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Studies have shown that, 850 million people are affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD), with over 2 million people worldwide receiving dialysis or living with a kidney transplant. The 19th World Kidney Day is observed on 14th March 2024. The call to action is “Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice". This call to access is for people to take action for advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice. This is a joint initiative of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the IFKF-WKA (International Federation of Kidney Foundations-World Kidney Alliance) to promote World Kidney Health by reaching out to Patients, Caregivers, Doctors, Patients care organisations and Kidney Foundations, Governments and Policy makers all over the world. TANKER Foundation is a member of the IFKF-WKA and at present Mrs.Latha Kumaraswami, Managing Trustee ,TANKER Foundation is also the first women President of the IFKF...

Sustainable lifestyle Environment awareness programs were conducted in Chennai and Thiruvallur Districts as per the guidelines by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, through cultural artist’s street plays and puppet shows.     Mr. Thangaraj, Chennai District National Green Corps Coordinator, during the inauguration campaign at Government Higher Secondary School, Kathivakkam, detailed the ill effects of single-use plastics, carry bags, etc. and also insisted the students use cycles, walk to the nearest places, and avoid air pollution.   Cultural artists' performances on karagattam, thappattam, puppet shows, street plays, and folk dances attracted the students and public and took a pledge on minimizing garbage, etc. Earlier, environmentalist Mr.Ramesh briefed the day-to-day activities to be carried out by every individual to follow a lifestyle for a better environment.  

Blue Star Limited, announced the launch of a comprehensive new range of energy-efficient and eco-friendly deep freezers varying in capacities right from 60 to 600 litres to cater to a wide set of customer segments for diverse applications. New Range of Deep Freezers for 2024 The new range deep freezers offer higher storage, enhanced cooling capacity and are embedded with superior technologies which ensure greater heat transfer for efficient cooling. Further, they are super tropicalised and designed to work even in 47 ℃ ambient temperatures. A few other features include wide range of elegant control panels with smart eye and square design with LED light, Quadracool technology that ensures uniform and optimum cooling from four sides, and a wide operating voltage range right from 160V to 270V. With an extensive range of storage capacities, the Company is in a position to cater to a wider customer segment for applications right from dairy and ice cream, frozen food, restaurants, conve...

A painting exhibition by Thara Ganesan titled "ARTISTIC ALCHEMY" was inaugurated at   Soul Spice Art Gallery on 14th March 2024. The painting exhibition cum sale was inauguration by Chief Guest Shri Vasanthabalan Film Director. Guests of Honour Eminent Artist Kalaichemmal Shri. A.Viswam and Shri. AR.R Rammanath Founder Chairman, Dot School of Design, Chennai graced the ceremony. The exhibition is on till 23 March 2024 at Soul Spice Art Gallery situated at No-21/11, 1st Main Road, C.I.T.Colony, Mylapore, Chennai. The gallery is open from 12.00 noon to 7.00 pm ( Monday to Saturday). Sunday Holiday. All are welcome.

Chennai, March 14, 2024 : MediBuddy, India's largest digital healthcare platform known for innovative healthcare solutions, has launched the #InspireInclusion campaign in honor of International Women’s Day. The initiative urges women to prioritise their health, advocating for positive change not only in the societal spheres but also within their personal wellness journey. In a society where women often prioritise their families' health over their own, the #InspireInclusion campaign seeks to address a critical issue. Statistics reveal that 70% of women tend to put their families' health first, inadvertently neglecting their own well-being. This pattern contributes to the prevalence of issues such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease among women. The campaign aims to redefine the narrative surrounding women's health by emphasising the power of knowing one's health. It underscores the importance of understanding strengths, uncovering potential risks, and c...

Chennai, 09 March, 2024: Elevating the standards of orthopedic excellence, Apollo Hospitals marks a significant milestone with the successful completion of 1000 robotic joint replacement surgeries in the last two years. As testament to its unwavering commitment to patient empowerment and transformative healthcare, a support group for knee arthritis was inaugurated. This support group is a platform for individuals suffering from knee arthritis to connect, share experiences, and learn effective management strategies. Knee arthritis, which is consistently higher in females than males is the most common cause of pain and limited mobility for those aged 50 and above, has become increasingly prevalent amid the lifestyle changes induced by the Covid-19 pandemic. The Support Group initiated by the hospital will address this pressing health concern through candid conversations led by renowned Joint Replacement surgeon, Dr. Arun Kannan, Apollo Hospitals. He will explore the intricate connect...

  ALD Automotive I LeasePlan unveils Ayvens, its new global mobility brand in India, which unites the two companies together under a single common identity. This new brand represents another strategic milestone in the company’s development following the launch of its 3-year strategic development plan in September 2023. ALD Automotive India was founded in 2005 whereas LeasePlan India in 1999. Today, as Ayvens India it boasts a fleet of 44,000 vehicles and is the leading vehicle leasing and fleet management company in India. Ayvens is present in over 280 locations across India. By bringing together complementary capabilities and expertise, the company saw an opportunity for reimaging mobility going forward for the better. This new brand feeds that common purpose by defining the company’s unique position in the market and highlighting what makes it different and the value it brings to customers across all segments. Its new brand promise is to make life flow better by delivering...

  Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) successfully hosted the first edition of its ‘Women in Agriculture’summit.A unique initiative to celebrate women in the sector, the summit aims to bring together diverse perspectives within the agricultural landscape and engage in thought-provoking conversations to address and acknowledge the pivotal role of women in India’s agricultural sector. Despite the widespread misconception that agriculture is a male-dominated field, our country’s data reveals a different reality. In India, 86.1 million women, accounting for 60 percent of all female workers in the country, are employed in agriculture.The percentage of women who depend on agriculture for their livelihood is as high as 84 percent in rural India.On the other hand, in the agri-businesses too, women continue to be outnumbered by men across positions. Hence the summit aimed to shed light on the crucial yet often overlooked role of women in Indian agriculture. The panel discussion on enhanc...

Chennai: March 4, 2024 : Blue Star Limited unveiled its new comprehensive range of Room ACs today, including a‘best-in-class affordable’ range and a ‘flagship premium’ range, for the forthcoming summer season. Overall, the Company has launched over 100 models across the spectrum of inverter, fixed speed, and window ACs,and across price points to cater to every consumer segment. The market for room ACs is witnessing significant demand owing to burgeoning middle-class consumers with higher disposable incomes and the category becoming more of a necessity than a luxury. The Company is experiencing demand from first-time buyers, especially in the Tier 2,3 and 4 markets, as well as the replacement market. Blue Star has launched a slew of products to cater to this growing demand, leveraging its manufacturing, R&D and innovation capabilities to roll out new, differentiated and best-in-class ACs. New Range of Air Conditioners for 2024 The Company has launched three categories in the...

Chennai District National Green Corps (NGC), in association with ARIVUKKAN magazine, organized an environmental field trip to an integrated farm near Puduvoyal as part of its Silver Jubilee celebrations. Mr. Thangaraj, Chennai District Coordinator, demonstrated the roles and responsibilities of individuals, especially students , to know the importance of agriculture, farmers, and farming practices.  100 students from Angels Babyland School, Tondaiarpet, were involved in removing the weeds, planting vegetables, harvesting ladies fingers, etc. from farms.  Mr. Ramesh, Associate Editor, ARIVUKKAN, and Mrs.Mohana Shruthi, Coordinator, guided the students to know solar energy, cattle fields, and the identification of trees and birds. Most of the activities on the farm are new to city students, so they were to know and be involved in events. A traditional chemical-free snack, breakfast, and delicious lunch were also served. It's planned to conduct such farm visits every week. ...

National, March 01, 2024: R K Swamy Limited (the “Company” or the “Issuer” ), proposes to open on Monday, March 4, 2024, an Initial Public Offering (“ IPO ”) of up to Equity Shares of Face Value of ₹ 5 each (“Equity Shares”) for cash at a Price Band from ₹ 270 to ₹ 288 per Equity Share (including a share premium) (the “ Offer Price ”) (the “ Offer ”) Bids can be made for a minimum of 50 Equity Shares and in multiples of 50 Equity Shares thereafter. (the “Price Band” ). The Anchor Investor Bidding Date shall be Friday , March 1, 2024. The Bid/Offer will open Monday, March 4, 2024 for subscription and close on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. (the “Bid / Offer Period” ) The Offer comprises a Fresh Issue of Equity Shares aggregating up To ₹ 1,730 million (“ Fresh Issue ”) and an Offer For Sale of up to 8,700,000 Equity Shares (the “ Offered Shares ”) (the “ Offer For Sale ” and together with the Fresh Issue, the “ Offer ”): comprising Up To 1,788,093 Equity Shares by Srinivasan K Swamy; up t...