Bay Of Bengal
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Earthquake strikes Bay of Bengal, triggers tremors in Andhra Pradesh
India | Jul 12, 2026, 11:47 AM ISTThe Earthquake hit near the Andhra Pradesh coast at 5:05:46 am IST on Sunday, triggering tremors in Andhra Pradesh. The quake was measured at 4.5-magnitude on the Richter scale, and its epicentre was in the Bay of Bengal, about 225 kilometres off the coast of Kakinada, at a depth of 10 kilometres.
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West Bengal weather: IMD predicts heavy rains as low pressure develops over Bay of Bengal
Kolkata | Jul 04, 2026, 01:55 PM ISTThe IMD said the weather situation could become more severe on Sunday, with South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Medinipur, Jhargram, Purulia and Bankura likely to witness extremely heavy rainfall.
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NOTAM issued over Bay of Bengal for February 5–6; missile test in the offing
India | Jan 30, 2026, 08:51 PM ISTNOTAM stands for Notice to Airmen. It is an official notice issued to inform civilian, military aviation about potential hazards or restrictions in a specific airspace for a defined period. NOTAMs are commonly released during missile tests, rocket launches, military exercises, or wartime situation.
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NOTAM issued over Bay of Bengal from December 17-20; missile test likely
India | Dec 11, 2025, 12:33 PM ISTThis came days after India issued a no-fly zone notice over a 14,000-kilometre area over the Bay of Bengal from December 6-8 for a possible missile test.
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Cyclone Ditwah brews in Bay of Bengal; IMD issues alert for Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
India | Nov 27, 2025, 03:49 PM ISTPeople have been advised to avoid sea travel. Fishermen in coastal states have been asked by the authorities to stay ashore and follow updates. Residents have also been asked to remain cautious and follow guidelines issued by the weather department as Bay of Bengal braces for another storm.
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Cyclone Senyar: Low pressure over area may intensify in next 24 hours; rain alert in costal states
India | Nov 25, 2025, 07:17 PM ISTThe IMD said the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm while moving north-northwestwards over a period of 24 hours.
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Cyclone 'Montha' brewing in Bay of Bengal: Andhra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu on high alert
India | Oct 26, 2025, 07:31 AM ISTA powerful cyclone named “Montha” is forming over the Bay of Bengal, likely to hit Andhra Pradesh’s coast on Oct 28 with winds of up to 100 kmph. Odisha, Andhra, and Tamil Nadu are on high alert as the storm is expected to bring very heavy rain and strong winds.
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Tamil Nadu rains: Cyclone warning issued, schools closed as heavy rains lash Chennai
Chennai | Oct 22, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTTamil Nadu rains: Cyclone formation near Tamil Nadu’s coast brings heavy rainfall and flood risks. IMD warns of worsening weather, with schools closed in Chennai for safety.
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Odisha weather: One dead, two missing as heavy rain lashes state, IMD issues alert for 16 districts
India | Oct 03, 2025, 07:33 AM ISTOdisha weather: The IMD issued a 'red' alert of extremely heavy rainfall in seven districts, an 'orange' warning for 16 and a 'yellow' alert for the remaining seven districts. Almost all parts of the state have been receiving heavy rain since Wednesday.
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10 killed as incessant rains paralyse Kolkata, 90 flights cancelled; IMD forecasts more showers
Kolkata | Sep 23, 2025, 10:41 PM ISTThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the formation of another low-pressure area around September 25, which is expected to bring more rainfall to the region. Due to this, widespread light to moderate rain is likely across several districts of South Bengal.
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Chinese research vessel found active near Indian waters, operated secretly: Report
India | Jul 11, 2025, 04:55 PM ISTA Chinese research vessel was tracked operating covertly near India's east coast after disabling its AIS, raising concerns over possible undersea surveillance.
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Earthquake of magnitude 5.1 strikes Bay of Bengal, tremors felt in Kolkata
Kolkata | Feb 25, 2025, 07:17 AM ISTA 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal on Tuesday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The quake's epicenter was located in the central region of the bay, with no immediate reports of damage or a tsunami threat.
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Cyclone Fengal: Rains lash Tamil Nadu, Puducherry as deep depression likely to become storm | Pics
India | Nov 27, 2024, 11:55 PM ISTAccording to Indian Meteorological Department, If the deep depression intensifies into cyclonic storm, it will be called Fengal. In the last 24 hours till Wednesday 8:30 pm, state received moderate to heavy rains. In delta areas, NDRF and state teams have been deployed.
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Chennai weather: Deep depression likely to become cyclonic storm as rains lash Tamil Nadu | Details
Chennai | Nov 26, 2024, 09:05 PM ISTTamil Nadu is bracing for a deep depression that could intensify into a cyclonic storm on November 27, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall in coming days. While the NDRF, SDRF teams have been deployed in several districts, the state govt is bracing to deal with the effects.
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Cyclone Dana: Ahead of landfall, Mamata Banerjee monitors situation in Bengal's Howrah
India | Oct 24, 2024, 11:56 PM ISTCyclone Dana: Cyclone Dana which formed in the Bay of Bengal is intensifying and moving north-northwestwards and is likely to cross Bengal and Odisha in the early hours of Friday.
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Cyclonic storm ‘Dana’ forms over Bay of Bengal, IMD issues alert
India | Oct 23, 2024, 09:59 AM ISTIMD has issued an alert as Cyclonic Storm ‘Dana’ intensified over the Bay of Bengal, with landfall expected in Odisha and West Bengal on October 25. Authorities prepared for potential heavy rains, strong winds, and evacuations.
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Cyclone Dana: South Eastern Railway cancels 23 more trains, total tally stands at 232
India | Oct 23, 2024, 09:03 AM ISTCyclone Dana: The South Easter Railway has cancelled 220 trains running through the region which could get impacted after the cyclone makes landfall. The SER has also set up an emergency control room to facilitate the passengers.
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Cyclone in Bay of Bengal: 25 NDRF teams on standby in Odisha, West Bengal
India | Oct 22, 2024, 07:07 AM ISTOdisha is on high alert as Cyclone Dana approaches with wind speeds up to 110 kph. NDRF has deployed 25 teams, and the state aims for 100% evacuation and zero casualties.
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Cyclone Dana likely to form over Bay of Bengal by Oct 23, IMD predicts heavy rains for these places
India | Oct 21, 2024, 11:48 AM ISTAccording to the weather office, wind speeds in the Central Bay of Bengal are forecasted to reach 35 to 45 km/h, with gusts up to 55 km/h, from October 22 to 24, leading to rough to very rough sea conditions.
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IMD weather update: Light rain expected in Delhi-NCR, Himachal, Uttarakhand till September 27
Delhi | Sep 25, 2024, 05:07 PM ISTIMD scientist Dr Naresh predicted light rain in Delhi-NCR, with Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand expecting moderate to heavy showers in the coming days.