~ Thiru CV Ganesan, Minister of Labour Welfare, GoTN flagged off the Hope Run ~ Chennai, 19th November 2023: CREDAI, Chennai in association with the Extra Mile Foundation is proud to have organized the much-awaited first edition of Premiethon 2023: The Hope Run today in Chennai. The Marathon was flagged off by Thiru CV Ganesan, Minister of Labour Welfare, Population, Employment and Training, Census, Urban and Rural Employment. Around 1000 participants including children above 5 years of age ran for different race categories, of 10 KM, 5 KM & 3 KM run commenced from Olcott Memorial Higher Secondary School, Besant Nagar, and it passed through Besant Nagar Beach and ended at Olcott Memorial School.
The event promised to be bigger and better than ever before, attracting childrenтАЩs participants from all walks of life to come together to save premature and sick newborns. Regardless of fitness level or experience, there was a suitable distance for everyone to join in the excitement.
Commenting on the event, Mr. Sivagurunathan, President, CREDAI Chennai said, “We are excited to be associated with The Extra Mile Foundation for this event. CREDAI Chennai believes in making a difference in society, and this commitment is deeply embedded in every aspect of our work. The determination and selflessness of these young marathon runners as they go the extra mile to make a difference in the lives of babies is simply inspiring. We are grateful to witness that marathons like these, will not only benefit society but will also encourage fitness at an early age. We will support more of such endeavors in the future, paving the way for a healthy and vibrant young India.тАЭ
тАЬCREDAI has been a strong believer in giving back to the society. And when it comes to saving the lives of future generations, this event has added more value to our purpose. It is very heartening to see young runners running for themselves but also for the tiniest lives in our community. They remind us that no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wastedтАЭ, Said Mr Rajkumar, Co-Ordinator, CREDAI Youth Wing
Participants had registered by contributing an amount for the charitable cause of providing the best of medical amenities to premature and sick newborns. By combining a passion for running with philanthropy, participants can make a positive impact on the community while pursuing their fitness goals
Chennai, 18th November 2023: Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet announced the setting up of Heart Institute on the inauguration of the тАШKauvery International Cardiology Conclave 2023,тАЩ held at ITC Grand Chola on November 18th and 19th. The Institute was unveiled by Padmashree Dr K. M Cherian, underscoring its unyielding commitment to advancing and promoting awareness in cardiac sciences, the Kauvery Heart Institute to set new benchmarks in world-class healthcare delivery.
The ‘Kauvery International Cardiology Conclave 2023 Marked by its distinguished setting and impactful discourse showcased ground-breaking developments in the field. Renowned speakers, cutting edge research presentations and discussions on the latest advancements in cardiac care that marked the two-day event. The response from over 250 delegates was overwhelmingly positive, reflecting the conclaves pivotal role in fostering collaboration and disseminating crucial knowledge in the pursuit improved health care outcomes.
Eminent national speakers from India and from across the globe further enriched the diversity of perspectives and expertise shared during the event. The topics covered ranged from Coronary Artery Disease, Structural Heart Disease, PCI & Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiac Electrophysiology, to Heart & Lung Transplant, offering attendees a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments in the field.
Kauvery Hospital during the conclave honored Dr A R Raghuram for his exemplary contribution in the field of Cardiothoracic surgery, Dr Mullasari Ajit S for his exemplary contribution in the field of Interventional Cardiology, Dr Raghavan Subramaniyam for his exemplary contribution in the field of Paediatric Cardiology & Dr T R Muralidharan for his exemplary contribution in the field of Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology.
In commemorating the successful finale of the ‘Kauvery International Cardiology Conclave 2023,’ Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals said, тАЬThis International Conclave will enable the clinical talent to collaborate with international Doctors by embracing and leveraging the strengths of international colleagues to create an environment that benefits better clinical outcomes for our patientsтАЭ
тАЬKauvery Hospital has been in the forefront of performing many first of its kind in the country and high-end cardiac surgeries like Complex Coronary Angioplasty, Impella, Hybrid Bypass Surgeries & Heart Transplants. Kauvery Heart Institute comprises internationally trained cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, technicians and Anesthetists to provide comprehensive careтАЭ He further added
Chennai, 15th November 2023: тАЬSpell for BeginnersтАЭ book was launched by Magick of healing in Chennai through Mr. Pariraj, Executive Engineer TANGEDCO and Mr. Prakash Sharma, Founder Director and Author of Bija Training Pvt. Ltd were the chief guests for the Book Launch and released the Book тАЬSpell for BeginnersтАЭ.
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тЧП The certification has been launched with an aim to drive and facilitate an integrated approach to help India achieve Net Zero Carbon Emission goals. тЧП As part of this, IGBC also unveiled the significant aspects of its upcoming three-day Green Building Congress 2023 in Chennai тЧП Supported by the Government of Tamil Nadu and the World Green Building Council, India Green Building Congress 2023 for the first time, will provide a platform for all Indian construction industry stakeholders to attend and learn the benefits of migrating to green building.
Chennai, 15th November 2023: In a move to fast-track IndiaтАЩs journey towards its 2070 net zero goal, CIIтАЩs Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) today unveiled and introduced in Tamil Nadu its pioneering initiative – IGBC Nest – for the individual housing sector ahead of its flagship conference IGBC Green Building Congress 2023. After having transformed the commercial and industrial real estate sector with several green initiatives and certifications, IGBC has brought to foray a framework specifically developed for individual homeowners to build futuristic, green homes that help control and limit carbon emissions. The initiative was unveiled and introduced in a press conference today in the presence of Mr Ajit Kumar Chordia, Chairman, IGBC Chennai Chapter, Co Chair – Green Building Congress 2023, Mr Mahesh Anand, Co- Chairman, IGBC Chennai Chapter and Mr M Anand, Deputy Executive Director, CII – IGBC. IGBC Nest is a first-of-its-kind, Eco-friendly Self-developed Tenements framework and certification that aims to bring awareness and drive the individual owners to build a sustainable home with no or meager additional cost. The initiative encourages the owners to adopt green measures that are simple and have profound impacts in addressing resource efficiency and occupant’s health and wellbeing. The framework throws light on building envelopes, water & energy efficiency and harnessing solar energy. Since 2001, IGBC has garnered significant support from stakeholders in the Indian construction industry, leading to a noteworthy positive
impact on government, corporate, commercial, residential, industrial buildings, and the broader built environment. The press conference also witnessed the kick-start of IGBCтАЩs Green Building Congress 2023, the only event in India that is supported by The World Green Building Council (World GBC), and 20 different countriesтАЩ Green Building Councils across the world. The flagship event is set to take place in the city after ten years from 23rd November 2023 to 25th November 2023 with the theme Advancing Net Zero Through Decarbonization. Through this, IGBC will provide a platform that brings together eminent industry leaders, policy makers and technology providers to exchange insights and vision on sustainable building practices. The conclave will also showcase 500+ innovative green products, materials, and technologies as part of a dedicated expo space over the course of the three days. Supported by the Government of Tamil Nadu, India Green Building Congress 2023 for the first time, will provide a platform for home-owners and residents to attend, network, learn and get inspired to foster green building practices in all facets of life. In addition to this, IGBC will also showcase some of the leading concepts and initiatives at the conference to secure a healthy lifestyle along with better savings. Sharing his insights on the initiative and conference, Mr. Ajit Kumar Chordia, Chairman, IGBC Chennai Chapter, Co Chair – Green Building Congress 2023, said тАЬOur mission is to ensure every building in India is a green building that will not only uplift the economic status of every homeowner but also increase life expectancy with better health benefits. IGBCтАЩs Nest Framework and Certification has been developed specifically for the individual homeowners to help them reduce energy cost by 20-30% and reduce water requirements by 30-50%. We foresee this initiative playing a significant role in building a green India not for this generation but for future generations as well. The IGBC Green Building Congress will lay a foundation for more such meaningful innovations to be launched for greening IndiaтАЩs building sector.тАЭ Adding to this, Mr Mahesh Anand, Co- Chairman, IGBC Chennai Chapter, said “The Green Building Congress acts as a pivotal platform, uniting government officials, real estate developers, architects, and construction industry players with the shared objective of fostering a green future for India. After nearly a decade, we are happy to be bringing back our flagship Green Building Congress to Chennai once again. In the last ten years, Tamil Nadu as a state has become a role model for most of the other states due to a significant green building adoption
not just in the capital city, Chennai, but also in major urban centres like Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Kanchipuram, Tirupur, and Tuticorin, among many others; with every typology of buildings going green with IGBC, across the state. We express our gratitude to the state government for proactively supporting green building initiatives through incentives and subsidies.” The upcoming Green Building Congress 2023 is poised to feature a distinguished roster of 150+ national and international speakers, offering in-depth sessions on a range of topics, including Green Homes, Green and Low Carbon Materials, Decarbonizing Technologies, RE Electrification, Carbon-Neutral Cities, and Soft Tools and Services. Following these enlightening discussions, the event will conclude with the prestigious IGBC awards ceremony, recognizing industry leaders who have directed their efforts towards net zero and sustainability, making this event even more valuable to look forward to.