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Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani Launches Advanced ECMO for Critical Heart & Lung Care; A New Hope for Patients

Chennai, October 13, 2026: Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has launched the Kauvery Centre for ECMO & Advanced Life Support, strengthening its capabilities in managing complex heart, lung and multi-organ failure. The centre offers specialised VV-ECMO for respiratory failure, VA-ECMO for cardiac failure, V-AV Hybrid ECMO for combined heart and lung failure, awake ECMO, and ECMO-supported road and air transfers. Dr K Madhan Kumar Director - ECMO & VAD, Senior Consultant - Cardiothoracic & Transplant Surgeon, Currently serving as the President of ECMO Society of India; Prof. P. Manokar, Senior Interventional Cardiology, Clinical Lead - Heart Failure & Transplant Program Dr Selvi C, Director - Transplant Pulmonology, Senior Consultant - Interventional,Transplant Pulmonologist & ILD Specialist along with the team These advanced services provide temporary life support for critically ill patients when conventional treatments may not be sufficient. The hospit...

Firebird Institute Partners with UK’s INTO Qualifications to Launch Global Pathway Programmes with Cost & Credit Advantages

Chennai, October 9, 2026: Firebird Institute of International Studies (FIIS) has announced a strategic academic partnership with UK-based INTO Qualifications to offer internationally recognised pathway programmes at its Chettipalayam campus in Coimbatore. (Center) Dr. R. Nandagopal, Chief Operating Officer, FIIS FIIS becomes the first and only authorised delivery partner in India for INTO Qualifications, with admissions open for the inaugural batch commencing in January 2027. The partnership aims to help Indian students build strong academic foundations and progress towards undergraduate studies at leading international universities. Speaking about the collaboration, Mrs. Sujana Abirami Sundararaman, Managing Trustee, FIIS, said the initiative brings a globally accredited academic framework closer to home, empowering students with quality education, personalised support and international opportunities. Dr. R. Nandagopal, Chief Operating Officer, FIIS, highlighted that ...

MMA Honours Asian Games Medallist Vithya Ramraj, Celebrating Resilience, Discipline & Peak Performance

Chennai: Madras Management Association (MMA), in association with TimeLinks and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, hosted “Beyond the Hurdles – The Champion’s Mindset for Leadership Excellence” at the MMA Management Center, Chennai, honouring Indian Olympian and Asian Games medallist Ms Vithya Ramraj. The highlight was an inspiring conversation between Vithya and Indian table tennis legend and Padma Shri awardee Mr Achanta Sharath Kamal, exploring the mindset, discipline and resilience behind sustained excellence in sport and their relevance to leadership and management. At the recently concluded Asian Games in Nagoya, Vithya Ramraj clocked 54.75 seconds in the women’s 400m hurdles, setting a new Indian national record and surpassing the benchmark established by P. T. Usha at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. She also won Gold in the women’s 4×400m relay, Silver in the mixed 4×400m relay and Bronze in the 400m hurdles. Sharing her journey, Vithya spoke about disciplined preparation, fam...

Sumangala Steel’s 4th Edition of ‘Ungal Kuzhandayum Aagalaam Engineer’ Supports 70 Students with ₹2.8 Crore Scholarships

October 24, 2026: Sumangala Steel hosted the fourth edition of its ‘Ungal Kuzhandayum Aagalaam Engineer’ scholarship initiative in Chennai on October 24, 2026. Chief Guest Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, awarded scholarships to 20 newly selected students and recognised 50 scholars from the previous three editions, taking the programme into its first full four-year cycle. Mr. N. Ravi, Director, Kasturi & Sons Ltd, joined the felicitation. (L to R) Rajendran Sabanayagam, Founder, Sumangala Steel; Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras; Student; N. Ravi, Director, Kasturi & Sons Ltd; Ashwin Sabanayagam, President, Sumangala Steel; K. Vijayakumar, Chief General Manager, Sumangala Steel The initiative commits ₹2.8 crore towards engineering education, supporting children of construction workers and steel dealership employees across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Prof. Kamakoti emphasised the importance of strong fundamentals in engineering, comparing them to a b...

Kauvery Hospital Radial Road Launches SAMATVA to Transform Obesity & Metabolic Health Care

Chennai, October 7, 2026: Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, has launched SAMATVA – Centre for Obesity, Metabolic Health & Lifestyle Transformation, a dedicated centre offering comprehensive, coordinated and personalised care for people living with obesity and related metabolic health concerns. The centre was inaugurated by Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, former Governor of Telangana and former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, former Governor of Telangana and former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, along with Dr. Piyush Bawane, Clinical Lead, Medical Gastroenterology, and Dr. Rameez Raja B, Consultant, Endocrinology, Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, and the SAMATVA team The launch comes amid a growing burden of excess weight, with the National Family Health Survey-6 (2023-24) indicating that 44.2% of women aged 15-49 in Tamil Nadu are overweight or obese. SAMATVA adopts an integrated approach that goes beyond conventional weight-loss programmes, bringin...

Tourism Malaysia & Holiday Star Launch “Grill & Win” Campaign in Tamil Nadu under Visit Malaysia 2026–2027

Chennai, October 1, 2026: Tourism Malaysia Chennai, in collaboration with Holiday Star Tours & Travel and Smoke Hub Barbecue, has launched the “Grill & Win” Joint Promotion Campaign to create greater consumer awareness and travel interest in Malaysia under Visit Malaysia 2026–2027. Combining destination promotion, travel offers, dining experiences and lucky draws, the campaign gives customers an exciting opportunity to discover Malaysia while enjoying their dining experience. Customers at participating Smoke Hub Barbecue outlets can avail themselves of 10% off on Holiday Star bookings and enter lucky draws featuring Malaysia-related prizes. The highlight is a Grand Lucky Draw, with one couple from each participating outlet getting a chance to win a 3D2N trip to Malaysia, along with additional prizes including hotel stays and attraction tickets. Launched at Smoke Hub Barbecue, Pallavaram, the campaign will extend to outlets in T. Nagar, Chennai, and Madurai, reaching ...

A Tamil Voice at United Nations: DAC Developers MD S Sathish Kumar Speaks on Heritage & Sustainability at WSSHW 2026

Chennai: At the Second World Summit on Sustainable Health and Well-Being 2026, Dr. Sathish Kumar Santhanam, Founder and Managing Director of DAC Developers, brought a distinctly Tamil perspective to the global conversation on resilience, sustainability and human well-being. Speaking on “From Our Roots to Our Future: Building for Generations,” Dr. Sathish Kumar highlighted how the built environment can shape healthier, safer and more resilient communities for generations to come. S. Sathish Kumar, Founder and Managing Director, DAC Developers, delivering a lecture at UNESCO’s Second World Summit Drawing inspiration from Tamil Nadu’s remarkable heritage, Dr. Sathish Kumar Santhanam cited Kallanai, the ancient engineering marvel built for generations, as an enduring example of foresight, engineering excellence and public purpose. He also highlighted the Brihadisvara Temple, showcasing the scientific knowledge, architectural intelligence and precision that con...

Montra Electric & VFRYT Launch On-Demand Commercial EVs & New App for EV Platform

October 30, 2026: Montra Electric has partnered with Chennai-based technology platform VFRYT to strengthen sustainable commercial transportation through the launch of an on-demand logistics marketplace and the flag-off of a new electric cargo vehicle fleet. The collaboration includes the deployment of 50 Montra Electric vehicles as part of VFRYT’s initial fleet of approximately 185 EVs, bringing technology-enabled and cleaner logistics solutions closer to businesses across Chennai. VFRYT aims to bring the convenience of app-based booking to commercial transportation, enabling customers to book vehicles ranging from last-mile carriers to larger trucks through a single digital platform. GPS, SIM-based and FASTag tracking, AI-enabled monitoring and real-time alerts provide shipment visibility, transparent pricing and improved operational efficiency. The platform will also offer diesel and CNG vehicles to meet diverse business requirements. Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Jalaj Gupta, Man...

Madras Management Association MMA Celebrates Silver Jubilee With Future-ready Leadership Convention

Chennai, October 12, 2026: The Madras Management Association (MMA) hosted the 25th MMA All-India Management Students’ Convention 2026 at Valluvar Kottam Auditorium, Chennai, on October 12, marking the Silver Jubilee of its flagship student event. Under the theme “Future-Ready Leadership: Reinventing Management for a Changing World,” the convention brought together management students and industry leaders to explore emerging business challenges and future leadership skills. Ms Sai Sudha Chandrasekaran of Alpha Alternatives and former CEO of the India Fintech Foundation delivered the keynote address, while Mr Mithun Sacheti, Founder of CaratLane and Partner at Q Partners – Axana Estates, delivered the inaugural address, highlighting innovation, resilience and value creation. Four thematic sessions explored entrepreneurship, AI-driven organisational transformation, career readiness and adaptive leadership. Experts from Agnikul Cosmos, Sweet Karam Coffee, Raptee.HV, Saint-Gobain...

SRM Ramapuram Attempts World Record With 7,000-metre Textile Braid To Promote Sustainable Fashion and Textile Upcycling

October 22, 2026: SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, Chennai, attempted a world record on October 22, 2026, promoting sustainable fashion and textile upcycling. Over 700 students collaborated to create a 7,000-metre-long textile braid using approximately 700 kg of pre-loved clothing, demonstrating how discarded garments can be transformed into reusable materials. The initiative was witnessed by Ms. Lotty Hill, Director, International Partnerships, Youth United Council of India UK President and World Youth Book of Records; Mr. R. Vimal, National General Secretary, Youth United Council of India; Ms. Anisha, representative of Goonj; and Ms. Mridhula, Advocate, alongside other distinguished guests. Students from the Department of Fashion Designing, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Business Studies, worked together to showcase creativity, teamwork and resourcefulness in tackling textile waste. The completed braid will be donated to Goonj, a national NGO, to create use...

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