday drifted southwestwards away from Chennai and would cross the Tamil Nadu coast between Cuddalore and Pamban on Thursday. The department warned that before weakening gradually on Thursday, the cyclone is likely to intensify and create very rough sea conditions along and off Tamil Nadu-south Andhra Pradesh coasts from Wednesday morning with high swelling sea during the night, news agency PTI reported. Speaking to media persons, IMD deputy director S Balachandran said, "The sea will be very rough, and fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea till November 15." From tomorrow evening, there may be an increase in isolated heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu & south coastal Andhra Pradesh. On 15 Nov, extremely heavy rainfall expected in coastal districts of Tamil Nadu: K Sathi Devi, India Meteorological Department. #GajaCyclone pic.twitter.com/vJE4hJVnF8 — ANI (@ANI) November 13, 2018 × Cyclone Gaja to intensify "It is very likely to move west-southwestwards and intensify further into a Severe Cyclonic Storm during next 24 hours and maintain the intensity during subsequent 24 hours. Thereafter, while moving west-southwestwards, it is likely to weaken gradually and cross north Tamil Nadu coast between Nagapattinam and Chennai as a cyclonic storm during November 15 forenoon," a statement released by the IMD read. According to IMD, cyclone Gaja will affect districts like Thiruvarur, Cuddalore, Karaikal, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Puducherry, and Vizhuppuram. During that time, the speed of wind in the affected areas is expected to be in the range of around 80-90 km per hour and can go up to 100 km per hour, news agency ANI reported. Cyclone Gaja is lying about 790 km north east of Nagapattinam. It is expected to move in south southwest direction & cross between Pamban and Cuddalore on November 15. Rainfall will occur in most of the places in 5 districts: Director, Met Dept, Chennai on Cyclone Gaja #TamilNadu pic.twitter.com/fBATr8JDN8 — ANI (@ANI) November 13, 2018 × Red alert issued In the wake of the cyclonic situation, a red alert has been issued for the administration in Tamil Nadu to keep the government authorities ready to mobilise resources to meet any eventuality. "However, the alert is not for the entire state," Balachandran stated. The weather department has advised total suspension of fishing operations along and off north Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts from November 13 to 15. Rescue teams on standby Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu government has put its machinery on alert and kept on standby 30,500 rescue personnel. Chief Minister K Palaniswami chaired a high-level meeting at the Secretariat of Ministers and top officials to review the preparedness in the wake of the storm and forecast of heavy rainfall. A total of 4,399 locations have been identified as vulnerable across Tamil Nadu, teams have been deployed for rescue including teams of the National and State Disaster Response Forces. Coastal and vulnerable districts including Cuddalore and Nagapattinam have been advised high alert, Tamil Nadu Revenue Minister Udaya Kumar said. Puducherry Revenue and Industries Minister said the union territory has been put on high alert. (With inputs from agencies)

Cyclone Gaja to intensify before crossing Tamil Nadu on Nov 15, red alert issued 

<p>Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi has withdrawn the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-free-rice-from-govt-if-villages-are-littered-not-free-from-open-defecation-puducherry-lt-guv-kiran-bedi-133430">order that restricted rice subsidy to villages which were not free from open defecation and garbage</a>.</p>

<p>The governor withdrew her order saying that her intention was not to deny subsidy to the poor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In her clarification, Bedi said that her intention of linking rural open defecation and cleanliness with free rice distribution is not to deny any poor persons of their entitlement.</p>

<p>She added that she had already sanctioned and directed to provide quality food grains to needy families.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She took to Twitter&nbsp;to clarify "&nbsp;In view of misreading of my intent to improve d living conditions of rural poor & in view of assured commitment that rural areas will be Open defecation free by June 2018,&nbsp;I have clarified my earlier communications to put at rest any misgivings.Tom shall b my 156, weekend round"</p>

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I have clarified my earlier communications to put at rest any misgivings.Tom shall b my 156, weekend round.</p>
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<p>Bedi had earlier announced that the distribution of free rice to villagers in the Union Territory&nbsp;will be stopped if villages are not free from open defecation and garbage.</p>

<p>Bedi said that the villages have to prove they are indeed open defecation free and free of garbage to avail the benefit of free rice from the government. Bedi took to Twitter to announce that the local administration will now have to provide her with a certificate proving that villages are free from open defecation and garbage before the free supply of rice is provided.</p>

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Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi has withdrawn the order that restricted rice subsidy to villages which were not free from open defecation and garbage

Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi has withdrawn the order that restricted rice subsidy to villages which were not free from open defecation and garbage. The governor withdrew her order saying that her intention was not to deny subsidy to the poor. In her clarification, Bedi said that her intention of linking rural open defecation and cleanliness with free rice distribution is not to deny any poor persons of their entitlement. She added that she had already sanctioned and directed to provide quality food grains to needy families. She took to Twitter to clarify " In view of misreading of my intent to improve d living conditions of rural poor & in view of assured commitment that rural areas will be Open defecation free by June 2018, I have clarified my earlier communications to put at rest any misgivings.Tom shall b my 156, weekend round" In view of misreading of my intent to improve d living conditions of rural poor & in view of assured commitment that rural areas will be Open defecation free by June 2018, I have clarified my earlier communications to put at rest any misgivings.Tom shall b my 156, weekend round. — Kiran Bedi (@thekiranbedi) April 28, 2018 × Bedi had earlier announced that the distribution of free rice to villagers in the Union Territory will be stopped if villages are not free from open defecation and garbage. Bedi said that the villages have to prove they are indeed open defecation free and free of garbage to avail the benefit of free rice from the government. Bedi took to Twitter to announce that the local administration will now have to provide her with a certificate proving that villages are free from open defecation and garbage before the free supply of rice is provided. Linked Free Rice distribution to respective constituency MLAs & Commune Commisioners Certifying villages open defecation free and of strewn garbage and plastic. Free Rice reaches out to more than half d population primarily in rural areas This is d learning of morning round today pic.twitter.com/CCIaVAGdDT — Kiran Bedi (@thekiranbedi) April 28, 2018 ×

Kiran Bedi withdraws order restricting rice subsidy to 'clean' villages

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