Malayala Manorama - 27 February 2014

Mir Lifescience, the lifescience division of the South India based Mir Group, won first prize at the ?Bio-Accelerate? Live Business Plan competition held recently as part of the Bangalore INDIA BIO 2014 conference. Dr. Charusheila Ramkumar (MBBS, Ph.D), Chief Scientist of Mir Lifescience, who made the presentation on behalf of the company received the first prize, which includes a cash award of Rs.3 Lakhs and 50% rebate on rent at the bioincubation centre, from Shri S.R. Patil, Minister for Information Technology, Government of Karnataka in the presence of Nobel Laureate 2012 - Professor Sir John Gurdon, Kt D.Phil, D.Sc., FRS

Indian Express - 27 February 2014

Mir Lifescience Bagged the First Prize at Bangalore INDIA BIO 2014 - the country?s biggest biotech forum organized by the Government of Karnataka, the Department of Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology. Of the many submissions received from all over India, thirty biotechnology companies were short-listed in the ?Bio-Accelerate? Live Business Plan competition, of which six finalists were selected to present their ideas. The winning business plan presented by Mir Lifescience was based on a novel test for screening of oral cancer.

Madhyamam - 26 February 2014

Dr. Charusheila Ramkumar (MBBS, Ph.D), Chief Scientist of Mir Lifescience, won first prize at the ?Bio-Accelerate? Live Business Plan competition held recently as part of the Bangalore INDIA BIO 2014 conference. With a full-fledged research laboratory located at the bioincubation facility at IBAB in Bangalore, Mir Lifescience is focused on developing ground-breaking methods to personalize cancer treatment with the help of novel diagnostic tests that identify the best treatment option for an individual patient.

Mangalam - 26 February 2014

Mir Lifescience Bagged the First Prize at Bangalore INDIA BIO 2014 - the country?s biggest biotech forum organized by the Government of Karnataka, the Department of Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology. Of the many submissions received from all over India, thirty biotechnology companies were short-listed in the ?Bio-Accelerate? Live Business Plan competition, of which six finalists were selected to present their ideas. The winning business plan presented by Mir Lifescience was based on a novel test for screening of oral cancer.

New Age - 26 February 2014

Mir Lifescience, the lifescience division of the South India based Mir Group, won first prize at the ?Bio-Accelerate? Live Business Plan competition held recently as part of the Bangalore INDIA BIO 2014 conference. Dr. Charusheila Ramkumar (MBBS, Ph.D), Chief Scientist of Mir Lifescience, who made the presentation on behalf of the company received the first prize, which includes a cash award of Rs.3 Lakhs and 50% rebate on rent at the bioincubation centre, from Shri S.R. Patil, Minister for Information Technology, Government of Karnataka in the presence of Nobel Laureate 2012 - Professor Sir John Gurdon, Kt D.Phil, D.Sc., FRS

Mathrubhumi ? 01 March 2014

Mir Lifescience is currently developing a panel of biomarkers that are combined together in a robust test known as ?OncoSense?, to enable oncologists make life-saving decisions in choosing the right combination of drugs for an individual cancer patient. Towards the end of 2014, Oncosense for ovarian cancer will be launched in India. A saliva-based test that will serve as a screening procedure for high-risk, oral cancer patients is also in the offing. Mir Lifescience plans to launch several first-of-a-kind tests in India at a price that is affordable to most cancer patients.

Malayala Manorama (Metro) - 14 December, 2013

Mir Group Annual Calendar 2014 ?Joys of Giving? was launched by Film Director Aashiq Abu on Friday the 13th, December 2013. Dr. Junaid Rahman, Medical Director ? Cochin Medical College handed over the first copy of the calendar to Rajmohan Nair, President ? Kerala Management Association.

Madhyamam - 14 December, 2013

Mir Group, the multi-faceted business group based in South India, unveiled "Joys of Giving 2014", the third edition in the annual table top calendar series. Film Director Aashiq Abu launched the calendar at a function organized at the Avenue Center, Kochi.

Mangalam - 14 December, 2013

Mir Group?s Calendar 2014 -'Joys of Giving' - features the beautiful perception of giving and the happiness that comes from giving without expecting anything in return. The calendar narrates through six images of children, the greatest joy that can be induced by giving cheer, thanks, praise, time and peace.

Mangalam - 15 December, 2013

The current and previous years' annual calendars of Mir Group are conceived and conceptualized by the in-house Corporate Communications team of Mir Group, led by Vandana Thambi and Eby Philip.

Deshabhimani - 17 December, 2013

Mir Group is the pioneer among corporates in Kerala to launch annual table top calendars, not to advertise their business but with an intention to contribute to the well-being of people by promoting admirable messages as the themes of calendars.

New Indian Express - 17 December, 2013

Mir Group, the multi-faceted business group based in South India, unveiled "Joys of Giving 2014", the third edition in the annual table top calendar series. Film Director Aashiq Abu launched the calendar at a function organized at the Avenue Center, Kochi.

New Age - 19 December, 2013

Mir Group, the multi-faceted business group based in South India, unveiled "Joys of Giving 2014", the third edition in the annual table top calendar series. Mir Group?s Calendar 2014 -?Joys of Giving? - features the beautiful perception of giving and the happiness that comes from giving without expecting anything in return.

Veekshanam - 19 December

Malayala Manorama Cochin, Wednesday, 4 June, 2013

Mir Group celebrated World Environment Day in association with United Nations with planting several tree sapling across Kerala.

The Hindu Trivandrum, Wednesday, 5 June, 2013

Mir Group conducted World Environment Day on June 5th 2013 with various CSR activities. The company also spread awareness to the public about the values of trees and also the importance of human and environment.

Janmabhumi Trivandrum, Wednesday 6 June, 2013

Mir Group celebrated the World Environmental Day at Trivandrum on 5th June 2013. Employees of Mir Group served a homemade lunch to residents of Snehasadanam Old Age Home, Kudapanakkunnu. The chief guest Mr. Muraleedharan inaugurated the event by planting a tree sapling at Trivandrum.

Indian Express Trivandrum, Wednesday, 5th June, 2013

Mir Realtors Organized the world Environment Day by planting samplings at Sneha Sahanam old age home at Kudappanakkunnu(Trivandrum) on June 5th 2013. The function was inaugurated by MLA K. Muraleedharan.

Mathrubhumi Daily Kannur, Friday, 7 June, 2013

Employees of Mir Group organized the World Environmental Day on 5th June 2013 with various activities. We also conducted plant a tree sapling and distributed healthy food at Kannur Chaladu North L.P. School students.

Mangalam Daily Kannur, Friday, 7 June, 2013

Mir Group employees organized a counseling class for the school children and also distributed healthy food for small children on the World Environment Day.

Malayala Manorama Daily Aleppey, Thursday, 6 June, 2013

Mir Group celebrated the World Environmental Day at Alleppey on 5 June 2013. The chief guest Thahasildaar Sri .M. Hussain inaugurated the event by planting a tree sapling at Punnamada M.A.R. Karayogam Heritage Lake Resort. They also conducted cleanliness drive around lake Vembanad.

Indian Express Kochi, Thursday, 6 June, 2013

Mir Group celebrated the World Environmental Day on 5th June 2013 by planting a tree sapling and food distribution at Cochin (Thrikakkara) Shishu Bhavan Orphanage. The function was inaugurated by Ernakulam district collector Mr. P.I. Shaik Pareeth.

Mathrubhumi - February 20, 2013

Mir Group, in association with IMA Blood Bank conducted a Blood Donation Camp at its Corporate Office in Kochi on Feb 19, 2013. Dr. O V Sudheer, Senior Consultant Surgeon - Gastro Surgery Department at the Amritha Institute of Medical Sciences inaugurated the function and Mr. Arun Kumar, Managing Director - Mir Group handed over the list of voluntary donors from the company to Dr. Sudheer.

Malayala Manorama - February 06, 2012

Mir Group's Annual Table Top Calendar gets a special mention for the Corporate Social Responsibility theme chosen for the year 2012.

Malayala Manorama - December 03, 2011

The project management and consultancy arm of Mir Group has been awarded the consultancy to develop a Master Plan for Traffic Management at Andaman & Nicobar Islands (ANI). This prestigious consultancy has been awarded to the company through a global bid issued by the Indian government in ANI.

Business Line - December 03, 2011

Mir Projects & Consultants has been awarded the consultancy for developing the traffic master plan for Andaman & Nicobar Islands (ANI), in association with Prointec, its international partner from Spain. Proposed to be completed within 10 months, this consultancy calls for a master plan that will define the air, sea and road traffic infrastructure to provide cost effective travel within the ANI, between the islands and with the mainland until the year 2030.

Gulf Today - December 04, 2011

The Kerala-based firm, Mir Projects & Consultants has bagged the consultancy to develop a master plan for traffic management at Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI). It is the need of the hour to develop transport facilities and reduce traffic congestion in a sustainable manner without disturbing the islands' unique ecological footprint and carrying capacity," said K Arun Kumar, managing director of Mir Group.

Oman Observer - December 04, 2011

Mir Group's project management and consultancy arm has been awarded the consultancy to develop a Master Plan for Traffic Management at Andaman & Nicobar Islands (ANI). This prestigious consultancy has been awarded to the company through a global bid issued by the Indian government in ANI.

The Hindu - June 19, 2011

Mir Projects & Consultants - the project management and consultancy arm of the South India based diversified business house, Mir Group - has been awarded the consultancy for the Master Plan preparation and development of Gwalior Counter Magnet area, through a global bid. This prestigious consultancy has been awarded to the company by the Special Area Development Authority (SADA) constituted by the Govt. of Madhya Pradesh, for the development of Gwalior.

Indian Express - June 18, 20111

The development plan of Gwalior Counter Magnet area has been assigned to Mir Projects & Consultants, who will be developing the master plan in association with Prointec, its international partner from Spain. Prointec is a renowned leader in urban development and has played a pivotal role in the Regional Planning of Almer?a Metropolitan Area and the Master Planning for Bilbao Metropolitan Area in Spain.

Malayala Manorama - June 18, 2011

"The Gwalior city management project will not only prove our mettle in urban infrastructure connected to the capital city of Delhi but it will also help expand our operations and brand equity in the northern regions of India. We will definitely be a major player in the urban development sector this year," said Arun Kumar, Managing Director - Mir Group. Mir Projects & Consultants has done consultancy for almost all seaports in India and is the consultant for India's dream railway project for the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation India (DFCCIL). Mir Group's real estate and construction wing, Mir Realtors, is also developing three eco-friendly township projects in Cochin, Trivandrum and Kannur in the state of Kerala.

Mathrubhumi - June 18, 2011

Mir Projects & Consultants has bagged the consultancy contract for the preparation of the master plan for the development of Gwalior counter magnet area. Gwalior is one of the five counter magnet areas being planned to decongest the National Capital Region. The consultancy contract for the development of Gwalior has been awarded by the Government of Madhya Pradesh.

Mangalam - June 19, 2011

Kerala-based company has been awarded the consultancy contract to build a counter magnet to ease the pressure on the national capital of New Delhi, the world's largest urban agglomeration after Tokyo.The master plan for developing Gwalior West is being conceived on a large area of land measuring 75,000 acres which will house well-planned educational and health institutions, commercial establishments, parks and recreational facilities, utilities and infrastructure to support road, rail and air connectivity.

The Gulf Today - June 20, 2011

The project management and consultancy arm of the South India based diversified business house, Mir Group has been awarded the consultancy for the Master Plan preparation and development of Gwalior Counter Magnet area, through a global bid.

Oman Observe - June 17, 2011

The development plan of Gwalior Counter Magnet area has been assigned to Mir Projects & Consultants, who will be developing the master plan in association with Prointec, its international partner from Spain.

Deccan Chronicle - June 18, 2011

Gwalior will be the first among the five Counter Magnet cities, the other four being Kota (Rajasthan), Hissar (Haryana), Patiala (Punjab) and Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh). The recent additions are Kanpur, Ambala and Dehradun. Once developed, Gwalior will emerge as a functional and modern model that offers an eco-friendly environment, improved quality of life, excellent economic opportunities, better housing, state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class amenities, sewerage, waste management & water treatment facilities, solar power management systems and direct road linkages among many others.

Business Line - June 18, 2011

Mir Projects & Consultants has done consultancy for almost all seaports in India and is the consultant for India's dream railway project for the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation India (DFCCIL). Mir Group's real estate and construction wing, Mir Realtors, is also developing three eco-friendly township projects in Cochin, Trivandrum and Kannur in the state of Kerala.

The Economic Times - June 17, 2011

"In 2010, we had been focusing on seaport projects and but this year our aim is to emerge as major consultants in the urban development sector as well. We have a few urban development consultancy projects in the pipeline at other states in India as well as Sri Lanka," says Jay Damodaran, Director - Mir Projects & Consultants.

Khaleej Times Online - June 19, 2011

We will definitely be a major player in the urban development sector this year," said Arun Kumar, Managing Director - Mir Group.

Malayala Manorama, February 10, 2011

Technopark-based KREARA Solutions set up its second unit at Mir IFCR campus near Kadavanthra.

Mathrubhumi, February 10, 2011

Sri A P Kuttikrishnan, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Kannur University inaugurated the second unit of KREARA Solutions set up at Mir IFCR campus near Kadavanthra.

The Hindu, February 10, 2011

KREARA Solutions' recently inaugurated second unit at Mir IFCR campus, Kadavanthra will offer clinical biostatistics and data management services to support clinical reasearch studies conducted by pharmaceutical MNCs.

Kerala Kaumudi, February 10, 2011

KREARA Solutions set up its second unit at Mir IFCR campus, Kadavanthra to offer clinical biostatistics and data management services that support clinical reasearch studies conducted by pharmaceutical MNCs.

December 12, 2010 Malayala Manorama

Mir IFCR's national seminar on the scope and career prospects of clinical research in Kerala, "Dream Weavers", was held at Park Central Hotel to build an interface between the student community in Kerala and industry stalwarts. The focus is also on identifying students who have an aptitude for Clinical Research, thereby giving them an opportunity to start associating with the industry without incurring any additional training. The seminar is being inaugurated by Dr. S. Sachidananda Kamath, President, IMA Cochin.

December 14, 2010 Mathrubhumi

Mir IFCR, the clinical research and training division of the diverse business house, Mir Group, organized Dream Weavers 2010, career fest and national seminar on the scope and career prospects of clinical research in Kerala, yesterday.

December 12, 2010 Sunday Express

The seminar was inaugurated by Dr. S. Sachidananda Kamath, President, IMA Cochin. Several eminent speakers and highly competent industry experts shared their wisdom at the seminar.

Malayala Manorama, September 30, 2010

Mir Projects & Consultants, the consultancy & project management division of the diversified Mir Group, has bagged the prestigious consultancy for developing a Greenfield Port for the Government of Karnataka through the implementation agency, the Karnataka State Industrial Investment and Development Corporation Limited.

The Hindu - Business Line, September 29, 2010

The prestigious Tadri port project has been bagged by Mir Projects & Consultants in association with their Spanish technical partner, Prointec, through a global bid. The final output will be a Master Plan for the Greenfield Port. The eventual value of investment expected will be to the tune of around 3000 crores.

Indian Express, September 29, 2010

Mir Group has bagged the consultancy for Tadri port in Karnataka. Tadri port is situated near Honnavar in North Kanara district and the scope of work is to prepare the feasibility report and the plans to develop a Greenfield Port with allied facilities on 2000 acres situated in the estuary of the Aghanashini River.

Mathrubhumi, September 27, 2010

Mir Group, has bagged the prestigious consultancy for developing a Greenfield Port for the Government of Karnataka. The study involves traffic evaluation, geotechnical and bathymetric studies, social impact assessment and concept designing of the eventual port development. The final output will be a Master Plan for the Greenfield Port. The eventual value of investment expected will be to the tune of around 3000 crores.

Malayala Manorama, August 13, 2010

Mir Group plans to put together an eco-friendly waste management & energy production project in Kannur in association with the Switzerland-based pioneer, Pyromex.

Mathrubhumi, August 13, 2010

In association with the Switzerland-based company, Pyromex, Mir Group ventures to satisfy the worldwide growing demand for energy by introducing for the first time in Kannur, an ecological, efficient and economical method to treat waste and simultaneously utilize renewable resources.

New Indian Express (All India Edition), August 02, 2010

Mir Projects & Consultants won the global bid for India's prestigious dream project in the railway sector.

The Hindu Business Line, July 31, 2010

Beating 15 contenders, the Kerala-based Mir Group bagged the dedicated freight corridor rail consultancy project.

Mathrubhumi, July 31, 2010

Mir Projects & Consultants bagged the consultancy for the development of the Rs.30,000 Crore, 1,483-km freight corridor rail project, which will be undertaken with Germany's Uniconsult.

Malayala Manorama, July 31, 2010

Mir Group's consultancy wing competed with 15 leading international consultants and won the freight corridor project worth a total outlay of Rs.30,000 crore.

Kerala Kaumudi, August 01, 2010

"It is definitely a matter of pride for the corporate world in Kerala that Kerala-based companies are becoming strong enough to compete with international consulting firms", said Arun Kumar, Managing Director - Mir Group.

Deepika, August 01, 2010

Mir Projects & Consultants won the consultancy for the Mumbai-Delhi freight corridor projects. Once completed the dedicated freight corridors will enable the Indian Railways to improve its customer orientation and meet market needs more effectively.

Mangalam, July 31, 2010

Though this would be the first railway project for Mir Projects & Consultants, the company has wide-ranging experience with several prestigious port-based projects.

Deshabhimani, July 31, 2010

Mir Projects & Consultants bagged the freight corridor consultancy project, beating 13 international and 2 Indian bidders. The project is expected to commence in early August.

Mathrubhumi & Mangalam, July 27, 2010

Mir Group, the South India based, multi-faceted business house diversified its portfolio into the sector of clinical research and training.

Oman Daily Observer, July 27, 2010

India currently is the fastest growing destination for clinical research in the world. Mir Group's initiative in this segment represents an ambitious step in India's healthcare industry.

Outsourcing Clinical Research ,July 27, 2010

Mir Group has also taken over an existing, ongoing clinical research institute at Cochin - IFCR India. It is one of the leading clinical research training institutes that extends clinical research training to medical professionals and research students across India.

Mangalam, June 30, 2010

The 14th All India Magazine Contest organized by the Rotary Club of Cochin Midtown has announced the South India based Mir Group's in-house magazine "Mirabilia" as the winner of the third prize.

Express Travelers World, March 2010

Mir Tours commences M.I.C.E. operations to help corporates plan, organize and manage meetings, exhibitions, conferences, fairs and other events across the globe.

Malayala Manorama, March 03, 2010

Sri Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, Hon'ble Minister for Home & Tourism lights the lamp, officially inaugurating the launch of Haritham, Phase II at 'The Greens' township, Trivandrum.

Deshabhimani, March 03, 2010

Launch of Haritham, Phase II at 'The Greens' township, Trivandrum is auspiciously heralded by Sri Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, Hon'ble Minister for Home & Tourism.

Mathrubhumi, February 24, 2010

Mir Realtors, the construction & real estate division of Mir Group, has announced the launch of Phase Two of their eco-friendly township “The Greens”, at Trivandrum.

Mangalam, February 24, 2010

Mir Realtors’ 15-storeyed apartment tower – “Haritham” – will be officially launched on February 25, 2010 by Sri Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, Hon’ble Minister for Home & Tourism.

Malayala Manorama, February 24, 2010

Following the successful completion of Phase One at Mir Group’s township at Trivandrum, the eco-friendly builder is launching Phase Two of construction at the Rs.125 Crore township project.

Kerala Kaumudhi, February 24, 2010

Launching Phase Two construction of their second township at Trivandrum, Arun Kumar, Managing Director – Mir Group said, “People are realizing the importance of living in harmony with nature and eco-friendly living spaces are gaining wide acceptance across India, especially Kerala.

Janmabhumi, February 24, 2010

Phase Two is being launched at “The Greens”, the largest, eco-friendly township in the capital city,  spread across 11 acres of lush greenery at Karakulam near Peroorkada. The project features 64 premium villas as well as 300 apartments and is located on the state highway to Nedumangad.

Deshabhimani, February 24, 2010

The launch ceremony of Phase Two – “The Greens” will witness the performances of celebrated personalities in Indian classical music, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya (santoor maestro), Pandit Abhijit Banerjee (tabla maestro), Kalaimamani Dr. Nandini Muthuswamy (violin maestro) and  Sri Chandana Wickramasinghe & The Dancers’ Guild, who were specially flown in from Sri Lanka, Colombo to perform at the said function.

Chandrika, February 24, 2010

Mir Group expands its horizons across the sands of Kuwait to investigate business areas where the group can collaborate with like-minded companies in the region.