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16 Jun

‘Punjab di Khushboo’ Food Festival to Be Held in Mussoorie from June 19–29

MediaCatalystFood, Hospitality

Mussoorie : A 10-day Punjabi food festival titled Punjab di Khushboo is scheduled to take place at Whistling Pines, an open-air venue in Mussoorie, from June 19 to 29, 2025. Organized by The Fern Brentwood Resort & Spa, the event aims to showcase traditional Punjabi cuisine and cultural elements. According to the organizers, the festival will feature a rotating dinner buffet served daily from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Dishes include regional preparations such as Butter Chicken, Sarson da Saag, Amritsari Macchi, Chole Bhature, and Rajma, among others. Desserts like Jalebi, Phirni, and Gajar ka Halwa will also be offered.…

16 Jun

Motion Education Students Secure Top Ranks in NEET 2025

MediaCatalystEducation

Mumbai : Seven students from Motion Education have secured positions in the Top 100 in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2025, while a total of 18 students from the institute are among the Top 500, according to data shared by the coaching centre. The results were acknowledged at an event held on Saturday at the institution’s Daksh Campus in Kota, Rajasthan, where institute officials, including Chairman Surendra Vijay, Director Sushila Vijay, and Deputy Director Amit Verma, met with the high-ranking candidates. Founder and CEO Nitin Vijay stated that complete data on results is still being compiled due…

18 Apr

Wardwizard Announces Price Cuts Across Joy e-Bike Models to Accelerate EV Adoption in India

MediaCatalystAutomobile, EV

Vadodara: — In a significant move to boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption and make clean mobility more accessible, Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Limited, the manufacturer of Joy e-bike and Joy e-rik, has announced price reductions of up to ₹13,000 on a selection of its electric two-wheeler models. The company has revised prices across its most popular low-speed EV models including the WOLF 31AH, GEN NEXT 31AH, GEN NEXT NANU PLUS, WOLF PLUS, GEN NEXT NANU ECO, and WOLF ECO, aiming to reach a wider consumer base and promote eco-friendly commuting options. 📉 Revised Prices Across Models: ModelEarlier PriceDiscounted PriceWOLF 31AH₹72,000₹57,749GEN…

18 Apr

Tata Elxsi Secures €50 Million Engineering Deal with Leading European Automotive OEM

MediaCatalystBusiness, Technology

Mumbai: — Tata Elxsi, a global design and technology services leader, has announced a strategic multi-year engineering partnership worth €50 million with a major European automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The deal marks a significant milestone in Tata Elxsi’s growing role as a key enabler of next-generation, software-led mobility solutions. Under the agreement, Tata Elxsi will set up a dedicated Global Engineering Centre to support the OEM’s software-defined vehicle (SDV) platform roadmap, spanning key automotive domains such as electrification, body and chassis systems, and cloud-native development. The centre will also develop a proprietary technology stack that includes an in-house operating…

18 Apr

BluPine Energy Signs 25-Year PPA with SECI for 150 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan, Pioneers Energy Storage Integration

MediaCatalystBusiness, Energy

Mumbai: BluPine Energy has inked a landmark 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for a 150 MW solar power project integrated with an Energy Storage System (ESS) in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district. The agreement marks a significant step toward bolstering India’s clean energy ambitions and enhancing the reliability of renewable power. The project will be developed through BluPine’s Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), Solarcraft Power India 17 Private Limited, and is part of SECI’s broader plan to procure 2,000 MW of power from Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected solar projects with 1,000 MW/4,000 MWh energy storage…

17 Apr

Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Response in a Week on Waqf Amendment Act

MediaCatalystNews

New Delhi: — The Supreme Court of India has commenced hearings on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, a legislation that has sparked sharp legal, political, and communal debates across the country. A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices Sanjay Kumar and K.V. Viswanathan, is examining over 70 petitions filed by political leaders, religious bodies, civil society groups, and individuals. During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Union government, defended the legislation, stating that the Centre had received “lakhs of representations” highlighting concerns over large swathes…

17 Apr

Simpliforge Sets Global Record with World’s Highest On-Site 3D Printed Structure in Ladakh

MediaCatalystInfrastructure Development, Technology

Hyderabad: — In a groundbreaking achievement that pushes the boundaries of engineering, construction, and defense technology, Hyderabad-based Simpliforge Creations, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad and the Indian Army, has delivered the world’s highest on-site 3D printed structure under Project PRABAL—at a staggering altitude of 11,000 feet in Leh, Ladakh. The project marks the successful installation of a 3D-printed protective military bunker—a global first in additive construction at such extreme high-altitude and low-oxygen (HALO) conditions. The effort sets a new global benchmark for in-situ 3D printing, showcasing India's emergence as a leader in deeptech and defense infrastructure innovation. The high-altitude deployment…

17 Apr

ART Fertility Clinics and MOGS Host ‘Lab to Life’ Conference 2025

MediaCatalystHealth

Mumbai: — ART Fertility Clinics, in collaboration with the Mumbai Obstetric & Gynecological Society (MOGS), hosted the Annual Conference 2025 – ‘Lab to Life’ in Mumbai, bringing together global and Indian leaders in assisted reproductive technology (ART), gynecology, and embryology. The one-day conference focused on bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and real-life clinical outcomes in fertility care. It featured insightful panel discussions, expert-led sessions, and the latest in scientific research covering ovarian stimulation, stem cell therapy, the impact of paternal aging, and the future role of AI in embryology. Renowned international fertility specialists such as Prof. Dr. Human Fatemi,…

17 Apr

That Sassy Thing Raises ₹6 Cr in a seed funding round

MediaCatalystInvestment

Delhi: — That Sassy Thing, the women-first sexual wellness brand, has raised ₹6 crore in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The funding round also saw participation from prominent entrepreneurs like Bala Sarda (Vahdam Teas), Saurabh Munjal (Lahori Zeera), Kirti Jangra (Animall Technologies), and Chandigarh Angels Network (CAN). Founded in 2021 by Sachee Malhotra and Himanshu Bhalla, That Sassy Thing is reimagining the sexual wellness space in India with a bold, stigma-free, and pleasure-positive approach. The brand’s product range—including full-body massagers, aloe-based lubricants, and intimate washes—is designed for safety, discretion, and comfort. What sets it apart…

17 Apr

Elevate Insights Joins Hands with Consuma AI to Revolutionize Consumer Research

MediaCatalystBusiness

Gurgaon: — In a significant move set to transform the landscape of consumer insights and data analytics, Gurgaon-based marketing strategy firm Elevate Insights has partnered with Bangalore's AI startup Consuma AI. The partnership aims to combine the precision and speed of artificial intelligence with the strategic depth of human behavioral expertise to offer hybrid consumer diagnostics to businesses. The collaboration is expected to address a growing challenge faced by marketers—balancing speed with strategic rigor. While AI-driven tools offer rapid data analysis, they often lack the contextual understanding and depth that come with traditional, human-led research. This new model integrates both,…