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Varun Sukumar

🎭 Saarang is back

IIT-Madras' signature cultural fest is back in person for the first time since the pandemic began.

🛍️ Traders’ hopes for Pongal

Traders and farmers are hoping for better sales this Pongal as arrivals pick up.

🏫 Keeping children in schools

A tuition centre in Vyasarpadi is helping children stay in schools and providing a path to college and employment.

⚕️ Dedalus expanding in Chennai

The healthcare and diagnostic software provider Dedalus will expand its Indian operations in Chennai.

🎶 Expanded Chennai Sangamam

Next year, the Chennai Sangamam festival will expand to more areas of the city.