Coimbatore railway police seized 55kg of ganja from Vivek Express train and arrested three West Bengal natives for smuggling. The contraband was found in an unreserved compartment during a search operation.
Get the latest from Coimbatore on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for January 12, 2026. Stay informed with the biggest local stories.
Coimbatore police arrested eight drug peddlers and seized 5kg of ganja in coordinated Sunday raids. The accused, booked under NDPS Act, are now in judicial custody. Read the full story.
Residents of Sengadu, Coimbatore, staged a protest demanding regular drinking water. The road blockade caused major traffic disruptions. Read more about their demands and the police response.
Coimbatore GRP seizes 13kg cannabis from Patna-Ernakulam Express. Special team finds abandoned bags in general compartment. Investigation launched to nab smugglers.
BJP national working president Nitin Nabin demands DMK's removal in Tamil Nadu, accusing it of corruption and disrespecting Sanatana Dharma. Read key details from the Coimbatore conclave.
Three youths from Podanur arrested for breaking into Madukkarai court & stealing phones while searching for seized ganja. Details on the case & their criminal history inside.
A 25-year-old history-sheeter in Coimbatore fractured his hand while trying to evade police during a drug bust near CMC Colony. Police seized 3.1kg of ganja and arrested him under the NDPS Act. Read the full details.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
Podanur police in Coimbatore arrested three men for supplying ganja and painkillers to local youth. Seized 5 kg cannabis, 200 tablets, and syringes. Read the full details.
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A 20-year-old man, S Praveen Kumar, was murdered in Coimbatore's Selvapuram in an act of revenge for his alleged role in a 2024 killing. Two suspects arrested. Details inside.
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
Coimbatore police arrested a 56-year-old Sri Lankan national for overstaying his visa and possessing multiple Indian identity documents, including Aadhaar and PAN, obtained fraudulently. Read the full investigation details.
Coimbatore police launch manhunt for gang behind three house burglaries in city and outskirts. Gold jewellery and valuables stolen. Special teams formed for investigation.
Despite strict border vigil, illegal lottery ticket smuggling from Kerala to Coimbatore continues. Police seized tickets worth Rs 14.87 lakh in 2025 and arrested 723 people. Read about the ongoing crackdown.
Coimbatore's Passport Office and Krishnagiri Court Complex received hoax bomb threat emails on Tuesday, prompting massive security responses. Read the full details of the incidents and ongoing investigations.
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
New Coimbatore Police Commissioner launches massive patrol rally with 100 vehicles, focusing on women's safety, road safety, and visible policing. Details inside.
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A truck was completely destroyed after a brake failure caused it to ram an electric pole and catch fire near Karumathampatti, Coimbatore. The driver escaped unhurt. Read the full details.
PEW police in Trichy confiscated 2 kg of ganja from an SUV and arrested the driver. The narcotics, sourced from Andhra and Odisha, were destined for local distribution. Read the full details.
Dr N Kannan IPS officially took charge as the new Coimbatore City Police Commissioner on Saturday, bringing his extensive experience to the role. Learn more about his career and the leadership change.
Murder cases in Coimbatore's rural areas surged to 49 in 2025, a 30% rise from 2024. Police solved all cases, arresting 53. Assault cases, however, dropped by 12%. Read the full analysis.
A 57-year-old man was injured after his scooter hit an unidentified animal near Madukkarai forest. Forest officials have installed cameras to monitor wildlife movement. Read the full story.
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation inaugurates a 10-bed dialysis centre at Seethalakshmi Hospital. Services cost Rs 375 per session, free for govt health card holders. Opens after Jan 19.
Discover why Coimbatore is becoming India's next major tech hub. This article explores the high-return investment potential in the city's booming technology and real estate sectors.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Sri Sathya Sai district police arrested four ganja smugglers near Kadiri, seizing 1.2 kg. Ten addicts detained, 15 others counselled. Crackdown continues.
Election officials inspected Coimbatore's Government College of Technology to set up counting centres for the upcoming assembly election. Get the latest updates on poll preparations.