CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

On 13th October 2025, the Mission Mausam Urban Test Bed Facility – Chennai was officially inaugurated at the Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University), Chennai, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India. This landmark initiative strengthens India’s commitment to advancing climate science and enhancing resilience under the vision of a “Weather Ready and Climate Smart Nation.” The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. M. Ravichandran, Hon’ble Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, as Chief Guest. The event was presided over by Dr. Mariazeena Johnson, Hon’ble Chancellor, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, and Dr. A. Suryachandra Rao, Director, IITM, Pune. Youtube Video link 👇  The event also witnessed the presence of several eminent scientists and dignitaries including: Dr. Thara Prabhakaran, Scientist G & Project Director, Mission ...

Chennai, October 10, 2025 — Sexual Health Educators (SHE), an organization committed to empowering socially disadvantaged and vulnerable communities through education and advocacy, in collaboration with Governance Magnify, proudly inaugurated the Children Parliament – A Platform for the Voices of Children at Chennai High School, MMDA, Arumbakkam. This marks the first time the Children Parliament is being introduced in Corporation schools, setting a milestone in participatory education and child-led community engagement. The event was inaugurated by Mr. M.K. Mohan, Member of the Legislative Assembly, who symbolically watered a sapling alongside other dignitaries, signifying growth and new beginnings. Youtube Video Coverage Link 👇  Ms. Leelavathy, Executive Director of SHE, warmly welcomed the guests and shared the vision and objectives behind the initiative. Keynote speakers included: Dr. T.G. Srinivvasan, Health Education Officer, Greater Chennai Corporation; Mr. N. Adiyaman, Ward...