Pillur dam in Coimbatore receives water supply from Nilgiris, increasing water level to 72ft. District administration and civic body ensure water availability till June. Dredging project planned for desilting. World Bank funds secured under Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project Phase-III.
YouTuber Shankar, also known as Savukku Shankar, was held and injured in a car accident in Dharapuram. The incident occurred while he was being taken to the police station after arrest for derogatory remarks against police officers. He was later remanded in judicial custody till May 17.
Members of the Communist Party of India (CPI) in Coimbatore oppose the privatization of waste management, highlighting issues with contractual laborers, inadequate waste collection vehicles, and the need for better infrastructure. They also address water scarcity concerns and the impact on private water suppliers. The article emphasizes the importance of addressing basic infrastructural gaps in rapidly growing cities like Coimbatore.
Coimbatore documented 1,186 species of flora and fauna during the City Nature Challenge, securing the third position in India. The event aimed to involve nature lovers in recording biodiversity using the iNaturalist app.
Woman dies after eating chicken fried rice laced with pesticide by her son. Incident in Namakkal leads to tragic deaths. Youth arrested on murder charges. Food samples sent for forensic analysis.