The Latest Breaking News from Tirupattur

Bus overturns in Tamil Nadu’s Yelagiri Hills, driver and conductor suffer minor injuries

Two TNSTC bus crew members injured after bus overturns on wet, slushy Yelagiri Hills. Driver attempted left turn near hairpin bend. Passersby and villagers rescued crew, admitted to hospital. Police filed case, investigation ongoing.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Two cows electrocuted, farmer injured near Ambur town

Two cows electrocuted in Tirupattur after coming in contact with fallen electric wire. Farmer S. Ekambaram injured while trying to help. Incident happened in coconut grove near Palar river. Strong winds and rain likely caused wire to fall. Tangedco officials restored power. Ambur Taluk police investigating.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Vellore fort complex, girivalam path in Tiruvannamalai to become health walk track

State govt. to launch 'health walk track' initiative in Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur & Ranipet. 8km route with sign boards, seating, water taps, washrooms & medical camps. Traffic less, avenue trees more, no stray dog menace. Residents encouraged to walk every day.

The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023

TNSTC to operate additional buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam

TNSTC to operate 31 add'l buses from Vellore, Tirupattur to Tirupati for Brahmotsavam. 25 buses from Vellore, 6 from Tirupattur. 15 regular buses from new bus terminus in Vellore. Special buses from CMBT, Koyembedu to Vellore, Hosur, Tirupattur, Dharmapuri on weekends/Mondays. Special squads to monitor smooth operation.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Man kills neighbour near Tirupattur town over dispute about rearing ducks

35yo mason killed by neighbour in A.K. Mottur village over duck rearing dispute. Victim K. Silambarasan, neighbour S. Venkatesan, 60, picked up knife & slit throat. Residents rushed him to hospital, declared dead. Venkatesan arrested, lodged in sub-jail. Investigation ongoing.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Students block key stretch in Jolarpet town, demanding resumption of special classes

Students in Tirupattur block road to demand retention of headmistress and resumption of special classes. Police, revenue officials and headmistress arrive on scene. After inquiry, Collector orders counselling for student. Special classes and extra coaching have helped school achieve 100% results in X and XII board exams.

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Ahead of northeast monsoon, work on key roads, bridge construction in Vellore, Tirupattur fast tracked

Roads & bridge in Vellore & Tirupattur districts being upgraded to ensure easy connectivity & preparedness for northeast monsoon. Existing 2-lane stretch between new airport & Chennai-Bengaluru Hwy converted to 4-lane. Ariyur-Pallikonda Main Rd also widened. High-level bridge at Palar & Mannar rivers confluence to end ordeal of 10 villages.…

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Tamil Nadu Government vs Governor row | Records reveal Madras High Court having restrained Nayakkaneri panchayat president from taking charge

Nayakkaneri panchayat in Tirupattur district has become the latest reason for exchange of war of words between Governor R. N. Ravi and the Tamil Nadu government. Duraimurugan, the seniormost Minister in the Cabinet, issued a strong statement on October 6, accusing the Governor of having made defamatory remarks, regarding a…

The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023

Villagers block lorries for damaging roads and water pipelines near Ambur town

Residents of Minnur village near Ambur, Tirupattur, blocked lorries and tractors that damaged underground water pipelines and roads. Revenue officials promised to repair the damage and prevent lorries from using the village route.

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

Man dies after falling from moving bus near Tirupattur

44-yr-old N. Ramesh died after falling from a moving bus near Alangayam town, Tirupattur. He was returning from Vellore to his village when he tried to get down from the moving bus. Braking caused him to slip and fall. 25 commuters were in the bus. He was declared dead at…

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023