A 50-year-old woman riding pillion on her husband’s motorcycle fell and died after the two-wheeler tripped over a speed breaker near GV Residency in Coimbatore. The incident occurred on Scheme Road. Further investigation is ongoing.
Members of the Association of University Teachers (AUT) at Kongunadu Arts and Science College have sent an objection letter regarding the college’s plan to introduce a sex education paper in the 2024-2025 academic year. They oppose the introduction of a paper entitled ‘SOGIESC’ (sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and sex characteristics) studies under non-major elective papers, replacing the women’s rights paper without proper approval. No syllabus or contents for the 'SOGIESC' studies have been provided, urging the higher education department to halt the move.
The regional transport office in Salem cancelled the licence of the driver involved in the ghat road accident near Yercaud. Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed condolences and promised compensation for the victims' families. Political leaders also offered support to the affected families.
The proposed resumption of Siruvani Road widening project for a 4.5km stretch has sparked a debate between development and environment conservation, with the public and environmentalists opposing the move to fell trees for the road work.
The price of mangoes has doubled in Pullukadu mango market due to drought-like conditions and extreme heat, leading to supply shortages and higher prices for common varieties like malkova, sendhuram, Alphonso, and imampasand.