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LPG shortage alters breakfast menu at Amma Unavagams in Coimbatore

Of the 10 Amma Unavagams run by the Corporation, some have reportedly withdrawn idli from breakfast menu whereas some others have reduced its numbers

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 6:35 pm

Bomb threat email to Bengaluru airport turns out to be hoax; case registered

The sender of the email, reportedly written in Tamil, claimed to be part of a group from Coimbatore wanting to take revenge against the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government for betraying them.

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 5:58 pm

Not a single vote should be diverted to TVK: AIADMK woos Ajith fans in Coimbatore ahead of TN assembly election

Former minister and senior AIADMK leader S P Velumani held an interactive session with a group of Ajith fans during a campaign at Selvapuram.

The Times of India 8 Apr 2026 5:38 pm

Tamil Nadu electorate grows by 6.35 lakh since February 23; scrutiny of nominations begins

Chennai,Chengalpattu,Coimbatore,Tiruvallur, andTiruppurare the top five districts that recorded an increase in the number of electors

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 12:29 am

Special Train Services Launched for Summer Travel

Mumbai, April 7: In light of the increased passenger traffic during the summer holidays, the Indian Railways is set to operate two special train services for the convenience of travelers. One of these services, the Coimbatore-Jaipur-Coimbatore Weekly Express Special, will pass through Chittorgarh. According to Amit Sudarshan, the Chief Public Relations Officer of the North ... Read more Special Train Services Launched for Summer Travel

Udaipur Kiran 7 Apr 2026 8:21 pm

NDA Confident of Securing Majority in Tamil Nadu: G. Kishan Reddy

Coimbatore, April 6: Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy expressed confidence on Monday that the NDA will secure a full majority in the upcoming assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. Speaking in Coimbatore, he stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami, the NDA is set to ... Read more NDA Confident of Securing Majority in Tamil Nadu: G. Kishan Reddy

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 11:44 pm

Rajasthan Chief Minister Criticizes Tamil Nadu Government for Corruption and Favoritism

Coimbatore, April 6: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma launched a strong critique of the Tamil Nadu government during an event in Coimbatore on Monday. He accused the current administration of engaging in corruption and politics of favoritism. Sharma noted that a similar attitude was observed during the previous Congress government in Rajasthan. He emphasized the ... Read more Rajasthan Chief Minister Criticizes Tamil Nadu Government for Corruption and Favoritism

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 9:38 pm

Rain Alert Issued for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry: Forecast of Showers in Nilgiri and Coimbatore Districts

Chennai, April 5: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting light to moderate rain with thunderstorms in parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry over the next few days. There is also a possibility of isolated heavy rainfall in hilly areas, including Coimbatore, Nilgiri, Erode, and Theni districts. According to the weather department, ... Read more Rain Alert Issued for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry: Forecast of Showers in Nilgiri and Coimbatore Districts

Morningstar 5 Apr 2026 10:20 am

Two men die while climbing Velliangiri Hills in Coimbatore

The deceased have been identified as M Saravanan, a cab driver from St Thomas Mount in Chennai, and S Seenivasan, 47, of Pamban Road in Madurai.

The Times of India 4 Apr 2026 5:51 pm

The hub of export-oriented textile units and bus building facilities set to witness high-stakes electoral battle

On the flip side, Karur district is no different from Tiruppur, Erode,and Coimbatore when it comes to the degradation of environment due to industrialisation and urbanisation; drinking water scarcity has been constant complaint of the people against the successive governments

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 10:25 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: BJP releases list of 27 candidates

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced 27 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Union minister L Murugan will contest from Avanashi. Former Telangana governor Tamilisai Soundararajan is fielded from Mylapore. Vanathi Srinivasan will run from Coimbatore North. Polling for the 234-member assembly is scheduled for April 23. The party has named other key candidates for various seats.

The Economic Times 3 Apr 2026 2:22 pm

T.N. Assembly election: Stalin challenges Prime Minister Modi to repeat Bihar poll jibe during T.N. campaign

Asserting that Tamil Nadu has been a haven of peace for people of diverse cultures, the Chief Minister hits out at Mr. Modi for alleging ill-treatment of workers from Bihar in Tamil Nadu. He also criticises the Central government for its denial of Metro Rail projects for Coimbatore and Madurai

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 12:55 am

Seeman criticises State governments welfare schemes, fiscal policies

Canvassing votes for NTK candidates in Coimbatore, he alleges freebies are offset by increased taxes

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 1:01 am

Coimbatores Kasthuri Sreenivasan art gallery recently hosted an all-women art show

The art exhibition featured art works by 29 artists done in mediums ranging from oil-on-canvas to watercolour and acrylic

The Hindu 1 Apr 2026 3:24 pm

Assembly Election LIVE: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to campaign in Coimbatore

The BJP released its manifesto for Assam, promising to work towards implementing UCC, protecting the land, heritage, and dignity of indigenous people, and pushing its development agenda

The Hindu 1 Apr 2026 9:02 am

Coimbatore reels under sweltering heat

The Hindu 31 Mar 2026 7:05 pm

WWF-India observes Earth Hour in Coimbatore

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 5:35 pm

Coimbatores VKK Menon Road gets pedestrian-friendly makeover

VKK Menon Road in the city now features soothing patterns along a stretch near two Government schools, making it safer and more pedestrian-friendly for children

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 1:14 pm

Police Investigates Bus with Pro-Dawood Ibrahim Slogans in Coimbatore

Coimbatore, March 30: Coimbatore police have launched an investigation following the seizure of a private bus in Karnatakas Chikkamagaluru district. The bus allegedly displayed slogans that appear to glorify fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim. The bus departed from Coimbatore with over 40 engineering students on board. It was returning from Dandeli in Karnatakas Uttara Kannada district ... Read more Police Investigates Bus with Pro-Dawood Ibrahim Slogans in Coimbatore

Morningstar 30 Mar 2026 4:11 am

Stalin to embark on first phase of poll campaign from Tiruvarur on Mar 31

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin begins his election campaign on March 31 from Tiruvarur. He will seek votes for DMK and alliance candidates across several constituencies. The campaign spans from March 31 to April 2, covering areas like Tiruvarur, Tiruchirappalli, Karur, Erode, and Coimbatore. Elections for the 234 Assembly seats are scheduled for April 23.

The Economic Times 29 Mar 2026 2:09 pm

BJP Gets Few Winnable Seats Despite Double-Digit Vote Share In LS Polls

As per the 2024 Lok Sabha statistics, the BJP occupied the second position in seven seats in Coimbatore

Deccan Chronicle 29 Mar 2026 1:55 am

DMK fields Senthil Balaji in Coimbatore South hoping to silence factions and win seats

DMK is fielding Senthil Balaji in Coimbatore South with a hope to silence factions which worked against the partys prospects in Coimbatore district in previous elections.

The Times of India 28 Mar 2026 10:07 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: DMK announces candidates for 164 constituencies

Notably, former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam is set to contest from Bodinayakanur, while V. Senthilbalaji has shifted from Karur to Coimbatore South

The Hindu 28 Mar 2026 5:40 pm

Tamil Nadu elections: BJP firms up candidate list, amps up campaign plans

BJP cadres in Coimbatore protested the AIADMK's decision to not allot the Kinathukadavu constituency to them, despite expectations of a strong performance. While the party is finalizing candidate lists for various seats, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Chennai and Puducherry on April 3, with a brief stop in Coimbatore.

The Times of India 27 Mar 2026 2:04 pm

BJP gets only one seat each in Chennai & Kovai; 27 across Tamil Nadu

AIADMK has allocated 27 seats to BJP, limiting its presence in Coimbatore and Chennai to one seat each. Key constituencies like Tirunelveli were not allotted, with Sattur being the replacement. BJP secured only two of its 2021 winning seats, facing direct contests with Congress in some strongholds.

The Times of India 26 Mar 2026 6:42 am

On Camera, Speeding Car Rams Man And Daughter On Scooter In Coimbatore

The man and his daughter, who were not wearing helmets, were thrown onto the road by the impact.

NDTV 25 Mar 2026 6:49 pm

CPI Denies DMK Pressure Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

Coimbatore, March 23: R. Mutharasan, a leader of the Communist Party of India (CPI), firmly rejected claims on Sunday that his party has reduced its seat demands in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections due to pressure from its ally, the DMK. Speaking to reporters in Coimbatore, the former state secretary of CPI emphasized that ... Read more CPI Denies DMK Pressure Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

Morningstar 23 Mar 2026 12:36 am

Watch: Inside Tamil Nadus first Wildlife Transit & Treatment Centre

Tamil Nadus first Wildlife Transit and Treatment Centre has become operational at Pethikuttai in the Sirumugai forest range near Coimbatore. Built at 19.5 crore across 21 acres, the facility includes modern treatment units, quarantine zones and animal enclosures. It will focus on the treatment and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wild animals, before releasing them back into the wild.

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 12:33 pm