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Truck Gutted in Coimbatore After Brake Failure Crash
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.
N Kannan IPS Takes Over as Coimbatore Police Chief
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.
Coimbatore Rural Murders Up 30%, Police Nab 53 Accused
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.
Man Hurt in Scooter Collision with Animal Near Madukkarai Forest
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 Opens Affordable Dialysis Centre for Underprivileged
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.
MK Stalin Launches DMK's 2026 Election Manifesto Portal
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launched DMK's public portal for 2026 election manifesto suggestions. The AI-powered platform seeks citizen inputs as opposition parties trade barbs. Read more.
High-ROI Tech Investment Opportunity Emerges in Coimbatore
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 Crime Rate Falls, Drug Cases Increase in 2025
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.
Coimbatore's GCT to Host Election Counting Centres
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.
DVAC Case Against Coimbatore Police Officer for Rs 4.40 Lakh Bribe
Coimbatore DVAC registers a corruption case against an additional superintendent of police for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to settle a land cheating case in 2023. Read the full investigation details.
Woman constable stripped in Chhattisgarh protest, 2 arrested
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
Coimbatore's Peaceful New Year: 195 Vehicles Seized by Police
Coimbatore welcomed 2025 with high-energy parties but strict police vigilance. 195 vehicles were seized and 74 drunk driving cases registered, ensuring no major incidents. Read the full report.
Woman dies post C-section in Coimbatore, kin allege negligence
A 32-year-old woman died at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital days after a C-section. While relatives allege negligence, hospital denies claims citing a rare, complex case. Read the full details.
DMK allies urge Rahul Gandhi to rein in Congress functionary
Allies in Tamil Nadu's DMK-led coalition demand Rahul Gandhi intervene against Congress's Praveen Chakravarthy, accusing him of disrupting the INDIA bloc alliance and aiding BJP narratives.
BJP Leaders Vow to Defeat DMK in Tamil Nadu Assembly Election
BJP Tamil Nadu chief Nainar Nagenthran pledges joint effort with K Annamalai to oust DMK govt. He cites NDA's Coimbatore sweep in 2021 and slams DMK's Tamil promotion claims. Read the full story.
DVK Chief Protests Caste Discrimination in Tamil Nadu
DVK president Kolathur Mani led a protest of 500 people in Coimbatore, alleging a resurgence of untouchability practices. He demanded legal action against officials for inaction on caste discrimination petitions.
Coimbatore civic body accused of faking encroachment removal
Coimbatore town planning officials face allegations of closing a petition by attaching unrelated photos. The mayor promises action. Read the full details of the civic negligence.
IndiGo starts Coimbatore-Navi Mumbai direct flights Dec 29
IndiGo announces new direct flight service between Coimbatore and Navi Mumbai starting December 29. Get details on flight timings and the planned Colombo route for 2026.
BJP functionary, 8 others arrested for assault in Coimbatore
Coimbatore police arrest BJP youth wing secretary and eight others for allegedly assaulting event management staff with sickles and bottles. Details on the case and judicial custody.
21st Hoax Bomb Threat Hits Coimbatore Collector
Coimbatore district collectorate targeted by yet another hoax bomb threat email, the 21st such incident. Police conduct search, declare it a hoax. Cybercrime unit investigates.
Black leopard cub dies in Coimbatore forest
A rare black leopard cub rescued in Coimbatore's Marudhamalai foothills has died from a suspected lung infection. Forest officials detail the rescue and failed reunion attempt. Read the full story.
Coimbatore streets flooded after major pipeline bursts
A major feeder pipeline burst in Coimbatore's Saravanampatti, flooding streets with drinking water. Officials aim to repair the damaged Pillur scheme II line by Friday evening. Read for details and impact on North zone supply.
Elderly woman dies at DMK protest in Coimbatore
An 80-year-old woman collapsed and died during a DMK-led protest in Annur against the Union government's VB-GRamG Bill. Details on the incident and police case.
Tamil Nadu Protests Against MGNREGA Renaming to VB-G RAM G
DMK, Congress, CPM, CPI, VCK, and MDMK members protested across Tamil Nadu, condemning the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA with VB-G RAM G, calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy and rural welfare. Read more.
Forest staff rescue black leopard cub in Coimbatore
Forest field staff in Coimbatore rescued an abandoned black leopard cub near Maruthamalai. Officials aim to reunite the healthy cub with its mother in the nearby reserve forest. Read more.
DMK, allies protest VBGRAMG; elderly woman dies in Coimbatore
DMK and allies protest across Tamil Nadu against MGNREGS replacement by VBGRAMG. CM Stalin, Vaiko, Thirumavalavan lead charge. An 80-year-old protester dies in Coimbatore. Read the full story.
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.
Coimbatore 24x7 water project: Crucial feeder line work begins
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.
Coimbatore Nurses Protest for 6th Day, Demand Regular Jobs
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.
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