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Bengaluru 29th June 2025 : Klook, the travel and experiences platform redefining how Asia explores the world, has launched its latest brand campaign in India titled ‘The Best You’—a storytelling-led initiative that spotlights the emotional and experiential power of travel. At the heart of the campaign is India’s comedy icon Bharti Singh, who embarks on a journey not for laughs, but for rediscovery. The campaign comes to life through a newly launched brand film (Link is here) that captures Bharti’s emotional transformation across immersive travel moments.

Klook’s ‘The Best You’ campaign in India, featuring Bharti Singh, brings forward a simple but resonant idea: Travel isn’t just about where you go—it’s about who you become along the way.

A New Chapter for Bharti Singh and Travel Storytelling

Known for her wit, candour, and resilience, Bharti Singh has faced years of public scrutiny—from body shaming to societal expectations. This campaign reframes her narrative by placing her in experiences that are heartfelt, unfamiliar, and deeply personal. Each moment invites her to pause, feel, and reconnect with herself.

“Not many know the journey it took for me to find my place in this industry,” said Bharti Singh. “Over the years, I’ve heard countless opinions about how I should live my life. But now, I want to pause, breathe, and do something just for me. Travel gives me that space—to reconnect, to embrace the unknown, and to find joy in the little things that truly touch my heart.”

Shot across the UAE, Bharti’s journey is filled with immersive and reflective moments: from stepping into the surreal, sensory world of TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi to diving into immersive art spaces that spark imagination, or embracing the stillness and thrill of a desert safari that strips away the everyday. The campaign brings out a different side of both travel and Bharti, reminding us that sometimes, choosing joy is the most meaningful journey of all.

Designed for the New-Age Traveller

Today’s travellers, especially Millennials and Gen Z are no longer chasing just destinations. According to Klook’s latest Travel Pulse study, 2 in 3 Indian travellers in this cohort say they’re driven by personal transformation, not just sightseeing. This campaign taps into that shift by meeting travellers where they are through real stories, relatable moments, and experiences that feel made for them. They’re not just looking for picture-perfect getaways, but real experiences that spark joy, clarity, and wonder.

“The Best You is more than just a campaign — it’s Klook’s commitment to making travel feel personal, joyful, and emotionally resonant,” said Shivam Tyagi, Marketing Lead, Klook India and Middle East. “Audiences today want travel that reflects who they are and where they are in life. Travel isn’t just about the places we visit, but the emotions we carry back with us: the laughter, the food, the people we meet, and the stories we create along the way. Bharti’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when you take a moment to choose yourself.”

The campaign is anchored by a brand film composed of three episodic chapters, each capturing a different emotional shade of Bharti’s journey. As an extension of Klook’s global

‘The Best You’ campaign featuring Marie Kondo, the India chapter is supported by a trailer, behind-the-scenes moments, and amplified through a community of 500+ creators across Instagram and YouTube.

Discovering The Best You

To help audiences explore their own version of ‘the best you,’ Klook has launched an interactive travel personality quiz that matches users with curated experiences based on their unique travel vibe—whether they’re a grounded explorer, a vibe seeker, or somewhere in between.

All experiences featured in the campaign are available to book on Klook, making it easy for travellers to explore at their own pace. Whether you’re travelling solo, with your partner, or with family, this is your invitation to explore. Ready to meet the best version of you? Your journey starts here – thebestyou.com

In India’s fast-evolving healthcare ecosystem, one of the biggest bottlenecks isn’t access to medicine, it’s access to working capital. Startups across the country are now leveraging tech to bring credit transparency, financial discipline, and real-time decision-making to the heart of healthcare. Here are four young companies leading this transformation.

 1. MedScore

Fixing Healthcare’s Credit Blind Spot

MedScore is the world’s first centralized credit risk assessment platform built specifically for the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Founded by Mannuri Vamshi Krishna, MedScore uses real-time data to help distributors, pharmacies, and hospitals evaluate creditworthiness, reduce defaults, and manage payment cycles better.

Its patented scoring system and trademarked process are reshaping how credit is granted across tier-2 and tier-3 cities. With its extended platform SafeCredits, MedScore is also offering sector-agnostic solutions for industries like FMCG and retail, making credit intelligence a core infrastructure layer.

2. Mintifi

Digital Lending for Pharma Distribution

Mintifi may be sector-agnostic, but its impact on the pharma supply chain is significant. It enables distributors and retailers to access flexible, collateral-free credit digitally—reducing friction in inventory purchase and vendor payments.

By digitizing the corporate–distributor–retailer chain, Mintifi makes credit accessible at the last mile and empowers SMEs with the tools to grow confidently.

 3. HealthCRED

Smoother Cash Flows for Healthcare Stakeholders

HealthCRED offers customized financing solutions to hospitals, pharma manufacturers, importers, and more—unlocking blocked revenue and ensuring liquidity across the value chain. By streamlining B2B healthcare transactions, it helps players stay operationally efficient in a sector known for delayed payments.

With deep sector knowledge and alignment to SDG 3.8, HealthCRED is not only solving financing gaps—it’s helping build a more resilient and inclusive healthcare economy.

 4. Cashflo

Automating AP and Enabling Faster Vendor Payments

Cashflo combines accounts payable automation with supply chain financing, helping large enterprises and mid-market players in healthcare accelerate payments and improve vendor trust.

Trusted by brands like Zydus, Lupin, and IFB, Cashflo’s unique tri-party model (buyer, supplier, and financier) allows healthcare businesses to automate payments while improving working capital health across the board.

Chandigarh, June 28, 2025: In a solemn and tearful memorial service, colleagues of the 12 crew members lost in the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 gathered to share memories of the friends and professionals they called “family.” The service, held at the airline’s headquarters, painted a vivid picture of the lives cut short, moving beyond the headlines to the human heart of the tragedy.

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson, struggling to hold back his emotions, captured the sentiment of the day. “Words can’t capture what we feel,” he said. “Each of us will carry this loss in our own way, but together, we have a shared responsibility — to honour our colleagues’ memory, their service, and their spirit through the way we move forward”.

The tributes that followed were deeply personal, offered by those who flew alongside the crew of AI171.

Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, the flight’s commander with 30 years of service, was revealed in a touching story behind his flying school nickname, “Sad Sack.” Far from being morose, the name was a joke among friends because of his unflappable, calm smile, even in moments of distress. “He didn’t compete with anyone; he celebrated everyone. Captain Sumeet just didn’t wear a uniform; he dignified it”.

First Officer Clive Kunder, 26, was remembered by his batchmate as more than a colleague. “He was like a very dear brother,” said a colleague, his voice heavy with emotion. “From the skies of the Earth, he will be flying into the skies of heaven. He will never be forgotten”.

The stories of the cabin crew were equally poignant. A friend of Cabin Supervisor Shraddha Dhavan, who has known her since before they both joined the airline, shared a memory of her friend’s dedication. “After a flight, however tired we were, Shraddha would first iron and place her uniform ready for the next sector,” She recalled. “No matter how difficult or demanding flights were, she always carried out her duties with a radiant smile”.

Friends remembered Maithili Patil as a devout woman who always carried a statue of Lord Krishna and the Bhagavad Gita on her flights. They spoke of Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam, who had excitedly texted her sister about her flight to London, promising to return on June 15. Each tribute, whether for veteran crew members like Deepak Pathak and Aparna Mahadik or for those just beginning their careers like Irfan Shaikh, Lamnunthem Singson, Saineeta Chakravarty, Roshni Songhare, and Manisha Thapa, highlighted a team known for its professionalism, warmth, and compassion.

As one colleague said of her friend Saineeta, “The aircraft is just not a machine to us. It’s our second home.” For the Air India family and the communities these crew members came from, the loss is immeasurable, leaving behind memories of dedication, kindness, and a passion for the skies.

26^th June 2025: The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON India) will be organizing over 150 Rath Yatras of Lord Jagannath across the India in 100 cities and towns from Kerala to Punjab and Tripura to Gujarat between 27^th June (Ashadha Shukla Dvitiya) to 5^th July (Ashadha Shukla Trayodashi).

As part of ISKCON’s annual services to Lord Jagannath’s devotees during Rath Yatra, ISKCON monks and volunteers, with the support of Mr. Gautam Adani and Adani group, will be serving sumptuous prasadam along with fruit juice daily to over 2.5 lakh pilgrims in Puri, Odisha, from day of Rath Yatra till the next 11 days. Mr. Gautam Adani is also expected to personally take part in the Annadan seva at Puri in the coming days.

For over 50 years, ISKCON has spread the teachings and bhakti of Lord Jagannath all over the world through its 900+ temples in more than 80 countries. Today, hundreds of ISKCON temples have deities of Lord Jagannath wherein festivals like Snana-yatra and Rath Yatra are celebrated and countless devotees with deep devotion and cultural dignity, preserve the spiritual essence of these sacred events to practice Jagannath bhakti around the world.

Though the Vedic scriptures allow observing the Rath Yatra festival at different times of the year, considering the request of Gajapati Divyasingh Dev (the King of Puri), in 2021, ISKCON India decided to align the festivities in the 11-day period, even though it had a significant impact on the outreach efforts of introducing people to Lord Jagannath in places like Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu due to climatic conditions.

ISKCON’s scholars are currently in dialogue with the scholars appointed by the King of Puri and Sri Jagannath Temple Administration. ISKCON’s scholars have presented scriptural injunctions and evidence from the Vedas, Puranas and Itihasas to prove the religious authenticity of its Rath Yatra celebrations. The response from the Puri scholars is pending for the past several months.

“Today, even in India it is difficult to obtain permission to celebrate the Rath Yatra in many cities. It is stricter and more difficult to obtain permits in other countries, where the permission for public events is accorded only on certain days of the year. Moreover, the month of June-July are winter season in the Southern hemisphere and some places even witness’s snowfall. Besides that, most of the community members in places outside of India are either students or working people who find it very difficult to participate on working days” said Yudhistir Govinda Das, National Director of Communications for ISKCON India.

“We need to understand the original mood and purpose of celebrating the Rath Yatra festival which is for everyone, regardless of their race, gender, religion or nationality, an opportunity to receive the darshan and thereby the mercy of Lord Jagannath while seated on his chariot. Our intention has been to spread the bhakti and glories of Lord Jagannath, and we hope the King of Puri appreciates this noble effort and doesn’t deprive lakhs of people from Lord Jagannath’s mercy. We assure the King of Puri and Jagannath temple administration of our respect for the devotional essence, scriptural respect, and cultural sanctity of Lord Jagannatha’s festivals” he continued.

Since organizing the first ever Jagannath Rath Yatra in the western world at San Francisco in 1967, today ISKCON has made this festival a well-known event in cities like New York, Moscow, London, Sydney, Durban among others. Apart from introducing the teachings of Lord Jagannath to crores of people of various nationalities and ethnicities, ISKCON’s efforts have also significantly contributed to religious tourism of Odisha by inspiring thousands of devotees to visit every year Jagannath Puri and the related places of pastimes in the state.

Kolkata, 26th June, 2025: Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park heralded the autumnal ritual with the Khuti Puja today to mark the start of Durga puja proceedings this year located at Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja, near MG Metro station. Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park is one of the eye catcher puja of the city for its innovative concept and celebration style. This Puja is particularly famous for its unique style of pandals and also for the social work which the committee carries out throughout the year.

The occasion was glittered by the presence of various eminent personalities like: Smt. Smita Bakshi, Ex MLA; Sri. Sanjay Bakshi, Ex MLA; Smt. Rehana Khatun, Councillor & Borough Chairman; Smt. Meena Devi Purohit, Councillor; Sri. Vijay Upadhyay, Councillor & many other eminent personalities.

With Khuti Puja happening all over the city and Dhaks playing alongside, Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park marked the heralding of the Durga Puja with the presence of these renowned personalities. Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park takes immense pride to celebrate the 57th year with much opulence and creativity. The Committee has always tried to create a niche amongst all contemporary pujas by bringing about uniqueness through the concept and in the thought process that goes into the festivity like pandal creation, idol, ambience, safety and communal harmony. Youth Association of Mohammad Ali Park has been known for its state of the art presentation over the years and hopefully this year will be even grander.

Speaking to the media, Mr. Surendra Kr Sharma, General Secretary of Md. Ali Park Durga Puja said, “As we embark on our 57th year, Khuti Puja marks not just the beginning of festivities but the continuation of a legacy built on devotion, creativity, and unity. Every year, we aim to bring something new while staying rooted in our tradition. This year, too, our team is committed to delivering a celebration that will inspire awe and togetherness. We invite everyone to witness the magic we are creating at Mohammad Ali Park.”

~ Over 45 employees unite to creatively empower young learners through the ‘Paint a Pair, Show You Care’ initiative ~

Mumbai, June 26, 2025: K Raheja Corp, India’s leading real estate conglomerate, recently concluded its impactful ‘Paint a Pair, Show You Care’ initiative under its flagship ‘Time Off for Volunteering’ programme. In collaboration with NGO – ConnectFor, this event was part of the broader ‘Back to School’ campaign, aiming to support underprivileged school children from the Jhanvi Charitable Trust.

Employees from across the Group’s diverse businesses, including Mindspace Business Parks, Chalet Hotels Ltd., K Raheja Corp Homes, and Inorbit Malls, came together to transform plain canvas shoes into vibrant, personalized footwear. Over 60 pairs of shoes were hand-painted by over 45 enthusiastic volunteers, bringing joy and excitement to the children as they prepared for the new academic year.

Adding to the event’s vibrancy, 10 children from Mumbai Public School, Chandivali, actively participated in the painting activity, infusing their creativity and fostering a sense of community. Beyond the artistic endeavour, volunteers also customized stationery kits and notebooks, addressing the educational needs of students across five local schools.

Urvi Aradhya, Chief Human Resources Officer at K Raheja Corp, remarked, “At K Raheja Corp, we believe in giving back to the community through meaningful, employee-driven programmes. The ‘Time Off for Volunteering’ initiative reflects our commitment to social responsibility and the belief that every small act can create a lasting impact.”

Gargi Modi, COO at ConnectFor, added, “We were grateful to collaborate with K. Raheja Corp on this impactful initiative. Such programmes not only bring joy to children but also play a significant role in enhancing the quality of education in underserved communities. They provide volunteers with a meaningful opportunity to contribute through art while fostering a deeper appreciation for education among children from low-income backgrounds. It is truly commendable to see corporate entities like K Raheja Corp actively engaging in initiatives that create lasting, positive change within the community.”

Volunteers shared heartfelt reflections on their experiences, and were quoted saying

• “A meaningful activity with a cause, truly fulfilling.”
• “Loved the energy! It was a great way for teams to bond while doing something beyond work.”
• “It was genuinely fun and heartwarming to paint with the kids.”
• “Great vibes all around, felt like a break with purpose.”
• “Would love to see more such interactive and socially driven initiatives.”

The ‘Paint a Pair, Show You Care’ initiative exemplifies K Raheja Corp’s dedication to fostering a culture of empathy and community service. By empowering employees to contribute meaningfully to society, the company continues to build a legacy of positive social impact.

K Raheja Corp provides its employees with paid time off for volunteering, specifically up to 6 days in a financial year. This “Time Off for Volunteering” policy allows employees to dedicate time to NGOs of their choice, provided they meet certain criteria and have completed 6 months of continuous service.

CM Nayab Singh Saini Flags Off M3M Foundation’s ‘Neev Se Shikhar Tak’: 11 Underprivileged Haryana Girls to Train for Mountaineering in Honour of PM Modi’s 11 Years in Office

Kurukshetra, June 26, 2025: In a heartfelt tribute to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s 11 years of inspiring leadership, M3M Foundation has launched a powerful initiative to uplift dreams. The Foundation has selected 11 underprivileged girls from Haryana and is sponsoring their free Basic Mountaineering Course at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports, Manali, scheduled from July 1 to July 26, 2025.

The initiative, titled ‘Neev Se Shikhar Tak’ (From Foundation to Summit), is aimed at empowering girls from economically weaker sections through exposure to challenging disciplines like mountaineering. The 11 girls were shortlisted from over 200 applications received from across the state.

M3M Foundation plans to conduct this programme regularly. Over the next two years, four such camps will be held, and ultimately, 5 selected girls will get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to trek Mount Everest.

Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Shri Nayab Singh Saini, flagged off the selected participants from Kurukshetra and honoured them in an inspiring ceremony. He was joined by Mr. Aishwarya Mahajan, President, M3M Foundation, and Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson & Trustee, M3M Foundation.

Dr. Payal Kanodia expressed, “We believe that every child, given the right opportunity, can overcome barriers and shine. ‘Neev Se Shikhar Tak’ is not just a programme—it’s a journey of confidence, courage, and capability. We are proud to enable these young girls to dream higher and climb stronger”.

The initiative echoes the spirit of national missions like ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ and ‘Skill India’, exemplifying how socially responsible institutions can play a transformative role in nation-building.

A Celebration of Movement, Music, Recovery, and Conscious Indulgence – the Kaizen Way

26 June 2025: Goa: Kaizen Wellness, Goa’s premier destination for luxury wellness experiences, presents Pilates & Prosecco an immersive community-led evening where high-energy Pilates meets glamorous indulgence. Set against the backdrop of Goa’s golden-hour glow, the event offers a unique blend of movement, music, recovery, and celebration, redefining what it means to connect with wellness.

Curated for the modern wellness enthusiast who values both form and freedom, Pilates & Prosecco is designed as a multi-sensory affair that brings together fitness, social connection, and mindful self-care under one roof.

Event Concept: Pilates & Prosecco is Goa’s first-ever Pilates Rave, a dynamic fitness experience elevated with a live DJ set, recovery therapies, and Prosecco to close the evening. It’s where mindful movement meets a vibrant social atmosphere. Guests can expect an energising 30-minute Pilates Bootcamp session, followed by access to Kaizen’s signature recovery therapies and a post-session mingle complete with a curated grazing table and Prosecco.

Event Flow:

Ø  Date: 28 June 2025

Ø  Welcome Drink on Arrival

Ø  Pilates Bootcamp (30-minute session) with Live DJ beats to keep the energy high

○       Slot 1: 6:00 – 6:30 PM

○       Slot 2: 6:30 – 7:00 PM

○       Slot 3: 7:00 – 7:30 PM

○       Slot 4: 7:30 – 8:00 PM

Ø  Post-session Recovery Therapies include Red Light and Compression Boots

Ø  Social Hour with Prosecco and a Luxe Grazing Table

Ø  Curated Community Conversations and Music Set

Ticket Price: ₹1,999 per person
Inclusions: Pilates Bootcamp, Recovery Therapies Access, Prosecco, Grazing Table, and Event Amenities

Venue: Kaizen Wellness, G01 Magsons Towers, Miramar, Panaji, Goa
Date: 28 June 2025
Timings: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Guests can choose a preferred slot at the time of booking)

About Kaizen Wellness:
Founded by Prerna Khetrapal, Kaizen Wellness is Goa’s first luxury wellness studio rooted in the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement. Blending science-backed practices with intentional lifestyle experiences, Kaizen offers a wide spectrum of services including Pilates, yoga, recovery therapies, mindfulness sessions, and more. With a focus on community, conscious indulgence, and holistic growth, Kaizen is redefining the wellness landscape in India’s most vibrant coastal state.