Coimbatore Headlines: Major Civic & Traffic Updates
Get the latest from Coimbatore! Key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for January 9, 2026. Stay informed.
Get the latest from Coimbatore! Key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for January 9, 2026. Stay informed.
A 20-year-old man, S Praveen Kumar, was murdered in Coimbatore's Selvapuram in an act of revenge for his alleged role in a 2024 killing. Two suspects arrested. Details inside.
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
Coimbatore police arrested a 56-year-old Sri Lankan national for overstaying his visa and possessing multiple Indian identity documents, including Aadhaar and PAN, obtained fraudulently. Read the full investigation details.
Coimbatore police launch manhunt for gang behind three house burglaries in city and outskirts. Gold jewellery and valuables stolen. Special teams formed for investigation.
Despite strict border vigil, illegal lottery ticket smuggling from Kerala to Coimbatore continues. Police seized tickets worth Rs 14.87 lakh in 2025 and arrested 723 people. Read about the ongoing crackdown.
Coimbatore's Passport Office and Krishnagiri Court Complex received hoax bomb threat emails on Tuesday, prompting massive security responses. Read the full details of the incidents and ongoing investigations.
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
New Coimbatore Police Commissioner launches massive patrol rally with 100 vehicles, focusing on women's safety, road safety, and visible policing. Details inside.
In Coimbatore's Peelamedu, an intoxicated SUV driver performing dangerous stunts was stopped by angry public, leading to his arrest. Read the full details of the shocking incident.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation earmarks 10 key locations for mobile toilets and water tankers to improve public sanitation and water access for residents and visitors.
Get the latest updates from Coimbatore on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news for January 5, 2026.
A truck was completely destroyed after a brake failure caused it to ram an electric pole and catch fire near Karumathampatti, Coimbatore. The driver escaped unhurt. Read the full details.
Odisha's Higher Education Dept mandates at least one functional toilet for girl students in every college, addressing sanitation complaints. A standardized design will ensure timely implementation. #Odisha #Education #Sanitation
Dr N Kannan IPS officially took charge as the new Coimbatore City Police Commissioner on Saturday, bringing his extensive experience to the role. Learn more about his career and the leadership change.
Murder cases in Coimbatore's rural areas surged to 49 in 2025, a 30% rise from 2024. Police solved all cases, arresting 53. Assault cases, however, dropped by 12%. Read the full analysis.
A 57-year-old man was injured after his scooter hit an unidentified animal near Madukkarai forest. Forest officials have installed cameras to monitor wildlife movement. Read the full story.
Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation inaugurates a 10-bed dialysis centre at Seethalakshmi Hospital. Services cost Rs 375 per session, free for govt health card holders. Opens after Jan 19.
Discover why Coimbatore is becoming India's next major tech hub. This article explores the high-return investment potential in the city's booming technology and real estate sectors.
Coimbatore sees a significant drop in serious crimes like murder and assault in 2025, though drug peddling cases rise. Police report higher conviction rates but struggle with burglaries. Read the full analysis.
Election officials inspected Coimbatore's Government College of Technology to set up counting centres for the upcoming assembly election. Get the latest updates on poll preparations.
Coimbatore DVAC registers a corruption case against an additional superintendent of police for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to settle a land cheating case in 2023. Read the full investigation details.
Coimbatore welcomed 2025 with high-energy parties but strict police vigilance. 195 vehicles were seized and 74 drunk driving cases registered, ensuring no major incidents. Read the full report.
Nearly 60 women lawmakers, including PM Sanae Takaichi, petition for more toilets in Japan's male-dominated Diet building. A sign of progress highlighting deep gender inequality.
A 32-year-old woman died at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital days after a C-section. While relatives allege negligence, hospital denies claims citing a rare, complex case. Read the full details.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation installs five mobile toilets at key tourist spots after TOI report highlights crisis. New facilities bring relief during peak season. Read more.
Discover the surprising truth behind snakes appearing in toilet bowls. Learn about the real triggers like flooding and plumbing, and get practical tips to reduce the risk in your home.
Thiruvananthapuram civic body seeks Rs 5 crore for 10 mobile toilet units to address public sanitation shortage and poor hygiene, following a zero cleanliness score in Swachh Survekshan 2023.
Coimbatore town planning officials face allegations of closing a petition by attaching unrelated photos. The mayor promises action. Read the full details of the civic negligence.