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The deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal remained practically stationary about 100 km east-northeast of Trincomalee and it will intensify into a cyclonic storm in the next 12 hours, the Regional Meteorological Centre, Chennai said. The Indian Navy has activated a comprehensive disaster response plan as Cyclone Fengal intensifies in the Bay of Bengal, posing a threat to Tamil Nadu's coastal areas. As per RMC Chennai, orange alert for very heavy rains is likley to occur at isolated places over Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram and Cuddalore districts and Puducherry. The weather department has also issued yellow alert for heavy rains over Chennai, Tiruvallur, Ranipet, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai and Karaikal area. Apart from this, the Indian Coast Guard stated that its ships, aircraft and radar stations issued advisories for fishing boats to return to the harbour.
Raigad (Maharashtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): Maharashtra Police beefed up the security along the Raigad coastline after the Indian Coast Guard informed the ICG Murud in the Raigad district that a 'suspicious' Pakistani boat had been spotted 2.5 to 3 nautical miles offshore near the Korlai coast. However, after the police investigation, it was discovered that the 'suspicious object' spotted is likely a fishing net buoy fitted with a GPS tracker, used to prevent nets from sinking and to facilitate retrieval, police said in a statement. Also Read | Gold Rate Today, July 8, 2025: As Gold Price Co ...Read More >
Kolkata: Thirty-four fishermen from Kakdwip in two fishing trawlers were allegedly detained by the Bangladesh Navy in the early hours of Monday for allegedly crossing into Bangladeshi waters while fishing in the Bay of Bengal. According to sources, the two trawlers -- FV Jhor and FV Mangalchandi -- were intercepted about 77 nautical miles from the Fairway Buoy of Mongla Port in Bangladesh.Bangladesh media reported that a Bangladesh Navy patrol vessel spotted the trawlers fishing within their exclusive economic zone and detained the crew along with the boats and fishing equipment. The fishermen ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Saying that a historical amount of downpour hit many districts in north Tamil Nadu, PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss urged the state government to send additional rescue forces to the affected areas. In a statement, Anbumani said that during the 24 hours, Uthangarai in Krishnagiri district received 50cm of rainfall, which is the highest in the last 300 years. Moreover, Harur in the Dharmapuri district and Tirupalapanthal in Kallakurichi have received 33cm and 32cm of rain, respectively. Yercaud in Salem received 24cm of rainfall. "Vehicles parked in Krishnagiri district were washed ...Read More >
Karaikal (Puducherry) [India], September 28 (ANI): The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 12 Karaikal fishermen while they were fishing in the Bay of Bengal near Kankesanthurai, the Rameswaram Fishermen Association said on Sunday. According to the association, the Navy accused them of crossing the international maritime boundary and took them to the Kankesanthurai naval camp for questioning. Their boat was also seized. On September 25, 12 fishermen, Selvam, Sundar, Velmurugan, Kandasamy, Balaguru from Kotucherry Medu area, Ravi from Akkampettai area, Vasanth from Klinjalmedu area, S. Murugan from ...Read More >
Chennai: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has escalated warnings across Tamil Nadu, announcing that the Northeast Monsoon has intensified more rapidly than anticipated, prompting a Red Alert for multiple districts. The alert highlights risks of sea storms and widespread, heavy rainfall, exacerbated by the potential development of twin depressions in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Since its onset on October 16, the monsoon has already delivered substantial rainfall, particularly impacting southern districts such as Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, and Virudhunag ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: All schools in Puri municipality will remain closed tomorrow on account of Navy Day celebration at Blue Flag Beach. The district administration has decided to keep all schools closed due to the President's visit to the Navy Day ceremony. The district administration has ordered the closure of all government and private primary, secondary and higher secondary schools in Puri municipality. Moreover, Mother's Public School, Prabhu Shree English Medium School, Chandra Shekhar Academy, St. Xavier School on the outskirts of the town will also be closed. However, the PARAKH exam conduct ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): In a swift and decisive operation, the Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar responded to a distress call from the Panamanian-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 in the Gulf of Oman on June 29. The vessel, carrying 14 Indian crew members and transiting from Kandla, India, to Shinas, Oman, reported a major fire in its engine room, resulting in a complete power failure. Also Read | Waqf Act Controversy: RJD Leader Tejashwi Yadav Call for 'Throwing Waqf Act in Dustbin' Sparks Political Storm, Parties Trade Barbs. In a post on X, the Indian Navy spokesperson said, " ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): The Indian delegation, led by TK Ramachandran, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, is participating in the 134th session of the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in London. On the opening day of the session, India delivered a strong and principled statement addressing recent maritime incidents involving foreign-flagged container vessels operating in Indian waters. These incidents, caused by undeclared hazardous cargoes and structural and stability issues, have raised serious safety concerns. I ...Read More >
"What were once predictable patterns of smuggling or piracy have now evolved into sophisticated operations using GPS spoofing, remote-controlled boats, encrypted communications, drones, satellite phones, and even networks operating on the dark web," he said at a three-day coast guard conference, stressing that maritime threats are becoming increasingly technology-driven and multi-dimensional. The coast guard commanders' conference brings together the service's top brass to deliberate on strategi ...Read More >
As a part of the new agreement between Mazagon Dock and BEML, Mazagon Docks will make facilities available to BEML's research team in exchange for their technical support to design and manufacture strategic equipment, reported PTI. The government-owned BEML Ltd. (formerly known as Bharat Earth Movers Ltd) announced on Wednesday, November 27, that it has signed an agreement with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders to develop technologies for the marine industry, news agency PTI reported. According to the company statement cited by the agency, the company aims to leverage the opportunity to expand its e ...Read More >
Heavy rains across Tamil Nadu have led to school closures in several districts, including Chennai, on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, predicting moderate rains and light thunderstorms in parts of the state. Rainfall figures show significant precipitation in multiple areas. Meanwhile, Northern India braces for a cold wave beginning December 9, with the IMD forecasting plunging temperatures in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.Schools acros ...Read More >
Chennai ( Tamil Nadu) [India], November 27 (ANI): As a deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclone and move towards Tamil Nadu, the Indian Coast Guard has started coordinating with the state agencies to ensure seafarers' safety. The ICG said that its ships, aircraft and radar stations issued advisories for fishing boats to return to the harbour. "Deep Depression in the #BayofBengal likely to intensify into a cyclone and move towards #Tamilnadu, as per #IMD. @IndiaCoastGuard Region HQs (East) is coordinating with state agencies to ensure seafarers' saf ...Read More >
Heavy rains lashed Thoothukudi and surrounding areas in Tamil Nadu on Sunday, causing severe waterlogging in several localities. The IMD predicts the formation of a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify and move towards the Tamil Nadu coast, bringing further rainfall across the state in the coming days.Several parts of Thoothukudi and adjoining areas witnessed severe waterlogging on Sunday as heavy rains continued to lash parts of Tamil Nadu. Visuals showed water ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 7 (PTI) After a 20-hour search operation involving multiple agencies, the "suspicious boat" spotted in the Arabian sea in Maharashtra's Raigad district has been identified as a fishing net buoy which was drifted into the Indian waters with an AIS transponder, police said on Monday. Considering the high alert situation, the sensitive operation has not been called off yet, said Raigad Superintendent of Police Aanchal Dalal. The Indian Coast Guard on Sunday night informed the police that the suspected Pakistani boat, "Muqadar Boya 99" with a boat number MMSI-463800411 was spotted n ...Read More >
Mumbai: Net profit of Nifty 50 companies at the aggregate level is expected to increase 4.6% year-on-year while revenue may increase 4.5% for the June 2025 quarter. Net profit is likely to show single-digit year-on-year growth for the first time in at least nine quarters amid an anticipated poor performance by select companies, including Tata Motors, IndusInd Bank and Coal India. The sample's revenue is expected to grow in single digit for the fourth consecutive quarter reflecting persistent muted demand scenario. Select companies from metals, pharmaceuticals, cement, banking and finance and ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Oct 18 (Maxim News) Two simultaneous low-pressure systems are developing over the seas surrounding peninsular India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said, warning of potential intensification over the next 48 hours. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp According to the latest IMD bulletin, a well-marked low-pressure area persists over the Kumarakom coast and the adjoining southwest Bay of Bengal. At the same time, a cyclonic circulation has been observed over the southeast Arabian Sea and the Lakshadweep region in the upper atmospheric levels. Due to this circulation, a new ...Read More >
Nilgiris: Train services on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) were canceled on Sunday following heavy rains and multiple landslides in the region. According to Southern Railway, "earth slips" occurred at several locations along the route, with boulders, mud, and fallen trees blocking the track between Kallar and Coonoor, disrupting train movement. As a result, the train services were canceled for October 19. "Train No. 56136 Mettupalayam - Udagamandalam. Train No. 56137 Udagamandalam - Mettupalayam. Train No. 06171 Mettupalayam - Udagamandalam Special Train," a statement issued by Salem Di ...Read More >
"BSNL and @DoT_India are working closely with the private operator to ensure that services are restored for the remaining fishermen as per their requirements," Sitharaman said. New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said that the Inmarsat satellite phone services has been restored for over 30 fishermen from Tamil Nadu who were stranded at sea. The British satellite telecommunications company restored satellite phone services after interventions from the Department of Tel ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Heavy rain is predicted to lash Chennai and its neighbouring districts on Tuesday and Wednesday, as the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued alerts for intense rainfall across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The alert follows the formation of a new low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal, which is expected to intensify into a depression. A separate system over the southeast Arabian Sea is also likely to develop into a depression, contributing to the widespread unsettled weather. Key Forecasts and Warnings: * For Tuesday, Oct 21: Isolated places in Ramanathapuram, ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday warned educational institutions that cases would be booked against them if drugs were found in their premises. The CM announced that the state's Anti-Narcotics Bureau would henceforth be known as Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) and was tasked with curbing the menace of narcotics in the state. Speaking at an event marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025 at Shilpakala Vedika here, Reddy placed an onus on educational institutions to ensure their campuses were free of drugs. "It is the ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT and Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday hailed the successful implementation of the state-wide 'Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 2.0' programme. Expressing gratitude to all stakeholders, he credited the collective efforts of government and private schools, colleges, education officials, staff, headmasters, teachers, students, parents, donors, alumni, public representatives, and officers from various departments for making the event a success. ...Read More >
Panaji: Defence shipbuilder Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) reported its strongest-ever financial performance, with gross revenue crossing the Rs 3,000 crore mark for the first time in FY 2024-25. Revenue surged 53% to Rs 3,190 crore, while the value of production jumped 71% to Rs 2,801 crore. GSL's order book stood at over Rs 16,000 crore as of April 1, comprising multiple projects for the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, and overseas clients.The company is in final negotiations for a landmark Rs 18,000 crore contract to build the Indian Navy's next-generation corvettes, which, once signed, could push ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast heavy rainfall on Monday over Tiruvannamalai, Villupuram, Cuddalore and Kallakurichi districts, as weather systems continue to influence conditions across Tamil Nadu and adjoining southern states. According to the RMC, a low-pressure area persists over parts of Tamil Nadu and the southern peninsula, enhancing the likelihood of intense showers accompanied by thunder and lightning. The department has also warned that the current unstable weather could extend into the next three days, bringing moder ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu weather: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has predicted widespread rainfall across Tamil Nadu over the next few days, with several districts likely to experience heavy downpours until October 19. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said a low-pressure system over the southwest Bay of Bengal and strong easterly winds are expected to bring intense rain to many parts of the state. According to the latest forecast, 16 districts, including Coimbatore, Nilgiris, The ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu): In the latest update relating to cyclone Fengal, colleges and schools in Tamil Nadu shall remain closed, said reports on Wednesday. The education institutions shall be closed in as many as six districts, said reports. According to further reports, nine districts of the state have been put on high alert as the IMD (India Meteorological Department) has predicted heavy rainfall due to possible cyclonic storm in the Bay Of Bengal due to cyclone Fengal. Reports said that schools in Tamil Nadu are closed in the following districts namely: Chennai, Kanchipuram, Chengalpet, Ari ...Read More >
India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved a ₹21,772 crore package to strengthen maritime security. This includes 151 new boats for the Navy and six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) for the Coast Guard. These assets are designed for rapid response, surveillance, and rescue missions. With advanced technology and indigenous manufacturing under the "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiative, the acquisitions aim to address emerging maritime threats in the Indo-Pacific and reinforce India's role in regional security.The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) said a low-pressure area has been formed over west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal, off the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts, on Wednesday and predicted it to persist over the same region. The weather department added, "The upper air cyclonic circulation extends up to 7.6 km above mean sea level, tilting southwards with height. It is likely to move west-northwestward and become well-marked on Thursday, and move across North Coastal Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha on Friday." The sky would be overcast, and one or two ...Read More >
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a low pressure system will form over the southeast Bay of Bengal on October 24. The system moves northwest and may intensify. Meteorologists detect cyclonic circulation over the Comorin region. Satellite images reveal dense cloud buildup and active convection over the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. These signs point to a developing weather system. IMD expects the system to strengthen into a depression. Rainfall may reach Odisha, West Benga ...Read More >
Fishing activities in Thoothukudi have been suspended due to a cyclone alert issued by the IMD, with fishermen advised to stay ashore. A low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify, bringing strong winds and rough seas. Coastal residents are urged to avoid the seashore and monitor weather updates. Fishing activities in Thoothukudi have been suspended as authorities issued a cyclone alert, with fishermen advised to remain safely on shore. According to the latest warning issue ...Read More >
Raigad (Maharashtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): Maharashtra Police beefed up the security along the Raigad coastline after the Indian Coast Guard informed the ICG Murud in the Raigad district that a 'suspicious' Pakistani boat had been spotted 2.5 to 3 nautical miles offshore near the Korlai coast. However, after the police investigation, it was discovered that the 'suspicious object' spotted is likely a fishing net buoy fitted with a GPS tracker, used to prevent nets from sinking and to facilitate retrieval, police said in a statement. According to the police, the Indian Coast Guard has reporte ...Read More >