Chennai Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political News
Stay updated with the latest from Chennai! Get all major civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments for December 30, 2025.
Stay updated with the latest from Chennai! Get all major civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments for December 30, 2025.
Chennai gears up for 2026 with driverless metro trains, AI-powered traffic signals, and integrated mobility apps. Discover how automation is reshaping the city's commute while keeping humans in control.
Plan your New Year's Eve 2026 in Chennai! Discover the hottest parties, live music events, club nights, and family-friendly celebrations across the city. Book your tickets now!
A week post-launch, Bhopal Metro struggles with modest ridership and dangerously incomplete station access. Urgent road restoration needed to ensure safety and boost commuter numbers. Read the full report.
A 29-year-old fisherman fell into the sea off Chennai coast. Separately, an unidentified body was found ashore near Kasimedu harbour. Police are investigating both incidents.
Madhavaram Lake in Chennai will become the city's first restored waterbody to offer jet ski rides and boating from Pongal. The Rs 11.56 crore project aims to create a leisure hub for North Chennai.
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Bengaluru Metro plans a massive expansion to 466 km by 2035, including a crucial airport link and new corridors to tackle traffic. Discover the future of city commuting.
Madhavaram Lake in North Chennai is set to open as a major leisure hub with jet ski and boating facilities after a Rs 4.56 crore restoration. A new attraction for Pongal holidays!
Chennai's historic Victoria Public Hall, restored at a cost of ₹32.62 crore, opens for public viewing today. Free entry via online booking on GCC website. Explore the museum and cultural space.
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 Police deploy 8,000 personnel, barricades, and tech to curb bike racing & drunk driving during Christmas & New Year. Violators face vehicle seizure and fines.
Delhi's metro network expands with 3 new corridors approved by the cabinet. The 16 km addition aims to ease traffic, reduce 33,000 tonnes of carbon emissions yearly, and boost connectivity. Read more.
Union Cabinet approves 3 new Delhi Metro corridors under Phase IV-A, enhancing connectivity to India Gate, Central Secretariat & airport. A Rs 12,014.91 crore project to serve lakhs daily.
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Chennai Metro Rail will replace all static route maps with dynamic LCD screens in Phase-1 trains, showing real-time station info, landmarks, and train speed to aid passengers during crowded commutes.
Greater Chennai Corporation opens 311 contractual posts under CCUHM. Apply offline by Jan 5, 2026. Roles include Medical Officers, Nurses, Technicians & more.
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Delhi Metro Museum opens at Supreme Court station, showcasing India's transport revolution. Discover 6 must-visit rail museums worldwide for travel enthusiasts. Plan your visit now!
Telangana government acquires L&T's stake in Hyderabad Metro Phase-I for Rs 2000 crore, assuming Rs 13,000 crore debt. Can public control bridge the city's old-new divide?
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates first indigenous metro train for Ahmedabad. Titagarh Rail Systems to deliver 10 trains, boosting Make in India and city's public transport.
Chennai's Metro Phase 2 stretch between Porur-Poonamallee and the MRTS Velachery-St Thomas Mount extension are nearing completion. The new links promise faster travel and better citywide integration. Read more.
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.
Bhopal Metro's priority corridor launches, easing traffic & pollution. PM Modi's message read at inauguration. Services begin Dec 21. Details inside.
Bhopal traffic police announce route diversions for Metro Rail inauguration from Subhash Nagar to AIIMS. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to attend. Check alternative routes and contact details.
MPMRCL announces Bhopal Metro will charge full fare from launch day, unlike Indore's free initial period. MD explains the operational rationale behind the decision.
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 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.
Haryana's flagship rail projects, including the Eastern Orbital Rail Corridor, show substantial progress. Over 52% of a major tunnel is complete, and Rs 1,533 crore in land compensation has been disbursed. Read more.
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