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Bridgestone India announced the launch of its new tyre for the construction and mining sector. This is sector operates tippers and dumpers that are used for heavy loads. The new axle norms announced by the Union transport ministry permitted trucks to carry up to 20% more weight. This increase in the load required tyres that could handle the excess weight. Bridgestone’s new tyre the L370HL addresses this requirement. Tippers and dumpers are used in rough terrain and as such need a stronger tyre that can sustain the rigours of the terrain as well as a design that enables the vehicle’s movement on roads.   Bridgestone India has used proprietary software to design this tyre to cater to this requirement. The L370HL tyre is made of special tread compound that offers excellent cut-chip resistance on off road thereby extending tyre life. “Cost efficient logistics are key to the economics of the construction and mining sector. Downtime because of tyre malfunction can negatively impact the...

Emerald Haven Realty Ltd (TVS Emerald), the real estate arm of TVS Group Company, announced a unique limited period finance scheme for its newly launched project, TVS Emerald Atrium @GreenAcres, a gated apartment housing project which is a part of 18-acre community development project ‘TVS Emerald Green Acres’.   As a part of the limited period finance 10-85-5 scheme, home buyers will need to pay only 10% on booking and 85% of payment after 2 years, on completion of flooring of the purchased unit, or Jan’24 whichever is earlier. The balance 5% is payable during the possession of the apartment. This unique limited period finance scheme is launched keeping customer centricity in mind. It gives home buyers payment flexibility as they need not take up a home loan until 2 years, as no demand would be raised. The scheme can be availed till 15th December 2021. SriramIyer, President & CEO, TVS Emerald, said, “We are delighted with the strong positive response to our newly launched ...

  Chennai, November 26, 2021 :      Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), leading telecom operator, today demonstrated a range of 5G-based technology solutions as part of its ongoing 5G trials on Govt. allocated 5G spectrum in Pune, Maharashtra and Gandhinagar, Gujarat.   According to Ravinder Takkar, MD & CEO, Vodafone Idea Limited, “With our 5G trials underway, Vi is preparing to take India on the next journey of fifth generation wireless mobile communication technology. Our 5G trials showcase a whole new world of possibilities across various domains that promise a new era of technology advancement in India. I am confident that 5G will bring a better tomorrow that will deliver significant benefits to consumers, businesses and society, driving digital economy growth in India.”     With the purpose for a better tomorrow, Vi has been conducting 5G trials and developed a wide range of use cases relevant for Enterprises and Consumers in India. Vi has partn...

  TVS Credit Services Limited and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to design and boost innovation programs and carry out joint research activities. This partnership acquires significance as TVS Credit - one of the fastest-growing NBFCs in the country, and IITM- a symbol of excellence in academia are coming together to collaborate on Innovation programs, provide training, research and consultation to young professionals. The collaboration would bring together academic stalwarts and professionals who would jointly design, develop and deliver cutting edge technology projects, research and embark on consultation in the areas of management and financial inclusion.   This partnership aims to provide Technology solutions in the space of Fintech and Data Science. Under this alliance, both organisations will explore opportunities for undertaking joint research projects and formulate academic activities such as short courses, ...

JCI India is a voluntary organization, membership-based NGO working in India since 1949 for developing the leadership skills of young men and women of this country. It is affiliated to Junior Chamber International (JCI), a worldwide federation of young leaders and entrepreneurs founded in 1944, having headquartered at Chester Field USA. Currently it has over 200,000 active members and more than one million graduates, in over 100 countries and 6,000communities. JCIIndiaistheSecondlargestMemberNationofJuniorChamberInternational.Currently we are active in more than 26 states and union territories of India. Zonal Conference of Zone XVI of JCI India – Bandham was held in Puducherry at Puducherry Technical University in which around 300 delegates from around eight Revenue Districts of Tamil Nadu have participated. Zone Presidents from other Zones of Tamil Nadu were also present. Honourable Chief Minister of Puducherry Shri Rangasamy was the Chief Guest, Honourable Member of the Parliam...

Bharatiya Janata Party Tamil Nadu Youth Development and Sports Cell had grandly organized a spectacular Felicitation Ceremony of Former Indian Women’s Basketball Team Captain Smt. Anitha Pauldurai (Padma Shri Awardee). The special guests that grace the occasion were Shri M Chakravarthy | Shri M N Raja,State Vice Presidents, BJP TN, Shri Karu Nagarajan, State General Secretary, BJP TN, Smt Sumati Venkatesan, State Secretary, BJP TN, Shri Purushothaman, Chairman South India, Sr Vice President KMGF India, General Secretary KMGF, Tamil Nadu.   Shri S Amar Prasad Reddy, State President, Youth Development and Sports Cell, BJP TN introduced the gathering. Shri K Annamalai Ex I.P.S, State President, BJP TN rendered the presidential address in the presence of a Special Invitees namely, Ms Jayalakshmi, Athlete | Olympian, Shri Riaz Ahmed, Hockey Olympian and President, Table Tennis Association, Tn, Shri Adam Sinclair, Hockey Olympian and President, Khelo Masters, Tn, Shri Dr. Anand Nataraja...

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), India’s leading telecom service provider, today announced the launch of its new tariff plans for prepaid users in India. The new plans will be available starting 25 th November 2021.   The new plans will start the process of ARPU improvement and help address the financial stress faced by the industry.   These tariff plans will allow VIL to continue improving India’s Fastest Mobile Network, verified by Ookla®, the global leader in fixed broadband and mobile network testing applications. Vi remains committed to play its role in accelerating the realization of the Digital India vision of the government.   In line with its commitment to providing its customers with simple and convenient products, Vi has curated an optimum range of feature rich plans for both voice and data. Customers can avail their benefits by selecting the plan best suited to their specific needs.   Users can visit www.myvi.in for more details , starting 25 th No...

Chennai Enviro has yet again done a timely intervention in Chennai, providing relief to the existing crisis there. The waste accumulation has multiplied there, posing health hazards and environmental degradation. The Chennai Enviro operations personnel is on ground or say in water doing every bit to perform intensive mass cleaning across the city. Waste collection is expeditiously being carried out by street sweepers, dost vehicles and standby BOVs. This process is being carried out by boats in the water logged areas.  Safety first, there is regular sanitizing being done by disinfectant solutions and bleaching powder. Chennai Enviro has extended helping hands to clear out the roadblocks as well. Always on the benevolent foot, the company is reinforcing community support in the form of providing food and distributed 1000 blankets to the flood affected people, supporting the community kitchen and recovering stranded vehicles safely. Ensuring complete attendance of the staff, Chenn...

Indian Community Welfare Organisation with the support of Enfants du monde -Belgium awarded educational scholarship for multiple marginalized 350 children in Chennai on 17 th November 2021 at ICWO head office in Anna Nagar. Mr. Isidore a volunteer from Enfants du monde -Belgium awarded the Scholarship to the children in the presence of   A.J.Hariharan, Secretary-ICWO. The children were provided notebooks, health mix, dates and Internet Charges paid for their online classes. Isidore Beauraing from Belgium, was an orphan who was adopted when he was a small boy years ago from Mangalore. Visiting India in 1994 after a long time had created a felt deep in his heart to carry forward the goodness of helping the needy orphans and children. Isidore a Postal Department Branch Manager in Belgium, feels happiness when he extends his helping hands towards various children educational projects. On 17 th November 2021, Isidore giving away educational scholarship to children at ICWO will...

Chennai: November 17 2021: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai is the pioneer ( s ince 2010) in utilizing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) .During the brutal second wave of Covid-19, the team broke records by successfully helping lung function to recover in the largest number of patients in India.   What is ECMO? The patient’s blood is purified and oxygenated through large tubes placed inside large veins (close to the heart) and returned back by means of a pump. In the majority of patients who have COVID-19 that causes lung failure, only lung support is required. In a small number of patients, it is required for the support of the heart function also.   Apollo Hospitals in Chennai has the country’s most advanced ECMO unit, which has successfully treated over 270 ECMO patients since 2010. ECMO is employed in a variety of situations, including poisoning, trauma, and infections such as H1N1, pre and post-transplant patient sand most recently, COVID -19.We have demonstrated ...

  In the aftermath of heavy rains and resultant floods across Chennai & Puducherry, The Akshaya Patra Foundation has endeavoured to provide essential food relief to the affected citizens through its network.   The Foundation’s centralised kitchens atThiruvanmiyurin Chennai and Lawspetin Puducherry are taking into account the gravity of the situation and extending support to the administration’s relief operation to help the affected people.A team comprising Akshaya Patra’s staff and local volunteers has been mobilised to distribute safe and hygienic food to people inthe flood-affected areas.   Over thelastweek, starting from 08 th September,the Foundation has served over 30,000 freshly cooked meals to more than 25,000 people. The food is being prepared in the centralised kitchens of the Foundation and transported to the affected areas through Akshaya Patra delivery vehicles. The menu comprises sambar-rice, vegetable biryani/pulav and vethakulambu.   Also, a...

TMB celebrated its Centenary Founders’ Day at Thoothukudi on 11.11.2021 in a grand manner. The bank had invited Shri Gopal Srinivasan, Chairman & Managing Director of M/s. TVS Capital Funds (P) Limited. As a part of celebration the bank had conducted various events and activities which include tributes to the Founders,100 th e-lobby of the bank was inaugurated by the Smt. T.Charusree, IAS,The Commissioner of Thoothukudi City Municipal Corporation, blood Donation camp/Medical camp orgainsed at Sree Lakshmi Mahal, Thoothukudi. In this camp, 60 nos of blood bags were collected which was handed over to the blood bank. A Mega Loan Disbursement program was arranged at Sree Lakshmi Mahal, Thoothukudi where Smt. Geetha Jeevan and Shri D. K. Senthilraj IAS, District Collector Thoothukudi handed over sanction / disbursement letters to the 200 no of beneficiaries. Shri P. Suriaraj, General Manager (HRDD) delivered welcome address and Mr. K. Vijayan DGM, Credit delivered Vote of Thanks. S...

Hon’ble Mr.K. Ramachandran, Minister for Forests, TamilNadu inaugurated the project “Responsible Travel” at Chennai on 08.11.2021 in the presence of Mr.Krishnakumar Kaushal,IFS   Additional PCCF, Mr. Vigyat,    EGF, Mr. Alex, Manager – CSR Programs, Royal Enfield and Mr. Shanmugam, Ex. M.L.A. Mr.A.S.Sankaranarayanan, Managing Trustee, NMCT, informed that the Project “Responsible Travel” funded by Royal Enfield and implemented by NMCT, with the objective of promoting Tourism and Responsible Travel, through eco – friendly practices, improved facilities, improved facilities and strengthening community / institutional engagements, in Coimbatore and Nilgiris Districts, covering Anamalai and Mudumalai Tiger Reserve Forest and Coimbatore Forest Division areas. Mr. Krishnakumar Kaushal IFS, Additional PCCF participated physically and felicitated the inaugural ceremony. Mr. Venkatesh IFS, Field Director Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, Mr. Ganesan IFS, Deputy Director, Anamalai Tiger ...

  While most of the organization are getting back to normal, cafeterias and food services providers are relying on digitalization and automation as the new precautionary measure in day-to-day operations. As corporates and industries are settling themselves in the new normal, technology is playing a prominent role in digitizing the process starting from food production to consumption while also enforcing social distancing norms. We see that the cafeterias are also evidencing a lot of digitalization and automation, in the areas of payment and order processing through digital solutions.   On the production front, newer methods and technologies are coming into picture for various areas such as i) reducing the amount of contact that goes into food production, ii) on how we procure and manage our inventory, iii) on managing waste, iv) and how we work with ingredients that are fresh and locally sourced as far as possible.  Every food dispatched is weighed, and at the end of ...

  One of the most sought-after barbecue restaurant chains of the country, Absolute Barbecues (AB’s), announced the Chettinad Food Festival named Absolute Samayal . The festival is going to kick off from 3rd Nov with a bang across the state and will be scheduled till 21st November 2021 for the foodies of Tamil Nadu.  A huge array of Chettinad cuisine with regular barbeque items will be available during the festival.  Now you can enjoy the Chettinad delicacies with a starting range of Rs 629 + GST only.  For more information & reservation please logon to www.absolutebarbecues.com

  One of the most sought-after barbecue restaurant chains of the country, Absolute Barbecues (AB’s), announced the Chettinad Food Festival named Absolute Samayal from their Velachery branch on Tuesday, 2nd November 2021. This is for the 2 nd time AB’s organizing this food festival at all branches in Tamil Nadu. The restaurant chain has 9 outlets across the state and the feast from the land of Chettiars will be available to all the following outlets from 3 rd November 2021. AB’s, which started in 2013, is already a well-known brand in the barbecue space with a presence in 20 cities in India with multiple footprints. The company runs two restaurants in Dubai as well.   “It has always been our endeavour to reach out to our customers on different things & this festival isn’t our brainchild. Since opening after lockdown, our customers have always been there with us and helped us several times during decision making. We were getting some hints from the customers that post Du...

  As part of the ongoing 5G trials in India, Vodafone Idea Ltd. (VIL) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) have partnered to showcase the power of 5G to revolutionize the healthcare sector in India by showing how 5G connectivity can enable access to healthcare in remote parts of the country. The 5G trial network set up by Vi on Govt allocated 3.5 GHz mid band & 26 GHz mmWave band in Pune, deploys Ericsson Radios and Ericsson Dual Mode Core based on cloud native technology comprising of 5G SA, 5G NSA & LTE packet core functions. Based on the high data speed, low latency and reliability of 5G, a doctor located in an urban center can actually carry out an ultrasound scan on a patient who is in a remote rural location. This is being trialed by Vi using Ericsson’s 5G infrastructure to showcase the power of 5G to reach healthcare to remote parts of the country. States Jagbir Singh, CTO, Vi , “Vi has developed a 5G ready network which builds on India’s fastest Vi GIGAnet network ver...