Chennai News

PSA Challenger squash tourney to be held in Chennai

The $15,000 PSA Indian Challenger No.1 squash tournament will be organised by the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) at the ICL Squash Academy here Nov 3-8.2:01 PM on October 31

Amara Raja Second Quarter Net Revenues up 33%

Amara Raja Second Quarter Net Revenues up 33%1:27 PM on October 31

Tamil Nadu traders' federation chief held for forcing shutdown

Vellaiyyan, the president of a federation of traders' associations, was arrested here Friday for forcing establishments to down their shutters in the state to seek the central government's intervention to end attacks on Tamil civilians in Sri Lanka, police said.12:33 PM on October 31

Jayalalitha claims 'murderous attack' after car is stoned

AIADMK chief J. Jayalalitha Thursday alleged a 'murderous DMK plot to assassinate' her after the windscreen of her vehicle was damaged in stone pelting by a huge mob gathered at her rally. The police claimed her supporters had thrown stones in frustration after failing to get a better view of their leader.12:32 AM on October 31

Tamil Nadu traders' shutdown Friday

A federation of traders' associations in Tamil Nadu Thursday announced a one-day shutdown seeking the central government's effective measures to stop attacks on Tamil civilians in Sri Lanka.10:01 PM on October 30

400 squash players to participate in junior national

Expectations are high as the sub junior and junior National Squash Championship commences here Friday at the ICL Squash Academy.10:00 PM on October 30

'Kanchivaram' my best work yet: Priyadarshan

Multilingual movie director Priyadarshan describes his critically acclaimed Tamil 'Kanchivaram' as his best work yet.7:31 PM on October 30

Orchid Chemicals to acquire US pharma firm

The city-based bulk drug major Orchid Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals will increase its stake in the American drug discovery and development company Diakron Inc to 51 percent this quarter.7:30 PM on October 30

Religare Enterprises plans Rs.18 bn 2:3 rights issue

The New Delhi based integrated financial services group Religare Enterprises Limited (REL) has decided to go ahead with a two for three rights issue despite dismal market conditions, a company spokesperson said here Thursday.7:30 PM on October 30

Kallos Solutions shows 115% growth for FY 2007-08

Chennai based Kallos Solutions Pvt Limited showed a 115% growth in revenue over the last financial year. The company saw substantial growth in its product business around the K-Serve Enterprise Suite for the Indian market and for offshore solutions applicable for the US market.7:16 PM on October 30

Orchid Designs to sell Swedish ewe modular kitchens

The city-based Orchid Designs Ltd has tied up with Swedish kitchen maker Nobia AB to market the latter's ewe modular kitchens in India, a company official said here Thursday.6:03 PM on October 30

TVS Motor posts lower net profit in second quarter

Two-wheeler major TVS Motor Co Ltd's net profit in the quarter ended Sep 30 this year dipped to Rs.104 million from Rs.119 million a year earlier, the company announced Thursday.6:02 PM on October 30

Cholamandalam DBS posted Rs. 5.90 crores of Profit before exceptional items and Tax, for the half year ended 30th Sept 2008. Board approves infusion of Capital up to Rs.500 crores

Cholamandalam DBS Finance Limited, a joint venture between Murugappa group and DBS Bank, posted a profit before exceptional items and tax of Rs. 5.90 crores, for the Half Year ended 30th September 2008, and Rs. 3.77 crores in the Second Quarter ended 30th September 2008. The company also registered a total disbursement of Rs.2222 crore for the half year ended 30th September 2008 and a growth in managed assets of around 50% to over Rs.8800 crores.9:52 PM on October 29

Sical Logistics Q2 FY 09 operating profit grows by 43% to Rs. 14.61 cr

Consolidated Q2 Profit after tax grows 72% to Rs 10.87 crore vs Rs 6.33 crore a year ago, Consolidated Q2 EBIDTA increases by 48% to Rs 24.6 crore vs. Rs 16.66 a year ago, Consolidated Q2 sales touch Rs 172.2 crore vs. 265.84 crore a year ago and "Growth along projected lines": Sical Chairman, Ashwin Muthiah9:40 PM on October 29

Bay Talkitec opens Global R&D Facility in Chennai

Initiates expansion of 3G Mobile VAS technology development9:36 PM on October 29