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Chief Medical Officer/ City APM, Madurai Corporation Dr. Sreegothai Chockkalingam and Tamilnad Kidney Research (TANKER) Foundation's Founder Trustee Dr. Georgi Abraham and Managing Trustee Mrs. Latha A. Kumaraswami, exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the presence of Mr. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, Honourable Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services, Government of Tamil Nadu. The MoU marks a significant step toward establishing a new dialysis unit at the Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC), Ansari Nagar (Old OT Building), Mahaboopalayam, Madurai. The unit is expected to become operational within the next 6 to 8 weeks. Under this collaboration, the Madurai Municipal Corporation  will provide the required infrastructure and equipment for the unit, along with Madurai Government Rajaji Hospital.  Tamilnad Kidney Research (TANKER) Foundation will operate and manage the dialysis services. Once operational, the facility is expected to b...

Mandala art is widely known for its therapeutic benefits. Creating or colouring mandala designs can help reduce stress, promote relaxation and serve as a form of art therapy that improves mental well-being. With this meaningful purpose, Sudha Lakshmi Rao, Trustee and a donor to TANKER Foundation since its inception, donated therapeutic mandala art books specially designed by her along with colouring materials to all the dialysis units of the Foundation. This thoughtful initiative is intended to help dialysis patients and their attendants engage in calming colouring activities that promote relaxation, positivity and emotional well-being. Such creative engagement can be particularly beneficial for patients undergoing dialysis and for caregivers who often experience stress and anxiety during treatment sessions.She will also be donating more books for all the staff of TANKER Foundation as she feels it will help them also.The donation took place on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Administ...

Uniqus Consultech, in partnership with the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), today launched the report “India IPO & Capital Markets Outlook” at the IVCA Conclave 2026 in Mumbai . The report provides a comprehensive analysis of India’s evolving capital market landscape, attractiveness of India as an investment destination, IPO trends, ownership patterns, and key aspects in the offer document from a regulatory lens. The report unveiled by Jamil Khatri, Co-Founder & CEO, Uniqus Consultech , and Rajat Tandon, President, IVCA , examines how India’s capital markets are undergoing a structural transformation driven by strong domestic participation, robust fundraising activity, and increasing global investor interest. India’s IPO market in 2025 remained resilient despite global volatility, raising INR 1.76 lakh crore , up 10% over 2024 , with 63% of proceeds from OFS and 37% from primary issuances . Market ownership is also shifting structurally, with DIIs ...

realme, the most popular smartphone brand among Indian youth, today announced the launch of the realme C83 5G , a powerful new addition to its C-series lineup designed to deliver long-lasting battery life, ultra-smooth visuals and reliable 5G performance. Built for users who demand endurance and everyday reliability, the realme C83 5G combines the segment’s biggest 7000mAh Titan Battery with a 144Hz display and 4-Year smooth performance. Segment’s Biggest 7000mAh Titan Battery with Long-Term Smoothness The realme C83 5G is equipped with a massive 7000mAh Titan Battery, the largest in its segment, ensuring all-day usage without battery anxiety. It supports 15W PD and 15W DCP charging, taking approximately 180 minutes for a full charge, along with 5W wired reverse charging to power other devices when needed. Designed for long-term reliability, the device also features 4-Year smooth performance, ensuring stable and smooth performance for up to four years. Powerful 6nm 5G Perform...

Siemens reinforced its position in India as a technology leader in Industrial AI, digital twins, automation, and electrification at its flagship event Transform – Siemens Innovation Day 2026. The event brought together CXOs, industry leaders, policymakers, partners and technology experts to experience how Siemens is shaping the next chapter of India’s industrial, infrastructure and mobility transformation—at speed, at scale, and with measurable impact. Siemens has over 700 digital references deployed across India in collaboration with 25 ecosystem partner.  During his keynote, Dr. Peter Koerte, Member of the Managing Board, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Siemens AG , said, “The AI revolution is as transformative for this century as electricity was for the last. What matters now is bringing AI into the real world of industry – into factories, infrastructure and energy systems. India is not just a key player in this transformation, it is a vital leader. With 15...

Swiggy, India’s pioneering on-demand convenience platform, and HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector bank, today announced the expansion of their co-branded credit card portfolio with the launch of two new variants: the Swiggy BLCK HDFC Bank Credit Card and the Swiggy Ornge HDFC Bank Credit Card . These new cards are designed to seamlessly integrate into the modern consumer's lifestyle, delivering exceptional value and maximizing rewards on high-frequency everyday spending, from food delivery and quick commerce to dining out, lifestyle shopping, and travel. Existing users of the Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card continue to enjoy strong cashback benefits across Swiggy and over 30+ leading online platforms like Cleartrip, Nykaa, Paytm Travel, Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra. A stronger rewards ecosystem Building on the success of the inaugural 2023 launch, both new and existing card members will now have access to a robust suite of elevated travel and lifestyle benefits. This in...