Chennai: ₹1 Lakh Fine for Cutting Trees Without Permission
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.
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.
KMDA begins installing the truss for a new 42m Bailey bridge connecting Salt Lake & Dakshindari. The two-way bridge aims to reduce congestion at Ultadanga & Salt Lake crossings. Read details.
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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.
Mumbai's century-old Tilak Bridge is being replaced by a wider, 6-lane cable-stayed structure. 70% complete, Phase 1 opens in April 2026, revolutionizing east-west connectivity in Dadar. Read more.
Despite being flagged as structurally unsafe by PWD and IIT Roorkee, the Rahon-Machhiwara bridge in Nawanshahr remains open to overloaded tipper trucks, many carrying illegally mined sand, posing a major public safety risk.
Chennai's new ₹44 crore, four-lane bridge over the Cooum river in Nolambur is set to open in February, replacing a risky causeway and cutting travel time by 15 minutes. Read more.
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Commuters in Chennai's Nolambur, Mogappair & Maduravoyal to get relief from a stench-filled, inundated causeway. The new 160m, ₹44-crore bridge aims for a mid-Feb launch, cutting travel time by 15 mins. Read more.
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Over a lakh commuters face severe daily congestion on Chennai's Pattabiram ROB as only one arm is open after two years. Despite ₹78.35 crore spent, the incomplete bridge causes snarls and accidents. Details inside.
Ahmedabad authorities confirm Indira Bridge is safe for traffic, clarifying media-reported 'cracks' are standard expansion joints. Read the full technical audit details.
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.
Gujarat government clarifies that perceived cracks on Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar's Indira Bridge are standard expansion joints. A joint inspection confirms the bridge is structurally safe for all traffic.
NHAI begins urgent repairs on the 750m Sanjay Setu bridge near Khalghat after a viral video showed dangerous swaying. Work involves bearing replacement and is set for completion by mid-March. Read for details.
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.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Rs 110 crore plan to restore Subhash Bridge is more expensive than building several new flyovers. Get the full details and cost comparison here.
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!
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation announces a Rs 250 crore project to restore the cracked Subhash Bridge and construct new two-lane bridges on both sides to ease city traffic. Read the full plan.
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.
BMC unveils a Rs 2,225-crore plan to build two elevated roads, including a cable-stayed bridge over Malad creek, to cut travel time and ease congestion in the western suburb. Read details.
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.