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New Delhi [India], March 23: Oshea Herbals, one of India’s fastest growing personal care brands has been conferred with the ‘Excellence in Herbal Personal Care’ award at the prestigious Mirchi Elite Club 2026, hosted on 18th March, Wednesday at Taj Swabhumi Rangmanch, Kolkata. The award was presented to Yash Kundlia, Co-Founder, Oshea Herbals, by acclaimed Bengali actor Parambrata Chatterjee, in the presence of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and cultural voices from across the city.

For a brand that began its journey over a decade ago with a clear and grounded idea, this recognition carries deeper meaning. Oshea Herbals was built at a time when consumers were often choosing between traditional remedies that lacked consistency and modern products that felt harsh on the skin. The intent from the start was to bring these two worlds closer, to create formulations that stayed rooted in herbal knowledge while meeting modern expectations of safety, performance, and reliability.

What began as a focused effort in West Bengal gradually grew into a wider presence across India. Over the years, Oshea Herbals has expanded its portfolio to over 500 products spanning skincare, haircare, and sun care, addressing everyday concerns such as pigmentation, tanning, hydration, and skin clarity. The brand’s steady growth has been driven less by noise and more by repeat trust, with a strong retail backbone complemented by digital and exclusive store presence.

The recognition at Mirchi Elite Club comes as a showcase of this journey, one built through consistency, product performance, and a deep understanding of Indian consumers.

Speaking on the occasion, Yash Kundlia, Co-Founder, Oshea Herbals, said, “Awards like this make you pause for a moment and look back at how far you’ve come. Oshea started with a very simple belief, that herbal care should be dependable, not unpredictable. Over the years, we have stayed focused on getting the basics right, creating products that people can use every day with confidence. This recognition from Mirchi Elite Club is a reminder of the responsibility we carry going forward. The trust that consumers place in us is what truly drives the brand.”

The Mirchi Elite Club is regarded as one of the region’s most credible platforms celebrating excellence across industries, recognising brands that have built both relevance and reliability over time.

As Oshea Herbals continues to expand its footprint across retail, digital, and experiential formats, the brand remains focused on strengthening its core promise, delivering herbal formulations that are consistent, accessible, and aligned with real consumer needs. This recognition stands as a milestone in that journey, and a signal of what lies ahead.

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A high-intent New Delhi gathering marks five years of Goldenflitch and signals the next chapter in AI-native product, design, and innovation leadership.

New Delhi [India], March 23: Goldenflitch, the design and innovation studio led by Arka Baidya & Vinay Krishna Gupta will celebrate its 5-year milestone with an invite-only leadership gathering in New Delhi themed “The Frontier of AI-Driven Product Design 2026.” The evening is designed to bring founders, CEOs, CXOs, product leaders, venture capitalists, strategic investors, and AI innovators into one room for substantive conversation, curated networking, and a forward-looking dialogue on where product building is headed next.

In startup terms, five years is more than a milestone. It is proof of resilience, earned relevance, and the ability to keep building through uncertainty. Goldenflitch’s fifth anniversary is being positioned not simply as a celebration, but as a statement about the kind of companies and leaders that will shape the next wave of digital products: design-led, AI-aware, and built for long-term value.

At the center of that story is Arka Baidya, Co-founder and CEO of Goldenflitch. His entrepreneurial journey reflects the discipline of building without a ready-made blueprint and the conviction to stay focused on craft, clients, and continuous evolution. Over five years, Goldenflitch has grown from an early-stage studio into a multidisciplinary team serving notable brands and institutions, while strengthening its reputation at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation.

Supporting this next phase is Rohan Khanduja, Board Member and Technical Advisor. With 16 years scaling zero-to-one innovations at Amazon and Bank of America, he brings platform-level thinking to physical and digital products alike. A LinkedIn Top Voice, he is known for applying systems thinking, AI, and machine learning insights, and data-informed decision-making to build intuitive, adaptable products designed for mass-market adoption and long-term use.

“Five years is not just survival in startup life — it is earned trust. What Arka Baidya and Goldenflitch have built reflects resilience, clarity, and a rare commitment to thoughtful execution in a market often distracted by noise. This gathering matters because it brings together leaders who are not only talking about the future of AI-driven product design, but actively shaping it.” — Rohan Khanduja, Board Member & Technical Advisor, Goldenflitch

The event’s significance also lies in the quality of the room being assembled. It is expected to feature a distinguished mix of industry, product, public-sector, legal-tech, and media leadership, creating the kind of cross-functional dialogue that often leads to partnerships, perspective shifts, and new ideas. The objective is not volume. It is a signal.

The evening will feature Ms. Mamta Saikia, Former CEO of Bharti Airtel Foundation, as Chief Guest, alongside an accomplished panel of leaders including Abhilekh Kumar, Founder & CEO of Tripare AI; Ravindra Gupta, Ex Director General Safety, Railway Board; Alankrit Gupta, Director of Product at PRISM (known as OYO); Abhishek Nigam, Business Head, Ad Tech, Times Internet; and Subhomoy Bakshi, Digital Transformation Head, LKS Attorneys.

For Goldenflitch, the anniversary reflects more than longevity. It signals the rise of a studio that has stayed close to product, close to design, and increasingly close to the conversations shaping how AI will transform user experiences, product strategy, and business models in the years ahead. As the company enters its next chapter, the gathering is expected to stand out as one of the more meaningful pre-event rooms for entrepreneurs, founders, operators, and investors tracking the future of product and innovation in India and beyond.

Event Snapshot

• Event: The Frontier of AI-Driven Product Design 2026
• Occasion: Goldenflitch 5th Anniversary Founder & CXO Networking Mixer
• Date: 21 March 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM onwards
• Venue: CSOI, KG Marg, Delhi

About Goldenflitch

Goldenflitch is a design and innovation studio working across strategy, design, branding, build, and marketing. Over the past five years, it has positioned itself at the intersection of product thinking, digital design, and innovation-led execution, helping brands and ventures build experiences designed for relevance, usability, and long-term value.

About Rohan Khanduja

Rohan Khanduja serves as Board Member and Technical Advisor to Goldenflitch. He has spent 16 years scaling zero-to-one innovations at Amazon and Bank of America and is recognized for bringing systems thinking, AI and machine learning insight, and data-driven strategy to products built for broad adoption and long-term impact. He is also the founder and investor of Lotus Worldwide.

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The Leela Annual Golf Tournament 2026 – 4th Edition, Celebrating Community, Commitment, and the Future of Indian Golf

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 23: The Leela Palace Bengaluru successfully hosted the 4th edition of The Leela Annual Golf Tournament 2026 at the iconic Karnataka Golf Association. The 18-hole shotgun tournament brought together seasoned golfers and emerging young talent, reinforcing its growing reputation as a meaningful platform for the future of Indian golf.

Building on the success of previous editions, the tournament continues to bring together corporate leaders, veteran golfers, mentors, families, and young athletes, creating a strong community around the sport.

Organised in collaboration with the KGA Junior Golf Development Program and the Karnataka Golf Association, this year’s edition further strengthened its vision of nurturing young talent, celebrating discipline, and enabling mentorship through active engagement.

Junior golfers not only competed but also engaged with experienced players, gaining exposure to a premier playing environment where ambition felt validated and dreams felt tangible.

Madhav Sehgal, Senior Vice President – Operations South and Head of Sales, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts, said, “For The Leela, true luxury lies not only in celebration, but in contribution. This tournament allows us to bring the sporting community together while empowering young players to dream bigger, aim higher, and feel supported at every stage of their journey.”

Nishant Agarwal, Vice President & General Manager, The Leela Palace Bengaluru, added, “The Leela Annual Golf Tournament continues to evolve as a platform that brings together the golfing community while encouraging the next generation of players. Through our continued association with the Karnataka Golf Association and the Junior Golf Development Program, we aim to create opportunities where young golfers feel inspired and supported.”

Participation spanned multiple categories, including dedicated junior divisions, bridging generations of golfers, from children taking their first competitive steps to accomplished players.

More than trophies, this tournament offers visibility. More than competition, it builds confidence. More than a game, it creates belonging.

A total of 16 awards were presented across categories, recognising 15 winners, with standout performances across both main and junior divisions.

Tournament Results

Stableford Full Handicap

Category 0–18

• Winner: Karan Aggarwal – 42 pts
• Runner-up: Devaiah Thennira – 40 pts (Tie between Devaiah Thennira and Kanwaljit Singh; decided on better back 9)

Category 19–24

• Winner: Venu Mahadev – 42 pts
• Runner-up: Sunil Bathija – 40 pts

Special Prizes

• Closest to the Pin (15th Hole): Sandeep Singh
• Longest Drive (5th Hole): Sunita Da Costa – 329 yds
• Straightest Drive (2nd Hole): Jashan Ganapathy – 7.1 feet
• Hole-in-One: Sandeep Singh

Juniors Winners and Runners-up

8 Years & Below

• Winner: Ridhan Deepak – 13 pts
• Runner-up: Sunvisha Reddy N – 12 pts

9–11 Years

• Winner: Advath Sunil – 33 pts
• Runner-up: Vedika – 27 pts

12–14 Years

• Winner: Aida Thimmaiah – 37 pts
• Runner-up: Milind M G – 30 pts

15 Years & Above

• Winner: Ananthasurya – 30 pts
• Runner-up: Sudharshan – 28 pts

Participating Hotels

• The Leela Palace Bengaluru
• The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru
• The Leela Palace New Delhi
• The Leela Palace Chennai
• The Leela Palace Udaipur
• The Leela Palace Jaipur
• The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary

About The Leela Palace Bengaluru

The Leela Palace Bengaluru is a decadent palace, nestled amidst nine acres of lush gardens, featuring six floors of elegant, spacious 357 rooms and suites. Built in an Art Deco style, drawing inspiration from the architectural style of the Royal Palace of Mysore and the palaces of the Vijayanagar Empire, its copper domes, arches, and ornate ceilings reflect the grandeur of palaces of a bygone era. The hotel is near business districts, the cosmopolitan 100ft road, Indiranagar, and offers easy access to the city centre on MG Road.

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New Delhi [India], March 21: The prestigious “Building Bharat Leadership Summit – Roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047”, organized by Bharat 24 Channel, was held on Tuesday at the iconic Leela Palace, New Delhi. The grand event witnessed the participation of several Union Ministers, industrialists, builders, and influential personalities from across the country.

On this occasion, Indore-based real estate company Dream Group’s Co-Founders, Mr. Mohanlal Goyal and Mr. Vijay Singhal, were honoured with the “Excellence Award” by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Mr. Nitin Gadkari, in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the real estate sector.

The summit was graced by prominent dignitaries, including Union Minister Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Education Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Raksha Khadse, Delhi Government Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, and former Indian cricketer Praveen Kumar, among others.

The event featured insightful discussions on national development, industry growth, infrastructure, and the vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047.”

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Mohanlal Goyal stated that their primary objective is to provide people with better and luxurious lifestyles. He highlighted that Dream Group develops residential and commercial projects by keeping customer needs at the forefront.

Co-Founder Mr. Vijay Singhal expressed pride over receiving the award, calling it a significant milestone for the group. The group has successfully delivered more than 20 projects, benefiting hundreds of families, while its commercial developments in prime locations of Indore have evolved into major business hubs.Currently, 10 RERA-registered plotting, commercial, and residential building projects are under construction along the Indore–Ujjain Road and Super Corridor in Indore. The key USP of Dream Group lies in its commitment to timely delivery, legally compliant projects, high-quality construction, and reliable after-sales service.He also acknowledged the valuable contributions of company directors Mr. Ajay Singhal and Mr. Ritesh Goyal in achieving this success. He emphasized that the honour reflects their unwavering commitment to fulfilling every promise made to customers with dedication and integrity.

The summit was chaired by Mr. Jagdish Chandra Katil, Founder of Bharat 24 Channel, who remarked that such platforms play a crucial role in advancing the vision of national development and bringing together leadership from diverse sectors.

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Scaling Impact: Desai Foundation Celebrates Reaching 12 Million Lives

Surat (Gujarat) [India], March 21: The Desai Foundation Trust hosted a special evening at Surat Marriott Hotel to celebrate its journey of impact, community partnerships, and the milestone of reaching over 12 million lives across 8 states in India.

The event brought together partners, supporters, and leaders to reflect on the Foundation’s scalable and sustainable approach to grassroots development. The evening highlighted its work across Health, Livelihoods, and Menstrual Equity, reinforcing its commitment to creating long-term, community-driven change.

Addressing the gathering, Megha Desai (President), Mittal Gohil (Executive Director), and Manoj Panda (Development Director) shared insights into the Foundation’s growth and vision, emphasizing how collaboration and innovation have enabled impact at scale.

“For over a decade, we have believed that menstrual dignity is not a privilege, but a fundamental right. With the recent recognition under Article 21, this belief is now echoed at a national level. Through our flagship initiatives and community-driven models, we are building a pathway to scale this impact across India – so every girl in India has the information, products and dignity she deserves.”

— Megha Desai, President

Mittal Gohil highlighted the organization’s resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, sharing how the Foundation expanded its field presence by onboarding over 250 additional team members to support communities during a time when many organizations had paused operations.

“During COVID-19, when many organizations paused, we chose to step forward. By expanding our field presence and onboarding over 250 team members, we ensured that communities continued to receive the support they needed. That resilience continues to define how we work today.”

— Mittal Gohil, Executive Director

Kashyap Pandya, Trustee of the Desai Foundation, entrepreneur, and former President of TiE Surat, emphasized the importance of scalability in social impact.

“The scalability of the work being done by the Desai Foundation is truly exceptional. Achieving this level of reach — impacting 12 million lives in just over a decade — while maintaining depth and quality is something very few organizations have been able to accomplish.”

— Kashyap Pandya, Trustee, Desai Foundation Trust; Board Member, TiE Surat

Manoj Panda highlighted the importance of collective effort in driving impact.

“Impact at this scale is only possible through collective effort. Every partner, supporter, and individual has the power to contribute to this journey — and together, we can take this impact even further.”

— Manoj Panda, Development Director

CSR partners also shared their perspectives on collaboration and sustainability.

Chirag Parmar, representing Svatrantra Micro Housing Finance Corporation, spoke about the Foundation’s ethical and community-first approach:

“What stands out about the Desai Foundation is their deep-rooted connection with communities. Their approach is holistic, ethical, and designed to be a one-stop solution for lasting change.”

Mahesh C. Deriya, from Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited, highlighted the sustainability of the Foundation’s models:

“The strength of the Desai Foundation lies in the sustainability of its models. Initiatives like the Bal Sangini model ensure that even after a project ends, the community continues to carry the work forward — that is true impact.”

The event concluded with a renewed commitment to expanding the Foundation’s reach and continuing its mission of empowering communities, especially women and children, across rural India.

About Desai Foundation Trust

The Desai Foundation is a non profit organisation dedicated to elevating health, livelihood, and menstrual equity for women and children in rural India. With over 27 years of programmatic success and expanding programmatic operations in 8 states, the Foundation empowers communities to dream beyond their circumstances through scalable, high-impact initiatives.

PKF managing trustee, Sundeep Bhutoria (inset). PKF and World WWF-India will jointly present the 6th ‘Machhli & Vanya Prani Mitra Awards’ in Jaipur.

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], March 21: The Sixth edition of the ‘Machhli & Vanya Prani Mitra Awards’ will be held on Monday, 23 March, at ITC Rajputana Hotel of Jaipur. Jointly organised by the Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) and WWF-India, this annual initiative recognises individuals who have made remarkable contributions in the field of wildlife conservation and the management of human–wildlife conflict.

Speaking about the initiative, Managing Trustee of Prabha Khaitan Foundation, Sundeep Bhutoria said, “True conservation lies not just in policies, but in the sustained efforts of individuals who selflessly work to protect our natural heritage. Through the Machhli and Vanya Prani Mitra Awards, we seek to honour these unsung heroes whose courage, commitment, and compassion ensure a harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife. Our continued partnership with WWF-India reflects a shared vision to recognise and encourage such impactful work across the country.”

Senior Director of Biodiversity Conservation, WWF-India, Dr Dipankar Ghosh said, “These awards honour the champions who play an exemplary role for the  preservation India’s wildlife. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Prabha Khaitan Foundation for their partnership in these awards. This recognition will inspire the field staff of the Rajasthan Forest Department to continue their crucial work in protecting and conserving the state’s wildlife and habitats.”

Head of Forest Force (HOFF), Rajasthan, Arijit Banerjee said, “The dedication and courage of our field staff and conservationists form the backbone of wildlife protection in the state. Recognitions such as the Machhli and Vanya Prani Mitra Awards not only honour their tireless efforts but also inspire many others to work towards safeguarding our forests and fostering harmonious coexistence between communities and wildlife. Kudos to the Prabha Khaitan Foundation and WWF-India for this commendable initiative.”

It is to be noted that under the ‘Machhli’ Award category, a total prize money of INR 2.5 lakh will be equally distributed among four winners. Similarly, under the ‘Vanya Prani Mitra’ Award category, a total of INR 1.5 lakh will be equally shared among three winners. All awardees will also receive certificates of appreciation. The Prabha Khaitan Foundation (PKF) has allocated a total prize money of about INR 10 lakh for Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. This year, the awards ceremony will be held in both states.

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