Chennai roads battered post-cyclone, commuters face hardship
Cyclone Ditwah spares Chennai's core from floods but leaves roads damaged and waterlogged. Key stretches like Anna Salai, Arcot Road face severe issues. GCC yet to comment. Read more.
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Chennai Metro Train Stalls, 25 Evacuated in Tunnel
A Chennai Metro train stalled in an underground tunnel due to a rare dual battery failure. 25 passengers were safely evacuated. Read details on the incident and CMRL's response.
Chennai Holiday Declared for Schools Amid Heavy Rains
Chennai District Collector Rashmi Siddharth Zagade declares holiday for city schools and colleges on Wednesday. Tiruvallur district schools also closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
Chennai Headlines: Major Updates for December 2, 2025
Get the latest from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for December 2, 2025. Stay informed with all major updates.
Chennai Metro Train Stops Mid-Tunnel, 20 Rescued
A Chennai Metro train halted inside a tunnel due to a technical fault. All 20 passengers were safely evacuated. Officials are investigating the cause of the glitch. Read more.
Chennai Weather: Rain, 25.7°C Max, Good AQI at 22
Chennai woke to mild, humid weather on Dec 2, 2025, with a high chance of rain & good AQI of 22. Get the detailed forecast & weekly outlook for planning your week.
Cyclone Ditwah: Chennai Under Red Alert, Institutions Shut
Chennai faces a severe cyclone threat as Ditwah approaches. A red alert is issued, leading to widespread closures of schools and colleges. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings and safety measures.
Cyclone Ditwah: Chennai Gets 15.4 cm Rain, North Areas Waterlogged
Cyclone Ditwah's deep depression brings heavy rainfall to Chennai, causing severe waterlogging in north Chennai. Residents stranded, demand immediate drainage. Latest updates.
Chennai Metro Train Halts, Passengers Evacuated
A Chennai Metro train halted abruptly between High Court and Central stations due to a technical issue. Passengers were safely evacuated. Services resumed by 6:20am. Details inside.
Cyclone Ditwah Unleashes Heavy Rain on Chennai
Cyclone Ditwah surprised Chennai with a wet Monday morning, flooding low-lying areas and causing traffic chaos. IMD issues orange and red alerts. Get the latest forecast and rainfall data.
Chennai: Second daylight murder in Mylapore in 10 days
A 20-year-old with a criminal record was brutally murdered near a temple in Mylapore, Chennai. This marks the second such daylight killing in the area within ten days, prompting heightened police patrols.
Sewage Dispute Erupts at Calangute's Baga STP
A dispute over sewage tanker entry at Baga's STP led to a blockade by the Arpora-Nagoa sarpanch. Read about the confrontation and resolution.
Chennai Council Meet Deferred Due to Special Revision Drive
Greater Chennai Corporation postpones its crucial monthly council meeting for November, merging it with December's session. Councillors express disappointment over stalled civic projects. Details inside.
Cyclone Ditwah Floods Chennai Roads and Highways
Cyclone Ditwah brings torrential rain to Chennai, causing severe waterlogging on major roads and highways. Authorities are on high alert. Read for live updates and safety advisories.
Chennai Playground Becomes Illegal Garbage Dump
Moovar Nagar playground in Pozhichalur near Pallavaram has transformed into an illegal dumpyard due to irregular waste collection, causing environmental and health hazards for residents.
Chennai's Cooum River Suffers Daily Waste Dumping
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.
Bhilai's New STP to Provide Pollution-Free Water Sources
Bhilai Municipal Corporation begins construction of 150 MLD sewage treatment plant near Kachandur village. This Rs 145 crore project will clean water bodies and enable water reuse for irrigation.
Chennai Updates: Civic News, Traffic & Weather Alerts
Get the latest Chennai news covering civic developments, traffic updates, weather conditions, and administrative changes. Stay informed about your city's daily happenings.
3 killed in separate Chennai road accidents on Friday
Tragic road accidents in Chennai claim 3 lives including 22-year-old nurse Deepika. One critical. Police investigating all incidents. Stay safe on roads.
Chennai Flyover Work Postponed for Metro Rail Project
Greater Chennai Corporation postpones Velachery flyover work after CMRL request. The projects overlap by 650m. New construction expected to start in January 2024.
Chennai's LB Road Choked by Illegal Parking, Accidents Rise
Chennai's critical LB Road connecting Adyar to Thiruvanmiyur faces severe congestion due to illegal parking, wrong-side driving and inadequate police presence. Multiple accidents reported as residents struggle daily.
Chennai Updates: Civic, Traffic & Weather Alerts
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Chennai Weather: Rainy Day with Poor AQI of 117
Chennai experiences pleasant 28.6°C weather with 86% rain chance. Poor AQI of 117 may improve with rainfall. Get umbrella and mask advice for the week ahead.
Vels Group Opens Rs 25 Cr Sports Academy in Chennai
Vels Group inaugurates state-of-the-art football academy and swimming school in Chennai with Rs 25 crore investment. Legendary athlete P.T. Usha graces the opening ceremony.
Chennai Updates: Civic, Traffic & Political News
Get the latest Chennai news covering civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political updates. Stay informed about your city's important happenings.
Pregnant Mother Jailed for Silence in Child Sexual Assault Case
A 23-year-old pregnant mother in Chennai receives 5-year sentence under POCSO Act for failing to protect her 4-year-old daughter from sexual assault by boyfriend. The child now resides in prison with her.
Chennai Customs Seize 30kg Hydroponic Weed, 3 Arrested
Chennai customs officials bust major drug smuggling operation, seizing 30kg hydroponic weed from Malaysia. Three Indian nationals detained in international airport crackdown.
Worker dies cleaning STP in Powai, contractor critical
A 21-year-old worker died while cleaning a sewage treatment plant in Powai. His uncle and contractor were critically injured during rescue. Mumbai Police filed accidental death report.
Chennai's Heart Traffic Lights Go Viral
Chennai replaces traditional red signals with heart-shaped lights as part of road safety campaign. Discover how this creative initiative is changing driving behavior.
Perumbakkam: Chennai's Infrastructure Crisis Zone
Residents of Perumbakkam, Chennai's resettlement colony, face daily struggles with inadequate infrastructure, poor transportation, and missing basic facilities despite promises of better living.
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