Coimbatore Headlines: Major Updates for December 24
Get the latest civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments from Coimbatore on December 24, 2025. Stay informed with the biggest local news.
Get the latest civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments from Coimbatore on December 24, 2025. Stay informed with the biggest local news.
Work on the vital main feeder line for Coimbatore's 24x7 drinking water project has started at Sungam Junction. The night work aims to connect 15,000 homes and will finish by Friday. Read more.
145 nurses at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital continue their sit-in for the sixth day, condemning arrests in Chengalpattu and demanding job regularisation as per DMK's poll promise. Read more.
Coimbatore police incinerated a massive 2,191 kg of seized ganja at a bio-waste facility. The drugs were confiscated in 1,317 NDPS cases across four districts. Read the full report on this significant crackdown.
Residents of Periyar Nagar in Coimbatore have petitioned the mayor over dilapidated roads, lack of stormwater drains, and dust pollution after two decades of neglect. Will the corporation find funds?
Members of VHP and Bajrang Dal staged a protest at the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi, condemning the lynching of a Hindu man. Police intervened as tensions rose. Read the full report.
Coimbatore district collectorate received another hoax bomb threat via email, the 19th such incident in recent months. Police search found nothing suspicious. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin virtually inaugurated a new police station in Neelambur, Coimbatore. The 34th under rural police, it will serve 8 villages with 50 personnel to improve local law enforcement. Read more.
Coimbatore's crucial 2.4km Singanallur flyover project sees its DPR revised for the sixth time, with cost escalating to Rs 170.82 crore. Bidding expected in two months, completion targeted in two years. Read more.
Opposition INDIA bloc announces nationwide protests against Vande Bharat Act and Ram G Act. AAP, Congress leaders to lead demonstrations. Get the latest updates.
Saravanampatti police arrest second accused in the murder of a woman who pledged fake gold ornaments. Get the full details of the Coimbatore crime case here.
Massive weekend crowds at Coimbatore's new Semmozhi Poonga forced police to use the Gandhipuram flyover for parking, causing major traffic disruptions. Over 24,000 visitors flocked to the park on Sunday.
The 13th Walkaroo Coimbatore Marathon saw massive participation, with funds raised for the Coimbatore Cancer Foundation. Read about the event's success and community impact.
A man and woman were arrested in Coimbatore for purchasing 29kg of ganja chocolates online. Police say they planned a Goa trip. Read the full details of the NDPS case.
A Coimbatore widow was allegedly conned by a married man she met online. He promised marriage, took ₹10 lakh & gold, then vanished. Police complaint filed. Read the shocking details.
Nurses at Trichy's MGMGH staged a major protest, highlighting critical staff shortages and demanding the regularisation of contract staff as per election promises. Read their full list of demands.
Over 1,500 contract nurses in Tamil Nadu continue their protest, demanding permanent government jobs and better pay. The strike enters a critical phase as talks with the health department stall.
Tamil Nadu government faces pressure from multiple employee unions demanding pension restoration and job security. A ministerial panel is set for talks as protests escalate. Read more.
Despite spending Rs 415 crore on relaying 5,215 roads, Coimbatore's key stretches like Vilankurichi-Thaneerpandal and Nallampalayam-Sanganoor are in shambles, causing accidents and dust pollution. Residents demand urgent action.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin will virtually inaugurate the new Neelambur police station in Coimbatore district on December 22. This 34th station for rural police aims to improve law and order in rapidly growing areas.
Hyderabad's NIMS nurses temporarily halt intensified agitation after Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha promises to address their demands within days. Read the full story.
Hyderabad's NIMS nurses defer strike after health minister promises to address demands within days. Nurses to continue silent protest until written orders are issued.
Residents of Karumbukadai in Coimbatore urge authorities to clear over 200 encroachments on Saramedu Road, reducing its width from 60 to 20 feet and causing severe traffic issues. Read their plea.
Over 100 lawyers in Coimbatore staged a silent protest against the new e-filing system, citing server crashes and lack of training. Read about their demands.
Coimbatore's commercial real estate is booming with Rs 1,500 crore investment, creating 5,000+ jobs. Discover the new hubs and key drivers transforming the city's economy.
Cab drivers in Bengaluru blocked a key toll plaza protesting new airport pick-up rules requiring a Rs 150 fee. The protest caused major traffic disruptions. Read the full story.
Six guest workers, including a minor, from Bihar arrested for murdering a 23-year-old co-worker in Coimbatore. Details on the drunken brawl and police action inside.
Coimbatore civic body removes illegal workshops and structures from 28 cents of OSR land in Periyar Nagar, reclaiming property worth Rs 11 crore. Officials faced resistance during the anti-encroachment drive.
Coimbatore's new Semmozhi Poonga saw over 52,000 visitors in 4 days, leading to severe traffic jams. Officials plan measures to manage crowds and parking. Read more.
Coimbatore district collectorate received its 16th bomb threat email in recent months. Police and bomb squads conducted a search, found nothing suspicious. Read the full details.