CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, June 9: Education in the 21st century must move beyond academic achievement and place equal emphasis on student wellbeing, physical fitness, resilience and life skills, according to Dr. S. Prem Shankar, Chairman of Holy Sai Group of Institutions and President of the Tamil Nadu Association of Cambridge Schools (TACS). (L to R)  Dr. S. Prem Shankar, Chairman of Holy Sai Group of Institutions and President of the Tamil Nadu Association of Cambridge Schools (TACS);  P. Naveen Howie, Co-founder and Managing Director of Fittgen Addressing a media interaction in Chennai on Tuesday, Dr. Prem Shankar highlighted the evolving role of schools in preparing students for a rapidly changing world. He noted that the Cambridge curriculum's learner-centred and inquiry-based approach equips students with critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and problem-solving skills while nurturing qualities such as confidence, responsibility, innovation and engagement. Press Conference Youtube...

Chennai, June 6: G Square Group, one of India’s leading plotted development companies, has announced the launch of G Square Kshetra, a premium residential plotted community in Karanodai near Red Hills, tapping into the growing potential of North Chennai’s rapidly evolving infrastructure and connectivity landscape. Strategically located along the upcoming Chennai Peripheral Ring Road (CPRR) and close to the Chennai Outer Ring Road (ORR), the project is positioned to benefit from major infrastructure developments that are transforming the northern growth corridor of the city. The development is being launched at a special introductory price of ₹1,890 per sq. ft. for the first 50 bookings, significantly lower than prevailing market rates in the region. Spread across a well-planned gated layout, G Square Kshetra offers ready-to-construct villa plots within a secure community. The project is located approximately 1.5 km from Janappanchatram, just 200 metres from GNT Road, and enjoys connect...

Chennai, June 6, 2026: Narayana Educational Institutions once again demonstrated its dominance in engineering entrance coaching with an outstanding performance in the JEE Advanced 2026 examination. The institution achieved a remarkable milestone by securing 7 of the Top 20 All India Open Category Ranks, along with 37 ranks among the Top 100 and an impressive 220 ranks within the Top 1,000 ranks nationally. Leading the stellar performance was Kuchi Sandeep, a classroom programme student, who secured All India Rank (AIR) 5 in the Open Category. Close behind was B. Jaya Krishna Srinivas from the nPrep Programme, who secured AIR 6 and emerged as the National Topper in the Gen-EWS Category. Further strengthening Narayana’s success story were Manu Parameshwaran (AIR 13), Prince Choudhary (AIR 14), Veldurthi Harshith (AIR 15), Tanay Agarwal (AIR 16), and Anish Muppalla (AIR 20), reflecting the institution’s consistent ability to produce top-ranking students across its academic programmes. Tam...

Chennai, June 6: In a landmark achievement for marine conservation in India, VGP Marine Kingdom successfully released captive-bred Banded Bamboo Sharks into the sea on Friday, becoming the first institution in the country to undertake such an initiative. The milestone marks a significant step towards sustainable marine biodiversity conservation and responsible aquaculture practices. (L to R) VGP Ravidas, Managing Director, VGP Marine Kingdom; A.Srinath, Honorable Minister for Fisheries; VG Santhosam, Chairman VGP Groups, VGPR Premdas, Director, VGP Marine Kingdom The historic release took place in the presence of Tamil Nadu Fisheries Minister Thiru A. Srinath, marine biologists, conservation experts, government officials, students, media representatives, influencers and invited guests. The sharks released into the ocean were born and raised entirely under the care of VGP Marine Kingdom’s marine life specialists, highlighting the success of scientific breeding and conservation programme...

Chennai, 05 June 2026: In a major boost to international career opportunities for hospitality students, Chennais Amirta Group of Institutions has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), one of Malaysia’s most influential hospitality organizations representing more than 1,100 hotels across the country. (2nd from Left)  R. Boomee Naathan, Chairman of Chennais Amirta Group of Institutions; (3rd from Left)  Isaac Raj, Chief Executive Officer of  Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) The agreement was formally signed by Isaac Raj, Chief Executive Officer of MAH, and R. Boomee Naathan, Chairman of Chennais Amirta Group of Institutions. The partnership is aimed at creating extensive international internship and placement opportunities for hospitality students, strengthening industry-academia collaboration and enhancing global employability. Press conference Youtube Video link 👇  The signing ceremony witnessed an i...

Chennai, June 2026: Renowned jewellery retailer Joyalukkas has launched its much-awaited ‘Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Show’ at its T Nagar showroom in Chennai, offering customers a spectacular showcase of exquisite diamond jewellery from June 5 to June 21, 2026. The exclusive exhibition celebrates the artistry, elegance and innovation of diamond jewellery, featuring an extensive collection ranging from grand bridal sets to contemporary everyday designs. The limited-period showcase presents unique creations that blend timeless craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, making it a must-visit destination for jewellery enthusiasts. Launch Youtube Video link 👇  Speaking about the exhibition, Dr. Joy Alukkas, Chairman and Managing Director of Joyalukkas Group, said that the ‘Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Show’ is a tribute to the enduring beauty of diamonds and the brand’s commitment to perfection in jewellery design. He noted that Chennai occupies a special place for the company and that t...