Chennai News Today: Major Updates You Need to Know
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.
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.
Three unidentified women executed a swift jewellery theft worth Rs 14 lakh from Kalyan Jewellers in Prayagraj. The entire heist, caught on CCTV, lasted just 14 minutes. Police are investigating.
Byatarayanapura police arrested Venkatesh for siphoning diesel from parked lorries. He stored fuel in plastic containers and sold it cheaply. Read the full story.
Hoshiarpur police arrest a man for stealing steel rods from a construction site. Stolen property recovered. Details on the police operation inside.
A trusted domestic help and her husband stole valuables worth ₹1.37 crore from a Bengaluru businessman's house during New Year. Police have recovered all stolen items and arrested the couple.
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.
Noida Police crack down on a major organised theft gang, recovering 821 stolen mobile phones worth ₹6-8 crore. Six arrested, two juveniles apprehended in a significant breakthrough.
An 83-year-old Kolkata woman undertook a 50km solo journey to confront her maid of 20 years over a Rs 3.5 lakh theft. Read the full story of her quest for a confession and the police investigation that followed.
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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.
Thieves with technical know-how steal high-capacity underground copper cables from BSNL in Chandigarh's Sector 34, causing major loss. Police probe underway. Read details.
Sambhal administration's anti-power theft drive uncovers 45,000 cases, imposes Rs 2.5 crore penalty. Watch the video of the crackdown in Rai Satti area.
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.
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.
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.
Bhopal police arrest one in a meticulously planned theft at an advocate's home in Suraj Nagar. Cash & valuables worth lakhs stolen after dogs were fed sedated meat. Details inside.
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!
A gang, including a 12-year-old boy, executed a coordinated theft at Shri Laxmi Jewellers in Ahmedabad, stealing gold earrings worth over Rs 3.13 lakh. Police are investigating.
A jewellery workshop employee in Rajkot's Sonibazar allegedly stole 320g of 22-carat gold ornaments. The accused, Ajay Malik, is absconding. Police investigation is underway.
In a dramatic police operation, an accused in the Rs 1.08 crore Thawe Bhawani Temple theft was injured. The stolen crown was recovered. Read the full story of the digital heist.
Karnataka police arrest three women for allegedly stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and investigation inside.
Karnataka police arrest three women for stealing a 14-gram gold chain from a 67-year-old devotee at a Puttur temple. Details on the incident and arrests inside.
A 29-year-old fisherman fell into the sea off Chennai coast. Separately, an unidentified body was found ashore near Kasimedu harbour. Police are investigating both incidents.
Madhavaram Lake in Chennai will become the city's first restored waterbody to offer jet ski rides and boating from Pongal. The Rs 11.56 crore project aims to create a leisure hub for North Chennai.