CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

The workshops and presentations of INSC 2023 are set to attract about 50 speakers (including 6 global experts) and the participation of over 600 neurologists and neurology students from across the country     Chennai, March 30, 2023: Thiru. Ma. Subramanian, Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu will inaugurate the 16thannual Indian National Stroke Conference (INSC 2023) of the Indian Stroke Association (ISA) in Chennai tomorrow. A one-day pre-conference workshop, being held as a part of INSC 2023 today, and the three-day conference, to be held from March 31- April 02, 2023 will provide an opportunity for neurologists from across the country to learn, network and find ways to tackle various kinds of stroke, the most numerically and functionally challenging condition in neurology. More than 600 delegates from across the country, are registered to attend this conference. Press meet video coverage 👇👇 The inaugural function of INSC 2023 will have Ms. ...

The Youngest transplants recipient was a 3-year-old girl and the Oldest was a 68-year-old male  47% of kidney donors are mothers, Seeks public awareness for organ donation Chennai, 28th March 2023: Gleneagles Global Health City has announced its successful completion of 504 kidney transplants . The Department of Nephrology & Renal Transplantation has to date performed kidney transplants for both paediatrics and adults with 22 transplants comprising babies and children and 482 adults. Of the 482 adults, 156 were women recipients and 348 constituted men. To commemorate this milestone, eminent guest Sri Tenkasi S Jawahar, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary & Project Director, World Bank Aided Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agriculture Modernisation Project participated in the celebration with the Kidney transplant donors and recipients. The participants talked about how their lives had returned to normal after having a kidney transplant. Press meet video👇👇 “We are proud to state the Depa...

Special screenings in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Bangalore of Brand USA's big-screen movie, 'Into Nature's Wild,' showcases the stunning natural beauty of the United States. New Delhi March 23, 2023- Brand USA'S 2023 India Sales Mission, which took place in Mumbai and Delhi from March 19 to March 23, 2023 ended today. This week, Brand USA also premiered its third big-screen film Into Nature's Wild in Mumbai and Delhi, with additional screenings scheduled for Chennai and Bangalore. Attendees included 25 US exhibitors, select senior Indian buyers, and key stakeholders including airlines, hotels and US Embassy and Consular Services members. Press meet video 👇👇 India ranks 4th among all overseas markets for the USA excluding Canada and Mexico, with 1,256,915 in total arrivals between January and December 2022. The latest figures released at the end of February revealed 203,540 Indians traveled to the United States, showing continuing strong growth in visitor arr...

Experts flag spike in influenza cases, long COVID as persistent health concerns in post-pandemic scenario Chennai, 26 March 2023: Apollo Hospitals took a significant step towards raising awareness about the increasing influenza cases and the potential consequences of long COVID by organising the Apollo Chest Summit 2023, Today. The event was inaugurated by Ms. Preetha Reddy , Executive Vice Chairperson of the Apollo Hospitals Group in the presence of subject expertise.  Video link 👇👇 The Summit was spearheaded by Dr R Narasimhan, a Senior Respiratory Physician and In-charge of the Endobronchial Ultrasound and Bronchial Thermoplasty Services. Its main goal was to promote understanding and treatment of respiratory diseases while fostering a research culture that is dedicated to the subject. Distinguished experts in the field of Respiratory Medicine participated in the Summit, where they exchanged insights on recent outbreaks of influenza, the potential impact of long Covid, and the...

Day 32/33 updates : JCI Hosur Lake City, as part of JCI India has  launched CLEAN PLATE CHALLEGE 2023  which aims to ensure Zero Food Wastage.  JC Balaganesh  (Bali), a Nature Photographer Traveller along with  Dr.Ranjani Rao , Honorary Member, Author-cum-Traveller of JCI Hosur Lake City are spearheading this noble initiative. The team is planning to visit 28 States covering 18,000 kms in 80 days meeting young school and college students across the country. As part of this initiative, here is an update on Clean plate awareness campaign - a joint initiative of Zone XVI and JCI Hosur Lake City.  Update on Clean plate awareness campaign - a joint initiative of Zone XVI and JCI Hosur Lake City.                          Day 32 and 33, 21st and 22nd March. City - Dimapur; State - Nagaland Promoted clean plate awareness in institutions as below. Holy cross school LO Meeting (JCI Dimapur Creato...

Emphasizing peace and non-violence, JITO Ladies Wing  conducting an awareness IIFL JITO AHIMSA MARATHON RUN in which lakhs of people participate in 65 locations across the country on a single day. Chennai: JITO LADIES WING  Chennai IS CONDUCTING THE IIFL JITO AHIMSA RUN ON 2nd April 2023.  This marathon is conducted across all chapters of JITO at 65 Locations across india and overseas. The purpose of this Ahimsa marothon is to be  an ambassador of peace and non violence. Mfine has taken leads to support this cause.    JITO LADIES WING which is head by Shivani Jain, Sapna Bethala and  Surabhi Daga is turning every stone to  spread awareness towards Peace And Non Violence.  Mr Ramesh dugar , Mr Nehal Shah, Mr Jaswant Munoth with Naresh Jain of JITO CHENNAI CHAPTER HAVE joined hands with ladies wing to support and take chennai Ahimsa Run to new heights. KLP, SBS, Third Space has appreciated the the idea and has given their constant support. One...

Chennai, March 25, 2023: Wangs Kitchen, the iconic restaurant chain synonymous with delicious Indo-Chinese cuisine, has revived its operations in Chennai. Forced to shut down owing to the Covid 19 pandemic, the chain which dominated the city’s Indo-Chinese food landscape for over 25 years has made a comeback with a new identity, menu, and management, and a campaign which dwells on “ Back to the good old days.”  Inauguration Video 👇👇 “Wangs Kitchen, in its new metamorphosis, stands not just for delicious, fresh food but also a great family dining experience, with attentive staff in a modern and edgy ambience, which reflects the fusion that Indo-Chinese cuisine embodies. And of course, those ordering takeaway will love the retro packaging which revives fond memories of the good old days. The concept is a 40 seater neighbourhood store format, we hope to have 10 branches of Wangs Kitchen dine in across the city in the coming few months” says Sriram, Senior Partner Blue Koi.  We...

To foster innovation and internships in Web3 and emerging technologies amongst students 300 participant students from across Chennai will learn under the guidance of global leaders in the field and brainstorm path-breaking ideas with Web 3.0 and Blockchain  Chennai, 24th March 2023: India’s leading Blockchain and Web 3.0 education pioneer, IBC Media, today launched the Alt Hack - Chennai , a third in a series of Alt Hacks after two successful editions in Hyderabad and Vizag. The IBC Alt Hack - Chennai intends to train and facilitate the city’s students to practically learn about new, cutting-edge technologies from distinguished industry experts and use Web 3.0 to develop innovative ideas and build upon them further.  Press meet video 👇👇 Alt Hack Chennai is part of IBC Media’s Internship Program exclusively for students with multiple benefits such as grants, high paying jobs and an opportunity for students to build on their Web 3 ideas for successful outcomes. Alt Hack Chenna...

  Day 28/29/30/31 update : JCI Hosur Lake City, as part of JCI India has  launched CLEAN PLATE CHALLEGE 2023  which aims to ensure Zero Food Wastage.  JC Balaganesh  (Bali), a Nature Photographer Traveller along with  Dr.Ranjani Rao , Honorary Member, Author-cum-Traveller of JCI Hosur Lake City are spearheading this noble initiative. The team is planning to visit 28 States covering 18,000 kms in 80 days meeting young school and college students across the country. As part of this initiative, here is an update on Clean plate awareness campaign - a joint initiative of Zone XVI and JCI Hosur Lake City.  Day 28 to 31 - 17th to 20th March. City - Itanagar, State - Arunachal Pradesh Promoted clean plate awareness in institutions as below. RG University LO Meeting Highlights  - Met assistant registrar and promoted clean plate challenge. Also promoted CPC at the university Canteen, hotel stayed and Sunday market. Sincere thanks to  Jc Bijay A...

RCC Magnum – Chak De ​ has made the dream of 500 ​underprivileged children to witness the India-Australia ODI cricket match come true. Chennai : It’s a dream for many of us in India to watch cricket and our favourite players hit a six. We came up with this project to take 500 underprivileged kids to watch IND vs AUS ODI at Chidambaram Stadium at Namma Chennai.  We have raised funds to be able to provide this beautiful experience for kids, for a day along with meals and fun with their friends. The Surplus funds raised will be used to equip many needy people through our Skill Development projects and make many more financially independent. Among RCC Magnum members, Esteemed dignitaries and Children RCC Magnum  inaugurated & flag off Chak De from Rajaratinam Stadium and celebrated the efforts of the team members and the enthusiasm of the children to watch the match live for the first time.  Chief Guest:Mr. Karuna Sagar IPS, Director General of Police Welfare, Chenn...

To promote Mahabalipuram as a wedding destination aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Vision. Chennai, March 21, 2023: Vikram Cotah,CEO, GRT Hotels & Resorts Group, Aditya Motwane-Director, Motwane & Co ji, Baisakhi Ghosh- Founder,Baisakhi Flower, Rakhi Kantaria-Founder, Rachoutsav Events,  N. Dakshinaa Murthi, CEO WV connect &  Nandiniy Vijay, director of WV Connect announced The upcoming WV Connect 2023- Asia’s Largest B2B Wedding Summit at GRT Grand Hotels, Chennai. Press meet video 👇👇 In his post budget webinar, PM Shri Narendra Modi expressed that “These days even the middle-class and upper-middle class are opting for destination weddings. Special packages can be announced for such destinations. This will encourage people to hold their wedding ceremony in different states, people from Gujarat will be excited to hold their rituals in Tamilnadu style” The upcoming WV Connect 2023- Asia’s Largest B2B Wedding Summit promises to promote destinations i...

Chennai: Mar Gregorios College of Arts & Science  Celebrated Cultural Fiesta 2023 with pomp and gaiety . The eve of Cultural Fiesta began on 21 February 2023 with two off-Stage events - Rangoli and Best Out of Waste; and 23 February 2023 witnessed two more off stage events- Mehandi and Solo- Singing. The On Stage events such as Solo Dance, Light Music and MIME were held on  24/02/23. All the students of four houses red, blue, green and yellow participated enthusiastically in all the events.      Video link 👇 The grand finale of Cultural Fiesta began on 1st March 2023. Dr. Dhamu, Film Actor was a special invitee. He was welcomed by the students of NSS with Parai and Thappattam. Prof.Navukkarasi  and DR. A. Ashmi were the masters of ceremony . The celebration began with a prayer song, followed by Tamilthai Vazhthu and College Anthem by the College Choir.  It was followed by lighting of Kuthuvilakku by the Guest of Honour, Dr. Dhamu; Secretary Rev.F...

சென்னை: நான் எழுதிய "சிங்கப்பூரில் சரவணன்” என்ற நாவலின் கதையே அயோத்தி திரைப்படம் என்று அதன் எழுத்தாளர் மில்லத் அஹ்மத் பத்திரிக்கையாளர்கள் சந்திப்பில் கூறினார். Press meet video link 👇👇 அப்போது அவர் கூறியதாவது: நான் 2020ஆம் ஆண்டு மணிமேகலைப் பிரசுரம் மூலம் சென்னைப்  புத்தகக் காட்சியில் "சிங்கப்பூரில் சரவணன்” என்ற நாவலை வெளியிட்டேன்.  இந்நாவல் 2016ஆம் ஆண்டு சிங்கப்பூரில் நடந்த நாவல்போட்டியில் வெற்றி  பெற்ற கதை, மேலும் அமெரிக்கத் தமிழ் பல்கலைக்கழக விருது, திருப்பூர்  தமிழ்ச்சங்க விருது, புதுச்சேரி படைப்பாளர் இயக்க விருது, தக்கலை இந்திய  பாரம்பரிய கலை இயக்கப் பேரவை விருது, மகாகவி பாரதி கலை இலக்கிய  விருது என பல விருதுகளைப் பெற்றுள்ளது.  சமீபத்தில் 10.03.2023 அன்று  வெளியான அயோத்தி திரைப்படம் என் நாவலின் மையக் கருத்து திருடப்பட்டுள்ளதை அறிந்து அதிர்ச்சியடைந்தேன். எனக்கு நீதி கிடைக்க ஊடக நண்பர்களாகிய நீங்கள்தான் உதவி செய்யவேண்டும். அதற்கான ஆதாரங்களுடன் இன்று வெளியிடுவதாக கூறினார். ****

Chennai : Apsara Reddy's Humanitarian  function  was grandly held at the HYATT REGENCY, Teynampet, Chennai .   The awards ceremony, now in its third year, recognized 13 different categories and one Lifetime Achievement Award.   This award ceremony is held to highlight those who have contributed to the education and progress of children. Former Health Minister Vijayabaskar  presented the award for education to Poovizhi. Gargi film director Ga utham Ramachandran was presented with the award for cinematography. Dr. Srimathikesan was awarded in the science category, Malini Jeevaratnam for gender equality and Sri Vatsan Sankaran was awarded for development.  Likewise, Lalitha Ramanujan in the confidence building category, Vinayak Vijayakumar in the medical category and Cyril Alexander in the best activist category were awarded. Dr. Sowmiya Anbumani given Award to Dr. Arul Raj for his excellent work in recovering children from drug addiction, Madhumita Gomat...

  Days 25/26/27 ( 14th to 16th March)  Update:  JCI Hosur Lake City, as part of JCI India has  launched CLEAN PLATE CHALLEGE 2023  which aims to ensure Zero Food Wastage.  JC Balaganesh  (Bali), a Nature Photographer Traveller along with  Dr.Ranjani Rao , Honorary Member, Author-cum-Traveller of JCI Hosur Lake City are spearheading this noble initiative. The team is planning to visit 28 States covering 18,000 kms in 80 days meeting young school and college students across the country. As part of this initiative, here is an update on Clean plate awareness campaign - a joint initiative of Zone XVI and JCI Hosur Lake City.  Update on Clean plate awareness campaign- a joint initiative of Zone XVI and JCI Hosur Lake City. Day 25/26/27:  14th to 16th March .  City - Guwahati, State - Assam Promoted clean plate awareness in institutions as below. Dispur University Guwahati University  Met members of JCI Guwahati Angels Highlights - M...

Chennai, March 16th, 2023:  The Sixth Edition of “ALERT Being” Awards was held today at Chennai  to honour Good Samaritans who have contributed greatly to society by saving human lives. ALERT, a voluntary non-profit organization working to ensure Right to Life a reality in India, organized the award ceremony and presented awards - ranging across different award categories, namely, individuals, organizations, and people going beyond the call of duty – to 13 real-life heroes. The chief guest,  Honourable Health Minister Thiru Ma Subramanian , gave away the awards to real-life heroes and Launched the ALERT Awareness Cell Phone Radio that brings First-Aid awareness to rural Tamilnadu.  Prof. Dr. S. Gowri, Vice Chancellor, University of Madras , graced the ceremony with his presence as the distinguished Guest of Honour. Chosen by the distinguished members of the jury from nominations received from across India, the ALERT Being Awards under Individual category was presente...

Thiru. Dayanidhi Maran, Central Chennai, Member of Parliament, inaugurated the one-day conference. Over 1000 eye surgeons from India and abroad attended the event Chennai, March 19, 2023: The 13th edition of RETICON, India’s biggest annual retinal conference organized by Dr Agarwals Retina Foundation , was held in Chennai today. More than 1,000 Ophthalmologists from India and abroad attended the conference. Thiru. Dayanidhi Maran , Central Chennai, Member of Parliament inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp in the presence of Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal , Chairman, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital and Dr Ashvin Agarwal , Executive Director & Chief of Clinical Services, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital. Video Link👇👇 RETICON 2023 brings together vitreoretinal specialists and fellows to acquire an update on the latest techniques and technologies for the management of vitreoretinal disorder, which is constantly evolving.  The sessions revolved around the topics of medical retina, surg...