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The Hindu
21 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Researchers must go beyond publishing and start thinking about building startups: T.N. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin
Whenever the DMK has been in power, it has consistently worked to ensure the availability of emerging technologies to reach and benefit all sections of society, Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said. 'I urge our researchers to go beyond publishing and think about making products and startups. To our startups, let your IP be your edge, own it and grow with it. To our investors, Tamil Nadu has plenty of opportunities for investment. I invite you to invest early in Tamil Nadu's innovation story and grow with us,' he said after inaugurating the first annual Innovate in Tamil Nadu (IN2TN) IP Conclave in Chennai. The conclave themed, 'Intellectual Powerhouse: Transforming Tamil Nadu into the Innovation Capital of India' was organised by Tamil Nadu Technology (iTNT) Hub, functioning under the Information Technology and Digital Services department. The Deputy Chief Minister further said: 'This conclave marks a milestone in our innovation journey. It not only aims to create intellectual property but also to protect, scale, and commercialise it.' He added: 'I am sure that this conclave will help researchers, startups, industries, and policymakers enhance Intellectual Property awareness. This will help to build a culture where IP is seen as both creative and economic asset.' Mr. Udhayanidhi also pointed out that with the efforts of the government, Tamil Nadu has emerged as the third-largest software exporter in country. 'With the IT department's participation, the government is addressing skill gaps and equipping our students to be industry-ready through proactive initiatives like the Naan Mudhalvan scheme. About 2,000 free Wi-Fi spots have been set up in Chennai, Tambaram, Avadi, and Coimbatore Corporation areas to strengthen digital access,' he said. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services (IT & DS), Government of Tamil Nadu, said that events like these are held to find ways to leverage research into commercial outcomes and new companies. 'Our future is going to be determined first by creative ideas and second, by how we can find ways to implement the idea., primarily for the sake of growth, development, and job creation,' he added. The Deputy Chief Minister also handed over cheques for seed funds under iTNT Hub's FOUNDATION (Financing Opportunities for Unleashing Deep Tech Advancements & Transformative Innovations) fund to five Deep & Emerging Tech startups incubated under the PATHFINDER program at iTNT Hub. iTNT Hub also exchanged Memoranda of Understanding with organisations including National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Bosch India, American Society of Mechanical Engineers India, Indian Science Technology and Engineering facilities Map (I-STEM), and Mahindra & Mahindra. During the event, four legal firms handed over Letters of Intent (LoI) to extend support to researchers through the Tamil Nadu Technology Transfer Facilitation Centre (TNTTFC) at iTNT Hub. These law firms will help strengthening the IP ecosystem for startups, researchers, and other stakeholders.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
TN Dy CM hands over Best Nurses award
CHENNAI: Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin handed over 'Best Nurses' award and Life-time Achievement award to nurses for their service at the centenary celebration of Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council on Monday. Speaking at the event, Udhayanidhi said the state has reduced maternal and infant mortality rates significantly, and TN is the best state in India. The contribution of nurses is the reason for this success. Health Minister Ma Subramanian said the government will soon recruit 2,250 village health nurses once the court cases are over. Work to recruit 150 nurses for new 50 PHCs is going on. Udhayanidhi handed over the awards to the nurses, released the centenary emblem of the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
22 nurses receive Best Nursing Personnel awards in Chennai
Chennai, As many as 22 nurses received the Best Nursing Personnel and Lifetime Achievement awards 2025 during the centenary celebrations of the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council here on Monday. 22 nurses receive Best Nursing Personnel awards in Chennai Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who presented the awards, also inaugurated the centenary celebrations of TNNMC. He released the logo of the council on the occasion. Over 2.5 lakh members of the TNNMC were engaged in medical service not only in Tamil Nadu but also all over the world, he said. "From being the foundation of the rural health system, to serving as the frontline warriors who save humanity in times of pandemic, disaster, and war, nurses are always worthy of admiration," the Deputy CM said in a post on the social media platform 'X'. Speaking after giving away the awards, Udhayanidhi said the presence of nurses gave one a great sense of self-confidence and security because every child born in the world sees the face of the nurse before he/she sees his own mother. The role of nurses was unique and cannot be forgotten, he said, and lauded their service. "You all know that our Chief Minister , who was admitted in hospital, returned home yesterday. I express my gratitude to the doctors, and most importantly, the nurses like you," Udhayanidhi said. He recalled that the council was started during the rule of the Justice Party, precursor to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, in 1926. Similar to the nursing community, which vaccinated people from diseases, the Dravidian movement leaders like Periyar Ramasamy, and former Chief Ministers: C N Annadurai and M Karunanidhi, went from village to village to spread rational ideas to solve the diseases that gripped society. Health Minister Ma Subramanian, Chennai Mayor R Priya, TNNMC Registrar S Ani Grace Kalaimathi, and others spoke. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
3 days ago
- Health
- News18
22 nurses receive Best Nursing Personnel awards in Chennai
Chennai, Jul 28 (PTI) As many as 22 nurses received the Best Nursing Personnel and Lifetime Achievement awards 2025 during the centenary celebrations of the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council here on Monday. Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who presented the awards, also inaugurated the centenary celebrations of TNNMC. He released the logo of the council on the occasion. Over 2.5 lakh members of the TNNMC were engaged in medical service not only in Tamil Nadu but also all over the world, he said. 'From being the foundation of the rural health system, to serving as the frontline warriors who save humanity in times of pandemic, disaster, and war, nurses are always worthy of admiration," the Deputy CM said in a post on the social media platform 'X'. Speaking after giving away the awards, Udhayanidhi said the presence of nurses gave one a great sense of self-confidence and security because every child born in the world sees the face of the nurse before he/she sees his own mother. The role of nurses was unique and cannot be forgotten, he said, and lauded their service. 'You all know that our Chief Minister (M K Stalin), who was admitted in hospital, returned home yesterday. I express my gratitude to the doctors, and most importantly, the nurses like you," Udhayanidhi said. He recalled that the council was started during the rule of the Justice Party, precursor to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, in 1926. Similar to the nursing community, which vaccinated people from diseases, the Dravidian movement leaders like Periyar Ramasamy, and former Chief Ministers: C N Annadurai and M Karunanidhi, went from village to village to spread rational ideas to solve the diseases that gripped society. Health Minister Ma Subramanian, Chennai Mayor R Priya, TNNMC Registrar S Ani Grace Kalaimathi, and others spoke. PTI JSP KH view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 18:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
2.4K secondary grade teachers hired after 11 years in Tamil Nadu
CHENNAI: Over 11 years since the last recruitment for the post was done in 2014, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday handed over appointment orders to 2,457 secondary grade teachers selected through the Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB). He also launched books developed under two key initiatives of the school education department — Thiran and TN Spark. The appointments were based on a TRB examination conducted in 2024, followed by certificate verification and counselling completed earlier this month. According to sources, the last recruitment of secondary grade teachers, who are posted in primary and middle schools, took place in 2014, when over 1,500 candidates were appointed. Addressing the teachers, Udhayanidhi recalled welfare measures implemented by previous DMK governments for school teachers and stressed on the long-standing association between the Dravidian movement and teachers. Udhayanidhi said that for the first time in the history of the school education department, there are no vacancies of secondary grade teacher posts in hilly regions, and described the tenure of Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi as the golden age of the department. Udhayanidhi also released books developed under the Thiran (Targeted Help for Improving Remediation & Academic Nurturing) scheme, aimed at enhancing language and mathematical skills of students in classes 6 to 9.
