Building on its legacy of creating transformative experiential luxury holidays, The Postcard Hotel has announced the opening of its latest hotel in a UNESCO-celebrated enclave of history and heritage – The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, Old Goa – A Sitaram Ayurveda Experience. Overlooking hundreds of acres of tranquil reserve forests, this first of its kind private sanctuary is entirely dedicated to wellness – in collaboration with Sitaram Ayurveda’s 104-year tradition backed by deep knowledge around the healing science of Ayurveda. In a world filled with constant noise and distraction, the property invites discerning guests to pause, listen inward, and reconnect with their own rhythm. Every stay here is an intimate journey of restoration, where authentic Ayurveda supports each guest’s unique path to better health and lifelong wellbeing.

The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, Old Goa – A Sitaram Ayurveda Experience

“With The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, we have created a pioneering wellness sanctuary in India that offers a comprehensive experience to address unique lifestyle needs and concerns of each guest. The stays here start from minimum 7 nights and are all-inclusive healing journeys focused on providing highly personalised programmes for medical wellness, rather than a recreational leisure escape. In essence, the retreat seamlessly combines transformative experiential luxury with authentic Ayurveda for deep restoration,” says Kapil Chopra, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, The Postcard Hotel. “In an industry-first collaboration with Sitaram, our intimate retreat supports long-term health, balance and wellbeing by integrating their century-old healing legacy of Ayurveda – with the calm of nature, thoughtful design, nourishing cuisine, and perceptive service offered by The Postcard Hotel,” adds Chopra.

Dr. Vignesh Devraj, MD (Ay), Founder and Chief Physician, Sitaram Retreats, adds, “The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat represents a meaningful convergence of place, purpose, and healing. At its core, Ayurveda is about restoring balance and tapping into the body’s innate potential to heal. Our retreat harmonises these ancient principles with guided consultations, medical insights and personalised care at every step of the tailored wellness programmes. We offer guests a holistic path to recovery and renewal in the privacy of their own space, as they reconnect with themselves and cultivate a path to better health and balance.”

Surrounded by pristine forests in Old Goa, the retreat encourages quiet reflection. At the heart of this estate stands a magnificent 300-year-old banyan tree, that defines the sense of place and atmosphere of calm. With only six thoughtfully designed rooms, it offers ultimate privacy where healing unfolds at an unhurried pace. The sunlit rooms rest beneath a canopy of trees, each with a private balcony overlooking lush gardens and the valley beyond.

“The sense of stillness and seclusion of Old Goa has been the focal point of conceptualising The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat. Enveloped by forests and open to light, air, and nature – the spaces have been intentionally designed to slow the senses, allowing guests the freedom to turn inward and experience healing at their own pace,” adds Kapil Chopra.

Transformative hospitality with an authentic Ayurveda experience

Beyond its serene setting, the retreat offers a deeply immersive journey into authentic Ayurveda. Each stay starts with a personalised consultation with resident physicians, who then create a programme tailored to individual constitutions (doshas) and health needs. Attentive care and medical insight at every step – offer each guest a curated path towards balance, wellbeing, and lasting renewal. This is not a conventional holiday, but a careful immersion into Ayurveda – where every element of each day from treatments to diet to rest is carefully crafted.

Each wellness journey ranges from 7 nights to 14 or 21 nights, and unfolds at a gentle pace to support deep healing and balance. Mornings begin with traditional Ayurvedic rituals, mindful nature walks, and soulful yoga sessions, setting a calm and grounded tone for the day ahead. Then guided one-on-one consultations with resident doctors, are followed by treatments that may include healing massages, cleansing therapies, meditations, and holistic wellness sessions. Restorative dining is an integral part of each guest’s healing journey, tailored to individual doshas and guided by Ayurveda’s principle that food is medicine. Prepared in consultation with physicians – all nourishing meals served at specific times of the day highlight fresh seasonal produce, and can be enjoyed in serene pavilions that open to the Mandovi River.

The all-inclusive packages at The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat offer a comprehensive wellness experience. Recommended stays start from 7 nights at an inaugural price of INR 3,40,000 for single occupancy, and INR 4,50,000 for double occupancy. Guests can also opt for longer stays of 14 to 21 nights for more long-term recovery and deeper restoration. Prices are inclusive of taxes, cover airport transfers and all aspects of the stay including – daily meals and beverages, prescribed treatments and medications during the stay, private doctor consultations, and yoga sessions.

Rooted in the essence of Ayurveda, personalised stays at The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat are not only for those looking for treatments, but also guests who are seeking good health – to strengthen immunity and restore long-term balance.

About The Postcard Hotel

Kapil Chopra, along with a team of seasoned luxury hoteliers including Akanksha Lamba, Anirudh Kandpal, and Raman Bansal, embarked on a visionary journey to create extraordinary experiences for discerning travellers. In December 2018, they unveiled The Postcard Hotel – a brand driven by boldness and ambition, committed to redefining the rules and elevating the standards of experiential luxury. The Postcard Hotel is now opening 8 new hotels in the next 12 months making it the fastest growing uber luxury hotel brand in the world.

Today, The Postcard Hotel’s growing collection spans India and beyond. In Goa, its four retreats – Old Goa, Saligao, Cuelim, and Hideaway – capture the region’s charm, while The Postcard on the Arabian Sea offers sweeping oceanfront serenity. In Gujarat, The Postcard Gir Wildlife Sanctuary immerses guests in the land of the Asiatic Lion, and The Postcard Mandalay Hall in Kochi brings art and heritage together in an evocative setting. Further afield, The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam, and The Postcard in the Himalayan Willows, Leh, offer uncharted adventures and tranquil escapes. Internationally, the brand extends its philosophy through The Postcard Dewa in Thimphu, Bhutan, and The Postcard Galle in Sri Lanka – each a celebration of place, culture, and understated elegance.

For more brand and hotel information , please view the hotel factsheet here, or visit the website and Instagram handles @thepostcardhotel and @thepostcardayurvedaretreat.

About Sitaram Ayurveda

Founded in 1921, in Kerala, India – Sitaram Ayurveda began as Sitaram Anglo Ayurveda Pharmacy – with a mission to provide education and accessible Ayurvedic healthcare to all. With the support of royal patrons, inspiration from the Punkunnam Sitaramaswamy Temple, and dedication of pioneering founders – Sitaram became India’s first Ayurvedic joint-stock company, established in Thrissur. Over a century later, its legacy continues to be trusted across generations, guided by tradition, and renewed through science.

With 104 years of tradition, Sitaram Ayurveda is a living, evolving ecosystem rooted in the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda – from in-house Ayurvedic medicine manufacturing and a dedicated R&D team that continuously innovates, to experienced Ayurvedic doctors who guide every formulation. The company’s name embodies Ayurvedic ideals: ‘Sita’ referencing abundance/harvest, and ‘Ram’ indicating rest and wellbeing. 

Glow by Kirtilals, the contemporary Natural diamond jewellery brand from the house of Kirtilals, has announced an exciting new consumer campaign titled “Fly to Phuket”, blending fine jewellery, creativity, and the promise of an unforgettable international holiday.

Glow by Kirtilals -Fly to Phuket with exciting offers

As part of the campaign, customers purchasing jewellery from Glow by Kirtilals can participate in an exclusive slogan contest, giving them a chance to win a luxurious couple travel package to Phuket, one of the world’s most loved tropical destinations. The campaign celebrates love, self-expression, and the joy of rewarding life’s special moments with both sparkle and experiences.

Adding to the excitement, Glow by Kirtilals is offering 20% off on making charges and 26% off on diamond value for a limited period, making it the perfect time for customers to invest in elegant, everyday natural diamond jewellery or meaningful gifts.

The contest invites participants to creatively express themselves through a slogan contest, reflecting the brand’s philosophy of modern luxury, emotion, and effortless style. Winners of the Fly to Phuket campaign will be announced at the end of February, with the winning couple set to enjoy a memorable international escape.

• Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai: Top 5 cities for women

• Many cities show strength in either social or industrial inclusion, not both

• Tier-2 cities rise as women-friendly urban ecosystems expand

• Gurugram emerges as the only north Indian city in the Top 10 of India’s Top Cities for Women, climbs to No. 6 from No. 9 last year

• Five cities from south Indian states feature in the Top 10 of India’s Top Cities for women
   

Avtar Group, India’s leading workplace culture consulting firm, released the fourth edition of its annual, nation-wide study ‘Top Cities for Women in India’ (TCWI). The TCWI report presents a longitudinal inclusivity index that tracks how Indian cities enable women’s participation, safety, and career growth/continuity, while identifying role-model cities and emerging best practices. It also offers a structured framework for organisations, policymakers and urban stakeholders to enable women’s workforce participation and career growth.
 

Dr. Saundarya Rajesh, Managing Director, Avtar Group
 

The Top 10 Cities for Women in India in 2025 are: Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Gurugram, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore

The 2025 edition of the study covers 125 cities and draws comparisons from its previous editions (from 2022). The cities are ranked based on an overall ‘City Inclusion Score’ assigned to every city, which is inferred from Avtar’s research and governmental data. The City Inclusion Score (CIS) is derived from two parameters: the Social Inclusion Score (SIS) and the Industrial Inclusion Score (IIS). 
 

• The Social Inclusion Score is a cumulative score of four indicators. These are: city liveability, safety, women’s representation in employment and women’s empowerment.

• The Industrial Inclusion Score evaluates the extent to which organisations in the city across industries are inclusive of women and is calculated based on three indicators: The density of gender inclusive organizations; the density of women-friendly/inclusive industries in a city, and career enablers provided to women by organizations.

Speaking at the release event of the report’s findings, Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Managing Director of Avtar Group, said, “As we mark Avtar’s 25th year, the fourth edition of the ‘Top Cities for Women in India’ reflects both how far we have come and how much more we must do. Over the years, the TCWI study has evolved into a tool of accountability that asks a simple question: Can a woman truly thrive in this city? It measures the real ease of career and life for women, whether cities enable women to enter the workforce, stay, grow, and lead. Creating such cities requires shared responsibility. Governments, organizations, institutions, communities, and women themselves must work together to build environments that are safe, accessible, affordable, and supportive. In today’s context, cities must also take a broader view of inclusion, one that considers environmental resilience, supportive infrastructure, digital readiness, intergenerational equity, and respect for diverse perspectives. When these elements come together, women thrive, thereby strengthening local economies and moving India closer to its long-term development goals.”

Key Findings of the Top Cities for Women in India 2025 report:

• Bengaluru retains its position as the top city for women in India in 2025, with a City Inclusion Score of 53.29, reflecting sustained strength in Industrial Inclusion and career enablement.

• Chennai follows in second position with a City Inclusion Score of 49.86, while continuing to lead on social inclusion parameters such as safety mechanisms, public services, mobility initiatives and access to health and education.

• Pune (46.27), Hyderabad (46.04), and Mumbai (44.49) complete the top five, demonstrating consistent performance across both social and industrial inclusion indicators.

• Gurugram records one of the most notable upward movements, strengthening its position in 2025 compared to 2024, supported by rapid industrial growth and strong corporate presence (Rank no. 6 in 2025 compared to No. 9 in 2024).

• Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida perform strongly on industrial inclusion but lag on social indicators such as safety, affordability, and mobility, reinforcing that industrial growth alone does not ensure inclusive urban environments.

• Thiruvananthapuram, Shimla and Tiruchirappalli demonstrate strong social inclusion outcomes but limited industrial depth, pointing to constraints in local economic mobility for women and limitations in large-scale formal employment opportunities for women despite strong social foundations.

• Hyderabad, Kolkata and Pune stand out for fairly balanced inclusion profiles, with strong alignment between social inclusion and industrial ecosystems, enabling sustained workforce participation for women.

• Mumbai shows strong industrial inclusion (with an IIS of 69.00) but relatively weaker social inclusion (with a SIS of 38.44), highlighting challenges around affordability and access to infrastructure despite abundant employment opportunities.

• The 2025 TCWI rankings show increased representation of Tier-2 cities among higher ranks, indicating decentralisation of women-friendly urban ecosystems.

Regional analysis

• The Southern region emerges as the most inclusive, recording the highest scores across all three indices, with a regional average CIS of 21.60, SIS of 27.81, and an IIS of 11.61, reflecting a more integrated approach to social infrastructure, safety, health, education, and industrial participation for women.

• The Western region follows closely, demonstrating consistently strong performance with a regional average CIS of 20.00, SIS of 25.47, and the highest IIS among regions at 12.01, indicating relatively mature industrial ecosystems supported by enabling social conditions.

• Central and Eastern regions trail across both inclusion dimensions – social and industrial – especially industrial inclusion, with regional average IIS scores of 4.96 and 4.40, respectively.

Across 2022–2025, cities achieving convergence between Industrial Inclusion (IIS) and Social Inclusion (SIS) consistently rank higher on overall City Inclusion (CIS), reinforcing that industrial growth is most effective when supported by safe, accessible, and equitable urban environments.

For more details, refer to the Top Cities for Women in India 2025 report: www.avtarinc.com/tcwi

About Avtar

Avtar, founded in 2000 by Dr Saundarya Rajesh, is one of India’s leading workplace culture consulting firms, supporting hundreds of companies in creating diverse and supportive workplaces. Avtar is also the country’s largest provider of second career opportunities for women.

An ISO 20700 certified firm, Avtar’s biggest research projects are its annual benchmarking studies – the Best Companies for Women in India (BCWI) and the Most Inclusive Companies Index (MICI). Done in partnership with Seramount, BCWI and MICI, India’s largest workplace inclusion benchmarking studies, which have paved the way for the employment of more women and other underrepresented groups. Avtar also promotes inclusive hiring through MyAvtar, India’s first job portal for underrepresented professionals.

A snapshot of Avtar’s work in the last 25 years:

• Provided advisory services in inclusive practices to 800+ organisations

• Conducted 5000+ workshops and training programs in companies of different sizes, spanning industries and locations

• Facilitated the re-entry of 1,00,000 second-career women into the workforce through MyAvtar.com

• Engaged with 200,000+ women through career enablement programs

• Offered unique skilling programs such as DigiPivot (a prestigious course in digital marketing, conducted in partnership with Google, HUL, and ISB) to hundreds of women.

• Provided career intentionality training, employment guidance, and access to industry leaders every year to 10,000+ girls from underprivileged backgrounds through Project Puthri, an initiative of the Avtar Human Capital Trust (AHCT).

• Impacted 4000+ schoolboys through MITR (Men Impacting Trust and Respect), an initiative by AHCT that mentors boys to be advocates for women.

To know more, visit www.avtarinc.com | www.myavtar.com.

For its transformational impact in the realm of DEI, Avtar Group was listed in the prestigious Steward Leadership 25 Listing by Straits Times & INSEAD in Singapore in 2022. In 2025, Avtar won the Times Business Awards and was recognized as the ‘Leading Women’s Employment Organization’.

C-Zentrix, the flagship brand of Towards Vision Technologies Ltd. (TVT), a leading provider of contact center (CCaaS) and customer engagement technology, announced a strategic investment from the family office of Ritesh Agarwal (AROA), Founder and Group CEO of PRISM (parent of OYO). The investment reflects strong confidence in the rapid growth of AI-driven contact center solutions and TVT’s vision to build next-generation customer engagement platforms

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As enterprises across industries accelerate digital transformation, the contact center landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift driven by Generative AI, automation, and data-led customer experiences. Recognizing this momentum, the Ritesh Agarwal’s family office has made this investment to support TVT’s long-term growth and innovation roadmap.

“This investment is a strong validation of our long standing relationship with PRISM and Ritesh Agarwal; his feedback and guidance over the years have helped our vision and capabilities. With AI rapidly redefining customer conversations, TVT is uniquely positioned to help businesses deliver smarter, faster, and more human-like customer experiences at scale. I am super happy to welcome Ritesh Agarwal as a shareholder and be part of our AI journey ahead.” said Saket Setu, CEO of TVT.

TVT has been steadily expanding its AI-powered offerings, including intelligent AI voice and chat agents, real-time analytics, co-pilot for agents and supervisors and omnichannel customer engagement solutions. The company plans to leverage the investment to accelerate product innovation, expand into new markets, and strengthen its AI and engineering teams.

“CX is at an inflection point, with AI fundamentally changing how businesses engage with customers. C-Zentrix’s strong technology foundation, customer focus, and clear execution strategy make it well-positioned to capitalize on this transformation. I am happy to strengthen our long lasting relationship with C-Zentrix and become a part of their journey”. said Ritesh Agarwal.

With this strategic backing, TVT aims to further its mission of enabling enterprises to deliver seamless, intelligent, and scalable customer experiences in an increasingly AI-first world.

About TVT Ltd.

TVT Ltd. with its flagship brand C-Zentrix is a global contact center and customer engagement technology company delivering AI-powered CCaaS solutions to enterprises across industries. The company’s platform enables organizations to manage customer interactions across voice, chat, messaging, video and social channels, while leveraging artificial intelligence, automation, and real-time analytics to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. With a strong focus on innovation and scalability, C-Zentrix helps businesses transform customer conversations into meaningful, data-driven engagement.