CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, May 6, 2026: The All India Russian Education Fair 2026–27 will be held on May 9 and 10 at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Chennai, bringing together leading Russian universities and offering Indian students access to as many as 10,000 MBBS seats. (L to R)  Ravi Chandran, Managing Director of Study Abroad Educational Consultants;  Valerii Khodzhaev, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Chennai;  Alexander Dodonov, Vice Consul and Director of Russian House in Chennai The two-day fair, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., will feature direct participation from seven premier government-run Russian institutions. The significant increase in the number of MBBS seats reflects the rising demand among Indian students for medical education in Russia, which currently remains the only foreign destination fully compliant with the National Medical Commission’s latest norms for overseas medical education. Students can avail spot admissions for MBBS and other pro...

Chennai, May 6, 2026: Interio by Godrej, the furniture and interior solutions brand of the Godrej Enterprises Group, has unveiled a revamped retail store in Chennai while launching its ‘Moments That Matter’ (MTM) study, which highlights the growing importance of home environments in shaping emotional well-being and daily experiences among Indian consumers. Dr. Dev Narayan Sarkar, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business (B2C), Interio by Godrej The newly upgraded store, spread across nearly 6,000 sq. ft., is designed as a comprehensive destination for modern home solutions. It features a wide range of modular, configurable, and personalised furniture across bedroom, living, and dining segments, along with a newly introduced line of soft furnishings. The revamp underscores the brand’s focus on enhancing customer experience and making contemporary design more accessible. Alongside the store launch, Interio outlined ambitious growth plans for the region. The company is targetin...

Chennai, May 6, 2026: In a significant step towards strengthening urban climate research and weather forecasting capabilities, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Ramapuram, on Wednesday inaugurated the Mission Mausam Urban Testbed and advanced observational facilities at its Chennai campus. (From 2nd left) Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences;  Dr. R. Shivakumar, Chairman, SRMIST;  Dr. A. Suryachandra Rao, Director, IITM Pune   The facility, developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is the first of its kind in Chennai. It aims to generate high-resolution, real-time atmospheric data to significantly enhance nowcasting, forecasting accuracy, and early warning systems for urban weather events. Press meet Youtube Video 👇  Mission Mausam, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is designed to improve disaster preparedness and strengthen climate services acro...

Chennai: The 12th G. Ramachandran Memorial Lecture brought together leading voices from India’s banking and economic policy landscape, underscoring the critical role of trust, governance, and innovation in shaping the future of the financial sector. The event featured eminent speakers including J. Swaminathan, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India; C. Rangarajan, former Governor of the RBI and Chairman of the Madras School of Economics; V. N. Shiva Shankar, Senior Vice President of the Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and N. R. Bhanumurthy, Director of the Madras School of Economics. Delivering the keynote address, J. Swaminathan described banking as a continuous journey of learning, evolving from frontline customer engagement to broader supervisory responsibilities. He emphasized that while operational experience builds foundational understanding, the role of a regulator requires a wider, system-level perspective rooted in public interest. Characterising banks a...

Chennai, May 3, 2026: The 16th edition of RETICON, the flagship scientific conference of Dr Agarwal’s Retina Foundation, was held in Chennai on Sunday, attracting over 1,000 participants from India and abroad. The one-day event brought together vitreoretinal specialists, general ophthalmologists, clinicians, researchers, and postgraduate students to deliberate on the latest advancements in retina care. The conference focused on cutting-edge developments in the diagnosis and management of vitreoretinal disorders, offering a comprehensive platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. Experts shared insights into emerging technologies and innovative treatment approaches shaping the future of ophthalmology. RETICON 2026 was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. C. Sridhar, Vice Chancellor of Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, in the presence of Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal, Chairman, Dr. Ashvin Agarwal, Chief Clinical Officer, and Dr. Manoj Khatri, Director of Vitreo-Retinal Services at...

Chennai, 02 May 2026: Strengthening its footprint in South India, MARC Salon Furniture, one of India’s leading manufacturers of salon furniture and equipment, has announced the launch of its first showroom in Chennai. The new facility, which opened on April 25, 2026, marks the company’s 11th showroom nationwide and underscores its strategic expansion into high-growth regional markets. Located at Egmore Town beside the Radisson Hotel, the showroom was inaugurated through an exclusive sundowner event attended by industry professionals and business partners. Designed as an immersive experience centre, the space reflects MARC’s focus on innovation, accessibility, and customer-centric solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the salon industry. With an already established presence in cities such as Hyderabad, Kochi, and Bengaluru, the Chennai debut is a significant step in MARC’s South India growth strategy. The region has emerged as a key market for premium and design-led salon infrastr...