CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, May 30: The city witnessed a star-studded evening as actor Ram Charan arrived in Chennai on Saturday to promote his much-awaited pan-India sports drama Peddi. The pre-release event drew a large gathering of fans, media representatives, and cinema enthusiasts eager to catch a glimpse of the film’s cast and creators ahead of its worldwide theatrical release on June 4. Addressing the media and fans, Ram Charan expressed his excitement about bringing Peddi to audiences across the country and thanked Tamil cinema lovers for their continued support. The event was attended by Oscar-winning composer A. R. Rahman, director Buchi Babu Sana, and producer Venkata Satish Kilaru of Vriddhi Cinemas. Youtube Shorts Link: Speaking on the occasion, the team highlighted the scale and emotional depth of the film, describing it as an inspiring sports drama that combines action, determination, and human resilience. A.R. Rahman shared insights into the film’s music, while Buchi Babu Sana spoke about...

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...

Chennai, May 25, 2026: In a major initiative aimed at promoting women entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, the Shree Jain Sahayak Samiti has announced the launch of “WeBe Mela 2026” (Women Empowerment Beyond Entrepreneurship), a large-scale women-centric expo and empowerment platform to be held at the YMCA grounds in Royapettah, Chennai. The Maha Mega Mahila Mela is set to bring together women entrepreneurs, industry leaders, financial experts, and the general public under one roof to celebrate entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and social inclusion. As part of the initiative, the Samiti has provided 400 free stalls exclusively for women entrepreneurs from all communities, enabling them to showcase products and services ranging from clothing boutiques and handlooms to food stalls, creative games, and artisanal products. Organisers said the venue transformed into a vibrant commercial and networking hub, with women-led businesses emerging as the central highlight of the even...

Chennai, May 24, 2026: The inauguration ceremony of the new branch of Grandis Institute at Egmore in Chennai witnessed an overwhelming response from students and parents, marking a significant milestone for the institute’s expansion in technical and career-oriented education. The event was attended by several distinguished guests and prominent personalities who extended their wishes for the future success and growth of students. The ceremony was inaugurated by MLA M. R. Pallavi, who graced the occasion as the chief guest. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  Special guests at the event included Influencer & Educational Consultant Lakshmi Narayanan, Digital Creator / Influencer Kamali Gunasekaran and Chennai Weatherman Vlog & Explorer Abhishek. They interacted with students and shared motivational insights on career growth, skill development and emerging opportunities in the technology sector. A key highlight of the event was the Career Guidance Program conducted for stude...

Chennai, May 21, 2026: In a landmark achievement in advanced cardiac care, MGM Healthcare has successfully implanted a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), a mechanical heart pump, in a nearly 80-year-old retired Chennai resident suffering from advanced heart failure along with multiple co-morbidities, including low blood pressure, worsening kidney function and lung congestion. L-R: Dr. Rajesh Ratanlal Agarwal, Medical Director, Dr. Suresh Rao K G, Co- Director- Institute of Heart and Lung Transplant & Mechanical Circulatory Support, Patient and Dr. K R Balakrishnan, Chairman- Cardiac Sciences, Director- Institute of Heart and Lung Transplant & Mechanical Circulatory Support at MGM Healthcare.  The patient had been battling severe left ventricular systolic heart failure, a condition in which the left ventricle of the heart becomes too weak to pump sufficient blood to the body. Due to the deteriorating condition, he frequently experienced severe breathlessness and require...

Chennai, May 20: Dish TV India Ltd. has announced an enhanced South India-focused entertainment offering aimed at delivering affordable, language-first television content and uninterrupted viewing experiences for households across the region. (L to R) Manoj Dobhal, CEO and Executive Director, Dish TV India Ltd.; Lakshman. S, Head of Sales- VZY TV by Dish TV The company said the new initiative has been designed keeping in mind the evolving viewing preferences of audiences in South India, where television continues to play a significant role in family entertainment and regional storytelling. The offering includes specially curated regional packs starting at ₹149 per month, featuring entertainment, movies, sports, and local programming in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  According to the company, the base offering will provide access to more than 225 channels. This includes over 36 Tamil channels along with dedicated Telugu, ...

Chennai, May 19, 2026: The Special Court for CBI Cases has quashed the last pending Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case filed against Ahmed Buhari and his associates, bringing to a close a series of cases initiated by central investigative agencies over alleged coal import irregularities. (Center) Ahmed Buhari, promoter of Coastal Energy and Coastal Energen  According to a media note issued in this regard, the Special Court for CBI Cases, in Spl. CC No. 1/2022, passed orders on April 28, 2026, quashing the pending case. With this development, cases filed earlier by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and Enforcement Directorate (ED) against Buhari and others have reportedly been quashed by judicial forums including the CESTAT Mumbai, the Delhi High Court and the Madras High Court. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  Ahmed Buhari, promoter of Coastal Energy and Coastal Energen, which operates a 1,200 MW Independent Powe...

சென்னை, மே 19, 2026: தமிழ்நாடு மருந்து வணிகர்கள் சங்கம் சார்பில், அகில இந்திய மருந்து வணிகர்கள் சம்மேளனம் அறிவுறுத்தலின்படி, வருகின்ற மே 20, 2026 புதன்கிழமை அன்று தமிழகம் முழுவதும் ஒரு நாள் முழு மருந்தக கடையடைப்பு போராட்டம் நடைபெற உள்ளது என்று அறிவிக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது. இதுகுறித்து நடைபெற்ற பத்திரிகையாளர் சந்திப்பில் சங்க நிர்வாகிகள் கலந்து கொண்டு, ஆன்லைன் மருந்து விற்பனை காரணமாக பொதுமக்களின் உயிர் பாதுகாப்பு, சிறு வணிகர்களின் வாழ்வாதாரம் மற்றும் போலி மருந்து விற்பனை போன்ற பல்வேறு பிரச்சினைகள் தீவிரமடைந்து வருவதாக தெரிவித்தனர். Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  சங்கத் தலைவர் A. Ramesh, பொதுச் செயலாளர் G. Ashok, பொருளாளர் M. Ganesa Moorthy, நிர்வாகச் செயலாளர் S. Elangovan மற்றும் AIOCD ஒருங்கிணைப்பாளர் M. Arul Kumar உள்ளிட்டோர் கலந்து கொண்டனர். போராட்டத்தின் முக்கிய கோரிக்கைகள் மருத்துவர் பரிந்துரை சீட்டு மற்றும் மருந்தாளுநர் மேற்பார்வை இன்றி நடைபெறும் ஆன்லைன் மருந்து விற்பனையால் பொதுமக்களின் உயிருக்கு ஆபத்து ஏற்படுவதாக சங்கம் குற்றஞ்சாட்டியுள்ளது. குறிப்பாக வலி நிவாரணி, தூக்க மாத்திரைகள...

Chennai, May 17, 2026: The The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced a series of new initiatives, academic collaborations, governance frameworks, and professional development programmes aimed at strengthening corporate governance, sustainability, professional excellence, and global outreach. As part of its efforts to deepen sector-specific governance discussions, the Southern India Regional Council of ICSI organized the two-day Tamil Nadu State Conference 2026 in Chennai on May 16 and 17. The conference, themed “Metamorphosis: Sector Specific Governance Architect,” brought together governance professionals, policymakers, industry experts, and thought leaders from the five southern states to deliberate on evolving governance frameworks and compliance practices through panel discussions and interactive sessions. Addressing the conference, Pawan G. Chandak, President of ICSI, highlighted the rising demand for Company Secretaries in India amid the country’s rapidly...

Chennai, May 17, 2026: The pre-release event of upcoming action entertainer Athiradi was held in a grand manner with the presence of the film’s cast, crew and several distinguished guests from the film fraternity and sports world. The event created huge excitement among cinema fans ahead of the movie’s theatrical release on May 22 in Tamil Nadu. The film stars Tovino Thomas, Basil Joseph, Zarin Shihab and Riya Shibu in prominent roles. The movie is written and directed by Arun Anirudhan and jointly produced by Dr. Ananthu S and Basil Joseph. Youtube Shorts Link: The highlight of the event was the presence of Indian cricketer Sanju Samson, who attended the event as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he extended his best wishes to the entire Athiradi team and appreciated the growing collaboration between Malayalam and Tamil cinema industries. Speaking at the event, Basil Joseph expressed confidence that Athiradi would entertain audiences with its action-packed narrative and e...

Chennai, May 15, 2026: At a time when India is witnessing unprecedented urban expansion and infrastructure growth, Chennai-based Crescent School of Business (CSB), under the B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, has launched a specialised MBA in Real Estate Management (MBA-REM) in collaboration with Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), one of the world’s most respected professional bodies in land, property, construction and infrastructure. As part of this launch, a MOU was exchanged between Crescent School of Business and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors in the presence of academicians, and real estate Credai industry leaders. The programme aims to create a new generation of professionals capable of leading the convergence of management, technology, sustainability and the built environment — sectors that are becoming increasingly critical as India accelerates toward becoming a global economic powerhouse. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇...

Chennai, May 15, 2026: Marking World Thalassemia Day 2026, Apollo Cancer Foundation along with Apollo Speciality Hospitals celebrated the inspiring journeys of 30 Thalassemia survivors while reaffirming its commitment towards awareness, early diagnosis and access to advanced treatment for children battling the hereditary blood disorder. India continues to carry one of the world’s highest Thalassemia burdens, with an estimated 1–1.5 lakh children living with the condition and nearly 10,000–15,000 affected babies born every year. Medical experts estimate that close to 42 million Indians are carriers of beta-thalassemia, underlining the urgent need for increased awareness, carrier screening and timely medical intervention. Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disorder in which the body is unable to produce healthy haemoglobin adequately, often leading to severe anaemia and lifelong dependence on blood transfusions. If left untreated, the condition can result in serious complications affectin...