Chennai News: Major Updates for January 12, 2026
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Chennai today. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Chennai today. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
Chennai Metro's new Porur-Vadapalani corridor is on track for a mid-February 2026 launch, enhancing connectivity and easing traffic. Get the latest updates here.
Chennai Metro Rail's first trial run between Porur and Vadapalani marks a key step for Phase II. This crucial link promises to cut travel time and ease west Chennai's notorious traffic congestion. Read more about this major infrastructure push.
Greater Chennai Corporation announces strict new rules & heavy fines for unauthorized tree cutting. Apply online via GCC portal or Namma Chennai app. Protect the city's green cover.
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed about what's happening in the city today.
India's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, set for Parliament, aims to end distribution monopolies. This reform could reshape the sector, putting Tata Power, Torrent Power, and CESC in the spotlight for investors.
Power supply will be suspended in several parts of Ambattur, Chennai, on January 12 from 9am to 2pm for maintenance work. Check the full list of affected localities here.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Chennai on January 9, 2026. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Dense fog and cold snap cause repeated power failures in Jaipur's rural areas like Goner and Boorthal. Untrimmed tree branches on lines lead to nightly outages, disrupting lives and small businesses. Read more.
Power supply will be suspended in parts of Valasaravakkam and Porur in Chennai from 9 am to 2 pm on Friday. Check the full list of affected areas here.
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments. Stay informed with the biggest stories of the day.
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Chennai's historic Broadway bus stand is set for a massive Rs 800-crore redevelopment into a multi-modal transport hub with 73 bays. Foundation stone on Jan 25. Read how it will ease North Chennai travel.
Get the latest updates from Chennai for January 5, 2026. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic disruptions, weather forecasts, and key political developments in the city.
Residents of Noida's Sector 105 endure 1-2 hour daily power cuts. RWA blames old infrastructure and unpruned trees. Officials promise investigation. Read more.
Chennai Corporation deploys drones for larvicide spraying and intensifies fogging to tackle rising mosquito density and prevent dengue. Officials say the peak season is over, but vigilance continues. Read more.
Jefferies predicts a recovery in India's power demand growth to 6.5% by FY26, driving upside for power sector stocks like NTPC and Power Grid. Read the full analysis.
Massive police deployment of 19,000 personnel ensured a largely crime-free New Year's Eve in Chennai. While reckless racing was curbed, one fatal accident was reported. Read the full story.
Chennai gears up for Sargam 2026, the 8th Malayali Markazhi Mahotsavam from Jan 2-4. Experience a mega Mohiniyattam, folk arts, theatre & more. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
In 2025, Chennai didn't follow trends; it edited them. From digital cameras to matcha, the city created a slower, warmer, and more practical local culture. Discover how.
Greater Chennai Corporation's 12-week door-to-door drive collects over 582 tonnes of bulky waste like sofas & mattresses. Learn how residents can schedule pickup for proper disposal.
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic matters, traffic alerts, metro services, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with the essential news for December 31, 2025.
Andhra's Energy Minister clarifies the 15-minute power outage at Kanaka Durga Temple was due to official coordination failure, not technical issues. A review meeting is scheduled for Jan 6-7.
Selling your car in Chennai? Coastal humidity, traffic patterns, flood history & buyer preferences drastically affect valuation. Learn how to get the best deal.
Stay updated with the latest from Chennai! Get all major civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments for December 30, 2025.
Plan your New Year's Eve 2026 in Chennai! Discover the hottest parties, live music events, club nights, and family-friendly celebrations across the city. Book your tickets now!
Scheduled maintenance by KPTCL will cause power outages in West and North Bengaluru areas on Monday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Residents of Kansal and Nayagaon face up to 8 hours of daily power cuts. PSPCL helplines go unanswered, disrupting lives of students, elderly, and businesses. Details inside.
A power cut at Vijayawada's Kanakadurga temple due to a billing disagreement disrupted services. The dispute involves a solar power agreement. Read the full story.
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.