Madurai Police Clear 1,100+ Warrants in Major Crackdown
South zone police in Madurai disposed of over 1,100 non-bailable warrants in a week-long operation, apprehending 612 accused and seeing 510 voluntarily appear in court.
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Madurai SSI Arrested for Filming Woman Officer
A special sub inspector in Madurai was arrested after allegedly attempting to video-record a woman police officer using a toilet at a police outpost in Ramanathapuram district.
Madurai Police Seize Gun, Arrest Five in Raid
Tirunelveli city police arrested five individuals and seized a country-made gun with bullets during a vehicle check near Melapalayam. The suspects confessed to illegal arms trade.
BJP Leader H Raja Detained in Madurai Tree Row
Police detained BJP leader H Raja and ten others in Madurai for attempting to access a sacred tree site atop Thiruparankundram hill, sparking tensions over a religious flag.
10 Transgenders Join Tamil Nadu Home Guard in Trichy, Madurai
Tamil Nadu police inducted 10 transgender individuals into home guard services in Trichy and Madurai. They completed 15-day training for traffic and crowd management duties.
BJP Leader H Raja Detained Over Sacred Tree Access in Madurai
Police detained senior BJP leader H Raja and ten others for trying to enter the area around the sacred Kallathi tree on Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai district.
Madurai Headlines: Major Updates You Shouldn't Miss
Stay ahead with the latest from Madurai! Get all major civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments for January 12, 2026. Watch the full video for complete details.
Madurai Aims for Carbon Neutral Industrial Growth
Tamil Nadu prioritizes sustainability in policy. CII Madurai's conference outlines a low-carbon industrial vision for a 30-60km radius hub, focusing on green manufacturing and AI. Read more.
Madurai Police Sets Up Unified Anti-Harassment Panel
Madurai traffic police create a unified Internal Complaints Committee to address workplace safety for all 22 women officers. A proactive step for a secure work environment.
220kg ganja seized in Nagapattinam, one arrested
Nagapattinam police intercept car with 220kg of ganja meant for Sri Lanka, arrest one suspect from Madurai. Read about the dramatic chase and ongoing investigation.
Over 8,300 Madurai Students Take National Merit Scholarship Test
Madurai district witnessed a robust participation of 8,324 Class 8 students in the NMMSS exam. The scholarship aims to support meritorious, economically weaker students. Read more about this key educational initiative.
GRH Madurai daily footfall doubles to 7,000 after 2021
Madurai's Govt Rajaji Hospital witnesses a surge in daily patients to 7,000. Health Minister Ma Subramanian inaugurates new CT scanner & X-ray, highlights Rs 420 crore investment and AIIMS Madurai's 2027 deadline.
Madurai's Avaniyapuram Jallikattu Preparations Finalized
Madurai is ready for the first Jallikattu of the season at Avaniyapuram. Barricades, water, and medical facilities are set. Discover the detailed preparations for this grand traditional event.
Thiruparankundram Temple Files Police Complaint Over Flag
Thiruparankundram temple official lodges police complaint over unauthorised flag hoisting on sacred hill for Sandhanakoodu Festival. Read details on the trespassing incident and court directives.
Frost in Madurai Sends Jasmine Prices Soaring to ₹12,000/kg
Severe frost in Madurai has devastated jasmine crops, causing prices to surge to ₹12,000 per kg. Traders warn of further hikes ahead of Pongal. Read the full report.
Rs 100 Crore for Madurai Road Repairs, Deadline Feb-Mid
Madurai Corporation allocates Rs 100 crore to fix rain and utility-damaged roads. Key areas near Meenakshi Temple & Vaigai river prioritized. Work aims for mid-February completion.
5 Arrested in Tamil Nadu Drug Busts, ₹1 Cr Hashish Oil Seized
Tamil Nadu police arrested five individuals in Madurai, Theni, and Tuticorin, seizing 18kg of ganja and 5 litres of hashish oil worth ₹1 crore. One repeat offender faces Goondas Act.
MK Stalin's car tyre bursts at high speed, CM unhurt
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin's convoy car suffered a tyre puncture at 150 km/h on Dindigul-Madurai highway. The CM was shifted safely and continued his journey. Read the full details of the incident.
Madurai Job Fair on Jan 10 Offers 10,000 Openings
Massive private sector job fair in Madurai on January 10. Over 250 companies offering 10,000 jobs. Register online now and bring your CV. Free entry and skill training.
103 Madurai Street Vendors Allowed Back Near Temple
Madurai Corporation permits 103 evicted street vendors to resume business near Meenakshi Amman Temple. Deputy mayor cites peak season livelihood concerns. Read the full story.
Safety measures cut accidents on Madurai's busy highway
Targeted safety upgrades and police enforcement have reduced accidents by 15% on Madurai's crucial Fatima College-Samayanallur highway. A new alternative road is set for 2026 completion.
New South Zone IG Bidari Prioritizes Law & Order, Crime Control
Newly appointed South Zone IG Vijayendra S Bidari warns of strict action against errant police officers. His focus includes women & child safety, cybercrime, and a drug-free Tamil Nadu. Read his full plan.
Madurai Starts Night Cleaning to Help Sanitation Workers
Madurai Corporation launches a nightly cleaning drive from 10 PM to 4 AM to reduce strain on workers and improve efficiency. Learn how this initiative benefits the city.
Madurai Court Denies Bail in Custodial Death Case
Madurai court dismisses bail for two policemen accused in the 2025 custodial death of temple guard B Ajith Kumar. Judge cites gravity of offence, witness intimidation risk. Read details.
Two minors die in illegal firecracker unit fire near Sattur
Two teenage guest workers from Assam were charred to death in a fire at an illegal firecracker fuse manufacturing unit in Virudhunagar. Police have arrested the owner, a DMK functionary, and a supervisor. Read the full investigation details.
Madurai's poster problem defies fines, weekly clean-ups
Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
Madurai's Unique New Year: Book Sale, Prayers & Police Vigil
Madurai celebrated New Year 2026 with a unique midnight book sale, sacred prayers at major temples, and heavy police deployment. Over 1,500 officers ensured safety as crowds gathered. Discover how tradition met innovation.
Madurai's Poster Menace: Fines Fail to Stop Defacement
Despite weekly clean-ups and fines, Madurai struggles with illegal posters on flyovers and public walls. Officials turn to murals and vertical gardens for a solution. Read more.
Two murders in Madurai: 5 arrested, manhunt launched
Two separate murders in Madurai late Wednesday see swift police action. Five auto drivers arrested for hacking a driver, while search intensifies for killers of a construction worker. Latest updates.
Trichy New Year chaos: 18-year-old dies in bike crash
New Year's Eve in Trichy turned tragic as reckless driving and firecrackers led to chaos. An 18-year-old died in a bike crash on Madurai-Chennai Highway. Police investigate despite warnings. Read the full report.
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