CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, August 08, 2026: ICL Fincorp has announced the opening of its latest public issue of Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) from 10th August 2026, offering investors an effective yield of up to 12.25%. Backed by a 35-year legacy of financial reliability, the offering is designed for investors seeking structured returns with flexible tenure and payout options. (Cente) Adv. K.G. Anilkumar, Chairman & Managing Director, ICL Fincorp The NCD issue will remain open until 21st August 2026 and carries a CRISIL BBB-/STABLE rating. Each NCD has a face value of ₹1,000, with 10 schemes (10 ISINs) across tenures of 13, 24, 36, 60 and 72 months. Investors can choose monthly, annual or cumulative interest payout options, with interest rates ranging from 10.00% to 12.25%. The minimum application is ₹10,000 (10 NCDs), followed by investments in multiples of one NCD. The proceeds will support ICL Fincorp’s growth initiatives and strengthen its customer-centric financial se...

Chennai, August, 5, 2026: Chennai has taken a major step towards creating a safer travel experience with the launch of the HeartSafe Initiative, a collaborative effort between Kauvery Hospital and Chennai International Airport.  Inaugurated by Mr. Raja Kishore, Director, Chennai International Airport, and Dr. Manivannan S, Founder & Managing Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, the initiative marks the installation of 13 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) across the airport, ensuring rapid life-saving intervention during sudden cardiac emergencies.  Youtube Video link 👇  The project builds on Kauvery Hospital's round-the-clock emergency medical services at the airport, with four strategically located clinics staffed by 49 healthcare professionals, including emergency physicians, nurses, paramedics and support staff.  Together, these clinics handle 320–400 medical cases every month, including emergency consultations, onboard medical incidents and an averag...

Chennai, August 4, 2026: Strengthening its position as one of India's leading centres for liver care, Gleneagles Hospital, Perumbakkam, Chennai, part of the Fortis Healthcare Network, has launched its state-of-the-art Liver OPD Suite, a dedicated, high-capacity clinical hub offering comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for liver diseases across all age groups.  Dr.Rajanikanth Patcha, Clinical Lead - Liver Transplant Surgery,  Gleneagles Hospital, Chennai ; Dr. S. Niranjani, Chief Operating Officer & Hospital Head; Dr. Joy Varghese, Director - Hepatology & Transplant Hepatology; Dr Anand Bharathan, Head of Department - Liver Transplant Surgery; Anil Vinayak, Group Chief Operating Officer, Fortis Healthcare; Dr Selvakumar, Head of Department -  Liver Transplant Critical Care The facility was inaugurated by RJ Balaji in the presence of senior leaders from Fortis Healthcare and Gleneagles Hospital. The new centre is designed to provide seamless multidisci...