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Acharya Manish brings ayurvedic wisdom to MasterChef India stage
MUMBAI: MasterChef India is set to spotlight India’s growing influence in holistic wellness with a special episode titled Ayurveda Ka Mahotsav, featuring renowned ayurveda expert Acharya Manish. Blending tradition with modern culinary innovation, the episode reinforces the philosophy of food as medicine.
Acharya Manish was warmly introduced by chef Kunal Kapur as a leading face of Indian ayurveda, sharing his vision of taking ancient wellness practices into every household kitchen. The episode intensifies with the launch of a unique “organ mystery box” challenge, where contestant jodis are tasked with creating dishes aligned with ayurvedic principles.
Raising the stakes, chef Ranveer Brar announced that the lowest-performing dish in each challenge would be sent directly to the black apron round. The pressure sparked intense creativity as participants pushed boundaries to impress both the judges and the special guest.
Visibly moved by the innovation on display, Acharya Manish praised the contestants for elevating the value of ayurvedic food across the country, calling the initiative a meaningful step in bringing traditional wisdom to the mainstream.
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KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
