Encouraging Creative Instincts in children

Global Art Junior Programme was launched in Chennai on 27th January 2016 by Mr Mahair Goh, founder of Global Art programme worldwide. Global Art is an international Art Enrichment programme which started in Malaysia in 1999 and is now available in 600 centres across 15 countries. Global Art’s Junior Programme has been designed after extensive research over the last few years. The Junior Programme has a step-by-step curriculum and uses various interactive methods to ensure learning for younger kids in a fun-filled environment. There are 3 levels in the Junior Programme. The programme will be available for children across 129 locations of Global Art from April 2016. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Dinesh Victor, MD Global Art India mentioned that success at new age professions like Graphic design, Product Design, Fashion design, Architecture, Animation (to name a few) are predominantly about creativity. “Creativity is a crucial skill for success in the later years at work in almost all fields of the future. The curriculum in most Indian school boards offers low opportunities in training for creativity, as they are focused on academic excellence. Global Art is a unique international programme which trains children to think creatively. In India the Global Art programme has enriched over 40, 000 children across 129 locations between the ages of 5 – 15 years with creativity over the last 11 years. There has been a growing demand from parents to introduce a course for younger children which will nurture their creativity and channelize their abundant energies effectively”. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Mahair Goh, Founder, Global Art Programme Worldwide, stated that Global Art Creative Learning Methodology is designed with the objective to enhance children's learning disciplines so they will become creative individuals in their everyday lives. Global Art is founded on the belief that creativity leads to innovation and by inculcating good learning disciplines, learners will create solutions to their everyday challenges & enhance their thinking abilities and resourcefulness. Global Art was awarded the "INNOVATION EXCELLENCE AWARD" in 2009 by SME/SMI Malaysia.For more information contact 044- 42666866/28143029 www.globalart.in

National Girl Child Day 2016

Indian Community Welfare Organization and Biker Babez had conducted a womens rally to mark National Girl Child Day 2016 on 23rd January 2016 at Marina Beach,Chennai.Dr.P.Kuganantham, Consultant, SIMS Hospital, Former City Health Officer, Chennai Corporation flagged off the rally. Ms.Esther Mariaselvam, Regional Manager, Actionaid India, Chennai Region, Dr.Amudha Hari, Senior Gynaecologist and Founder Director, Mithras Foundation released the posters. A.J.Hariharan, Secretary, ICWO said that parents need to become aware and accept of all the possible dangers their child could be exposed to growing up. The safety and well-being of their child should be the priority of every parent, and they must hold the awareness to identify and protect their child if any situation must arise. Another issue that exists among our society is the continued practice of female foeticide, although it has been announced illegal. Medical facilities, the government, law enforcers, educational institutions and us as members of the society, must take steps to keep such practices in check and provide every girl child the opportunity to life. Dr.Amudha Hari Senior Gynaecologist and Founder Director, Mithras Foundation said we need to work towards a change in the society. Ms. Aradhana Sharon, IIIrd Std, ‘A’ Sec, Chennai Public School, Anna Nagar delivered special Address on National Girl Child Day.Around 350 women students participated in the Women Rally and the students are from Stella Maris College, Madras School of Social Work, Madras Christian College, Hindustan College, D.G. Vaishnav College, Mar Gregarious College, Patrician College and International students from various countries.

Mohit Kamboj re-elected as National President of IBJA

Mr.MohitKamboj has been re-elected unopposed as the National president of India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) in a meeting of Governing Board held in Mumbai for the five year term ending in 2021.India Bullion and jewelers association had dissolved its board in the last week of December . The fresh election were announced soon thereafter wherein 20 directors were elected from various categories i.e. Bullion merchant, diamond, logistic, NBFC, Retailers, manufacturers, Nominated agencies etc. In a closed door meeting held today in Mumbai all 20 directors have unanimously relectedMr.MohitKamboj as the national president of the association for the period of five year i.e. from 2016-2021.IBJA’s yearly event India International Bullion Summit (IIBS) is now the most watched for event in the industry. ShriNarendra Modiji and Shri Shaktikanta Das ji , Secretary economic affairs have been part of IIBS event of IBJA under the leadership of Mr.Mohit Kamboj.IBJA has been recently in the limelight due to formation of world Silver council to set the purity standard for the silver. IBJA has tied up with Bombay Stock exchange to start Bullion exchange in the country. The milestone achieved during the leadership of Mr.Mohit Kamboj is countless. IBJA has also started Skill Development initiative and various other CSR activities under Mr.Kamboj’s leadership.IBJA is all set to expand its members to one lac members and plans to start office in all the state of the country. Process has also started to set up IBJA offices in Middle east, UK and Africa.One of the Directors stated that “ Mr.Kamboj was only in the race and no other names were discussed to appoint National President of the association. The decision to elect Mr.Kamboj as National President was with 100% majority and there were no two thoughts about this. He also stated that “IBJA will scale to new heights under the leadership of 32 year old Mr.Kamboj”.

India’s first national basketball talent search at Chennai

The fifth leg of ACG-NBA Jump, India’s first national basketball talent search program tipped off in Santhome School, Chennai.Satnam Singh, the first Indian-born player to be drafted into the NBA, had tipped off the program at the Thyagraj Sports Complex in Delhi on Oct. 26. As part of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and ACG Worldwide Group’s (ACG) commitment to grow basketball in India, the first-of-its-kind program will provide basketball players from around the country the opportunity to develop their skills under the guidance of NBA-certified coaches. One top player from the ACG-NBA Jump program will receive the opportunity to attend an NBA Development League (NBA D-League) tryout in the United States. “ACG-NBA Jump is the next step in our continued commitment to grow the game of basketball in India,” said NBA India Managing Director YannickColaco. “With SimBhullar becoming the first player of Indian descent to play in the NBA and Satnam Singh becoming the first Indian-born player to be drafted into the NBA, basketball playing youth in India now have relatable figures to look up to, and this program will give them the opportunity of a direct path to the professional ranks.“Promotion of sports and youth development has always been a part of ACG Worldwide’s CSR vision and this program is an important milestone towards realization of this vision,” said ACG Director Karan Singh. “Overarching goal of the program is to identify and hone huge untapped talent pool of basketball in India. We strongly believe that our partnership with NBA to tap this potential can create a solid platform for the aspirants who are talented but do not have access to such platforms. This initiative will also take basketball to almost every corner of India and encourage the youth to take it up as a serious sporting option.”ACG-NBA Jump will be broken up into three phases. In the first phase, six regional, one-day elite camps will be held in six cities: Delhi, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. The second phase will consist of a national elite training camp where 32 players selected from the six regional camps will assemble for a four-day training period. In the third and final phase, one top player from the national elite training camp will be selected to attend the NBA D-League National Tryout in the United States for the opportunity to earn a spot on an NBA D-League roster. The selected player will continue to undergo training up until the tryout in June 2016. Sony SIX, the official broadcaster of the program, will create a feature around ACG-NBA Jump, following the program through its various stages and tracking the winner up until his NBA D-league tryout.The NBA D-League is the NBA’s official minor league, serving to develop players, coaches, and front office executives. Entering its 15th season, the NBA D-League features 19 teams in the U.S. and Canada, each of which is singly-affiliated with an NBA parent club. An all-time high 38% of players on 2014-15 NBA end-of-season rosters had NBA D-League experience.Visit www.acgnbajump.com to learn more about the program. Fans can follow the NBA on Facebook (facebook.com/NBAIndia) and on Twitter (@NBAIndia) and download the NBA App for the latest news, updates, scores, stats, schedules, videos and more.

Republic Day Celebration 2016

Valliammal College for Women, East Anna Nagar,Chennai had celebrated the  67th REPUBLIC DAY on 26^th January 2016 in the college campus with much fervour and enthusiasm to show their solidarity and integrity towards the nation. Dr.T.V.S Padmaja, Principal of the college hoisted the National Flag and took salute. The college students spoke, sang and danced on the occasion in order to highlight  great Independence movement and the development of India from there on till today’s ever expanding hi-tech world.

A Colourful celebration

The staff and the students of Shri Krishnaswamy College for Women,Anna Nagar actively participated in the Pongal Day celebrations on 14th January 2016. Pongal was prepared in the college grounds by the staff with the help of the non-teaching staff of the college. Mr. K.B.Arun and Mr. K.B.Krishnanand, the Directors, Shri Krishnaswamy College for Women, Mr. Sadasivam, Senior Principal, Shri Krishnaswamy Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Anna Nagar and Dr. R. Revathi, Principal, Shri Krishnaswamy College for Women, presided over the function.  Ms. K.Sharmila (I B.Com A&F), delivered a speech on the importance of Pongal Day celebration. Pongal was distributed to the dignitaries and the staff. The highlight of this day was the Rangoli Competition by the various departments. The students showed keen interest in participating in the competition. This enthusiasm was seen in their display of eye-catching rangolies on the college ground. Their colourful designs were judged by Ms. Sangeetha (In-charge, Math Department), Dr. Girija (In-charge, Tamil Department), and Ms. Kavitha (In-charge, B.Com A& F Department). The first prize was bagged by the BCA Department, the second prize by the B.Com C.S Department and the third prize by the B.Sc Computer Science Department.  The celebration came to an end with the announcement of the Rangoli results.Principal, Shri Krishnaswamy College for Women, presided over the function.  Ms. K.Sharmila (I B.Com A&F), delivered a speech on the importance of Pongal Day celebration. Pongal was distributed to the dignitaries and the staff. The highlight of this day was the Rangoli Competition by the various departments. The students showed keen interest in participating in the competition. This enthusiasm was seen in their display of eye-catching rangolies on the college ground. Their colourful designs were judged by Ms. Sangeetha (In-charge, Math Department), Dr. Girija (In-charge, Tamil Department), and Ms. Kavitha (In-charge, B.Com A& F Department). The first prize was bagged by the BCA Department, the second prize by the B.Com C.S Department and the third prize by the B.Sc Computer Science Department.  The celebration came to an end with the announcement of the Rangoli results.   

Bike Rally to mark National Child Day

Indian Community Welfare Organisation (ICWO) along with Biker Babez are organizing a all women bike rally to mark National Girl Child Day. The bike rally is organised to highlight the issues of declining girl sex ratios, preventing violence against women and ensuring quality education for girls. The bike rally will be held on 23rd January 2016 at Marina Beach at 10.30am. The rally will be flagged off near the Marina swimming pool service lane road. College girl students are also welcome to participate in the bike rally. For more details contact Devika Thilak on 9884708382.

Barbeque Nation opens at Velachery and Nungambakkam

Barbeque Nation, one of the most successful casual dining restaurant chains in India, has opened new outlets in Chennai at Velachery and Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkam. The outlets were inaugurated by Tamil Nadu’s captain ‘LaxmipathyBalaji’ on 18th January 2016 .The Velachery outlet can accommodate up to170people and KNK Road can accommodate up to 150 people. The look and feel of the restaurants follows the basic design of Barbeque Nation which is rustic and casual, with wood and open-brick wall interiors. Barbeque Nation pioneered in India ‘DIY’ (do-it-yourself) cuisine with a concept of live on-the-table grill and today is the largest casual dining brand in the country. The restaurant offers a pre-fixed menu with a fixed price. The menu is drawn from Mediterranean, American, Oriental, Asian and Indian cuisines. Customers cangrill starters in a range of marinades and sauces and enjoy them right off the skewers, at their own tables. Barbeque Nationalso offers a full-course buffet menu with soups, salads, main course dishes and desserts, within the fixed price. The main course has a number of mouth-watering dishes ranging from Corn Mushroom and Mutter Tamatar Taka Takto West Coast Fish Curry and Roasted Chicken in demi glaze sauce. The outlet will also offer traditional fare such as Hydrabadi Vegetarian Dum Biryani and Kadai Paneer. For dessert, the chefs whip up popular dishes like Pumpkin Halwa, Double Chocolate Pastry and KesarPistaPhirnee. Also on offer is the delectable range of Kulfis from the restaurant’s Kulfi Nation counter.South Indian Cricket Team, Captain Laxmipathy Balaji commented, “I am passionate about food and particularly enjoy barbeques. I think Barbeque Nation captures the essence of a barbeque quite well – not just the delicious smoky flavour of food grilled over charcoals, but also the relaxed and friendly atmosphere that accompanies barbeque parties everywhere. I am sure that this outlet, like others across the country, will appeal to food lovers of Chennai.” Mr.Ritam Mukherjee, Regional Manager Operations - South, Barbeque Nation said, “We are delighted to announce the launch of our new outlets in Chennai. Barbeque Nation’s live-on-the-table grill has received an excellent response from Chennai. The restaurant is an ideal place to spend time with friends and family in a relaxed atmosphere, over delicious food. We are very pleased that our efforts at continually offering innovative concepts and cuisines have been such a success in this city and we hope to continue serving the people of Chennai.” An average meal for two costs Rs. 1600.The hours of operation are lunch and dinner.

Pongal Festival Celebration

Pongal festival was celebrated in a traditional style at Valliammal College for Women,Anna Nagar East on 14th January 2016 in the college premises.

Pongal pots, sugarcane's, rangoli and cultural entertainment made the celebration enjoyable.for the students and college management as well.

Road Safety Week observed by Wheels India

Every year road safety week is observed with great enthusiasm across the city by the Chennai City Traffic Police Department with awareness campaigns involving company employees and students. One such safety awareness campaign was conducted by Wheels India Limited along with traffic policemen. During the road safety week campaigns many safety aspects are highlighted to the motorists and black stickers was pasted on vehicle headlights. There was also an active interaction with police officials about safety, security in order to rule out chances of accidents.

Road safety awareness campaign

Students of Velammal Matric Higher Secondary School,Mogappair West along with Road Safety Patrol Cadets, Tamil Nadu Police Traffic Wardens Organisation conducted a road safety awareness campaign on 13th January 2016 at Thirumangalam flyover junction with assistance by Thirumangalam Traffic Policemen. The campaign was held to mark Road Safety Week. Students held placards highlighting the dangers of footboard travel in buses, avoiding cell phone while driving and also spread the safety importance of using helmets and seat belts. Students along with Traffic policemen distributed road safety pamphlets to motorists. Thirumangalam Traffic Police ensured that the safety awareness campaign created better road safety awareness among the motorists and pedestrians as well.

Kotak Life Insurance Launches Kotak Premier Life Plan

January 08, 2016:Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Limited (Kotak Life Insurance), today announced the launch of Kotak Premier Life Plan. This is a limited premium payment, participating whole life plan. The plan is completely aligned with the firm’s core purpose, which is to add value to lives of customers by providing Protection and Long Term Savings (PALTs). This plan provides customers the option to save and protect up to 99 years of age.Life expectancy in India has steadily increased due to better health care, rising income levels and enhanced standard of living and is only expected to improve. Kotak Premier Life Plan provides policyholders the ability to meet their present financial commitments while protecting future comfort of their families. The plan can be used to enjoy income benefits or to create a tax-free corpus. It allows to partly encash accumulated corpus during the policy term.Sunil Sharma, Appointed Actuary & Chief Risk Officer, Kotak Mahindra Old Mutual Life Insurance Ltd. said,“It is important for individuals to have a secure future for themselves and their dependents in a well-planned manner, without compromising current financial goals.Kotak Premier Life Plan is designed with the core purpose of adding value to customers’ life.In alignment with the company’s brand promise “Koi hai… Hamesha", we have designed Kotak Premier Life Plan as an innovative, participating whole life product for customers across income segments to build a strong foundation of insurance protection and a planned income over their lifetime.”Kotak Premier Life Plan offers discounts on premium for higher Sum Assured on maturity. Additional discount is also available on the lives of women insured. Kotak Premier Life Plan provides Simple Reversionary Bonus during the premium payment term. Customers can choose from either the Cash Payout or Paid-Up Additions option. Under the Cash Payout option, bonuses declared under the policy arepaid to the policyholder as a cash pay-out every year post the premium payment term, untilend of term or death or surrender of the policy. The Paid-Up Additions option allows customers to use their bonuses for purchasing Paid-Up Additions, which accumulate in the policy. This option enables policy holders to build a meaningful retirement corpus over timefor a worry-free post retirement life. The Paid-Up Addition is an additional guaranteed sum assured that is payable on death or maturity and is also eligible for future bonuses. Money can be withdrawn from this accumulated corpus i.e. the accrued Paid-Up Additions, any time after the expiry of the premium payment term. In case of the unfortunate death of the life insured during the premium payment term, the benefits payable shall be Sum Assured on Death plus Accrued Simple Reversionary Bonus (if any) plus Terminal Bonus (if any). In case of death after expiry of premium payment term but during policy term, the benefits payable shall be Sum Assured on Death plus Accrued Paid-Up Additions (if any) plus Terminal Bonus (if any). Policy holders may customise and enhance the protection offered by attaching a wide range of optional riders to this plan. The riders offered are Kotak Term Benefit, Kotak Accidental Death Benefit, Kotak Permanent Disability Benefit, Kotak Life Guardian Benefit and Kotak Accidental Disability Guardian Benefit.

Gaining valuable knowledge and work experience

Jessica and Rinu, students from Monash University based in Melbourne, Australia are gaining valuable knowledge and work experience while working with Indian Community Welfare Organisation, an NGO, on the projects related to child welfare, homeless people and protection of women. Jessica likes to be a policy worker and is interested in contributing positive solutions to address climate change besides collecting data about homeless people in Chennai. For Rinu its not only about traditions and cultures of Indian society, but an opportunity to help, serve and bring out a change in the society for the better. Mr.A.J.Hariharan, Founder- Secretary ICWO said that the organization which has 20 years experience in the developmental field is always willing to share its experience with students. Indian Community Welfare Organisation is at AP-216, 18th Main Road, 'I' Block, 6th Street,Vallalar Colony, Anna Nagar West, Chennai. For details call 044-26184392, 65515742. 

Palam innovative collections makes every month of 2016 fabulous

Sri Palam Silk Sarees has unveiled their latest line up of concept sarees for this New Year on 8^th January 2016 in Chennai. In their event, First Look 2016, held at a city hotel, Palam presented a series of innovative collections, one for every month of the year. The 11 collections introduced, (September was omitted since the brand will host its annual fashion show, Silkline, in this month) showcased wondrous themed weaves to mark the new year, in addition to their Muhurtham Pattu Collection for new-age brides.Speaking on the occasion, Mrs. Jeyasree Ravi, owner of Palam Silks said,”Palam has always been a pioneer for innovative concepts in sarees and it is with great pleasure that we launch our varied collections for this year. The event commenced with the unveiling of Floral Blooms Collection, synonymous of spring.

The sarees are crafted in verdant colours to remind one of the new harvest seasons in January!Next in line was Ruby Red Romance, a collection specially designed for the romantic month of February. The sarees are inspired by Valentine’s Day, an occasion for everyone to express love in a colour that unites them, ruby red.The festival of colours in March inspired Palam’s next collection, Holi. This collection is a combination of bold and bright colours never seen before in silk.Following Holi was Mango Tango!, to pay tribute to our mango season in April. The collection is adorned with traditional mango butta, but with a 2016 twist.The Suns of Summer is a collection that welcomes the season of summer in May.

The magic of the sun’s golden glow is brought to life in Palam’s scintillating silk sarees.Next in line was Back to School, synonymous of the youth who are ready to get back to their classes in June. A recent trend, sarees with geometric shapes and checks have caught on like wildfire amongst the youth. Monsoon Arrives recreates the magic of Silverline Collection to celebrate the arrival of the rainy season in July. Palam has redesigned the magnificence of the first silver drops of rain on parched earth by replacing traditional gold zari of the sarees with silver zari, lending the garment an exclusive, radiant shimmer.Salaam India Collection was launched for the month of August to celebrate the 69^th year of Independent India. 

The sarees of this collection are inspired by the hues of the Indian flag creating a sense of patriotism for our country. Diwali Dhamaka! pays homage to India's largest saree wearing occasion, Diwali! The festival of lights in October traditionally marks the unveiling of every saree retailer's best collections. Palam put together our best for the 2016 Diwali season.Next in line was Of Falling Flora Collection as November marks the peak of Fall, which sees nature change gears in terms of the flora-scape. The colours and designs on the sarees remind one of the shedding season and the occasional drops of rain.Ho Ho Ho Collection welcomes the season of joy and cheer in December! This collection pays homage to Christmas as there are many festive elements adorning the six yard silk wonders.

Following the Christmas Collection and rounding off the evening was Palam’s Muhurtham Pattu Collection 2016. This collection showcased the latest trends in bridal wear that are suitable for the new-age brides of today.  The sarees are lightweight, colourful and elegant, yet encapsulates the essence of Indian traditions.Celebrate this 2016 with a new look every month of the year, making new impressions with sarees from Palam Silks.The collections are available at all the four Palam Silks outlets at Anna Nagar, Luz Church Road and Pondy Bazaar in Chennai as well as the Jayanagar outlet in Bengaluru. The sarees are also available online on www.palamsilk.com with delivery across the world.

By ELWYN

Her contribution towards education has made an impact in the society

For the first time in the country, The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) in collaboration with Facebook launched the  '#100 Women Initiative', that aims to recognize and acknowledge women who are making a difference in their communities across the country.  The '#100 Women Initiative' involves a contest to select 100 women achievers of India through public nominations via social media.The initiative was made available to public from 15th July, 2015 to 30th September, 2015, to receive nomination  by Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi, Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Ms. Ankhi Das, Director of Public Policy in South and Central Asia at Face Book.Selection of 100 most Impactful Women has been done after three levels of screening. After the initial application, a Jury decides the top 200 women on the basis of their credentials.  All the selected 200 women were uploaded in the Ministry face book page (https://www.facebook.com/ministryWCD). This was followed by public voting for these 200 women on Facebook. Based on the votes received under each category, top 100 Impactful women was selected. The 100 Impactful women were selected under various categories, each category will have only one women was selected.Dr. Mariazeena Johnson, Director, Sathyabama University has been selected (as one of 100 achievers)  in the category of Education.  This award is in recognition of her contribution towards education which has made an impact in the society. Dr. Mariazeena Johnson has done her Ph.D. from University of Madras and has undertaken various projects for self employment of women,  Viz: Inclusive education (an exclusive program for the visually challenged and under privileged children in the society),  My Saturday University, University School Adoption Program (in which five schools have been adopted so far - Nalambakkam Village School, Hastinapuram Government Higher Secondary School, Karappakkam Primary School, Kannagi Nagar Government School, Ezhil Nagar Government School),  Village Adoption programme (Nalabakkam Village)  are the innovative ideas that were created and implemented by Dr. Mariazeena Johnson.The recipient award  Dr. Mariazeena Johnson feels that "Only a little has been done, a long way to go for the upliftment of women and under privileged in the society and this award is an honour for all the women fraternity".The awardees will be hosted by the Honoroble President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee on 22nd January, 2016, at Rashtrapati Bhavan the day when Prime Minister had launched "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" Programme.

Chennai based veteran artists holds exhibition to support flood victims

A painting exhibition of veteran artist Dr.B.R.Annapillai, is on at “La Galerie D’Expression,” at Hotel Ambassador Pallava, Egmore till 31st January 2016.Dr.B.R.Annapillai stated that its a  fundraising painting exhibition and the proceeds will go towards Chennai flood relief. About 36 paintings are displayed. Dr.B.R.Annapillai, Founder & President, Tamil Nadu Arts & Crafts Improvement Association has nearly 38 years of service in Academic special grade as art master in the Govt.Schools in Kancheepuram. He has established “Pallava Artists Village,” near Tambaram in 1991. Has served as a General Council member at National Lalit Kala Akademy in New Delhi and imparts free coaching to youth in drawings and paintings for the past 25 years. The Tamil Nadu Arts & Crafts Improvements Association (TACIA) was established to promote and encourage young, enthusiastic and professional Artists to facilitate development of art & culture among general public. It is a recongnized body of the National Lalit Kala Akademi and Tamil Nadu Ovia Nunkalai Kuzhu. The association  conducts annual Exhibitions, Artists Camps, Art Demonstrations, Competitions, Seminars. Dr.B.R.Annapillai,  was honoured with many awards, namely Rotary Club of Kanchi in 1991, Tamil Nadu Govt. Nallasiriyar Award in 1992, Lions Club of Chennai in 1993, Special Honour by Chitrakala Academy, Coimbatore in 1994, Department of Art & Culture, Kanchi in 1998, All India Fine Arts & Crafts Society, New Delhi in 2003, Sri Dharshini, in 2012. The flood relief paintings exhibition of Dr.B.R.Annapillai  is on at “La Galerie D’Expression,” at Hotel Ambassador Pallava, Egmore till 31st January 2016.For details contact 9941322175.

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Beautifying the abandoned walls with social message

Indian Community Welfare Organisation – ICWO along with THE CANDLES an organisation as part of their projects VARNAM, beautifying the abandoned walls with social message. As part of Clean Chennai organize an Art Work Painting in walls of Chennai Corporation Velankadu Crematorium, New Avadi Road, Anna Nagar, Chennai on 30th December 2015.The theme for the paining was global warming, carbon emission, safe driving, smoking and alcohol consumption. Speaking on the occasion Mr.A.J.Hariharan, Secretary, ICWO, we introduced the women employee who are working in the crematorium and said in all over the India this is the first crematorium, where women are taking care of the management. 

He also ensures that the sacredness of this place will be maintained along with the nature. He thanked THE CANDLES team for the excellent art work with social messages as part of the Clean Chennai Campaign. He greatly appreciates the support given by Chennai Corporation. Ms.Angelin Prince, Director of THE CANDLES said we started this VARNAM PROJECT couple of months ago, where we turned the aided school wall into a message board depicting the social messages through tribal art. After this we got various opportunities from other schools and did paintings with social sensitization. ICWO approached us with an idea to convert the wall of crematorium into green city wall as part of the Clean Chennai with various optimistic paintings. For further details contact Ms.S.Praveena, Care Taker, Velankadu Crematorium,on 98415-19982.

Valliammal College students distributed stationery materials

The students of Valliammal College for Women, Anna Nagar  as a part of the various relief measures had  visited Thiruverkadu and Thiruninravur one of the still recouping spots. The students distributed stationery materials to all the students of a Government school. Sarees, dhotis, rice, dhal and toiletries as a package were distributed to about 250 people.