CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, May 9, 2025: Hon’ble Union Labour and Employment and Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya presented the 27th and 28th Mahaveer Awards, instituted by the Bhagwan Mahaveer Foundation, honouring champions of diverse humanitarian causes including non-violence, education, medicine, and community service, at a grand function held in the city. The event also witnessed the presentation of Dr. Nemichand Jain Memorial Award to Prof. Bhagchandra Jain , author of Jain Sanskrutik Chetna Ke Swar, for propagating the teachings of Bhagwan Mahaveer; the award carries a cash prize of Rs. 2 lakh. The awards were presented in the presence of Shri T.S. Krishnamurthy , Former Chief Election Commissioner of India and Member of the Mahaveer Awards Selection Jury; Shri S. Prasanchand Jain, Managing Trustee of the Bhagwan Mahaveer Foundation; Shri Pramod Jain, Shri Vinoth Kumar and Shri Pratik Jain, Trustees of the Foundation. (L to R)  Pramod Jain, Trustee, BMF; Pratik Jain, ...

Chennai, May 10, 2025 – The 9th edition of Rhapsody – Celebrating for a Cause, the annual cultural fundraiser by the Thenmozhi Memorial Trust, captivated hearts and raised hope at the Sir Mutha Venkatasubba Rao Concert Hall. Held on the eve of Mother’s Day, the event is a heartfelt tribute to Founder Arun Kumar’s late mother, Thenmozhi, and furthers her legacy by supporting underprivileged cancer patients through art, awareness, and fundraising. An evening of cultural brilliance and heartfelt moments, Rhapsody 2025 featured a vibrant lineup of performances: Stand-up comedy by ‘Manager Anaachi’  Ramkumar Natarajan Live music by Aparna Narayanan & Prasanna Mime act by Mime Gopi Mimicry by Kuraishi Dance performance by the Agni Crew Fashion walk featuring cancer survivor warriors, with actress Sai Dhanshika as the showstopper Special appearances by:  Archana Chandhoke, Raveena Daha, Sunita Gogoi, Monisha Blessy, Sai Dheena and other celebrated personalities who added...

Chennai, May 8, 2025: In a landmark surgical achievement, a multidisciplinary transplant team at MGM Healthcare successfully performed a complex renal re-transplant on a 12-year-old child from Lucknow , born with a rare vascular condition—classified as a V4 venous anomaly—that involved the absence of major abdominal veins and vein networks from birth. The child had previously undergone a kidney transplant but had experienced graft failure and is waiting for the re-transplant. However, the absence of the usual venous drainage system presented a major surgical challenge. Demonstrating remarkable innovation, the surgical team identified and reused the venous pathways from the earlier transplant to ensure safe and effective placement and blood flow (perfusion) of the new graft. The old kidney graft was carefully removed while preserving the existing venous structures to facilitate the second transplant. The child is recovering well, demonstrating early graft function with no vascular or ur...

Chennai, 8th May, 2025:  In a major breakthrough, researchers from the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) in Chennai, India, and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri , USA have jointly announced the discovery of a new subtype of MODY diabetes, potentially transforming how certain forms of the disease are diagnosed and treated worldwide. The discovery centers around a rare, inherited form of diabetes called Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY), a genetic form of diabetes typically diagnosed in childhood and adolescence and has been published online ahead of print in the prestigious journal ‘Diabetes’, published by the American Diabetes Association. (L to R)  Dr. V. Mohan, Chairman of MDRF;  Dr. Radha Venkatesan, Executive Scientific Officer and Head of Molecular Genetics The study, based on a collaborative investigation involving detailed genetic and functional analyses of Indian patients clinically diagnosed with MODY, reveals a g...

Chennai, May 07, 2025: The All-India Russian Education Fair for the academic year 2025-2026 will take place on 10th and 11th May at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Chennai. Featuring the direct participation of as many as eight leading higher educational institutions, all belonging to the Russian government, the fair offers as many as 10,000 MBBS seats for the Indian students, up from 8,000 seats last year. The rise in the number of seats reflects the growing demand for medical education in Russia, the only foreign country at present to fully comply with the National Medical Commission of Indias latest norms set for medical education overseas. (L to R) Ms.Natalia Alshuk, Head of the International Relations Department at Volgograd State Medical University; Valerii Khodzhaev, Consul General, Consulate General, Russian Federation in Chennai, South India; Alexander Dodonov, Vice Consul & Director, Russian House, Chennai; Ravi Chandran. C, Managing Director, Study Abroad E...

Chennai, May 5th 2025– Bio Revive, Chennai’s newest integrative beauty and wellness destination, officially opened its doors with a grand launch celebration in Poes Garden. This momentous event marked the beginning of a new chapter in holistic wellness, one that combines advanced diagnostics, cutting-edge technology, and personalized care under one roof. (L to R) Dr.Aishwarya Selvaraj, Founder, Bio Revive; Actress Malaika Arora;  The event was graced by Malaika Arora, a celebrated icon of beauty, health, and timeless elegance , who attended as Guest of Honour. Malaika’s presence underscored the brand’s focus on longevity, mindful living, and the power of intentional self-care. “Bio Revive is a space that resonates with my own belief that wellness is not a luxury, it’s a lifestyle,” she shared at the event. Launch Youtube video Coverage link 👇 At the helm of Bio Revive is Dr. Aishwarya Selvaraj , doctor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and mother , whose journey from founding Skin ...

Chennai, 4 May 2025: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, a leader in eye care in the country with a growing global presence, organised Reticon 2025 , a premier scientific meeting dedicated to advancements in retina care, with the theme of "Advancements in Retina", bringing together over 1500 vitreoretinal specialists, postgraduates, and general ophthalmologists from India and abroad. Reticon 2025 was inaugurated by Dr. Kalanidhi Veeraswamy, Member of Parliament , Chennai North and guest of honor Dr. Mohan Rajan, Vice President, All India Ophthalmological Society in the presence of Prof. Dr. Amar Agarwal , Chairman of Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, and Dr. Ashvin Agarwal, Chief Clinical Officer. Youtube Video Coverage 👇  The annual event, stepping into its 15th year, aimed at disseminating the latest knowledge on diagnosing and managing vitreoretinal disorders, offering updates on cutting-edge techniques and technologies in this rapidly evolving field. It featured over 30 distinguished sp...