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Candidates election expenditure accounts to be verified on May 29 in Coimbatore

The Election Commission had fixed the maximum expenditure limit at 40 lakh for each candidate

The Hindu 13 May 2026 8:08 pm

Coimbatore Corporation warns of action against encroachments on OSR land

Coimbatore has around 2,350 OSR sites covering over 1,000 acres; nearly 60% of these land parcels are either encroached upon or lying vacant and neglected

The Hindu 13 May 2026 6:28 pm

Japanese cuisine in Coimbatore

The Hindu 13 May 2026 5:55 pm

Passengers waiting for early re-introduction of overnight train from Rameswaram to connect Coimbatore

It should be run via Palani-Pollachi section, the shortest route, says an advocate

The Hindu 12 May 2026 8:34 pm

Hong Kongs Crown Worldwide plans to double India investments in two years

Crown Worldwide Group is set to invest an additional $30 million in India over the next two years. This expansion includes a new integrated storage and information management facility in Coimbatore. The company aims to double its capacity in one of its fastest-growing global markets. This move will support rising demand for secure storage and digitisation solutions in India.

The Economic Times 12 May 2026 3:02 pm

Interim expansion works under way at Coimbatore airport

The works taken up at a cost of 13 crore aim to expand the existing domestic security hold area by 920 sqm to support the passenger traffic

The Hindu 11 May 2026 9:00 pm

AIADMK heading for a split under Coimbatore strongman SP Velumani in the helm

A section of MLAs and senior leaders is reportedly considering extending support to the newly elected Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government

The Hindu Businessline 11 May 2026 6:53 pm

Hong Kong-based Crown Worldwide Group launches new facility in Coimbatore

The facility will also support Crown Relocations and Crown Workspace, including its renewing centre, which focuses on refurbishing and reusing workplace assets

The Hindu Businessline 11 May 2026 4:35 pm

Coimbatore industry welcomes ECLGS scheme

The Hindu 10 May 2026 10:11 pm

Shops remain vacant months after Ukkadam bus terminal I inauguration in Coimbatore

Ten commercial shops and two restaurant spaces there remain unoccupied; corporation official says tenders for allotting shop spaces were floated a month ago, but no bidders came forward

The Hindu 9 May 2026 7:00 pm

Barrage maintenance near Pilloor III headworks may affect Coimbatores water supply

The Coimbatore Corporation has arranged to draw additional water from the Pilloor II scheme to maintain drinking water supply in the city and minimise disruptions during the maintenance period

The Hindu 8 May 2026 8:09 pm

Workez strengthens its South India footprint; Expands portfolio to approximately 1.7 million sq.ft. with growth across Chennai, Kochi, and Coimbatore

Work Easy Space Solutions Private Limited (WorkEZ) has expanded its managed workspace portfolio to 1.7 million sq. ft. across South India. This growth is driven by strategic additions in Chennai and Kochi, and a significant new development in Coimbatore, reflecting the company's focus on high-growth commercial markets.

The Economic Times 8 May 2026 5:56 pm

8 posh residential areas in Coimbatore for property investment

Coimbatore has established itself as a promising real estate location due to its booming industries, IT growth, and infrastructure development. High-end residential locations within Coimbatore include luxury, connectivity, and good return on investment.

The Times of India 8 May 2026 10:00 am

All India Russian Education Fair 2026 Opens in Chennai; 10,000 MBBS Seats are on Offer for Indian Students

Russia is the only foreign country in the world that fully complies with the National Medical Commission - Indias latest norms set for medical education overseas.The All-India Russian Education Fair for the academic year 2026-2027 will take place on 9 th and 10 th May at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Chennai, 10 am to 5 pm. Featuring the direct participation of as many as seven leading higher educational institutions, all belonging to the Russian government, the fair offers as many as 10,000 MBBS seats for the Indian students. The rise in the number of seats reflects the growing demand for medical education in Russia, the only foreign country at present to fully comply with the National Medical Commission of Indias latest norms set for medical education overseas. (L-R): Mr. Ravi Chandran. C, Mr. Valerii Khodzhaev, Mr. Alexander Dodonov, Dr. Berezhanskiy Pavel Viacheslavovich Spot admissions for MBBS and other programs can be made at the fair, which is scheduled to take place also in many locations in Tamil Nadu. It will be held between 10 am and 5 pm in Madurai on May 12 at Hotel Royal Court; Trichy on May 13 at Hotel Femina; Salem on May 14 at GRT Hotel Zibe; and Coimbatore on May 15 at The Grand Regent Hotel. There is no entry fee for the fair. For details about the programs and fair, students can call: 9282 221 221. The MBBS courses in Russia are designed to provide students with a strong foundation in theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. As the courses are highly-subsidised by the government, they are also the most affordable, with the total fee, starting from as low as Rs. 3.5 lakh per annum. Indian students who have cleared National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and who have a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant core subjects/degrees (in the case of SC/ST and OBC students, the minimum marks is only 40%), can apply for MBBS courses in Russia. Tamil medium students can also apply. There are no pre-qualifying exams like CET, IELTS, etc. for admissions to universities in Russia. The education fair 2026 also features the participation of science, technology, and engineering education institutions that offer programs in emerging and cutting-edge domains such as bio-technology, artificial intelligence, and data science. The universities participating in the Education Fair include: Volgograd State Medical University, Volgograd; National Research Nuclear University MEPhI, Moscow; Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, Kaliningrad; Kazan State Medical University, Kazan; North Caucasus Federal University, Stavropol; Moscow Aviation Institute, Moscow; and Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow. Managing Director, Study Abroad Educational Consultants, the authorised Indian representative for Russian Universities. In his address, Mr. Valerii Khodzhaev said, Russian universities have a long-standing reputation of providing high-quality medical education in the world. Students from India have been admitted to Russian universities for the last 60 years. Russia continues to be the top choice for Indian students seeking medical education abroad, as Russian universities proactively adhere to the changing norms and guidelines of Indias National Medical Commission (NMC) to ensure that their MBBS programs are well recognised in India. Every year thousands of Indian students step into Russia to get prestigious, globally recognised and affordable education. With a comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, and advanced facilities, Russian universities offer a robust learning environment for Indian students pursuing medical education in the country . Talking about scholarship programs, Mr. Alexander Dodonov said, As in the past, the Russian Government's annual 100% scholarship programs will award grants to more than 200 Indian students this year as well. This will enable them to pursue Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, and Postgraduate Programs in Russia's leading universities free of cost. The cost of higher education is relatively cheaper because it is highly subsidised by the Government of the Russian Federation. Our universities also provide assistance as many have special adaptation programs and support systems for Indian students. Mr. Ravi Chandran commented that, There are more than 300,000 international students from 200 different countries enrolled in the 600-odd government universities across Russia. By and large, medicine is the most popular area of study among Indian students who choose to pursue their higher education in Russia. Currently, there are about 25,000 Indian students studying medicine in about 30 Russian universities that offer M.D, a degree equivalent to MBBS in India. All the Russian universities adhere to NMC guidelines - including the latest one issued by it in November, 2021 relating to the duration of the MBB program and internship, curriculum, medium of instruction (English), among others. The institutions have made sure that the safety of Indian students and their education are not impacted by the external geopolitical situations . Moreover eight weeks of intense training offered every year by Academy for Foreign Medical Graduates, Delhi, from second year of study to final year is a promising feature that guarantees increase in pass percentage of students , he added. For more details and spot admissions students can attend All India Russian Education Fair 2026. They can furnish valid credentials supporting their eligibility to pursue Bachelors / Post-graduate degree programs for 2026-27 academic year, scheduled to start from September, 2026.

News Voir 7 May 2026 1:53 pm

How independent candidates fared in Coimbatore district

T.R. Shanmugasundaram, who was allegedly denied a ticket by the DMK in Mettupalayam, got the highest number of votes polled by an independent candidate; his entry into fray split the DMK votes in the constituency, leading to the party losing a potentially winnable seat to the newcomer TVK

The Hindu 6 May 2026 7:39 pm

Delay in removing posters from schools after polling in Coimbatore

At each polling station, posters displaying details of candidates, their symbols and their position on the voting machine had been pasted near the entrance

The Hindu 6 May 2026 6:13 pm

New-age campaign helps TVK win six seats in Coimbatore district

The partys campaign strategy and the election result have stunned the rivals as its founder C. Joseph Vijay did not even conduct a road show or public meeting in Coimbatore district

The Hindu 5 May 2026 8:30 pm

TVK has secured massive victory in its debut election without distributing cash to voters: Sengottaiyan

Speaking to reporters at Coimbatore International Airport, Sengottaiyan attributed the partys success to the immense love and support shown by the people of Tamil Nadu to TVK leader Vijay. He said the foundation of any growing movement lies in sacrifice.

The Times of India 5 May 2026 6:48 pm

DMKs V Senthil Balaji clinches narrow victory in Coimbatore South

The TVK provided a formidable challenge, with its candidate V Senthilkumar nearly pulling off an upset by securing a massive 57,176 votes.

The Times of India 4 May 2026 4:39 pm

TVKS Vignesh leads in Kinathukadavu after second round of counting

According to the official data released at the end of round 1, Vignesh is leading, marking a strong debut for actor-turned-politician Vijay's party in the Coimbatore district.

The Times of India 4 May 2026 9:30 am

Man found dead inVelliangiriHills inCoimbatoredistrict

The Forest Department suspects the deceased trekked the hills alone as no one has approached the staff with complaints of a missing pilgrim

The Hindu 4 May 2026 12:50 am

Found near Tamil Nadu's Kovai: 'Pit houses' that stored grain, protected people 3,500 years ago

Excavations near Coimbatore have unveiled fascinating 'pit houses' from the Neolithic era, approximately 3,500 years old. These ancient dwellings, accompanied by grinding stones and the remains of infants, are believed to have been integral to an agro-pastoral society. The findings point to a lifestyle involving millet cultivation, livestock rearing, and hunting, with shell artifacts hinting at vibrant coastal trade networks.

The Times of India 3 May 2026 9:15 am

Tender coconut price shoots up in cultivation regions as wholesale traders adopt new system

Tender coconut sellers are now buying it from Tiruchi market which receives stocks from Pollachi and Coimbatore areas with prices ranging between 80 and 100

The Hindu 2 May 2026 5:40 pm

Coimbatore school to host national conference on AI in education

VidyaVanamSr. Sec. School inAnaikattiis set to host its sixth national conference on May 29 and 30

The Hindu 2 May 2026 10:50 am

IMD predicts moderate to heavy rain across Western Ghats, South TN

The IMD has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall across parts of Tamil Nadu, especially in Western Ghats districts and southern coastal regions, due to a low-pressure trough. Heavy showers are expected in Nilgiris and Coimbatore, with several other districts likely to see rain over the coming days

Mid Day 30 Apr 2026 12:18 pm

Watch: Why Tamil Nadus urban problems remain unsolved | Focus Tamil Nadu

Urban problems in Tamil Nadu are not due to a lack of data or awarenessbut a failure in how systems are managed. Based on the Pericene Tamil Nadu report by IIT Madras, this video explains how fragmented governance, overlapping authorities, and disconnected decisions are driving water stress, flooding, and infrastructure challenges in peri-urban areas of Coimbatore and Madurai.

The Hindu 29 Apr 2026 7:23 pm

Places around GCT Coimbatore declared red zones; ban on flying drone

Electronic voting machines and VVPAT units used in the April 23 polling for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election are kept in strong rooms on the campus

The Hindu 29 Apr 2026 6:01 pm

Athulya Senior Care Inks Landmark MoU with SingHealth to Advance Senior Care, Training, and Research Collaboration

Athulya Senior Care , Indias largest assisted living provider, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SingHealth, Singapores largest public healthcare cluster, to explore collaboration across medical services, professional training, research, and knowledge exchange. Ms. J. Krishna Kavya Founder - Director, Athulya Senior Care with Ms. Vijaya Rao, Director, International Collaboration Office, SingHealth SingHealth brings together an extensive network of institutions spanning acute hospitals, specialist centres, polyclinics, and community hospitals. These include Singapore General Hospital, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Changi General Hospital, and Sengkang General Hospital, alongside national specialty centres, the National Cancer Centre Singapore, National Dental Centre Singapore, National Heart Centre Singapore, National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore National Eye Centre, and National Skin Centre, as well as SingHealth Polyclinics and SingHealth Community Hospitals. The MoU partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing the quality and accessibility of senior care amid growing demand driven by ageing populations. Bringing together Athulya's expertise in senior living and continuum care with SingHealth's internationally recognised clinical and academic capabilities, the partnership aims to strengthen care delivery and build institutional capacity across both organisations. Under the MoU, both organisations will explore structured training programmes for doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals, aiming to train capable professionals annually, focused on strengthening clinical competencies and caregiving standards. The collaboration will also facilitate the exchange of scientific, academic, and technical information, including relevant materials protected by intellectual property rights in accordance with agreed protocols, while enabling the identification of opportunities for joint research and development, co-authored publications, and participation in academic and scientific forums such as seminars and conferences. In addition, the partnership will support the organisation of and participation in medical conferences, courses, workshops, exhibitions, and other forums of mutual interest, with plans to conduct joint programmes annually. It will further promote the operation of joint medical training and education programmes to raise competency levels. It will also enable the exchange of information relating to medicine, subject to confidentiality obligations, and promote ongoing engagement between the two organisations through knowledge-sharing platforms and regular interactions, including periodic bilateral meetings to review progress and expand areas of cooperation. Speaking on the collaboration, Mr. Srinivasan G, CEO & Founder, Athulya Senior Care, said, This collaboration with SingHealth represents an important milestone in our journey to enhance senior care in India. By integrating Athulyas care delivery experience with SingHealths clinical expertise, we aim to further strengthen our capabilities across medical services, training, and research. This partnership will support the adoption of global best practices while contributing to the development of a more robust and responsive senior care ecosystem . Ms. Vijaya Rao, Director, International Collaboration Office, SingHealth , said, We are pleased to collaborate with Athulya Senior Care in exploring opportunities to advance medical services, education, and research. This partnership underscores our commitment to international collaboration and knowledge exchange. Through this engagement, we look forward to supporting capability building, sharing clinical expertise, and contributing to improved care outcomes, particularly in the area of senior and community care . Adding to this, Mr. London Lucien Ooi, Group Director, International Collaboration Office, SingHealth, said, This collaboration reflects SingHealths ongoing commitment to building meaningful international partnerships that drive the exchange of knowledge, clinical expertise, and best practices. By working closely with Athulya Senior Care, we see strong potential to support capability development in senior care, while fostering shared learning and innovation across healthcare systems. The collaboration is expected to lay the foundation for sustained engagement between the two organisations, with a focus on improving care standards, advancing professional development, and enabling research-led innovation in senior care. About Athulya Senior Care Athulya Senior Care, Indias Largest Assisted Living Provider, headquartered in Chennai, India, with 1,500+ beds across 12+ locations in five cities Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Coimbatore, has proudly served over 45,000+ seniors. Athulya delivers a comprehensive senior care ecosystem encompassing Assisted Living, Mind & Memory Care, Transition Care, Rehabilitation, and Palliative Care. Designed to meet international safety & quality standards, Athulya is transforming eldercare in India by prioritizing dignity, comfort, and compassionate support. www.athulyaseniorcare.com .

News Voir 28 Apr 2026 3:13 pm

Surya Kutty from Coimbatore crowned Miss Koovagam at annual Koothandavar festival in Villupuram

The beauty pageant is one of the main attractions ofthe festival celebrating transgender people, which culminates with the crowning of Miss Koovagam

The Hindu 28 Apr 2026 1:15 pm

New UG, PG courses remain elusive for Government Arts and Science College for Women in Coimbatore

Absence of PG programmes hinders plans of students, mostly from socially and economically disadvantaged families, to continue studies in the college without break

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 7:52 pm

Cauvery riverfront project at Karungalpalayam awaits government nod after Assembly poll results

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, during his visit to Pollachi in Coimbatore district on March 13, 2024, announced nine new projects for the district. One of them envisages developing the riverfront and establishing effluent treatment facilities to prevent the discharge of sewage into the river

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 4:36 pm

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Cash and liquor worth 27.31 lakh seized in 24-hour drive in Coimbatore

No seizures were reported in Kavundampalayam, Coimbatore North, Thondamuthur, Singanallur, Kinathukkadavu and Pollachi constituencies.

The Hindu 27 Apr 2026 2:01 pm

IMD Warning : Heavy Rain Alert for Western Tamil Nadu Till May 2

Chennai, April 27 (Udaipur Kiran): The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a forecast of heavy rainfall in parts of western Tamil Nadu, including Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and Erode, starting Friday, with conditions likely to persist for at least three days. According to the weather bulletin, a low-pressure system prevailing over Tamil Nadu and adjoining regions is ... Read more IMD Warning : Heavy Rain Alert for Western Tamil Nadu Till May 2

Udaipur Kiran 27 Apr 2026 10:17 am

Impact of Middle East Crisis: Coconut Exports from Pollachi Halted Due to Shipping Disruptions

Coimbatore, April 27: The ongoing tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in maritime routes have severely affected the export of raw coconuts from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. For the past two months, shipments to major international markets have nearly come to a standstill. Traders are increasingly worried about rising freight costs and significant delays in ... Read more Impact of Middle East Crisis: Coconut Exports from Pollachi Halted Due to Shipping Disruptions

Morningstar 27 Apr 2026 9:03 am

Women turned out in large numbers to vote in the Assembly elections in Coimbatore district in 2026

Women voter turnout was relatively lower in Coimbatore North. Of the total 1,51,061 women voters in this constituency, only 76.2% (1,15,190) had polled this year. This constituency registered only 75.51 % voting

The Hindu 26 Apr 2026 10:05 am

Poll duty for conservancy workers leads to garbage piles in Coimbatore

With door-to-door collection disrupted, waste piles up along roadsides, near bustops and market stretches; officials say conservancy workers deployed for election work have returned to duty

The Hindu 25 Apr 2026 7:06 pm