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  • Spa-ce to grow as Meghavi Wellness bags fastest-growing company title

    Spa-ce to grow as Meghavi Wellness bags fastest-growing company title

    MUMBAI: When wellness becomes a way of life and not just a weekend indulgence, it’s bound to turn heads. And Meghavi Wellness Spa has clearly been doing just that. The premium spa chain has just clinched the coveted ‘Fastest Growing Indian Company Excellence Award’ at the International Achievers Conference (IAC), held in New Delhi on 31 May 2025. The award was presented by minister of state for social justice & empowerment Ramdas Athawale,  during a national seminar themed around “Individual Achievements & National Development – Atmanirbhar Bharat.”

    With a wellness footprint that’s rapidly expanding across metro and Tier-2 cities, Meghavi Wellness is redefining what a spa experience feels like in modern India. Think Ayurvedic tradition meets scientific precision with just the right dose of luxe. From ancient healing techniques to high-end tech-backed therapies, the brand is creating what it calls “accessible luxury” in the self-care space.

    “This honour is more than an award, it’s a reflection of our belief that wellness has the power to transform lives,” said Meghavi Wellness co-founders Megha Dinesh and Prashant Jain. “We’re building a brand that puts empathy and authenticity at the heart of self-care.”

    The award couldn’t come at a better time. With India’s wellness economy booming fuelled by a growing appetite for preventive health, holistic treatments and lifestyle-driven care Meghavi Wellness is tapping into a sweet spot between ancient wisdom and modern well-being. And judging by the speed of its growth, they’re getting the formula just right.

    As it sets its sights on new cities, upgraded offerings, and deeper customer engagement, this recognition isn’t just a feather in its cap, it’s a clear marker that Meghavi’s mindful march to the top has only just begun.

  • I&B ministry to run an awareness campaign ahead of CAS rollout

    I&B ministry to run an awareness campaign ahead of CAS rollout

    NEW DELHI: Information and broadcasting minister Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi today assured fellow parliamentarians that the roadmap for CAS has been smoothened.

    Apprising members of the Consultative Committee attached to his ministry on CAS and its effect on consumers, Dasmunsi enumerated the steps taken to put in place the mechanism.

    According to the minister, regulatory framework related to tariff, transmission and other issues have been finalized and notified by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for smooth and successful roll out of the CAS by the stipulated date of 31 December 2006.

    The committee was informed that the ministry would hold a month long campaign before the enforcement of CAS for enhancing consumer awareness.

    Multi Service Operators and cable operators had to finalize their rate structure by 10 October, 2006 and inter-connect agreements have to be in place by 15 October, the minister informed the parliamentary panel.

    The members of the panel were unanimous in suggesting that consumer interest should be “protected at all cost”.

    Giving details of the measures already taken by TRAI and the regulatory framework for the purpose, the members were assured by Dasmunsi of all possible steps to ensure that consumers do not suffer in any way.

    Those who attended the meeting included Kirip Chaliha, S. Mallikarjunaiah, Hannan Mollah, Mahendra Prasad Nishad, Bhartruhari Mahtab, Ramdas Athawale, Vijay J. Darda, Ajay Maroo, Shatrughan Sinha, Dara Singh, Dr. Satyanarayan Jatiya, Ms Usha Verma, Ms Nirmala Deshpande and senior officials from the I&B ministry and Trai.

  • Films Division and NFDC to digitise archives

    Films Division and NFDC to digitise archives

    MUMBAI: The archives of Films Division and National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) will be converted into digital format by 31 March 2007. 

    The information & broadcasting (I & B) and parliamentary affairs minister P R Dasmunsi has made the announcement at the Consultative Committee yesterday. The consultative committee is attached to the I & B ministry.

    According to Dasmunsi, the film archives are part of the India’s heritage and money will be no constraint in the preservation of these treasures.

    The NFDC had produced several highly acclaimed films over the years and the issue of strengthening its financial base will be taken up to enable it to sponsor at least 2-3 films every year, Dasmunsi says. 

    He added that this had become necessary in view of the increased costing of film production and says, “Films export and the promotion of children’s films will also be high on the NFDC agenda.”
    The members were unanimous in suggesting that the strengths of Films Division and NFDC needs to be utilized to bring about awareness among new generation about Indian history, culture and freedom struggle. 

    Some members wanted to know whether the government could make it mandatory for private TV channels to broadcast the documentary films produced by the Films Division, informs the release. 

    One of the members had suggested that classics available with NFDC could be dubbed in other Indian languages and screened in different parts of the country. While, another suggestion made was to provide adequate space to entertainment in NFDC films so that their quality improves and the films generate viewers’ interest.

    Those who attended the meeting included Kirip Chaliha, S. Mallikarjunaiah, Mahendra Prasad Nishad, Bhartruhari Mahtab, Ramdas Athawale, Vijay J. Darda, Ajay Maroo, Shatrughan Sinha, Dr. Satyanarayan Jetiya, Usha Verma and Nirmala Deshpande – all MPs, besides senior officers of I & B ministry.