Chennai

A 66-year-old ambulance driver died after contacting a live wire while taking a break near the Directorate of Public Instruction campus in Nungambakkam early on Sunday.

May 10, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Apollo Hospitals has opened a Centre for Venous Disorders at its Greams Road hospital in Chennai. The new facility provides specialized care for conditions such as varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, and chronic venous insufficiency. It combines expertise from vascular surgery, radiology, dermatology, and wound care.

A book covering management dimensions of healthcare in India was launched in Chennai on Saturday. Titled ‘Management of Healthcare in India - Need for a paradigm shift’, it was edited by Tilak Shankar, former director of AF Ferguson & Co. and CEO of Management Solutions. V. Mohan released the book and presented the first copy to industrialist Lakshmi Narayanan and Pritha Venkatachalam.

March 29, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Residents of Chennai's Virugambakkam constituency are demanding better healthcare, infrastructure, and public amenities ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. Local welfare associations have pointed to issues including the lack of round-the-clock government hospitals, sewer overflows, and footpath encroachments. Traders at the Koyambakkam market seek piped drinking water after nearly two decades.

IM Saravana Krishnan P claimed victory in the Warrior Chess Academy's 2nd International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 with 7.5 out of 9 points. The event, held in Chennai, featured strong competition among rated and unrated players from multiple federations. Krishnan's win marks his first title of the year and second podium finish.

March 07, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Chennai's cultural calendar for the week of March 6 to 12, 2026, includes exhibitions, workshops, and celebrations marking International Women's Day. Highlights range from handicraft sales and photography displays to car rallies and floral arrangements. These events showcase the city's vibrant arts scene and community initiatives.