Labourer killed during altercation in Coimbatore; man arrested
Coimbatore district to see credit outgo of 83,176 crore in 2026-2027
Final arrangements in place for NEET-UG retest in Coimbatore
The National Testing Agency has extended the duration of the examination from 180 minutes to 195 minutes
Underground drainage projects gather pace across Coimbatore city
Among the largest projects under implementation is the UGD scheme for Vadavalli, Veerakeralam, Kavundampalayam and Thudiyalur, covering 12 wards fully and parts of five wards; the estimated cost is 935.92 crore
Heavy rain expected in over 10 districts of Tamil Nadu as Southwest Monsoon intensifies
Heavy rain likely at isolated places over Nilgiris, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Coimbatore, Theni, Dindigul, and Kanyakumari districts, and ghat areas of Tirunelveli district
Coimbatore embarks on a private-sector supported sewage treatment project
TNPDCL Assistant Executive Engineer held for graft in Coimbatore
Two get life imprisonment for attempt to murder four Scheduled Caste men near Coimbatore
Coimbatore youth with disabilities clears UPSC exam in first attempt
Concerns raised over functioning of STP at Singanallur Lake in Coimbatore
24 injured as private bus crashes into flyover retaining wall at Neelambur near Coimbatore
MSMEs hit by curbs on dispensing diesel
The current procurement ceiling of 200 litres a day, introduced through a notification issued on June 11, is inadequate even for a single day, says president of the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association
DVAC seizes 63,100 from touts in surprise check at Coimbatore Central RTO
Man held for snatching gold chain of woman in Coimbatore
Poompuhar organises painting expo in Coimbatore
Siruthuli to focus on sewage treatment and greening initiatives in Coimbatore
Madras High Court halts Church construction near Mariyamman Temple in Coimbatore
The Madras High Court has restrained the construction of a church near a century-old Mariyamman temple in Coimbatore, observing that the objections raised by local residents could not be ignored and that the possibility of mala fide intent could not be ruled out in the facts of the case. The Division Bench of Justice GR [] The post Madras High Court halts Church construction near Mariyamman Temple in Coimbatore appeared first on India Legal .
How many more suicides? NEET paper leak now takes life of Coimbatore aspirant; toll rises to 10
A series of student suicides, including a 19-year-old in Coimbatore, have followed the cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 due to a paper leak. At least 10 aspirants have died by suicide, with families citing exam-related anxiety, pressure, and distress over rescheduling as contributing factors. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21.
Neet Paper Leak: Three NEET aspirants from Tamil Nadu, Delhi, and Uttarakhand have allegedly died by suicide amid intense pressure surrounding the medical entrance exam. These incidents follow the NEET controversy and cancellation of the earlier test, renewing concerns about student mental stress. The National Testing Agency assures a secure re-examination.
Stones throw from temple: Madras HC halts church construction, flags mala fide intentions
In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court has called a halt to the church construction project adjacent to the Mariyamman temple in Coimbatore. Citing concerns over 'mala fide intention' rooted in the citys fragile socio-cultural landscape, the justices raised eyebrows at the necessity of a large church given the scant Christian population in the area.
Major ED Raids in Tamil Nadu Linked to 400 Crore Ponzi Scheme
Chennai, June 17: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted significant raids in Tamil Nadu, targeting eight business and residential locations in Chennai, Erode, Coimbatore, and Krishnagiri. This action is part of an investigation into a money laundering case associated with an alleged 400 crore Ponzi scheme. Authorities seized several digital devices and two luxury cars ... Read more Major ED Raids in Tamil Nadu Linked to 400 Crore Ponzi Scheme
NEET re-examination: Medical aspirant from Coimbatore ends life
Keerthana wrote NEET (UG) in 2025 and the one held on May 3 this year, which was cancelled over a paper leak
Coimbatore Corporation planning to provide lunch instead of breakfast to conservancy workers
The proposal emerged after a survey conducted among conservancy workers found that many preferred lunch and that a considerable quantity of the breakfast supplied under the scheme was being wasted
Private sector job fair to be held in Coimbatore on June 19
Candidates should bring copies of their resume and educational certificates; there is no age limit for participation, and entry is free
Councillors accuse Coimbatore Corporation officials of not informing them about civic work
Councillors, including zonal chairpersons and standing committee members, allege that officials are carrying out works without consulting them and are not providing details when sought
Phase II of Coimbatore Western Bypass project sees no progress
The transfer of the project to TANSHA has also raised serious public concerns regarding the proposal to convert this public infrastructure into a toll road, says K. Kathirmathiyon, secretary of the Coimbatore Consumer Cause
The Bench has directed the Tamil Nadu government to file its reply and has posted the matter for further hearing on June 30
HR&CE officials inspect Thekkampatti ahead of proposed elephant camp in Coimbatore
Ebola virus screening under way at Coimbatore International Airport
Programmes for passengers, airport staff mark Yatri Suvidha Diwas in Coimbatore
Coimbatore Corporation plans dedicated parking facilities for waste collection fleet
Eight minor boys arrested for pelting Coimbatore-Chennai Vande Bharat Express train with stones
The stone-pelting happened in the Veerapandi area near Salem on May 28.
Baralikadu, 70-kilometres from Coimbatore, promises a stimulating dip in river Bhavani, coracle ride and delicious greens foraged from the forest : an evidently perfect getaway from the chaos of the city
Boy from Coimbatore rescued at Madurai Railway Junction
Coimbatore Corporation to float tender for operation of Valankulam STP
Coimbatore policeman arrested for aiding prisoners escape; three suspended for negligence
Uneven roads after utility works raise safety concerns in Coimbatore
Commuters point to noticeable bumps on Dr. Krishnasamy Mudaliar Road, Old Post Office Road, Kuniyamuthur Road and Mettupalayam Road, which make travel difficult and dangerous
Police thwart escape bid by undertrial in Coimbatore
iVP Semi planning to set up semiconductor facility in Coimbatore
Enhanced Border Security in Nilgiri Amid Nipah Virus Threat from Kerala
Coimbatore, June 13: The Nilgiri district administration has intensified monitoring at key checkpoints along the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border following reports of a suspected Nipah virus case in the neighboring Kozhikode district. Officials have implemented precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the infection into Tamil Nadu. District Collector Lakshmi Bhavya Tanneru stated that health department ... Read more Enhanced Border Security in Nilgiri Amid Nipah Virus Threat from Kerala
National Lok Adalat resolves 4,782 cases involving 41.11 crore settlement in Coimbatore
Two families of road accident victims were given a compensation of 90 lakh each
Plea to remove obstructions, waste and encroachments from major canals in Coimbatore
Man arrested for growing cannabis near Coimbatore
A new jewellery store in Coimbatore driven by technology and service
With Jewel One opening a flagship storespread across five floors, we speak to founder K Srinivasan about how he built the business from the ground up
Private school teacher in Coimbatore held for sending explicit contents to students
Coimbatore tops Tamil Nadu in higher education enrolment of government school students in 2024-25
The contractor has sought an additional 2 crore to meet the escalated costs, and the request is under review
Road caves in at Ganapathy in Coimbatore following drinking water pipeline leak
Corporation officials carried out temporary restoration works by levelling the caved-in section with wet mix material to facilitate the movement of vehicles
Swarga Foundation in Coimbatore launches four differently abled friendly initiatives
Ministers seek strong patronage for Government Exhibition at VOC Grounds, Coimbatore
Singappen Special Force marks its presence in Coimbatore district
Intensive Pulse Polio Immunisation camp in Coimbatore on June 28
Coimbatore farmers advised to cut back on chemical fertiliser use to preserve soil health
Continuous cultivation, along with disproportionate use of nitrogenous fertilisers, leads to nutrient imbalances and a steady deterioration of soil health, officials say
Coimbatore gets ready to face monsoon
Public can report rain-related grievances via corporations WhatsApp helpline number 81900 00200
Over 400 govt. school students get college, ITI admissions at Kalloori Kanavu camp in Coimbatore
District Collector says many in previous generations missed out on opportunities for higher education because of a lack of awareness and access; Kalloori Kanavu aims to prevent such losses
Desilting completed along 3.5-km stretch of sewage-carrying stream in Coimbatore
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme outreach programme held in Coimbatore
Murder on Coimbatore combined court premises remains unsolved
Coimbatore Corporation accused of raising four half-yearly property tax demands a year
Under the property tax system, only two half-yearly demands are to be raised in a financial year
Tamil Nadu weather update: Heavy rain likely in 10 districts till June 12
Dharmapuri, Salem, Erode, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Kanyakumari and western ghats of Tirunelveli districts will receive rains till June 12, the latest bulletin from the Regional Meteorological Centre said
BJP Criticizes Arrest of YouTuber Maridhas, Calls It an Attack on Free Speech
Chennai, June 8: The arrest of YouTuber Maridhas has sparked intense political debate in Tamil Nadu. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly condemned this action, labeling it an assault on freedom of expression. Vanathi Srinivasan, the national president of the BJPs womens wing and a former MLA from Coimbatore South, denounced Maridhass arrest on ... Read more BJP Criticizes Arrest of YouTuber Maridhas, Calls It an Attack on Free Speech
Two arrested for robbing youth of gold chain, cash in Coimbatore
Coimbatore girl chosen as Junior Ambassador for Asia-Pacific Childrens Convention 2026 in Japan
FSSAI serves notice to restaurant in Coimbatore after videos of worms in burger surface
Regional NSO training camp for field staff to begin in Coimbatore on June 9
Coimbatore Corporation yet to submit lake-wise restoration and maintenance details sought by NGT
India Post to conduct Dak Adalat in Coimbatore on June 16
Coimbatore District Museum seeks additional space at Semmozhi Poonga to display more artefacts
Police tighten grip on alcohol consumption in public places, drunk driving in Coimbatore
College student robbed of cash, chain in Coimbatore
Three arrested with 43 kg of ganja in Coimbatore
Coimbatore steps up monsoon preparedness
Officials were instructed to keep equipment such as excavators, power saws and sandbags ready for immediate deployment to clear fallen trees, landslides and road blockages
No major impact for BJP because of Annamalais exit: BJP Coimbatore district president
Footpath encroachments force pedestrians onto busy roads in Gandhipuram
Gandhipuram is one of Coimbatores busiest transport and commercial hubs, but footpaths on thoroughfares like Dr. Nanjappa Road and Cross Cut Road are often occupied by street vendors, shop displays and parked vehicles
Minister V. Sampath Kumar conducts surprise inspection at social justice hostels in Coimbatore
Minister inspects hostels run for both boys and girls, enquires about students welfare and the facilities available to them
717 Tasmac liquor shops closed across Tamil Nadu
The highest number of shops were closed in the Madurai region with 290, followed by the Coimbatore region with 179
Over 18 metric tonnes of plastic collected through on-ground activities Mobilised 35000+ citizens across six States and one Union Territory Bisleri International marked World Environment Day 2026 through a series of on-ground activities with citizens and communities across South & Central India.Under its Bottles for Change programme for plastic waste management, Bisleri mobilised communities, government departments, defence establishments, educational institutions, and civil society organisations across Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and Chhattisgarh. Collectively, the campaign recovered over 18 metric tonnes of plastic waste, turning responsibility into shared action. Bisleri conducted plantation and plastic collection drives across South and Central India on World Environment Day 2026 Mr K. Ganesh, Director Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International , said, "Managing plastic waste demands grassroots solutions. Through Bottles for Change, we have always sought to raise awareness and create pathways for communities to adopt responsible plastic use and disposal. From cleanup drives in Pondicherry to awareness campaigns in Kerala, we remain committed to scaling this mission and are grateful to every partner who continues to make it possible." 150 saplings were planted under tree-plantation drives by Bisleri In Pondicherry, Bisleri partnered with Sri Venkateshwaraa College of Engineering and Technology for a rally advocating a plastic-free society. Alongside this, a collection drive was conducted at Sri Venkateshwaraa Dental College during which 520 kg of plastic waste was collected. Both activities together engaged 250 participants. Bisleri conducted clean-up drives in the national wildlife parks The campaigns geographic reach was the widest in Tamil Nadu. A total of 150 saplings were planted around local ponds as part of a tree plantation campaign conducted in partnership with the Tiruvallur Urban local Bodies and clean-up drives were initiated at Pulicat Bird Sanctuary in partnership with Forest Department and Pollution Control Board, Tiruvallur. Cleanup drives in Ooty from Kallar check post to Barliyar Brigde and Vellingiri Hills recovered over 850 kg of plastic waste. In Coimbatore, a Climate Corridor event at AIC-Rise, in partnership with the Rathinam Group of Institutions, drew 200 participants. In Trichy, Bisleri partnered with the City Corporation and YI-CII to install waste collection bins. A similar initiative was carried out in Dindigul in collaboration with the Pollution Control Board and the District Administration to promote responsible plastic waste management. In Karnataka, A large-scale cleanup drive in partnership with CII and Mysore Corporation mobilised 2,000 citizens and recovered 15,000 kg of plastic waste. A collection drive at the Karnataka Police Academy engaged 300 personnel. Cleanup and plantation drives at Hoodi Lake and Nexus Mall resulted in the collection of 600 Kg of plastic waste and planting of 100 saplings, respectively. In Chhattisgarh, in collaboration with the Chhattisgarsh Forest Department set up a Bottles for Change exhibition stall at Nandanvan Jungle Safari in Raipur, attracting around 2,000 visitors. At the same venue, a cleanup and plantation drive engaged 100 participants, who collectively planted 100 saplings. Hyderabad and Vizag anchored the campaign across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A door-to-door awareness campaign in partnership with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad reached 5,000 households, while a Bottles for Change exhibition stall at Aparna RWA engaged 500 residents. A collection drive conducted with Samprabhav Foundation and Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University recovered an impressive 2,000 kg of plastic waste. In Calicut, Kerala, the campaign concluded with a seminar and rally on plastic waste management. Organised in partnership with Farook College and NSS, the event saw the participation of 250 students and community members. The World Environment Day activities by Bisleri are a part of Bisleri's ongoing Bottles for Change programme reaffirming the organisations commitment to a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future. Thus far, Bottles for Change has reached over 10 million people nationwide and raised awareness about plastic waste segregation and recycling in a bid to promote effective plastic waste management. About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd . With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country's largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe, and healthy water. Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and UAE market. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri packaged drinking water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri Rev, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Pop and Bisleri Soda. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform - Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep. The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating a greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation, and sustainability. www.bisleri.com .
Afforestation drives, other activities mark World Environment Day in Coimbatore
Pillion rider of two-wheeler taxi dies in accident near Coimbatore
Consumer body flags planning approval concerns in Coimbatore bus stand projects
Coimbatore Corporation fines company, warns against unauthorised advertisements
