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Everything happening across Coimbatore district, ranked by trend intelligence.
Maruti Suzuki Delivers First Car Consignment to Pollachi via Cargo Rail
Maruti Suzuki India has delivered its first consignment of passenger cars to the Pollachi railway terminal in Tamil Nadu via cargo rail. The train, carrying 120 vehicles of various models including Wagon R, Ertiga, Dzire, and Celerio, was flagged off from Haryana's Manesar plant on August 18. This partnership with Indian Railways aims to scale up vehicle distribution while reducing road emissions.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
TNPL: Kovai Kings Peaking at Right Time, Says Captain Shahrukh Khan
Lyca Kovai Kings captain Shahrukh Khan stated that his team is reaching its peak performance at the opportune moment in the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL). Expressing confidence in the squad's momentum, the captain highlighted their progress as the tournament advances.
19 days agoSource: The Hindu — Sport1 sourceTrend 74
Madras High Court Orders Closure of Eight Illegal Resorts in Coimbatore Forest
The Madras High Court has ordered the Coimbatore Collector to immediately shut down eight unlicensed resorts operating in the elephant corridors of Anaikatti, Coimbatore. Following a petition by Chennai-based activist Muralidharan, an inspection committee led by the Collector found that only two of ten operating resorts had proper approvals. The court directed authorities to submit a compliance report by September 18.
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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73
Bathing banned for tourists at Kovai Courtallam waterfalls in Coimbatore
Authorities have suspended bathing activities for tourists at the Kovai Courtallam waterfalls in Coimbatore. The ban has been implemented as a safety precaution following high water inflow, and visitors have been advised to plan their travel accordingly.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 62
Coimbatore Police Launches 'Education First' Scheme to Prevent College Student Crime
The Coimbatore City Police has introduced the 'Education First' initiative to monitor and guide college students, preventing them from falling into criminal paths. Under this scheme, colleges will appoint nodal officers to track behavioral changes, attendance, and social media activity. Police will also deploy liaison officers to coordinate with colleges, paying close attention to students staying in private rented rooms.
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19 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 58
TVK MLA Kanimozhi Claims Udhayanidhi Stalin's Family Consulted Her for Astrology
TVK MLA Kanimozhi, who is also an astrologer, claimed that family members of DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin contacted her to consult astrology regarding election prospects. Speaking at an event, she criticized the DMK's atheist stance, alleging that its leaders privately seek astrological guidance while publicly claiming otherwise, and asserted that she has evidence of the communication.
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23 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 56
Coimbatore Vellalore Bus Terminal project revised to ₹126 crore for south-bound buses
The Coimbatore Corporation has revised the Vellalore Bus Terminal project plan, scaling down the estimated budget from ₹168 crore to ₹126 crore. The terminal will now serve only southern-bound buses, helping to ease traffic congestion at Singanallur, which will remain active for local services. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been submitted to the state government for approval.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 51
Shahrukh Khan powers Kovai Kings to TNPL victory; Trichy Grand Cholas qualify
In the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), Lyca Kovai Kings secured a crucial victory powered by captain Shahrukh Khan's explosive, unbeaten 59 off 18 deliveries. Meanwhile, following the match outcomes, the Trichy Grand Cholas became the first team to officially qualify for the tournament playoffs.
25 days agoSource: The Hindu — Sport1 sourceTrend 51
Coimbatore Officials Refute Claims of Deaths Caused by Mosquito Fogging in Annur
Government officials and medical studies have refuted rumors claiming that two individuals died due to mosquito fogging in Annur, Coimbatore district. Health experts clarified that standard mosquito fogging, while potentially causing temporary irritation to the eyes or respiratory tract, is not fatal when used in regulated concentrations.
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25 days agoSource: BBC Tamil1 sourceTrend 37
Kovai Kings progress to TNPL Qualifier 2 after rain disrupts play
Rain has disrupted the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match, leading to Kovai Kings progressing to Qualifier 2. Unfavorable weather conditions interrupted the play, resulting in the team advancing further in the domestic tournament according to league rules.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Sport1 sourceTrend 37
Kovai Kings enter TNPL final after strong performances from Lokeshwar and Deeban
Lyca Kovai Kings secured their spot in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) final following outstanding performances by Lokeshwar and Deeban. The players shined as Kovai Kings cruised into the tournament's title clash, according to a report by The Hindu.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — Sport1 sourceTrend 36
Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Coimbatore and Nilgiris Districts
The Chennai Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rains with strong winds for the hilly regions of Coimbatore and Nilgiris on August 24 and 25. A weak atmospheric trough off the Tamil Nadu coast is expected to bring moderate rain and thunderstorms to several other districts, including Chennai and Madurai. Meanwhile, fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the Gulf of Mannar due to high-speed winds.
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23 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 36
Tamil Nadu to Enact Strict Law to Protect Hills, Says Minister Sengottaiyan
Revenue Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan announced in Coimbatore that the Tamil Nadu government will soon enact a strict law to protect hills following reports of 18 missing hills. He stated that investigations are underway to identify benami operators involved. Additionally, the transport of minerals like sand and gravel to Kerala has been temporarily suspended.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 35
No confusion over Rahul Gandhi as INDIA bloc PM candidate, says MP Jothimani
Speaking at a party event in Coimbatore, Congress MP Jothimani stated that there is no confusion regarding Rahul Gandhi being the INDIA bloc's Prime Ministerial candidate, asserting that only he can defeat PM Modi. She also addressed local political issues, suggesting that the newly formed TVK party should be given time to clarify its stance on constituency delimitation, and urged the Tamil Nadu government to build dedicated offices for Lok Sabha MPs.
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24 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 32
Wild elephant shields calves crossing Velliangadu-Mulli road in Coimbatore
A wild elephant was spotted standing protectively as a shield while its calves crossed the Velliangadu-Mulli road in Coimbatore district. According to reports, the elephant appeared to express a gesture of gratitude to commuters who waited patiently for the herd to cross the forest road safely.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 29