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IIM Raipur is collaborating with Veranda Learning Solutions Limited (“Veranda”), a public listed education company (BSE: 543514, NSE: VERANDA), represented by its brand Edureka Higher Ed, to launch an Executive Development Programme (EDP) in General Management. This one-year programme will be offered through a combination of on-the-campus immersion modules and live online sessions. This programme has been designed to up skill working professionals to foresee and take advantage of business opportunities, as well as, confront challenges in this world of uncertainty. Learners in this programme will become the managers of tomorrow, agile and capable of handling ambiguity. The programme is uniquely designed with structured academic curriculum that will be taught by experienced IIM faculty. The programme will help professionals secure in-depth exposure to emerging themes, acquire a 360-degree approach to Management, gain access to an exclusive Startup Bootcamp and personalized Career Suppo...

In a significant development for sportspersons, patients with diabetes and the middle aged, Apollo Hospitals has introduced hydrodilatation as a part of the advanced treatment plan for those with a frozen shoulder on 24 th Feb 2023 in Chennai. Ms Preeta Reddy, Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Group, said, “We are pleased to offer this treatment that comes as key respite to patients. Our aim is to enable patients to lead fulfilling lives free from mental and physical pain and this initiative is a step towards that. Our healthcare models will continue to combine technology and care and offer comprehensive approaches to treatment.” Dr B Sivaraman, Orthopaedic Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, said, “This is a rapid, non-surgical and cost-effective intervention for patients experiencing this condition. During this process, we inject about 100 to 150 ml of normal saline into the capsule (which is tight and frozen) of the shoulder under ultrasound guidance. We perform this...

India’s G20 Sherpa Shri Amitabh Kant and the United Nations India Resident Coordinator Mr Shombi Sharp participated in the event ‘Model G20 Discussion - Youth for LiFE’. On the occasion, United Nations India Resident Coordinator Mr Shombi Sharp said, “India has become a global leader in Climate Action.” He added that the country is in a suitable position to bring different countries together and refocus attention on addressing the important issues of climate change along with development. The meeting was a simulation exercise of a G20 meeting where school students essayed the roles of delegates of G20 and discussed Youth for LiFE (Lifestyle For Environment).   During the event, Shomi Sharp said,” India is in a unique position to resolve the differences among different countries and  refocus attention on climate change and other developmental challenges. “Sharp stated also that this planet is facing climate change, degradation of biodiversity and pollution. Today the young le...

Hey mommies and daddies! We know that you love to see your baby look cute. Newly opened Adyar New Born store is the best place to find some really cute outfits and toys for your babies. The store has everything you'll need to buy for your newborn like diapers, clothes, bedding, gifts, toys, bath, skin care & feeding products. You must check out their soft toy collection. They have something for all small children. Adyar New Born is at Gokul Arcade, Shop no-37/38, Basement, N0-2, Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai-20. The shop can be contacted on 91-44- 42116080 and 91-44-42116869.

TANKER (Tamilnad Kidney Research) Foundation is a registered non-profit charitable Organization started in June 1993 with the aim of helping under-privileged patients with kidney disease by giving Subsidized Dialysis and one time financial help for medication, investigation and transplantation and spread awareness about kidney disease. The RO Plant for the Ambattur unit and Cots for 4 other TANKER units donated by ICICI Foundation was inaugurated on 16th February 2023 by Mrs. Aarthi Kannan, Zonal Head-GIB, ICICI Bank Ltd in the presence of Mr. Raja, Regional Head- GIB, ICICI Bank Ltd. and other ICICI team members. This generous donation which amounted to over Rs 40 Lakhs will be beneficial to all patients. TANKER Foundation Managing Trustee, Mrs Latha A. Kumaraswami, welcomed the donors and gave an update of TANKER and said that so far TANKER has done more than 5 lakh free and subsidized dialysis through their 14 dialysis centres thanks to valuable support from the CMCHIS, Greater ...

National Green corps students from Chennai Middle School Balaji Nagar, Royapettah visited Pallikaranai Eco Park, the only ramsar site close to the city. Mr. Alagarasan, Editor Arivukkan explained the importance of wet lands and the role of younger generation in conservation of biodiversity. Also students watched the birds in the wet and with the guidance of Mr. Thangaraj, Chennai district NGC coordinator and Mrs.Manjula school teacher coordinator.

Veranda IAS, a subsidiary of Veranda Learning Solutions, has launched the Academy for Civil Service Aspirants (ACSA), a holistic residential programme for civil service aspirants, in Chennai. During the launch event held at Chennai on 15 th Feb 2023, Mr Bharath Seeman, CEO, Veranda IAS, handed over the Torch of Enlightenment to former IAS officer Mr. Sagayam, in a symbolic acknowledgement of his expertise in mentoring aspirants.   The programme, slated for a year, will admit those clearing the Veranda Entrance & Scholarship Test. Mr Sagayam will provide personal mentorship support to students of the Academy.   Top faculty from across India will instruct the aspirants and also facilitate internships.   Speaking on occasion, Mr.Bharath Seeman said, “We are delighted that we have someone of the caliber and stature of Mr Sagayam to mentor students for this programme. He is a role model who aligns with the values of our brand. He will inspire students and give them the ...

With over 120+ manufacturers exhibiting and several from Taiwan and other countries, 12th Source India witnessed keen participation with a target of over 4000-5000 visitors over two days. Organized by ELCINA, India's leading industry association representing electronic and IT manufacturers in association with the Govt. of Tamil Nadu.   With the presence of over 50 Industry leaders and officials as speakers in the Conference and 40 Buyer companies the event to establish and reinforce the the Indian ecosystem in making India a global sourcing hub for the world. Other notable speakers and dignitaries present at the august gathering and those expected on the following day include Guest of Honour: Thiru S Krishnan, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to Government, Industries Department.   -            Thiru Hans Raj Verma, IAS, MD TIIC -            Mr Arun Roy, IAS, Secretary, MSM...

The “INDIA MS DAY 2023 – MSSI Chennai Chapter” was held on 05, February 2023 at Anna Nagar Tower Park. Around 200 MSP’s, care takers & volunteers participated. The program started with a musical feast “Aagasam” and the Vaazhvi team. It was very enjoyable and refreshing for all the gathering. As the music played, members, MSP’s, caretakers, volunteers and the general public gathered as a human chain.  The Chief Guest of the program was Mr Gagandeep Singh Bedi IAS., Commissioner, Greater Chennai Corporation and the Guest of Honors was Mr K P Jain, Chairman, Zone 8, Greater Chennai Corporation, Mr MK Mohan MLA, Anna Nagar Constituency, and Mrs Pushpalatha, Councillor, Ward 103, Greater Chennai Corporation. All the MSP’s were provided with IMSD T – Shirts and Caps. Then members and MSP’s were pictured in Kiosks and selfie booths. It was followed by High tea & the celebration came to a close with the beat of song & music by the Vaazhvi team.

ELCINA, India's leading industry federation representing electronic and IT manufacturers, aims to support the value chain for Consumer Electronics, Telecom and IT enterprises, correlating their common interest with equipment, material and machinery producers for expansion of manufacturing, is delighted to announce that in association with the Government of Tamil Nadu, will host one of the largest Global exhibitions of the year - 12th SOURCE INDIA Summit is scheduled to take place on Feb 13-14 at Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai. SOURCE INDIA is a unique B2B platform created by the industry to accelerate the growth of Indian electronics hardware manufacturing. The Summit aims to impart importance and address challenges of the Indian Electronic and Semiconductor industry by empowering ESDM players and manufacturing enterprises for multi-fold growth on the remarkable stakeholder engagement front. The two days summit will discuss and deliberate upon the fast-changing aspects and challen...

HCL, a leading global conglomerate, along with the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) is all set to kick off its 21st Asian Junior Team Championships in Chennai at the Indian Squash & Triathlon Academy from 8th February 2023. Spanning five days, the tournament will witness participation from 10 Asian countries including Chinese Taipei, Hong-Kong (China), Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka and India. Including this year, Chennai has played host to the Championships five times.   Team India will be represented in the boy’s team’s category by Krishna Mishra (Asian Rank 7 (BU19), Paarth Ambani (Asian Rank 22 (BU19)), Sharan Punjabi (Asian Rank 31 (BU19) and Shaurya Bawa (Asian Rank 2 (BU19). The girl’s team’s category boasts of U-17 Champion Anahat Singh (Asian Junior Rank 3 (GU17)), Pooja Arthi R (Asian Junior Rank 7 (GU19)), Tiana Parasrampuria (Asian Junior Rank 5 (GU17)) and Yuvna Gupta (Asian Junior Rank 42 GU19). HCL has been supporting Squ...

The Apollo Hospitals group, one of Asia’s largest and the most trusted healthcare providers, has announced the launch of Apollo Clinical Intelligence Engine- a clinical decision support tool, to be open to use by all India doctors on Apollo 24|7’s platform. Developed using the latest techniques in AI and ML, this tool is all set to revolutionise Indian healthcare by exponentially elevating the accuracy of diagnosis, doctor productivity and patient satisfaction, all in one go. The Clinical Intelligence Engine is capable of analysing vast amounts of data to help healthcare professionals identify patterns which may be missed otherwise. Numerically speaking, the intelligence engine has over 1300 conditions and 800 symptoms in its vocabulary, covering 95% of everyday case mix in OPDs. Built by over 100 engineers, using 40 years of data from Apollo and the collective intelligence of 1000s of doctors along with supporting data from peer-reviewed journals, it is among the largest connected h...

The 2023 Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has the impetus to promote domestic industry and generate jobs in large numbers, said Mandalika Srinivas, Principal Chief Commissioner, O/o The Principal Chief Commissioner of GST & Central Excise, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry. Speaking at the FICCI's Post Budget Analysis 2023 event organised by FICCI Tamil Nadu State Council along with its knowledge partner BDO here on 2 nd Feb 2023, he said that the Budget is really a growth oriented one in that it has covered all sections of the people in the country, taking care of their interests in so many ways. He noted the Budget has given scope to green projects in the form of green fuel, green farming, green mobility, green buildings and green equipment. Mandalika Srinivas also said that several amendments have been proposed in the GST Law in the Finance Bill 2023, particularly in the filing of GST returns, availing of input tax credit, GST refund, GST registration...

JK Tyre, India’s leading tyre manufacturer and frontrunners of introducing breakthrough technology, on 1 st Feb 2023 unveiled two new additions in its SUV tyre segment- Ranger HPe and Ranger X-AT which are tailor made to handle extreme road conditions in Chennai.The launch is in sync with the company’s ongoing endeavor to identify and cater to its customer’s needs and provide highly advanced products that will further strengthen their existing product portfolio. Mr. Anuj Kathuria, President (India), JK Tyre & Industries unveiled the products in the presence of company officials and other guests. Amongst the cutting-edge technologies offered by JK Tyre, ‘Ranger’ is a multi-terrain, high performance SUV tyre series meant for all adventure enthusiasts. The new tyres featuring the most advanced technologies are developed specifically to cater to the unique mechanics and driving dynamics of modern-day SUVs. As the automotive industry continues to evolve owing to the rapid growth of...