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.
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.
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 district collectorate received another hoax bomb threat via email, the 19th such incident in recent months. Police search found nothing suspicious. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin virtually inaugurated a new police station in Neelambur, Coimbatore. The 34th under rural police, it will serve 8 villages with 50 personnel to improve local law enforcement. Read more.
Coimbatore's crucial 2.4km Singanallur flyover project sees its DPR revised for the sixth time, with cost escalating to Rs 170.82 crore. Bidding expected in two months, completion targeted in two years. Read more.
Massive weekend crowds at Coimbatore's new Semmozhi Poonga forced police to use the Gandhipuram flyover for parking, causing major traffic disruptions. Over 24,000 visitors flocked to the park on Sunday.
The 13th Walkaroo Coimbatore Marathon saw massive participation, with funds raised for the Coimbatore Cancer Foundation. Read about the event's success and community impact.
Kerala Water Authority announces a complete water supply shutdown in Kazhakkoottam and partial disruption in Pallithura on Monday. Residents advised to store water in advance.
A man and woman were arrested in Coimbatore for purchasing 29kg of ganja chocolates online. Police say they planned a Goa trip. Read the full details of the NDPS case.
Maharashtra govt to decide action after probe into fatal water tank burst at Avaada's Butibori unit. Minister Ashish Jaiswal stresses workplace safety commitment. Read details.
A massive water storage tank ruptured at Avaada Group's solar plant in Butibori, Nagpur, killing six workers and injuring nine. The incident raises serious safety concerns.
BJP MLA Ram Kadam cuts hair after 5 years, fulfilling vow to solve Ghatkopar West's water scarcity. A new 20.7 million litre tank & pipeline bring relief. Read his emotional journey.
Coimbatore's 24x7 water supply project has reduced wastage from 40% to 16.8% and boosted revenue to ₹44 crore. See how smart meters and changed habits made it happen.
A major water pipeline leak near Zero Mile metro station in Nagpur caused severe waterlogging and traffic disruption. Repair work continues, affecting supply to several areas. Read for details.
A natural gas leak in Vasco's Alto-Dabolim caused alarm after a JCB hit a pipeline. Fire services quickly contained the situation. Read the full details.
Residents of Karumbukadai in Coimbatore urge authorities to clear over 200 encroachments on Saramedu Road, reducing its width from 60 to 20 feet and causing severe traffic issues. Read their plea.
Lakhs in Thane grapple with severe water shortage after a 50% supply cut. Damage to a key pipeline during gas work triggers crisis. Residents rely on costly tankers. Read more.
Coimbatore's commercial real estate is booming with Rs 1,500 crore investment, creating 5,000+ jobs. Discover the new hubs and key drivers transforming the city's economy.
Kochi authorities launch immediate & long-term measures after pipeline bursts disrupt water supply. 60 tankers deployed, new coordination plans & pipeline relocation ordered. Details inside.
Pipe bursts linked to Kochi Metro works disrupt drinking water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & nearby areas. Residents forced to hire private tankers as authorities struggle to fix the issue. Read more.
Back-to-back pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro work disrupt water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & other areas. KWA races to repair, while protests erupt. Details inside.
A newly laid pipeline in Gandhinagar's ambitious 24x7 water supply project burst, flooding roads and raising serious quality concerns. Residents now demand reliable supply.
Consecutive pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro viaduct in Kaloor disrupt drinking water supply to key areas. KWA repair delayed, sparking protests. Details on the crisis and official response inside.
Coimbatore's new Semmozhi Poonga saw over 52,000 visitors in 4 days, leading to severe traffic jams. Officials plan measures to manage crowds and parking. Read more.
A key water pipeline burst near Nahariya Crossing in Lucknow's Alambagh last Wednesday, worsening traffic on the busy route. Officials say repairs will be completed this week. Read more for details and commuter reactions.
Police in Deoghar arrested five men from an inter-state gang planning to steal crude oil from the Paradip-Haldia-Barauni pipeline. Equipment and evidence seized. Read the full story.
GMDA's new 1600mm pipeline connection at Basai will double Sector 51 boosting station's capacity to 300 MLD, reducing reliance on a single feeder. A 48-hour shutdown is planned for the work.
Coimbatore emerges as a top real estate destination in South India, with property values soaring to ₹18,000/sq ft. Driven by IT, defence corridor & infrastructure. Explore the key growth areas.
Chandigarh MC announces road closure at Mauli Jagran from Dec 2 to 12 for TT water pipeline work. Details on the water supply upgrade and traffic diversions here.
BMC cancels 15% water cut in 14 wards to avoid inconvenience for lakhs of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's followers expected in Mumbai on Mahaparinirvan Day. Details here.