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.
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.
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.
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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Greater Chennai Corporation opens 311 contractual posts under CCUHM. Apply offline by Jan 5, 2026. Roles include Medical Officers, Nurses, Technicians & more.
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.
A Ranaghat court has convicted nine individuals for the gang rape and subsequent death of a teenager in Hanskhali. The CBI-led case saw the verdict delivered on Monday. Read the full details.
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A survivor of the 2016 Bulandshahr gang rape, now 23 and studying law, speaks out ahead of sentencing. Her family changed cities 5 times, faced harassment, but found hope in conviction. Read her powerful journey.
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.
A survivor of the 2016 Bulandshahr highway gang rape, now a law student, reveals the family's 8-year struggle for justice and normalcy. Read her powerful story of trauma and resilience.
A 27-year-old physiotherapist in Chennai has been arrested for allegedly drugging and raping a 20-year-old intern. The incident occurred in an apartment near Kolathur. Read the full details.
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.
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.
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 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.
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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.
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?
Chennai enjoys clear skies with a high of 27.5°C, perfect for outdoor plans. While AQI is moderate at 93, sunny winds may improve air quality. Get tips for safe outings.
Chennai DRI seizes 2.75kg gold worth ₹3.71 crore concealed inside dumbbells, arrests two Malaysian nationals. Read the full story of the airport bust.
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FSSAI collects egg samples in Chennai over nitrofuran antibiotic concerns. Demand remains steady as experts advise caution but not to stop consumption. Read the full details.
Greater Chennai Corporation launches a major paid parking project in Anna Nagar with 2,100 bays, 1,300 cameras, and contractor-led towing to decongest roads. Read details.
Greater Chennai Corporation begins strict enforcement of mandatory microchipping for pet dogs with door-to-door checks. Over 60,000 dogs already chipped. Read about the new rules and fines.
A Class 11 student in Rajasthan has been booked for allegedly raping a minor girl and sharing her photos online. The incident occurred in Shivpura police station area. Read for details.
Maharashtra Legislative Council's Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gorhe will visit 'Mathura', the survivor of the landmark 1972 custodial rape case, within a week. Read about the renewed support and the case that changed India's laws.
A 24-year-old man accused of raping a minor girl in Hamirpur was found hanging from a tree. Police are investigating the case as the victim recovers. Read the full details.
The long-awaited Vadaperumbakkam bridge in North Chennai is set to open, easing traffic for Manali and Madhavaram. Read about the project's journey and impact.