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Star Health launches home healthcare initiative; to cover 50 cities & towns in phase one
Star Health's groundbreaking Home Health Care Service, led by Anand Roy, in partnership with Care24, Portea, and CallHealth, expands to 50 cities, ensuring affordable and prompt medical assistance. Dr U Hari Hara Sudan highlights the cost-effective treatment packages, while the company reports substantial financial growth in FY2024, with a gross written premium of Rs 15,254 crore and a net profit of Rs 845 crore.
MoU signed to set up 3 testing facilities in Chennai under Defence Testing Infra Scheme
The Ministry of Defence revolutionizes defence infrastructure with state-of-the-art facilities in Chennai. With a massive investment of Rs 400 crore under the DTIS scheme, led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the MoU exchange in New Delhi sets the stage for cutting-edge testing facilities. Keltron, Bharat Electronics Limited, and India Optel Limited spearhead the initiative towards self-reliance in defence technology.
AIADMK legislators demand adjournment of House; stage walkout over Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
AIADMK legislators staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly in protest over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy. Ruckus erupted after they demanded a discussion on the incident and the resignation of CM MK Stalin.
Heavy rains lash Chennai, flight services affected. Check IMD's next one week weather forecast
Overnight rains in Chennai and its surrounding areas caused significant disruptions, leading to delays in both international and domestic flights, including those to and from Dubai, Delhi, and Pune. The heavy downpour, which trended on social media, uprooted trees across the city but provided relief from the oppressive heat. According to airport officials, the rains brought a much-needed respite from the sweltering temperatures. The India Meteorological Department has forecasted more rain for Chennai this week.
Mumbai remains India's most expensive city to live in: Survey
Within Asia, Mumbai and Delhi have seen upward movement in rankings. Mumbai has climbed six spots, while Delhi has moved up by two. As a result, Mumbai is now ranked as the 21st most expensive for expats among the cities surveyed in Asia, while Delhi is at the 30th position.
Sundaram Home Finance launches emerging business segment; Rs 300 cr target disbursal
Expecting it to be a growth driver for the company, Sundaram Home Finance Managing Director and CEO Lakshminarayanan Duraiswamy said he has plans to open around 20 branches in the Emerging Business segment in Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and add another 200 employees.
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IPL's business value has risen by 6.5% to $16.4 billion in 2024: Houlihan Lokey
The Indian Premier League's (IPL) business value has surged by 6.5% year-on-year to $16.4 billion in 2024, driven by key deals with Disney Star, Viacom18, and Tata Sons. Chennai Super Kings retains top spot in brand value, followed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders. IPL's growth signifies its global status and innovative fan engagement strategies, attracting private equity investments.
Rajinikanth greets Modi, says third term a 'big achievement'
Superstar Rajinikanth praised Narendra Modi's third term as Prime Minister, calling it a significant achievement and a healthy sign for democracy. Before heading to Delhi for Modi's swearing-in ceremony, Rajinikanth highlighted the importance of a strong opposition and expressed optimism about good governance in the coming term.
Combined passing out parade of Agniveervayu trainees held at Tambaram IAF
1,983 trainees, including 234 women, passed out from MTI and WTI after 22 weeks of military training at Air Force Station, Tambaram.
Monsoon 2024 reaches Kerala. When it will hit Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad
The monsoon typically arrives in Kerala around June 1 and progresses northward, covering the entire country by around July 15. The exact onset date varies based on specific weather conditions.
After four failed attempts, space startup Agnikul Cosmos carries out successful sub-orbital launch of Agnibaan rocket
Chennai-based space start-up Agnikul Cosmos achieved a significant milestone on Thursday by conducting a successful sub-orbital test-flight of its domestically manufactured 3D-printed semi-cryogenic rocket, named Agnibaan, from its launch pad at Sriharikota. This accomplishment marks Agnikul Cosmos as the second private entity in India to achieve such a feat, following in the footsteps of Skyroot Aerospace, which launched the Vikram S in November 2022.
Shriram Life Insurance eyes expansion of business across geographies
Shriram Life Insurance plans to expand into tier 2 and 3 towns across 15 states, focusing on underserved customer segments needing life insurance, said MD and CEO Casparus J H Kromhout. The company aims to deepen its presence in key states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Bihar.
Title No 3: Kolkata's Knights are IPL's 'Super Kings'
Kolkata Knight Riders dominated Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL final. Venkatesh Iyer's unbeaten 52 helped KKR secure their third IPL title with a clinical victory.
Spinners seal Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL final spot at the expense of Rajasthan Royals
All-rounders Shahbaz Ahmed and Abhishek Sharma registered figures of 3-23 and 2-24 respectively to dismiss the bulk of Rajasthan's batting line-up and take the Sunrisers to the final of the 2024 Indian Premier League, where they will face Kolkata Knight Riders for a second time in the knockouts. Sunrisers Hyderabad took the long route to the final of the cricket tournament after losing to Kolkata Knight Riders in the first qualifier and having to beat Rajasthan, who beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the other qualifier, earlier this week.
New Covid wave in Singapore: No need for panic, assures Tamil Nadu govt
Dr. T S Selvavinayagam, Director of the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine in Tamil Nadu, reassured the public about the new Covid wave in Singapore, describing it as a "milder infection" that does not warrant panic. He stated that there have been no significant hospital admissions in Singapore following the outbreak. The Singapore variant, KP.2, a sub-variant of Omicron, has been reported in some parts of India, with 290 cases of KP.2 and 34 cases of KP.1 found in the country. Selvavinayagam emphasized that Tamil Nadu has the required infrastructure to handle any situation and that the state has almost fully vaccinated the 18-plus population.
Chronicle of a team foretold: Loving RCB is like running into a computer problem again and again
In recent times, if you want to see the real path of love you need to be a fan of the IPL cricket franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). For most part of the last 16 years, since the IPL started, RCB have resembled a UPSC aspirant who makes it to the interview stage but doesn’t get selected.
IPL: Stage set for epic face-off as RCB and CSK clash for final playoff berth amid rain threat
Royal Challengers Bangalore faces Chennai Super Kings in a pivotal IPL match for the last playoffs spot, with weather adding to the drama. CSK, with a better net run-rate, are favorites. RCB's resurgence led by Kohli faces a tough challenge. Both teams have key players in form, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
AP fire-hit Foxlink back on track with a new Tamil Nadu plant
Apple supplier, Foxlink of Taiwan, is setting up a new factory in Oragadam, close to Chennai. This move comes as part of a fresh expansion plan following a destructive fire at their facility in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, last year.
IPL ticket scam: Bengaluru man cheated Rs 3 lakh while buying CSK vs RCB match ticket
Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru clash on May 18. Fan scammed Rs 3 lakh for IPL tickets. BCCI starts IPL 2024 playoffs ticket sales.
Yuzhan Technology lease out warehosuing space in Chennai after rise in exports of Apple iPhones in India
Yuzhan Technology, part of Taiwan’s Foxconn Group, leases 550,000 sq. ft. of warehousing space at ESR Industrial Park in Chennai for Apple iPhone exports. The facility supports Foxconn's scaling operations due to growing demand for Apple products manufactured in India, optimizing supply chain logistics for expanding export activity.
CSK humble RR by 5 wickets to brighten play-offs prospects
In a low-scoring match which had its share of drama with Ravindra Jadeja being given out for obstructing the field, CSK chased down a target of 142 with 10 balls to spare on a tricky surface.
South side story: Can attractive sops turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs?
Can a slew of attractive sops from the state government and a competitive workforce turn Chennai into a hub for GCCs, positioning the state as a healthy alternative to Bengaluru and Hyderabad? In addition to banks and automotive firms, manufacturing, pharma, tech and product companies in the fintech space are considering setting up GCCs in Chennai.
TVS Supply Chain clinches deal to manage VE commercial vehicles' Baggad plant
VE Commercial Vehicles has been associated with TVS Supply Chain Solutions since 2006 for in-plant logistics operations of their truck plant in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.
How Indian Navy's daring mission to rescue 21 crew members from hijacked vessel unfolded
Indian Navy's elite marine commandos successfully carried out a daring rescue operation in the North Arabian Sea to save 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from the Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lila Norfolk. The incident, which took place on January 5, 2024, involved a swift response to an attempted hijacking. The skilled commandos swiftly intervened when they received information about the hijacking attempt
Indian Navy shares video of commandos boarding hijacked ship in Arabian Sea to evacuate crew members. Watch it here
Following a tense and dramatic incident in the high seas, the Indian Navy successfully carried out the evacuation of all 21 crew members, including 15 Indian nationals, from the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk off the coast of Somalia on Friday. Indian Navy on their social media account on 'X' shared a video of the moment when the commandos onboarded the ship and carried out their operation.
Liberian ship hijack: INS Chennai reaches MV Lila Norfolk and issues warning to pirates; all 15 Indian crew members safe
At least 15 Indian crew members are on board a Liberian-flagged vessel hijacked near Somalia's coast. The Indian Navy is closely monitoring the situation and has established communication with the crew. The vessel was hijacked by unknown armed personnel, prompting the Indian Navy to launch a Maritime Patrol Aircraft and divert INS Chennai to assist
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