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  Chennai, 28th July, 2023:  The Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai has undergone a significant upgrade, including the installation of the Poligras Paris GT zero hockey turf, ahead of the start of the highly-anticipated Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023. The Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Shri M. K. Stalin, inaugurated the brand new turf today in a grand ceremony in the esteemed presence of the Hon'ble Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development Department of Tamil Nadu, Shri Udhayanidhi Stalin.  The Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 will also serve as a preparatory event for the all-important Hangzhou Asian Games. India, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Japan, and China will compete for the coveted Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 from 3rd August to 12th August. The intricately designed Hockey Zero turf is made with 80 percent sugarcane and manufactured with green energy. The turf requires less water and hence has been designed to make it frien

Chennai: Noted film star Bharat Suresh Gopi released a music album on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Lyricist and director Shornur Ravi, singer Rajan Kavalam and many others had participated in the event.  The album, which also depicts some of the unforgettable moments of Prime Minister Narendra Modiji, is produced by Mini Rajan and Dr. V. Vijayakumar under the banner 'We One Musicals'. Written and directed by Shornur Ravi and composed by Thomas Palackan, the album has singers Rajan Kavalam, Usha Raj and others. The album is planned to be dedicated to Prime Minister Modiji on his birthday on 17th September.

Chennai, 28 th  July, 2023:  Hockey India announced Apollo Hospitals as the official supplier of the upcoming Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023. As the designated medical partner, Apollo Hospitals will provide comprehensive medical support throughout the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023. The Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 will be held at Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai from 3rd August to 12th August. India will be up against Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Japan, and China during the Pool stage of the tournament. The Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 will also serve as a preparation event for the all-important Hangzhou Asian Games 2023. Apollo Hospitals is considered as the pioneer in the medical fraternity in India, running multi-speciality health care units across the country. Apollo has always ensured top quality facilities for one and all. From complex medical situations to handling emergencies with poise, Apollo has been at the forefront of it all

  The Tamilnadu State BJP party Chief Shri K. Annamalai has always felt that the services and advice of a capable Sportsperson is what is needed for the development of Sports and Champions on an International level in India. Meanwhile, Mr. S. Purushottaman, Chairman of Sports Connect, under the leadership of Shri K. Annamalai joined the BJP recently. In view of his vision of appointing the right personnel for the job, Mr. Purushottaman has been given the responsibility of being the Senior Advisor of the Sports and Skill Development Cell for the state of Tamilnadu. Congratulating him and celebrating this appointment are Mr Shiv Kumar - Director, Sports Connect Ms Gayatri - Director, Sports Connect, Mr Rajesh, V. J. Philips Olympian Indian captain.  Anitha Padmasree. Adam Sinclair Olympian, Mohd Riaz Arjuna awardee.  Dr.Natarajan. Jayalakshmi Olympian. Sabir Basha Football Indian captain.  Raman football legend, Devarajan  Boxing Arjuna, Baskaran Mr World, Arjuna, Angela Lincy Athletics

  Mr.Rudolph Fernandez, Founder-President of Anna Nagar Helping Hands Trust sudden death on 21st July 2023 was very sad and shocking news to everyone. He is survived by his wife Melrose Fernandez, daughter Jessica Dsilva, Son in law Sam Dsilva, sons namely, Kingston  Fernandez and Justin Fernandez and granddaughter Stephanie Dsilva.   Anna Nagar Helping Hands Trust has been rendering dedicated service for the deserving senior citizens of the Anglo-Indian community for the past many years.  Anna Nagar Helping Hands Trust gives pensions and rations to poor senior citizens every month at St.Lukes Church Hall, Anna Nagar, Chennai. In fact Anna Nagar Helping Hands Trust is a shining example of help and encouragement provided with kindness to the underprivileged Anglo-Indian senior citizens. 

"Youth Convention on Anti Human Trafficking" will be organized to observe World Day Against Trafficking in Persons" on 28th July 2023, between 10:00a.m to 04:30p.m at ICSA - Jivana Jyoti, 107, Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai-08 (Opp to Government Chennai Museum).Welcome and purpose of the convention will be explained by Mr.A.J.Hariharan, Secretary – ICWO. The chief guest, Honorable Tmt.J.Sridevi, Chairman/District Judge. Permanent Lok Adalat will deliver the inaugural address. The Key note address will be rendered by Honorable Tmt.R.Tamilselvi, Secretary/Senior Civil Judge - DLSA Special address will be given by Tmt.A Jayalaksmi, Assistant Commissioner Labour 1 (Enforcement) and Dr.T.Arul Roncalli, Programme Manager - HSF India . Vote of thanks will be by Ms.Praveena Solomon,State Co-ordinator, ICWO-HSF Project. The convention jointly organised by ICWO - Indian Community Welfare Organisation, DLSA-District Legal Services Authority Chennai & Department of Labour

  The ultimate beauty shopping extravaganza is back, so mark your calendars and get ready to #ShowUpGlowUpSaveUp as Amazon Beauty has announced the second edition of its beauty event, 'The Beauty Sale' from 22 nd - 26 th July 2023, powered by Maybelline, in association with L'Or é al Professionnel and Biotique. This shopping event will bring together the best of makeup, skincare, and luxury beauty brands to your doorsteps with 250+ top brands and over 8000+ deals, including irresistible offers such as up to 50% off on Combos and Kits, Luxury Minis starting at INR 345, freebies from top luxury brands, exciting new launches, brand offers and Amazon Pay rewards. The event will feature a wide range of customer’s favourite brands like Maybelline, SUGAR Cosmetics, Biotique, L’Or é al Professionnel, RAS Luxury Oils and Minimalist along with international brands like Bath & Body Works, CosRX, The Body Shop, Forest Essentials, Kama Ayurveda, L’OCCITANE, LANEIGE, HUGO BOSS and

ManipalCigna Health Insurance, one of India's fastest-growing standalone health insurance company, strengths its presence across India and southern markets to cater to the healthcare financing needs and reach new customers segments with its innovative health insurance solutions. Leveraging its strong multi-channel distribution network and multi-product offerings, the insurer remains steadfast in its mission to enhance health insurance penetration in the southern market and provide its customers with easy and lifetime access to quality healthcare. As health insurance expert, ManipalCigna Health Insurance saw a robust growth from the southern region - Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. The Company has garnered over ₹500 Crore gross written premium (GWP) with 37% growth in the financial year 22-23 in the southern region. ManipalCigna has close to 20,000 advisors, major partners present in around 5,000 point of sales locations across the region through distr

Mr.A.J. Hariharan, Founder Secretary-ICWO of Indian Community Welfare Organisation based at Anna Nagar West, Chennai, has been nominated as a Member of the NSS Advisory Committee at University of Madras by the Vice Chancellor/Chairman, NSS, University of Madras for the academic year 2023-2024.

Junglee Games India Pvt. Ltd, the fastest-growing skill games company, has appointed renowned actor Abhay Deol as the brand ambassador of its newly introduced poker brand Junglee Poker and launched the brand’s first digital campaign, ‘Everyone’s Game. ’ Abhay Deol’s association with the brand will help the company make Junglee Poker a household name and everyone’s game. The digital campaign shows how poker is enjoyed by people from all walks of life and aims to promote inclusivity, use of skill, and healthy entertainment. The films are set in three different scenarios featuring the brand ambassador, Abhay Deol, with quirky narratives showing his excitement about Junglee Poker’s best-in-class features and winning big on the platform. The campaign highlights how poker is a game of skill that requires one to use a smart strategy to win. Speaking about the partnership and the campaign, Bharat Bhatia, Chief Marketing Officer at Junglee Games, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Abhay D

Kamatchi is a Ph.D. Scholar at the Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be the University of Chennai). She won 2 Gold medals in the traditional and Group events and 1 bronze medal in the artistic pair event in the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sports Championship 2023, organised by the Yogasana Sports Federation of Thailand in collaboration with the Yoga Sports Federation of India under the auspices of the Asian Sports Yogasana Federation and Sharvaya Yoga International. The Championship took place in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 24th, 25th, and 26th, 2023. The competition ended with a spectacular closing ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand, attended by various higher authorities from different countries.With this historic triumph, Yoga Kamatchi had set a new standard by making this competition one of the biggest events in the field of yoga. Competitors from 12 countries took part in this championship, including India, Vietnam, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Iran, etc. The compe

An Orientation on Human Rights and Anti-Human Trafficking in Chennai, organised by University of Madras and ICWO, was held on July 25, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. The programme sponsored by HSF India will be held at G-33 Hall, University of Madras, Chepauk, Chennai. The welcome address will be by Dr.Vaneeta Aggarwal, NSS Coordinator, University of Madras Chepauk , Chennai. The presidential address will be rendered by Prof. S. Gowri, Honourable Vice Chancellor, University of Madras, Chepauk , Chennai. The chief guest for the function is Mr.Sayeeram S., Regional Director, NSS (National Service Scheme), Shastri Bhavan , Chennai. The purpose of the orientation will be explained by Mr. A.J. Hariharan, Secretary, ICWO . The topic of Anti-Human Trafficking: A Global Issue and an Introduction by will be given by Dr. P.M. Nair, IPS (Retd.), International Expert, Human Trafficking Matters . An Introduction to the POCSO Act, Child rights, and prevention efforts by NGOs in Tamil Nadu will be rendered

As per the instructions from the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, the Air pollution in Thoothukudi, Chennai, Madurai, and Trichy is not up to par, and a cultural team creates awareness through the distribution of pamphlets among the public and students in a vehicle that was inaugurated by Sri.Deeepak Bilgi, Director of Environment. This message on wheels addresses the public in Chennai City at major locations with a team led by Mr. Thangaraj, Chennai District National Green Corps Coordinator, especially near markets, bus termini, railway stations, and beaches. The team insists on the public walking to the nearest places, using a carpooling system, using vehicles only when required, and switching over to electric vehicles through songs and dances. These programmes will be conducted in Trichy, Madurai, and Thoothukudi too. Earlier, Mrs. Sowmya, deputy director of DoE, addressed the gathering near Saidapet.

Sports are an important part of Vidyodaya Schools holistic education. On July 14, the Vidyodaya Schools Centenary Year Annual Sports Meet was presided over by Mrs. Aarti Sankaran, renowned Cricketer and Faculty Member, National Cricket Academy, Bengaluru. The children of various Alayas and Junior Houses of Vidyodaya participated in the sports events. A beautiful, colorful pageant was performed by students of various classes. The March Past, Torch Ceremony, and various events, including Parents and Old Students events, were held. Prizes, shields, medals, and certificates were distributed by Mrs. Aarti. Mrs. Aarti Sankaran spoke and urged the children to make Sports a part of their daily lives. Professional or amateur sports would always give a sense of well-being to every person, she added. Earlier on July 10, the Vidyodaya Schools 100th Year Centenary Inter Schools Sports Meet was inaugurated by Mrs.Victoria Chandran (Retired Physical Education Teacher of Vidyodaya). Volleyball, basket

On June 30, 2023, an Orientation on Anti-Human Trafficking for College Students in Chennai ICWO/HSF India was held at Saveetha College of Nursing. Dr. G. Bhuvaneshwari, Associate Professor, and Prof. Ms. L. Paramala, Vice Principal, introduced AHTC Members. Mr. A.J. Hariharan, Secretary ICWO, highlighted the purpose of the orientation. Ms. A. Jayalakshmi, Assistant Commissioner of Labour (Enforcement), explained child labor and interacted with students. She presented a video on child labor and discussed its use in industries. Ms. Praveena Solomon, State Co-ordinator of ICWO-HSF Project, discussed her monthly rescue missions and the importance of translators for counseling and rescue. The program also included a street theatre performance on human trafficking, which was shared among all colleges. The students plan to create more street theatre plays to raise awareness about trafficking.

An Orientation on anti-human trafficking for college students in Chennai by ICWO/HSF India was held on June 28, 2023, at Thiruthangal Nadar College, Kaviarasu Kannadhasan Nagar,Selaivayal, Chennai. Dr. V. Devi, Principal, Thiruthangal Nadar College, in her welcome address, highlighted the meaning and importance of raising awareness about child abuse and human trafficking among the students. The teacher further advised the students to be alert and aware of their surroundings.  Explaining the purpose of the orientation, Mr. A.J. Hariharan, Secretary ICWO, said that this is the first college to launch AHTC. He encouraged the students to do good work for society. He also stated that the AHTC in the college was started under the guidance of Ms. K. Saradha Devi, HOD-Department of Social Work, Thiruthangal Nadar College. Mr.Hariharan explained and made the students understand the seriousness of human trafficking and spread awareness that it can be stopped. Also, the 1098 child protection help

A new dialysis machine, CCTV facility for fifteen centers, 1 desktop Computer, 2 Laptops and Uniforms for TANKER staff have been donated by Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited to the tune of Rs.70 lakhs. Mr. M. Anandan, Founder & Executive Chairman, Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited & Mrs. Padma Anandan inaugurated the machine, CCTV and distributed the Uniforms to the staff. Mr. Nalankilli, AIEMA President, Mrs. Jyoti Vakaria, Rotary Club of Anna Nagar President and others participated in the event held on 7th July 2023. Mr. M. Anandan said that he was happy to be associated with TANKER Foundation and appreciated the work they were doing for the needy with kidney failure.Aptus has helped NGOs with over Rs 4 Crores donations so far. Mrs Latha Kumaraswami, Managing Trustee of TANKER Foundation welcomed the donors and expressed TANKER's gratitude for Mr and Mrs Anandan's spontaneous and generous help and AIEMA's and Ambattur Rotary's support in the