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16 Apr

GM Srinath Narayanan Joins Chessbrainz as Brand Ambassador to Boost Global Chess Education

MediaCatalystNews, Sports

New Delhi: – Olympiad gold medal-winning coach Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan has joined global online chess academy Chessbrainz as brand ambassador. The collaboration, facilitated by MGD1, aims to strengthen structured chess education across 50+ countries. Srinath, one of India’s leading chess coaches and a mentor to players like Arjun Erigaisi and Nihal Sarin, will contribute to enhancing Chessbrainz’s curriculum, developing its coaching framework, and providing students with direct access to high-level training. The partnership also includes the use of his name and image in training initiatives. “Chess education is evolving, and platforms like Chessbrainz are making structured learning accessible to more…

16 Apr

Appy Pie Enters Generative AI Space with Launch of PixelForge and Vibeo

MediaCatalystBusiness, Technology

New Delhi: – Appy Pie has launched two AI models: PixelForge and Vibeo, marking its entry into the generative AI space. The tools allow users to create images and videos from text or image inputs, without requiring design or technical skills. The launch follows the company’s earlier language model, Flawless Text, and expands Appy Pie’s offerings in content creation. PixelForge is a text-to-image model that produces visuals based on user prompts. It supports various outputs, including images for advertising, product concepts, and branding materials. The tool is built to work across different styles and use cases. Vibeo is a text-to-video…

15 Apr

MMTC-PAMP Launches First-Ever Exclusive Brand Store for 24K Gold and Silver in Delhi

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New Delhi: – MMTC-PAMP, India’s only LBMA-accredited gold and silver refinery, has launched its first-ever Exclusive Brand Store in Rohini Sector 7, Delhi. The store is dedicated solely to selling 24K 999.9+ pure gold and silver coins and bars—marking a significant milestone in the company’s retail expansion across India. The new store was officially inaugurated by Mr. Marwan Shakarchi, Group CEO of the MKS PAMP Group, and is part of MMTC-PAMP’s broader strategy to enhance customer engagement by combining Swiss craftsmanship with Indian cultural aesthetics. Unlike traditional jewellery outlets, the brand store focuses exclusively on minted precious metal coins and…

10 Apr

Trump’s Tariff War Heats Up: China Faces Immediate Duties as Others Get 90-Day Reprieve

MediaCatalystNews, World

New Delhi– The United States’ trade war with the world took a dramatic turn as President Donald Trump announced a partial pause on his sweeping tariff plan, delaying implementation for 90 days on imports from all countries except China. The move, revealed in a late-night Truth Social post on April 9, keeps the pressure on Beijing while offering a temporary olive branch to other trading partners amid mounting economic turbulence and international backlash. Trump’s initial tariff salvo came on April 2, when he declared a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with steeper duties targeting specific nations. China bore the…

10 Apr

Coromandel International and Ma’aden Forge Long-Term Fertilizer Supply Deal

MediaCatalystAgriculture, Business

Mumbai: – Coromandel International, an Indian agri-solutions provider, and Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma'aden), a phosphate fertilizer producer, have solidified their partnership with a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at securing a stable supply of crucial fertilizers for Indian agriculture. The agreement, signed on April 9, 2025, will ensure Coromandel receives long-term supplies of Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) and NP/NPK fertilizers from Ma'aden. This move comes amidst global supply chain disruptions that have impacted DAP availability in India. "This strategic partnership with Ma'aden is a natural extension of our longstanding relationship and will help Coromandel ensure timely availability of DAP…

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

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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…