Coimbatore

A user reported an encounter with individuals claiming to represent UNICEF in a high-footfall area in Makkale, describing their approach as highly skilled emotional manipulation. The duo used guilt tactics and pressured the user into considering recurring monthly donations of ₹800 to ₹1500, leading the user to warn others that such aggressive solicitation may be an outright scam.

The Tamil Nadu Budget's announcements have been welcomed by the textile industry in Coimbatore and Tiruppur districts.

Political leaders in Coimbatore expressed disappointment with the Tamil Nadu Budget, citing rebranded schemes and lack of mention for the Avinashi-Athikadavu project expansion. Vanathi Srinivasan and E.R. Eswaran criticized the budget's failure to address expectations.

A woman from Coimbatore died after being swept away at Palakkuzhi waterfall in Kerala's Palakkad. She was part of a five-member group that visited the site despite restrictions on entry to hilly tourist areas due to heavy rain.

M.V. Manikandan, Founder and CMD of Adissia Developers, announces the company's plan to move its headquarters from Coimbatore to Chennai. The company projects a turnover of ₹2,500 crore within 4-5 years.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at 16 locations in connection with the 2022 suicide bomb explosion near Sangameshwarar Temple in Coimbatore. The investigation was initiated based on FIRs registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) regarding terror funding linked to the blast.

Political leaders are urging the Centre to approve a metro rail project for Coimbatore. Vanathi Srinivasan suggests the TVK-led government should revise the DPR and resubmit it, noting that the Union government approves proposals meeting the metro policy criteria.

Ramesan Paleri, chairman of the Kerala-based Uralungal cooperative society, has died. He was receiving treatment at a private hospital in Coimbatore.

MMK has condemned the Indian government for rejecting Metro Rail project proposals for Coimbatore and Madurai. The political party criticized the decision as a setback for urban infrastructure development in these cities.

The Centre has once again rejected Metro Rail projects for Coimbatore and Madurai, advising instead to prioritize strengthening the bus system. The Ministry stated that a Metro Rail would not significantly reduce travel time in these cities.

The Supreme Court confirmed the death sentence of Manoharan in 2019 for a 2010 murder case involving siblings and a police encounter in Coimbatore. The court categorized the case as falling within the 'rarest of rare' category.

The mortal remains of six Tamil Nadu tourists killed in a Vietnam boat tragedy have arrived in Coimbatore. A total of 15 Indian tourists died after a tourist boat capsized in Vietnam on July 11, with 10 of the victims from Tamil Nadu.

A COVID-19 patient from Coimbatore died of colon cancer in Ranipet. The individual's death was attributed to colon cancer despite being a COVID-19 patient.

A centre of excellence focused on human–wildlife conflict has been established at WII-Sacon in Coimbatore.

A Coimbatore farmer recognized by UN FAO as a 'soil hero' advocates for a transition to natural farming practices.

PMK is demanding the removal of encroachments in elephant corridors located in Coimbatore. The focus is on protecting wildlife pathways from human encroachment.

The Transport Department will consult with private bus operators in Tiruppur on July 7 to address complaints about unilateral fare increases. Operators on routes between Erode-Coimbatore and Tiruppur-Coimbatore raised fares by ₹5-₹10 per ticket without approval.

SITRA, a Coimbatore-based textile research body, plans to promote green textile processing through an ₹80-crore project in response to Western buyers' demand for sustainable practices.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, recovering documents from premises in Coimbatore, Krishnagiri, Malappuram, and Thrissur under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

Industries in Coimbatore are advocating for reforms in the power sector to address challenges. The call for change highlights concerns related to power supply and infrastructure.

The Highways Department has merged its Construction and Maintenance, Projects, NABARD and Rural Roads, and Metro wings into a unified C&M wing. The new structure divides operations into four regional divisions—Chennai, Madurai, Tiruchi, and Coimbatore—each led by a Chief Engineer to accelerate project completion.

A woman from Tiruppur died after a botched home childbirth assisted by YouTube. K. Sasikala was taken to a private hospital in Coimbatore but succumbed to post-partum haemorrhage and related complications.

A TVK banner in Coimbatore obscured a police outpost signboard, prompting public and social media criticism. The banner was removed on Thursday following the backlash.

A youth from Coimbatore with disabilities successfully cleared the UPSC exam on their first attempt. The achievement highlights their perseverance and academic capability despite challenges.

Coimbatore Corporation has not submitted lake-wise restoration and maintenance details requested by the National Green Tribunal (NGT). The NGT had sought this information, but the Corporation remains non-compliant.