Chennai Headlines: Major Updates for December 25, 2025
Get the latest Chennai news updates for December 25, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic conditions, weather, and key administrative developments in the city.
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Chandigarh pedestrian killed, city road deaths reach 86
A 50-year-old man was killed by a motorcyclist in Chandigarh's Industrial Area. The incident pushes the city's road fatality count to 86 this year. Read the full report.
Chennai's New Road Design Code Aims to Standardize City Streets
Chennai's transport authority drafts a 350-page uniform road design code to fix broken footpaths, frequent digging, and poor pedestrian infrastructure. Implementation expected by late 2025.
Bengaluru's Alarming Pedestrian Death Toll: 28% of Fatalities
Bengaluru's pedestrian safety crisis deepens as police data shows nearly 28% of road deaths involve walkers. Despite enforcement, 2025 risks higher toll. Read about causes and solutions.
Chennai to re-tender waste management for two key zones
Greater Chennai Corporation will re-tender privatized waste management for Anna Nagar and Tondiarpet zones by February, with an expanded scope including bulk and hazardous waste. Read details.
Chennai Police Intensify Festive Checks on Racing, Drunk Driving
Greater Chennai Police deploy 8,000 personnel, barricades, and tech to curb bike racing & drunk driving during Christmas & New Year. Violators face vehicle seizure and fines.
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Pune road crossing turns fatal for domestic help
A domestic worker's death on Pune's Ganeshkhind Road exposes the city's pedestrian safety crisis. Residents demand urgent infrastructure changes. Read the full report.
Ambala Subway Project Cleared, Construction to Start Soon
Haryana Minister Anil Vij announces NOCs issued for Ambala subway connecting bus stand & railway station. NHAI directed to expedite the 60-meter project for safer pedestrian crossing. #Ambala #Infrastructure
Chennai Corp 311 Health Recruitment Drive Announced
Greater Chennai Corporation opens 311 contractual posts under CCUHM. Apply offline by Jan 5, 2026. Roles include Medical Officers, Nurses, Technicians & more.
Drunk Pedestrian Run Over in Bengaluru, Driver Held
A tragic accident in Bengaluru claims the life of a drunk pedestrian hit by a private bus. The driver has been arrested. Read details on the incident and police action.
Journalist's life altered by speeding bike accident in Kochi
A journalist recounts her traumatic accident with a speeding bike in Kochi, leading to multiple fractures, a ruptured spleen, and lifelong health consequences. Read her powerful story on road safety.
3-Year Stalled Chennai Plaza Project Makes Walking a Nightmare
A 27.3 crore pedestrian plaza project on Chennai's MC Road, stalled for three years, forces pedestrians to navigate dangerous dug-up paths and bike encroachments. Read about the daily struggle and promised solutions.
Two construction workers electrocuted in Chennai
Two construction workers died after being electrocuted while erecting scaffolding in Old Perungalathur, Chennai. The tragic incident highlights safety risks for laborers. Read the full report.
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Chennai's Poor Protest Over Unsafe Colonies, Drug Abuse
Over 500 residents from Chennai's resettlement colonies like Perumbakkam & Kannagi Nagar protested unresolved civic issues: drug abuse, unsafe buildings, poor transport. Their demands remain unheard.
Restored Victoria Hall in Chennai to reopen this week
Chief Minister M K Stalin will inaugurate the restored 137-year-old Victoria Hall in Chennai. The historic landmark, featuring new exhibits and a performance space, reclaims its role as a vibrant public hub.
Massive beam falls from Chennai metro site, officials suspended
A shocking video shows a heavy metal beam falling from a CMRL work site on Chennai's OMR. Officials confirm suspensions and a fine. Details on the narrow escape and investigation inside.
Chandigarh MC's Anti-Encroachment Drive: 92 Challans Issued
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's Sunday drive removed illegal vendors from footpaths in Sector 15, 41, 22 & Manimajra. 92 challans issued. Officials warn of regular action to decongest areas. Read more.
Bengaluru's Broken Footpaths Exposed by Canadian Visitor
A Canadian national's video reveals the dangerous state of footpaths in Bengaluru's upscale Indiranagar, sparking debate on pedestrian safety and urban decay. See the shocking reality.
New road to ease congestion for Chennai's Nanganallur commuters
A new Rs 29.57 crore road will directly connect Nanganallur to the busy Pazhavanthangal subway, easing traffic and improving safety. The long-awaited project is set to benefit thousands of daily commuters.
2 dead, 3 hurt in Chennai road crash with stray cattle
Two motorcyclists died and three women were critically injured after a speeding van hit stray cows near Guduvanchery. Read the full details of the tragic Mannivakkam–Adhanur Road accident.
₹29.57 Crore Road for Nanganallur to Ease Traffic
Greater Chennai Corporation allocates ₹29.57 crore for a direct link road from Nanganallur to Pazhavanthangal subway, aiming to end decades of congestion and accidents. Read details.
Happy Streets Chennai: Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue Car-Free on Dec 21
Happy Streets is back in Chennai! Anna Nagar's 2nd Avenue will be traffic-free this Sunday, Dec 21, from 6am to 8.30am for fitness and fun activities. Check details.
Pune Pedestrian Killed by PMPML Bus in Hadapsar
A 49-year-old woman died after being run over by a PMPML bus near Gadital bus stop in Pune's Hadapsar. The incident highlights severe traffic mismanagement and safety concerns in the area. Read more.
GMDA, MCG Launch Drive to Clear MG Road Encroachments
GMDA and MCG have launched a major enforcement drive on MG Road, Gurgaon, removing illegal encroachments to restore footpaths and cycle tracks. The action aims to make the arterial road safer for pedestrians.
Ambala Cantt Gets Pedestrian Underpass Plan for Safer Commute
Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij announces a new pedestrian underpass in Ambala Cantonment to connect the bus stand and railway station, enhancing safety for lakhs of daily commuters.
Chennai Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Weather Updates
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather forecasts, and key political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the city on December 18, 2025.
Chennai's Royapuram Bus Terminus Built But Remains Non-Operational
Chennai's new Royapuram bus terminus, built to handle 55 buses, lies unused months after completion. Commuters face delays as the ₹30 crore project becomes a parking lot. Read more.
Chennai's Flood Woes Continue Despite Massive Drainage Spend
Heavy rains expose Chennai's persistent flood vulnerability. Experts warn encroachments, lost wetlands, and climate change threaten the city despite a Rs 5,000 crore stormwater drain project. Can integrated planning save it?
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