Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu
1 year, 3 months ago

Chennai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas of Tamil Nadu

India TV News  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Chennai to conduct an aerial survey of areas affected by floods caused by Cyclone Michaung in Tamil Nadu. The survey took place on a day when Singh, accompanied by Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan, inspected the affected regions and engaged in discussions with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. Union Minister L Murugan to assess Cyclone Michaung impact in Chennai Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accompanied by Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan, is set to conduct an aerial survey of the aftermath of Cyclone Michaung in Chennai. Following the aerial survey, Rajnath Singh is scheduled to hold a meeting with Chief Minister MK Stalin to review the ongoing relief efforts undertaken by various agencies in the state.

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Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Flood damage: Central team to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: An inter-ministerial central team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in various districts of Tamil Nadu is arriving in Chennai on Friday evening. Since the cyclone has affected 14 districts and severely affected at least half of them, the central team is likely to be split into three or four groups to assess the damage in different …

PM calls Stalin, assures all help in cyclone relief
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM calls Stalin, assures all help in cyclone relief

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Tuesday to enquire about the situation in the state in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, assuring him of all possible help from the Centre. “The Prime Minister spoke to me over the telephone and enquired about the damages caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu,” Stalin posted …

Tamil Nadu: Cyclone Fengal-affected Villupuram residents hurl mud at Minister Ponmudi
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Cyclone Fengal-affected Villupuram residents hurl mud at Minister Ponmudi

Live Mint  

Tamil Nadu minister Thiru Ponmudi, who visited a flood-affected area in the Villlupuram district on Tuesday after Cyclone Fengal hit the state, was greeted by angry people with handfuls of mud, showed a video posted on the social media platform X. The DIPR behaves like the media arm of the DMK and is busy promoting the Gopalapuram scion to divert …

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures govt support; Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to help in relief efforts
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi dials MK Stalin, assures govt support; Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to help in relief efforts

Live Mint  

As Tamil Nadu faces severe flooding and damage caused by Cyclone Fengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin regarding the flood situation in the state. Chief Minister MK Stalin has requested 22,000 crore from the NDRF for urgent restoration efforts in Tamil Nadu, and 2500 crore for Puducherry," said Tagore, as reported …

Cyclone Fengal: PM Modi Speaks To CM Stalin On Devastation, Assures Centre’s Support
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: PM Modi Speaks To CM Stalin On Devastation, Assures Centre’s Support

ABP News  

Cyclone Fengal news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi contacted Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin on Monday to learn about the flood situation in Tamil Nadu. Cyclone Fengal which formed on Friday brought unprecedented rainfall to the state causing flood-like situation in many parts of Salem, Krishnagiri, Mayiladuthurai among other regions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin …

PM Modi calls CM Stalin, assures support to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu
Top News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi calls CM Stalin, assures support to deal with flood situation in Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called up Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and enquired about the damages caused by cyclone Fengal and heavy rains in various parts of the State. "The Prime Minister spoke to me over the telephone and enquired about the damages caused by cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu. I explained how the State government …

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas

India Today  

Tamil Nadu minister K Ponmudi on Tuesday visited a Cyclone Fengal-hit area in the state where he was welcomed with handfuls of mud by villagers who were reportedly angry over the inadequate drainage systems that have left their homes waterlogged. As per the reports, the incident took place in the Iruevelpattu area on the Tiruchirapalli-Chennai road, where the agitated villagers …

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, seeks ₹2,000 crore NDRF assistance

Live Mint  

Cyclone Fengal: In view of the unprecedented devastation caused by flooding in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking assistance of ₹2,000 crore. Stalin stated that the cyclone affected 1.5 crore people in 14 districts of Tamil Nadu. Puducherry govt announces relief assistance ₹5,000 relief assistance has been …

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Will ask centre to send team to assess damage by Cyclone Fengal, says CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday said that the state government will request the union government to send a team to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu, especially in Villupuram, Cuddalore, and Chengalpattu districts. When pointed out that the centre failed to provide sufficient funds earlier, the CM said, “Let us be positive about it …

Odisha CM Warns of Severe Flood-Like Conditions Following Cyclone Dana Impact
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5 months ago

Odisha CM Warns of Severe Flood-Like Conditions Following Cyclone Dana Impact

Deccan Chronicle  

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has conducted an aerial survey to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Dana in the state. The CM expressed concern about the flood-like conditions in several regions caused by intense rains during the cyclone. He also highlighted the successful evacuation of 810,896 people to safe locations prior to the cyclone's impact.

Study finds infrastructure gaps that led to flooding in Chennai last monsoon
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Study finds infrastructure gaps that led to flooding in Chennai last monsoon

The Hindu  

The heavy rain brought on by Cyclone Michaung led to widespread flooding that made life hard for residents of many localities. The study points to the deficiencies in infrastructure and socio-economic disparities that complicated the situation in north Chennai during the cyclone and the resultant water stagnation in December last. A slew of reasons The study states, “Chennai city once …

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis
1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin urges PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore interim relief amid flood crisis

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for urgent assistance, seeking Rs 2,000 crore from the National Disaster Relief Fund to address the aftermath of devastating floods in the southern districts of the state. Stalin emphasised the need for immediate support to facilitate livelihood assistance and temporary rehabilitation efforts in areas severely impacted by …

Cyclone Michaung | Flood mitigation will become an electoral issue in Chennai: Ezhilan Naganathan
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Flood mitigation will become an electoral issue in Chennai: Ezhilan Naganathan

The Hindu  

With several parts of Chennai and its suburbs being crippled due to the impact of Cyclone Michaung, elected representatives in some places have had to face anger from the public who were denied access to electricity, milk or water for several days due to flooding. Speaking to The Hindu, DMK’s Thousand Lights MLA Ezhilan Naganathan, who has been seen visibly …

The week in 5 charts | BJP wins three of five state polls, Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction, Crime in India report, and more
1 year, 3 months ago

The week in 5 charts | BJP wins three of five state polls, Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction, Crime in India report, and more

The Hindu  

BJP 3-1 Congress, ZPM wins Mizoram In a big boost for Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of a national election due next year, Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday won three out of five state elections. Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha states are slowly crawling back to normalcy in the wake of Cyclone Michaung, …

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting with ministers to assess damage
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds review meeting with ministers to assess damage

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday held a review meeting with the state ministers to assess damage by Cyclone Michaung that hit the state earlier this month. Earlier on Wednesday, the Chief Minister also wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and sought an immediate interim relief fund of Rs 5,060 crores amid the destruction caused by …

Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Preparing for health emergencies after flooding

The Hindu  

The Indian monsoon brings with it cyclones and flooding. Cyclone Michaung that swept through the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh earlier this week left thousands marooned for several days. Tamil Nadu’s Director of Public Health issued a pre-emptive four-page instruction to health officials across the State to prepare for the emergency. | Cyclone Michaung The World Health …

Cyclone Michaung aftermath: People face shortage of basic necessities in Chennai
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung aftermath: People face shortage of basic necessities in Chennai

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung aftermath in Chennai: Amid days of waterlogging in the state of Tamil Nadu, the patience of the people of Chennai has broken as many residents of different areas complain of shortage of even drinking water and lack of cleanliness. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will be donating one month's salary to the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund …

Cyclone Michaung | Centre announces ₹1,500-crore aid to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh after cyclone wreaks havoc
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Centre announces ₹1,500-crore aid to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh after cyclone wreaks havoc

The Hindu  

The Union government on December 7 released funds for the States of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, and another tranche of funds for Chennai city, in the wake of damage inflicted by severe cyclonic storm Michaung that hit the coastal States this week. Union Home Minister Amit Shah posted on X on Thursday that government has approved ₹561.29 crore for …

Cyclone Michaung | Centre releases ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s disaster response fund
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Centre releases ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s disaster response fund

The Hindu  

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who took an aerial survey of flood-affected regions in and around Chennai on Thursday, December 7, 2023 said that the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has released the second instalment of its share of ₹450 crore to Tamil Nadu’s State Disaster Relief Fund. Integrated Urban Flood Management activities for Chennai Basin Project Pointing out that …

Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Chennai on December 7

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Tamil Nadu on Thursday, December 7, 2023, to assess the impact of the torrential rain brought by Cyclone Michaung in Chennai and surrounding districts this week. He will do an aerial survey of the affected areas between 12.20 p.m. and 1.10 p.m. Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan, Tamil Nadu’s …

Tamil Nadu: Schools, colleges in Chennai to remain closed tomorrow due to heavy flooding
1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Schools, colleges in Chennai to remain closed tomorrow due to heavy flooding

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu: All schools and colleges in Tamil Nadu's Chennai will remain closed on Friday due to heavy flooding after the state was hit by cyclone Michaung. Post the cyclonic storm in the state, residents grappled with stagnant water and power disruption in parts of the city and its suburbs, two days after Cyclone Michuang wreaked havoc in the metropolis …

Cyclone Michaung: Officials told to carry out relief work in a compassionate manner
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Officials told to carry out relief work in a compassionate manner

Deccan Chronicle  

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday directed Collectors of districts affected by the severe cyclonic storm 'Michaung' and superintendents of police to work towards restoring normalcy in a compassionate manner. Be sympathetic to the affected people, put yourselves in their shoes and work on their needs," Reddy said in a statement shared by the …

Cyclone Michaung | Sea has started taking in rain water: T.N. Chief Secretary
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Sea has started taking in rain water: T.N. Chief Secretary

The Hindu  

The Bay of Bengal, which was not taking in rainwater being drained into it by rivers through the estuaries, has started taking in water, as the cyclone has moved away, Chief Secretary Shiv Das Meena said in Chennai on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Speaking to reporters, Mr. Meena said he visited the estuary and witnessed how the sea was not …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to conduct aerial survey of flood-hit Tamil Nadu in wake of cyclone Michaung
1 year, 3 months ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to conduct aerial survey of flood-hit Tamil Nadu in wake of cyclone Michaung

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit cyclone-hit Tamil Nadu on Thursday and conduct aerial visit of flood-affected areas which were hit by the devastating storm ‘Michuang’. After the aerial visit, the Defence Minister will have a meeting with the Chief Minister MK Stalin and take a review of the relief work being carried out by various agencies, the …

Cyclone Michaung: Chennai residents, stranded in waterlogged areas, demand food, water
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Chennai residents, stranded in waterlogged areas, demand food, water

India Today  

The aftermath of Cyclone Michaung has left Chennai devastated, with 12 casualties reported in rain-related incidents. As 72 hours have passed since the rain stopped, several streets in south Chennai remain submerged, leaving thousands of residents stranded without essentials and power. India Today TV's ground report sheds light on the challenges faced by residents in Chennai's Velachery area, including those …

Cyclone Michaung Chennai To Get Some Respite From Cyclone Michaung Destruction As IMD Predicts Light Rainfall
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung Chennai To Get Some Respite From Cyclone Michaung Destruction As IMD Predicts Light Rainfall

ABP News  

Cyclone Michaung has disrupted normal life and wreaked havoc across Chennai and adjoining districts with severe rainfall and floods. IMD bulletin stated that coastal Andhra Pradesh will continue to receive light to moderate rainfall in most places and heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in a few places. The bulletin further warned that exceptionally heavy rainfall is expected at …

Centre should extend all help to states affected by cyclone: Mallikarjun Kharge
1 year, 3 months ago

Centre should extend all help to states affected by cyclone: Mallikarjun Kharge

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday urged the Centre to provide all possible help to states affected by Cyclone Michaung. "The cyclone is expected to make its presence felt in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Puducherry, and may cause heavy rains in Jharkhand. Cyclone Michaung wreaked havoc in Chennai and its suburbs on Monday, leaving five people dead. The …

Distressed, says Rahul Gandhi on Cyclone Michaung, urges Congress workers to help
1 year, 3 months ago

Distressed, says Rahul Gandhi on Cyclone Michaung, urges Congress workers to help

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As Cyclone Michaung continues to wreak havoc in Tamil Nadu and Chennai city faces massive waterlogging, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said that he was depressed by it and urged Congress leaders and workers in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha to come forward to help. "A dead body of an unidentified man aged about 70 years who was …

Cyclone Michaung tracker | Cyclonic storm makes landfall in A.P.; rains stop in Chennai
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung tracker | Cyclonic storm makes landfall in A.P.; rains stop in Chennai

The Hindu  

Life was thrown out of gear on the southern Andhra Pradesh coast on Tuesday as heavy rain and high-velocity winds triggered by Cyclone Michaung lashed Bapatla town and nearby villages, uprooting trees and electric poles. The severe cyclonic storm made its landfall from half past noon to 2.30 p.m. close to the south of Bapatla with a maximum sustained wind …

Cyclone Michaung effect: Light rain in parts of Chhattisgarh
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung effect: Light rain in parts of Chhattisgarh

India TV News  

Raipur city and parts of Chhattisgarh received light rain due to cyclone Michaung, which crossed coastal south Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday, bringing down the temperature, the Met department said. As per the IMD, Pendraroad recorded the lowest temperature of 16.8 degrees Celsius while Dantewada recorded the highest temperature at 26.3 degrees Celsius. Severe cyclonic storm Michaung made landfall crossing the …

Cyclone Michaung makes landfall; Chennai suffers power cuts, severe waterlogging: Key points
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung makes landfall; Chennai suffers power cuts, severe waterlogging: Key points

India TV News  

Cyclone Michaung made landfall crossing the south Andhra Pradesh coast on Tuesday leaving its brunt to be felt in Chennai and adjoining areas in neighbouring Tamil Nadu. HERE'S SOME KEY POINTS: Michaung crossed near coastal south Andhra Pradesh's Bapatla district with maximum gales of up to 90 to 100 km per hour. NDRF teams deployed in southern states A total …

Cyclone Michaung: Amit Shah Assures Tamil Nadu, AP, Puducherry CMs Of All Help
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: Amit Shah Assures Tamil Nadu, AP, Puducherry CMs Of All Help

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: In view of impending cyclone Michaung, the Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday spoke to the chief ministers of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry on the situation arising due to cyclone and assured them of all necessary central help. He also said that adequate deployment of National Disaster Response Force teams has already been made and …

Cyclone ‘Michaung’: Tamil Nadu govt shuts schools; 70 flights, 60 trains cancelled
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone ‘Michaung’: Tamil Nadu govt shuts schools; 70 flights, 60 trains cancelled

Hindustan Times  

Severe cyclonic storm ‘Michaung’, which lies 90 km northeast of Chennai, has led to heavy rainfall across several Tamil Nadu districts. A red alert was issued on north coastal Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, India Meteorological Department Director General Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said on Monday. NDRF personnel visit a low-lying area near the banks of Kosasthalaiyar river as Tamil …

Cyclone Michaung in pictures | Floods, heavy rain and strong winds take over Chennai
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung in pictures | Floods, heavy rain and strong winds take over Chennai

The Hindu  

The deep depression over the Bay of Bengal on Sunday intensified into a cyclonic storm ‘Michaung’ and is likely to cross the South Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Machilipatnam during the forenoon of December 5 with a maximum sustained wind speed of 80-90 kmph gusting to 100 kmph, the IMD said. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai, has said …

Cyclone Michaung highlights: Storm likely to make landfall in AP's Bapatla, officials on high alert
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung highlights: Storm likely to make landfall in AP's Bapatla, officials on high alert

Hindustan Times  

Cyclone 'Michaung' is likely to make a landfall tomorrow between Nellore and Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh; District officials are on high alert. Cyclone Michaung News highlights: The cyclonic storm ‘Michaung’ is expected to intensify further, moving northward over the southern part of Andhra Pradesh and crossing Nellore and Machilipatnam on Tuesday morning, eventually making landfall at Bapatla, as per the …

Cyclone Michaung nears TN, triggers heavy rainfall
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung nears TN, triggers heavy rainfall

Hindustan Times  

Chennai: Cyclone Michaung triggered heavy rainfall in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu on Sunday. “However essential services such as police, fire services, local bodies, milk supply, water supply, hospitals, medical shops, hotels restaurants…shall function as usual,” said Tamil Nadu chief secretary Shiv Das Meena in an order. The government also requested people not to go out unless necessary, …

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Corporation asks residents in coastal areas and low-lying areas to shift to safer locations
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Chennai Corporation asks residents in coastal areas and low-lying areas to shift to safer locations

The Hindu  

Greater Chennai Corporation on Sunday, December 3, 2023 has advised residents along the coastal zones and residents in low-lying areas to shift to safer locations including the 162 relief shelters of the civic body owing to heavy rains and a wind velocity more than 70 km per hour. According to forecasts received by the civic body, 198 out of 200 …

Cyclone Michaung | T.N. Ministers review precautionary measures; NDRF, SDRF personnel positioned in eight coastal districts
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | T.N. Ministers review precautionary measures; NDRF, SDRF personnel positioned in eight coastal districts

The Hindu  

Senior Ministers of the Tamil Nadu government visited various parts of Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts on Sunday, December 3, 2023 where they reviewed precautionary measures being undertaken by various government agencies, in view of the cyclonic storm Michaung. Meanwhile, over 500 personnel from the National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force have been rushed to Chengalpattu, …

Cyclone Michaung: CM Jagan Puts Officials on High Alert
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung: CM Jagan Puts Officials on High Alert

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has instructed officials to stay alert for combating Cyclone Michaung, which is likely to cross the coast between Nellore and Machilipatnam on Monday. Jagan Mohan Reddy stated that the collectors from cyclone-affected districts and disaster management officials should be ready with relief and rescue measures to help people and restore power lines and …

Cyclone Michaung | Coastal Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain as Andhra Pradesh gears up for landfall
1 year, 3 months ago

Cyclone Michaung | Coastal Tamil Nadu braces for heavy rain as Andhra Pradesh gears up for landfall

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu prepared for heavy rainfall in their coastal districts as a deep depression intensified over the Bay of Bengal, moving northwest and likely to evolve into Cyclone Michaung by December 3 morning. After it becomes a cyclonic storm, it is expected to reach the waters off southern Andhra Pradesh and the adjoining north Tamil Nadu by …

23,000 Greater Chennai Corporation employees engaged in cyclone preparedness activities, more on standby
1 year, 3 months ago

23,000 Greater Chennai Corporation employees engaged in cyclone preparedness activities, more on standby

The Hindu  

In order to address the potential impact of Cyclone Michaung forming in the Bay of Bengal, an interdepartmental meeting was held with zonal supervisors and officers on Saturday to discuss precautionary measures implemented in the Greater Chennai Corporation limits. Mayor R. Priya and GCC Commissioner J. Radhakrishnan, speaking to reporters after the meeting, said: “With the onset of northeast monsoon, …

Tamil Nadu fully prepared to handle heavy rainfall, says Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu fully prepared to handle heavy rainfall, says Minister

The Hindu  

Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran said on Saturday that the Tamil Nadu government was fully prepared for the heavy rainfall expected in the delta and coastal districts due to cyclone Michaung. Stalin convened a meeting on Friday, when the forecast was that the cyclone would make landfall in northern Tamil Nadu. Though the forecast had since been …

Tamil Nadu weather update: Heavy downpour continues to lash parts of Chennai | WATCH
1 year, 9 months ago

Tamil Nadu weather update: Heavy downpour continues to lash parts of Chennai | WATCH

India TV News  

Several districts of Tamil Nadu witnessed lightning and thunderstorms on Thursday. From June 20 to June 25, the India Meteorological Department predicted heavy to moderate rainfall in portions of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. On Tuesday, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai predicts that isolated locations in the Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, and Tiruvannamalai districts will …

BJP leaders take dig at CM on chopper trip to flood-hit areas
2 years, 8 months ago

BJP leaders take dig at CM on chopper trip to flood-hit areas

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Amid Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s visit to flood-affected areas on Sunday, BJP leaders alleged that this was the first time the CM was spotted outside his camp office and sought concrete measures to prevent disruption to daily life due to calamities. BJP OBC Morcha national president K. Laxman, who is also an MP, alleged that the Chief Minister …

CM Jagan: Senior officials to be in charge of flood hit districts
2 years, 8 months ago

CM Jagan: Senior officials to be in charge of flood hit districts

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister Jagan Reddy held a video conference on the Godavari flood relief measures with officials after he did an aerial survey of the flood-hit districts on Friday. Reviewing the situation, the chief minister said a senior official would be assigned to each flood-affected district to monitor the situation and oversee relief measures. Jagan allowed officials to use helicopters …

Chennai rains: How northeast monsoon battered Tamil Nadu
3 years, 2 months ago

Chennai rains: How northeast monsoon battered Tamil Nadu

India Today  

Every year during the months of northeast monsoon, Tamil Nadu experiences a sudden rain that floods roads, subways, airports throwing life out of gear. Here are the 10 things we know so far: 1) On December 30, parts of Chennai and four districts in Tamil Nadu received heavy rainfall causing a flood-like situation in the city. 6) Tamil Nadu Chief …

Cyclone Jawad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairs meeting on impending situation
3 years, 3 months ago

Cyclone Jawad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairs meeting on impending situation

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting on the cyclone-related situation in the country. PM Modi was briefed by top officials on the possible cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal that could affect north Andhra Pradesh and Odisha coasts. With the IMD forecast of a cyclonic storm reaching Odisha coast on December 4, the state government on Wednesday had …

Flood relief will be sought from Centre soon, says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin
3 years, 4 months ago

Flood relief will be sought from Centre soon, says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin

India Today  

Following completion of assessment of damage to crops in Cauvery Delta districts due to heavy rains, flood relief would be sought from the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said here on Sunday. Speaking to reporters after distributing flood assistance to affected people here, Stalin said if necessary, state ministers or MPs would call on Prime Minister Narendra …

Yaas: Mamata conducts aerial survey of cyclone-hit areas in Bengal
3 years, 10 months ago

Yaas: Mamata conducts aerial survey of cyclone-hit areas in Bengal

India TV News  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday conducted an aerial survey of cyclone-hit areas in North 24 Parganas district, officials said. Accompanied by Chief Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay, Banerjee took stock of the post-cyclone situation in Hingalganj, Hasnabad, Sandeshkhali, Pinakha and other areas of the district, they said. Several areas in Purba Medinipur, South and North 24 Parganas districts bore …

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