CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, May 30, 2026: The Summer Edit by POPSICLE was inaugurated at The Folly, Amethyst, offering Chennai shoppers a vibrant and curated summer shopping experience. The exclusive showcase, conceptualised by Selvi Mahesh and Dr. Rashmi Chellappa, brought together an eclectic mix of fashion, beauty, lifestyle, jewellery, artisanal, skincare, kids and food brands from across India under one roof. Addressing visitors at the event, the organisers highlighted that the exhibition was designed to celebrate creativity, craftsmanship and contemporary style while providing a platform for emerging entrepreneurs and established labels. The carefully curated showcase featured unique collections, timeless pieces and innovative products that catered to a wide range of tastes and preferences. The event transformed The Folly into an elevated summer marketplace, attracting fashion enthusiasts, shoppers and lifestyle connoisseurs seeking distinctive products and fresh trends. Visitors explored a divers...

Chennai, May 29, 2026: Marking its entry into the rapidly growing micro-drama entertainment segment, Maran Group on Friday announced the launch of KadhaiShorts, Tamil Nadu’s first dedicated micro-drama platform, aimed at delivering hyperlocal and culturally rooted stories through two-minute episodic content designed for mobile viewers. Addressing reporters at a press meet in Chennai, Mr. Karan Dayanidhi Maran, Vice Chairman of Maran Group and Founder of KadhaiShorts, said the platform seeks to redefine digital entertainment by adapting the emotional engagement of traditional television serials into a mobile-first format suited to contemporary viewing habits. The newly launched platform currently features a curated lineup of Tamil “Kutti Series” across six genres and has more than 100 original productions in various stages of development. The company also announced plans to expand into Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam and Bengali languages by the end of the current financial year. To m...

Chennai, May 29, 2026: The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka, is organising a series of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) Roadshows and Evening Networking Sessions in Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Chennai during the last week of May 2026, as part of efforts to position Sri Lanka as a preferred MICE tourism destination for the Indian market. (L to R) Kasun Welaratne, Sales Manager, Sri Lankan Airlines;  Dheera Hettiarachchi, Chairman, Sri Lanka Convention Bureau;  Dr.Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, Deputy High Commissioner, Chennai The first roadshow was conducted on May 25 at Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad City Centre, followed by the Kolkata event on May 27 at ITC Sonar. The final roadshow and networking session is being held on May 29 at Pullman Chennai Anna Salai. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  India continues to remain one of the largest source markets for Sri Lanka tourism i...

Chennai, May 29, 2026: LGT Global Hospitality Limited, formerly known as LGT Business Connexions Limited, announced its financial results for the financial year ended March 2026, reporting strong business momentum driven by rising travel demand, strategic collaborations, acquisitions, and expanding opportunities across corporate and leisure travel segments. (L to R) Venkatesh, CFO; Wilfred Selvaraj, Chairman & Managing Director; Padma  Wilfred, Director, LGT Global Hospitality Limited Addressing reporters at a press meet held in Chennai, the company stated that it continues to strengthen its position as an integrated travel and hospitality solutions provider through strategic expansion initiatives and business integrations aimed at enhancing customer reach, service capabilities, and market penetration across India and international markets. Press Conference Youtube Video link 👇  The company said its growth strategy during FY26 was supported by expansion across inbound, ou...

Chennai: MINUS Slimming Clinic celebrated the successful completion of one year of its Nungambakkam branch in Chennai with a grand anniversary event and a city-wide wellness awareness campaign, highlighting the importance of healthy lifestyle choices and fitness awareness. The event witnessed the presence of distinguished guests, wellness experts, social media influencers, and actress Yashika Anand, who joined the celebrations and appreciated the clinic’s efforts in promoting holistic wellness and body confidence. As part of the anniversary celebrations, the clinic organised a branded car awareness campaign across key locations in Chennai. The roadshow aimed to encourage people to adopt healthier lifestyles and educate the public about modern non-invasive slimming and body transformation solutions. Speaking on the occasion, representatives of MINUS Slimming Clinic said the clinic has received encouraging response from clients over the past year for its personalised wellness programs an...

Chennai, May 27, 2026: Apollo Hospitals Chennai has achieved a major milestone in advanced cancer care by successfully performing the world’s first Video Endoscopic Inguinal Lymphadenectomy (VEIL) using the Hugo Robotic-Assisted Surgery (RAS) system through a lateral approach. The innovative minimally invasive surgery was performed on a 40-year-old penile cancer patient, who recovered well without any major post-operative complications. (3rd from left) Dr. Madhav Tiwari, Consultant - Urologist, Uro-Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon; (4th from left) Dr. N Ragavan, Senior Consultant – Urologist, Uro-Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon; (5th from left) Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, CEO, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai Region Addressing reporters at a press meet held in Chennai, hospital authorities stated that the uniqueness of the procedure lies in the lateral approach, where surgeons access the operative field from the side of the thigh instead of the conventional middle approach. This technique help...