CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, January 27, 2026: In a significant boost to pediatric emergency care, SI Investments & Broking Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, along with the Rotary Club of Madras, donated a state-of-the-art Mobile Pediatric ICU Ambulance to Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital (KKCTH). Valued at Rs 31 lakhs, the advanced life support ambulance is set to play a vital role in saving the lives of critically ill newborns and children. Established in 1979, Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital is among India’s leading pediatric healthcare institutions, renowned for delivering world-class medical care at affordable costs. The hospital caters largely to underprivileged children and offers a full spectrum of services — from outpatient care to highly specialized procedures including pediatric cardiac, neurological and abdominal surgeries, dialysis, and ECMO support. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Bala Ramachandran, Head of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, highlighted th...

Chennai | 27 January 2026: Doctors across India are sounding an alarm over the rising incidence of secondary glaucoma linked to the widespread and often unsupervised use of steroids. Commonly prescribed for allergies, skin disorders, respiratory conditions and even used as over-the-counter eye drops, steroids can significantly increase eye pressure when taken for prolonged periods—silently damaging the optic nerve and leading to irreversible blindness. India is already home to an estimated 12–13 million people living with glaucoma, accounting for nearly one-sixth of the global burden. Worldwide, glaucoma affects about 75–80 million people, a figure projected to cross 110 million by 2040. Despite being the leading cause of irreversible blindness, glaucoma remains severely underdiagnosed in India, with nearly 85–90% of cases going undetected. “The worrying trend we see is steroid-induced glaucoma, especially among patients self-medicating without medical supervision,” said Dr Soundari S,...

Chennai; January 26, 2026: Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, today unveiled the all-new Renault Duster, marking the return of an iconic nameplate that pioneered the mid-size SUV segment in India. Staying true to its rugged, adventure-first DNA, the new Duster takes a decisive leap forward with major advancements in design, powertrain technology, comfort, safety and ownership experience—areas that matter most to Indian SUV buyers. In a first-of-its-kind industry event, the new Renault Duster was revealed at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, before a crowd of over 15,000 enthusiasts, alongside members of the iconic “Gang of Dusters” community, underlining the strong emotional connect the SUV enjoys in the country. The new Duster is the first product to be unveiled under Renault Group’s International Game Plan in India, reinforcing the brand’s renewed focus on targeted investments and product expansion as part of its global growth strategy. Speaking on the occasi...