CHENNAI PRESS NEWS

Chennai, India | 4 February 2025: MrMed, a direct-to-patient platform for critical care and super-specialty medicines, today announced a new phase of accelerated growth, backed by expanded physical infrastructure, enhanced cold-chain capabilities, and a growing national footprint. (L to R) Devashish Singh, Co-founder & CEO, MrMed; Saurab Jain, Co-founder, MrMed Underscoring its commitment to timely access to life-saving and temperature-sensitive medicines, MrMed has strengthened its on-ground presence with new operations in Guwahati, complementing its existing infrastructure in Chennai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. The expansion is designed to improve last-mile delivery and significantly reduce fulfilment timelines across regions. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  As part of this phase, MrMed has also launched an offline cold-chain storage facility in Bengaluru, reinforcing the city’s position as a strategic fulfilment hub for Karnataka and the wider South India region. Chen...

Chennai, 4th February 2026: ICL Fincorp has announced the launch of its latest public issue of Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs), opening on 5th February 2026, offering investors an effective yield of up to 12.25%. Designed to suit diverse investment needs, the issue provides flexible tenure and interest payout options, making it a compelling opportunity for investors seeking stable and secure returns. (L to R) T.V.Visakh Company Secretary; HE Hon. Adv. K. G. Anilkumar, CMD, ICL Fincorp Ltd / Goodwill Ambassador, LACTC; Madhavankutty. T, Chief Finance Officer  Buoyed by the overwhelming response to its earlier NCD offerings, ICL Fincorp expressed gratitude to its investors for their continued trust and confidence. This strong support reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering robust, customer-focused financial solutions that evolve with investor expectations. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  The NCD issue will remain open until 18th Februar...

Chennai, 3rd February 2026: Marking World Cancer Day, GEM Hospital today reaffirmed its commitment to advancing accessible and patient-centric cancer care with the launch of Dr. GEM, an innovative AI++ GEM Intelligence chatbot for cancer, and the inauguration of two new patient-focused initiatives—free cancer screening programmes for pensioners and a free second opinion consultation for all cancer patients throughout the month of February. (L to R) Dr.V. Vanmathy, Head & Senior Consultant – Anaesthesia And Pain Medicine, Gem Hospital;  Rtn. Balakrishnan, President, Rotary Club of Madras Central;  Prof. E. Hemanth Raj, Vice Chairman, Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar; Dr.S.Asokan, CEO,  Gem Hospital; Dr. P. Senthilnathan, Director – GEM Hospital The event was graced by Chief Guest Prof. E. Hemanth Raj, Vice Chairman, Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, who emphasized the critical role of early detection in improving survival rates and quality of life. Highlighting cur...

Chennai, January 28, 2026: Building on the success of its inaugural edition, Dream Sports Foundation (DSF) has announced the second edition of the Dream Sports Championship Table Tennis 2026 (DSC TT), a premier U-15 national tournament aimed at nurturing India’s next generation of table tennis talent.  Souswarya’s serve against Vatsal during the high-octane encounter at the Dream Sports Championship Table Tennis (DSC TT) Supported by the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) and mentored by Indian legend Sharath Kamal, the championship will be held from January 31 to February 5, 2026, at the Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, Chennai, with all matches live-streamed on FanCode. Reinforcing DSF’s focus on long-term athlete development, the championship will offer a clear progression pathway. The top eight boys and top eight girls from DSC TT 2026 will be drafted into Dream UTT Juniors, an U-15 tournament in collaboration with Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), providing...

Chennai, February 2, 2026: Rela Hospital has successfully performed India’s first right transradial WEB embolisation, a cutting-edge minimally invasive procedure to treat a ruptured brain aneurysm, saving the life of a 60-year-old woman with a rare and complex wide-neck aneurysm. (L to R) Dr. Mohamed Nidhal S, Associate Consultant – Neuroanesthesiology & Neurocritical Care;  Dr. M. Anbuselvam, Senior Consultant - Neurosurgeon;  Dr. Natesan Damodaran,Clinical Lead - Epilepsy & Functional Neurosurgery;  Prof. Mohamed Rela, Chairman, Rela Hospital;  Dr. Muralidharan Vetrivel,Consultant - Cerebrovascular & Neurooncology, Neurosciences;  Dr. Ramanan Rajagopal, Clinical Lead - Neuroanaesthesia and Intensive Care;  Dr. Sharanya Shankar, Neuro Emergency Physician The patient, a Chennai-based homemaker, was rushed to the hospital after experiencing a sudden, severe headache followed by loss of consciousness. On arrival, she was found to have extreme...

Chennai, 1st February 2026: Chennai witnessed an inspiring display of unity and community spirit as over 7,050 participants came together for the 4th Edition of the K10K Cancer Awareness Run, organised by Kauvery Hospital. The annual event has steadily grown into a significant city-wide initiative aimed at spreading awareness about cancer, emphasising the importance of early screening, and promoting preventive healthcare. Runners from diverse age groups and backgrounds participated in the 5 km and 10 km categories, including fitness enthusiasts, families, students, corporate teams, and seasoned athletes. The strong turnout underscored Chennai’s increasing commitment to proactive health practices and timely cancer screening.  The 10 km run was flagged off by Thiru Ma. Subramanian, Honourable Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, while the 5 km run was flagged off by Thiru Vijaykumar, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic South, lending strong institu...

Chennai, January 31, 2026: Kauvery Hospital has officially begun the final countdown to the 4th Edition of the K10K Cancer Awareness Run with the successful distribution of race kits, setting the tone for one of Chennai’s most anticipated community health initiatives. The main run is scheduled for February 1, 2026, and is expected to bring together thousands of runners, families, corporates, and fitness enthusiasts in a powerful show of solidarity for cancer awareness. The race kit distribution event was inaugurated by the Oncologists of Kauvery Hospital, Chennai, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to early detection, prevention, and education in the fight against cancer. Over the past three years, the K10K Run has witnessed steady and significant growth, with participation crossing 12,000 runners, reflecting Chennai’s rising public engagement with preventive healthcare initiatives. Press meet Youtube Video link 👇  What began as a focusedChennai Comes Together for Kauvery Hospi...