CHENNAI PLUS

Gemini Edibles & Fats India Limited (GEF), one of the largest regional branded edible oil players in the Indian market with a presence in Southern India and certain states of Eastern India, is proposing its initial public offering (IPO), comprising an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 41.15 million equity shares.   The selling shareholders comprise Alka Chowdhry, Golden Agri International Enterprises Pte. Ltd. (GAIE), Black River Food 2 Pte. Ltd. and Investment & Commercial Enterprise Pte. Ltd. (ICE). Of the total shares offered, Alka Chowdhry and GAIE are each offering approximately 2.06 million shares, while Black River Food 2 and ICE are offering approximately 30.86 million and 6.17 million shares, respectively.   Headquartered in Hyderabad, GEFL, is led by an industry veteran Pradeep Kumar Chowdhry and is primarily engaged in the trading, processing, manufacturing and marketing of edible oils and specialty fats and is now evolving into an integrated consumer br...

Interio by Godrej, a leading furniture brand from the Godrej Enterprises Group, is transforming furniture shopping experience by combining personalisation, digital engagement and physical retail at scale. Its digital engagement tools have contributed to 6% improvement in conversion rates, as the brand integrates AI-powered recommendations, 3D visualisation, room planning and configurable furniture solutions across the customer journey. Interio's e-commerce business has grown 14x over the last three years and now contributes 15% to its furniture business. The brand has also expanded its delivery and installation network from 1,200 to 20,000+ pincodes, while enabling 24-hour delivery and installation across state capitals. Post rebranding, Interio has moved from a traditional product-led retail approach towards an experience-led model that connects physical stores, digital platforms and design consultations. The technology-led approach has been implemented across 137 stores using d...

Indian Community Welfare Organisation (ICWO) conducted the ICWO–Just Rights for Children (JRC) Tamil Nadu Project Induction Training Programme on 21st August 2026 at the ICWO Head Office, Anna Nagar West, Chennai. The Induction Training programme brought together the District teams from seven districts of Tamil Nadu — Chennai, Chengalpattu, Namakkal, Ranipet, Salem, Tiruvallur and Villupuram — to build a common understanding of the project objectives, child protection mechanisms, roles and responsibilities, performance expectations, financial procedures, documentation and reporting requirements. The programme commenced with a welcome address by Mr. A. J. Hariharan , Founder and Secretary, ICWO, who welcomed all the participants and highlighted the organisation's long-standing commitment towards the protection and welfare of vulnerable children and communities. Ms. Shekinah Sidkeenu, Programme Director , ICWO–JRC Project , also addressed the participants and provided an overview...

The stage is set, the mics are ready, and the hunt for Tamil Nadu’s next major singing sensation is officially on! As the globally iconic Indian Idol franchise makes its historic debut in Tamil, all eyes have been on who will take the coveted judges' seats. Now, the wait is finally over. Sony is thrilled to announce a star-studded, powerhouse trio who will mentor, critique, and champion the state's finest grassroots talent: legendary playback singer Karthik, the undisputed king of groove Benny Dayal, and versatile actress-singer Andrea Jeremiah. This trio brings the perfect balance of technical mastery, stage-shattering energy, and modern musicality to the panel. Sharing their excitement about joining the biggest musical reality show in the country, the judges conveyed their heartfelt wishes to the singers who will be coming for auditions: Karthik said, “Tamil Nadu has such a deep and diverse musical culture, and I am certain that Tamil Idol is going to uncover voices tha...

DePuy Synthes, a global leader in orthopaedic technologies and solutions, today announced a new initiative with the Department of Orthopedics at Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore to create a specialized Orthopaedic Skill Lab at the college. The strategic partnership was extended with the aim of facilitating procedural simulation, instrumentation training, and increasing awareness of technology-assisted surgery for orthopaedic residents, fellows, and faculty. The lab provides residents and fellows with a structured introduction to modern orthopaedic tools, implant management, and surgical processes through saw-bone practice, faculty-led case discussions, and a gradual introduction to technology-assisted techniques, developing essential skills prior to or alongside live surgeries. Tamil Nadu hosts 78 medical colleges, making it one of India's largest hubs for medical training. As orthopaedic care advances towards greater specialisation and incorporates new technologies, So...

Chennai is all set to witness a musical moment as the first on-ground auditions of Tamil Idol begin on August 23. As the city opens its doors to aspiring singers from across Tamil Nadu, Vikkals Vikram and Pooja Venkat join the first season as hosts, bringing their energy and warmth to the much-awaited singing competition. Brought to Tamil audiences by Sony VIZHA and Sony LIV, Tamil Idol, with Super Judge A.R. Rahman at the helm, is set to discover and celebrate extraordinary voices from across the state. The Chennai auditions will be held at Velammal Vidyalaya Annexure, Mel Ayanambakkam, inviting aspiring singers between the ages of 14 and 30 to step forward and showcase their talent. As hosts, Vikkals Vikram and Pooja Venkat will meet contestants, hear their stories and be part of their experience as the auditions unfold across Tamil Nadu. Vikkals Vikram said, “Tamil Nadu is a land of incredible musical talent, and I am thrilled and honoured to be part of a platform that gives t...