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09 Apr

HONEYWELL UNVEILS AI-ASSISTED SUITE TO OPTIMIZE GREEN HYDROGEN PLANTS

Kumar AnshumanBusiness

Mumbai: – Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced the launch of Honeywell Protonium™, an advanced suite of technologies enabled by artificial intelligence (AI) and powered by machine learning (ML) designed to make the production of green hydrogen more efficient, cost-effective, and scalable. Honeywell Protonium™ will first be deployed by Aternium, a US-based large-scale producer of clean hydrogen, who will leverage the new technologies across its planned Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2), one of seven national hydrogen hubs selected for an award by the US Department of Energy. To help meet industries’ growing energy demands and support a broader range of sources, Honeywell Protonium™…

09 Apr

Vritti Solutions Ltd. Enters UAE Market with Comprehensive IT Suite

Kumar AnshumanBusiness

New Delhi: – Indian IT firm Vritti Solutions Ltd. has announced its expansion into the United Arab Emirates (UAE), bringing its suite of enterprise solutions to the rapidly growing and technologically advanced market. The move signifies a significant step in the company's global growth strategy, building on its established success in India. Vritti Solutions will introduce its flagship Ekatm Suite, a comprehensive range of enterprise solutions designed to centralize organizational data and streamline operations. The suite includes Ekatm ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ekatm CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Ekatm WMS (Warehouse Management System), and Ekatm Work (project management and collaboration tool),…

26 Mar

Findi Secures INR 243 Crore to Fuel Indian Fintech Expansion

MediaCatalystBusiness, Investment

New Delhi, March 26, 2025 – Findi Ltd (ASX: FND), an Australian-listed fintech company, has raised A$45 million (INR 243 Crore) to bolster its majority-owned Indian subsidiary, Transaction Solutions International (India) Pvt Ltd (TSI). This significant capital infusion, one of the largest fintech fundings in India in the past six months, underscores Findi's growing influence in the country's rapidly evolving digital payments sector. The funding was secured through an institutional placement and share purchase plan (SPP), attracting strong participation from institutional investors. The proceeds will be strategically deployed to enhance TSI's technological infrastructure, expand its merchant payment solutions, and accelerate…

24 Mar

Indian AI Startup NeuralGarage Makes History with SXSW Pitch Victory

MediaCatalystBusiness, Technology

Mumbai: NeuralGarage, a Mumbai-based GenAI startup, has achieved a landmark victory at the prestigious SXSW Pitch Competition, becoming the first Indian company to win the coveted award. The win, announced at the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference and festival in Austin, Texas, marks a significant milestone for the Indian tech industry on the global stage. NeuralGarage triumphed in the "Entertainment, Media, Sports & Content" category with its innovative technology, "VisualDub." This technology addresses the long-standing challenge of visual discord in dubbed content by seamlessly synchronizing actors' lip movements and expressions with the dubbed audio, creating a more authentic and immersive…

24 Mar

Jindal (India) Limited Eyes Northern Growth with Retailer Meet in Mandi Gobindgarh

MediaCatalystBusinessJindal Steel

Mandi Gobindgarh: Jindal (India) Limited, a major player in India's downstream steel products sector, convened a significant retailers' meet, "Milaap," in Mandi Gobindgarh, the "Steel City" of Punjab, on March 23, 2024. The event, organized in collaboration with authorized distributor Mahawar Alloys, drew nearly 60 local retailers and senior company representatives, signaling Jindal's intent to solidify its presence in the northern region. The company, a subsidiary of the B.C. Jindal Group, used the platform to showcase its advanced coated steel products, highlighting their durability and suitability for diverse industrial applications. Notably, Jindal Sabrang, a range of vibrant, color-coated steel with…

17 Feb

Fossil Arrives in Chandigarh with New Elante Mall Store

MediaCatalystBusiness

Chandigarh – Fossil, the international lifestyle brand known for its watches, accessories, and leather goods, has opened its first franchise store in Chandigarh at Elante Mall. This marks the brand's 30th retail location in India and strengthens its presence in the North Indian market. The new store, which opened its doors on February 17, 2025, offers Chandigarh shoppers access to Fossil's full range of products, including timepieces, handbags, jewelry, and other lifestyle accessories. The store's design reflects Fossil's blend of modern style and classic craftsmanship, creating what the company describes as an "inviting and interactive retail space." "Chandigarh, known for…

17 Feb

Sonoco Invests in Hyderabad Tech Hub, Creating Hundreds of Jobs

MediaCatalystBusiness, Investment

Hyderabad – Global packaging giant Sonoco has launched a state-of-the-art Performance Hub in Hyderabad, investing up to $10 million in the first phase. The facility will house up to 500 technologists within the next three years, creating significant job opportunities and solidifying Hyderabad's position as a key player in Sonoco's global operations. The hub, inaugurated on February 17, 2025, will focus on leveraging data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to drive innovation in packaging design and manufacturing. Sonoco aims to onboard around 300 employees in the next 12-18 months, eventually scaling up to 500. "The Hyderabad Performance Hub is a…

15 Feb

Bodhitree Multimedia Sees Strong Q3 Growth, Driven by Quality Content

MediaCatalystBusiness, Marketing

MUMBAI – Bodhitree Multimedia Ltd. (BSE: BTML; NSE: BTML), an Indian content creation and media production company, has announced impressive financial results for the third quarter ending December 31, 2024. The company reported significant increases in revenue and profit, both on a consolidated and standalone basis. Consolidated total revenue reached INR 50.47 crores, a 19.6% jump from INR 42.17 crores in the same period last year. Consolidated Profit Before Tax (PBT) rose by 9.9% to INR 4.31 crores, compared to INR 3.92 crores in Q3 2023. Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a substantial 22.2% increase, reaching INR 3.03 crores, up…

19 Dec

Velocity Pours ₹200 Cr into India’s Booming F&B Sector

MediaCatalystBusiness, Investment

Bengaluru: Velocity, a leading cash-flow based financing platform, has announced a significant investment of ₹200 crore to empower India’s burgeoning restaurant and cloud kitchen industry. The fund is specifically designed to cater to the unique financial needs of F&B brands, particularly those operating on popular food aggregator platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. The F&B sector in India is experiencing exponential growth, driven by rising disposable incomes, evolving consumer preferences, and the increasing popularity of online food delivery. According to a report by Swiggy and Bain & Company, the market is projected to nearly double, reaching ₹9 trillion by 2030. Velocity's…

18 Dec

Mars Veterinary Health Invests in Crown Veterinary Services

MediaCatalystBusiness, Health

Investment will help advance pet healthcare in India and provide training and resources for local veterinary professionals Mumbai: Crown Veterinary Services (Crown Vet) today announced Mars Veterinary Health has entered the Indian veterinary sector through a minority investment. As part of a family-owned business with nearly 90 years of experience caring for pets, including 30 years in veterinary services, Mars Veterinary Health brings deep global expertise to Crown Vet’s established local presence that will help advance veterinary care in India. With its network of eight clinics across five cities in India—Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune—Crown Vet is known for…