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BUZZ. BELIEF. PERFORMANCE. DESI WARRIORZ INTO THE SEMIS!

YANA League’s Most Popular Team Desi WarriorZ Storms Into Semi-Finals, Eyes Historic Championship

Mumbai, October 4: Desi WarriorZ, one of the most popular and talked-about teams of the YANA Table Tennis League, has stormed into the semi-finals, turning the tremendous buzz around the team into a powerful run on the table.

From making waves at the auction to emerging as one of the league’s biggest crowd-pullers, Desi WarriorZ has carried a distinct energy throughout the tournament. With a place in the final four, the team now finds itself within touching distance of the championship.

Owned by Rajveer Singh, with Anjuri Sinha as Partner, Desi WarriorZ has an unusual story behind its success. Neither comes from a table-tennis playing background, yet together they built a competitive squad and created a franchise identity that became hugely popular even before the first ball was played.

The credit on the table, however, belongs to the Desi WarriorZ players, who have delivered under pressure and carried the team into the semi-finals.

Founded by Krishna Kotian, the YANA Table Tennis League brings the sporting community together while supporting the important cause of Breast Cancer Awareness.

For Desi WarriorZ, what started at the auction table has now reached the final four.

The popularity created the buzz. The players delivered the performance. And now, Desi WarriorZ are in the semi-finals.

From Auction to the Final Four — Desi WarriorZ Are Coming for the Crown.

महिला उद्यमिता और सामाजिक सहभागिता का उत्सव बना जीवो साउथ मुंबई बाज़ार
मुंबई। महिला उद्यमिता, स्वावलंबन और सामाजिक सहभागिता को प्रोत्साहित करने वाला जीवो साउथ मुंबई बाज़ार 2026 अवसर बैंक्वेट, ग्रांट रोड में आयोजित हुआ। 14वें वर्ष में प्रवेश कर चुके इस आयोजन में महाराष्ट्र, गुजरात और राजस्थान की महिला उद्यमियों ने 50 से अधिक स्टॉल्स के माध्यम से अपने उत्पादों और हुनर का प्रदर्शन किया। आयोजन में 5,000 से अधिक लोगों की उत्साहपूर्ण उपस्थिति रही।इस वर्ष जीवो साउथ मुंबई को द एसीई बुक ऑफ रिकॉर्ड्स से सम्मानित किया गया। इस उपलब्धि के लिए आयोजकों ने डॉ. अनीता नय्यर के प्रति विशेष आभार व्यक्त किया, जिन्होंने यह सम्मान प्रदान करने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई। आयोजन में डिजाइनर परिधान, साड़ियां, हस्तशिल्प, एक्सेसरीज सहित विभिन्न उत्पाद प्रदर्शित किए गए। सामाजिक संस्थाओं और गैर-सरकारी संगठनों को निःशुल्क स्टॉल्स देकर उन्हें अपने कार्यों को लोगों तक पहुंचाने का अवसर भी मिला।
जीवो साउथ मुंबई की अध्यक्ष मंजू लोढ़ा ने कहा कि हमारा उद्देश्य महिलाओं को उनके हुनर और उद्यमिता के लिए एक सशक्त मंच देना है। पिछले 14 वर्षों में इस पहल ने अनेक महिला उद्यमियों को आगे बढ़ने का अवसर दिया है। इस वर्ष मिले उत्साह और सकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया को देखते हुए 17 अक्टूबर को आयोजन का दूसरा चरण आयोजित किया जा रहा है। महाराष्ट्र के कैबिनेट मंत्री मंगल प्रभात लोढ़ा ने कहा कि महिला सशक्तिकरण के लिए अवसर के साथ-साथ उनके हुनर और मेहनत को व्यापक मंच मिलना भी आवश्यक है। उन्होंने जीवो साउथ मुंबई को महिलाओं, सामाजिक संस्थाओं और समुदाय को जोड़ने वाली सराहनीय पहल बताया।

कार्यक्रम में अभिनेता जैकी श्रॉफ और नील नितिन मुकेश की विशेष उपस्थिति रही। जैकी श्रॉफ ने महिला उद्यमियों के प्रयासों की सराहना करते हुए कहा कि ऐसे मंच महिलाओं को अपने हुनर को पहचान दिलाने और आत्मविश्वास के साथ आगे बढ़ने का अवसर देते हैं। नील नितिन मुकेश ने भी आयोजन से अपने लंबे जुड़ाव का उल्लेख करते हुए भविष्य में भी इसका हिस्सा बने रहने की बात कही।आयोजन को आध्यात्मिक गरिमा भी मिली। आचार्य भगवान श्री नयपद्मसागर सूरीश्वरजी महाराज साहेब तथा परम पूज्य विदुषी आर्या मयणा श्रीजी महाराज साहेब ने अपनी उपस्थिति देकर आयोजकों और प्रतिभागियों को आशीर्वाद प्रदान किया।
सामाजिक सरोकार के तहत जरूरतमंदों के लिए 10 व्हीलचेयर्स और 4 वॉकर्स का दान भी किया गया।आयोजन की सफलता में सहयोग देने वाले सभी सहयोगियों एवं प्रायोजकों के प्रति आयोजकों ने आभार व्यक्त किया। विशेष रूप से श्री बाबूलालजी मिश्रीमलजी भंसाली जी, मैनेजिंग डायरेक्टर, भंसाली इंजीनियरिंग पॉलिमर्स लिमिटेड , के प्रति हृदय से आभार व्यक्त किया गया, जिन्होंने JIWO South Mumbai Exhibition के लिए अपना महत्वपूर्ण प्रायोजन और सहयोग प्रदान किया। पूरे जीवो बाज़ार के आयोजन में श्री बाबूलालजी भंसाली परिवार का महत्वपूर्ण योगदान रहा।महिला उद्यमिता और सामाजिक सहभागिता को एक साथ मंच देने वाली यह पहल अब 17 अक्टूबर को अपने दूसरे चरण के साथ आगे बढ़ेगी। इस आयोजन को सफल बनाने में इंदिरा खिंवसरा, उषा मुणोत, संगीता कोठारी, अनीता पूनमिया, लता जैन, चंदा चोपड़ा, सीमा जैन, संगीता जैन, मंजू सुराणा, मालती जैन , मीना बाफना  , देविना शाह , लुब्धा , वीणा कोठारी , सरोज कोठारी , खुशबू , प्रेमलता और चंद्रश्री जैन का सहयोग रहा।
YANA Table Tennis League Returns as India's Fastest Growing TT League

YANA SPORTS PRESENTS YANA TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE 2026 – BREAST CANCER AWARENESS EDITION12 TEAMS, 96 PLAYERS, 1 MISSION – SMASH FOR CHANGE

3rd & 4th October, Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai

Mumbai, 6th September 2026 – Just 8 months after its landmark debut, YANA League by YANA Sports is back – bigger, mixed-gender and more purposeful. YANA Sports today unveiled the poster for YANA Table Tennis League 2026 – Breast Cancer Awareness Edition to be held on 3rd & 4th October at Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai. 

From Women’s Day Debut to India’s Fastest Growing TT League

YANA Sports, founded by seasoned marketing leader, producer and entrepreneur Krishna Kotian, was launched as a women-centric sports platform built around empowerment and mental wellness, with its flagship initiative debuting on 8th March 2026, aligning with the spirit of Women’s Day. 

YANA stands for “You Are Not Alone.” More than a name, it is a philosophy – addressing stress, societal pressure and the need for structured community support through sport. 

What started as India’s first Women’s Table Tennis League in March 2026 has in 8 months become THE FASTEST GROWING TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE IN INDIA that now turns mixed-gender for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 

Growth & Impact:

1. Sport as an Outlet: At the heart of the initiative is table tennis — a sport that is fast, strategic, and inclusive, accessible across age groups and skill levels, improving focus and mental clarity. 

2. From Participation to Movement: The inaugural edition welcomed corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, students, creatives and homemakers, creating a space where competition meets compassion. The second edition scales this to 12 franchise teams and 96 players.

3. Same Sport, Bigger Purpose: This edition dedicates itself to Breast Cancer Awareness – using sport to drive conversations around early screening, support survivors and celebrate strength.

Final 12 Teams for 2026:

1. Global Squad

2. Chambal Gharials 

3. Mahana Ventures

4. Maratha Warriors

5. Essen Vision Defenders

6. Delhi Dhakad

7. LV Spartans - London

8. Urjja Strikers

9. Century Warriors

10. Desi Warriorz

11. Teamo Productions Pvt. Ltd.

12. High Fly Freight Services

Partners: BIG FM (Radio Partner), Hathway & DEN (Telecast Partner), Global Advertisers Pvt. Ltd. (Outdoor Partner), Khar Gymkhana – KG (Venue Partner).

“We started YANA to prove that sport can heal as much as it can compete. From 8 teams in March to 12 teams now, the growth shows Mumbai needed this. This October, every smash will be for change,” said Krishna Kotian, Founder, YANA Sports.

For Media, Sponsorship & Player Entries:

YANA Sports | | Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai

Nature Hospitality Expands Reach With New International Tour Packages

INDIA — Nature Hospitality, a travel and hospitality provider that has spent over a decade building its name around domestic getaways in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad and other Indian destinations, has now widened its portfolio to include a full lineup of international tour packages.The company, established in 2014, built its early reputation on curated trips to the Himalayan belt, Wayanad, Munnar, and island destinations such as Lakshadweep. Its move into international travel marks a shift for a brand that has largely been associated with domestic holidays until now.

The new offering includes Paris tour packages built around the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Seine River, along with broader Europe tour packages covering France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Spain. Travelers looking specifically at the Alps and lake country can also choose dedicated Switzerland tour packages.

Beyond Europe, Nature Hospitality has added USA tour packages featuring New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Miami, as well as Australia tour packages built around Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast. The company has also introduced Japan tour packages covering Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Mount Fuji, giving travelers a route into a market that combines modern cities with traditional culture.

For travelers drawn to desert landscapes and city luxury, the company has rolled out Dubai tour packages that include desert safaris, shopping, and sightseeing alongside stays at upscale hotels. South Africa tour packages round out the list, taking travelers through Cape Town, Johannesburg, and wildlife safaris across the country's landscapes.

"Our clients have been asking for the same kind of planning and support they got on their India trips, but for international destinations," the company said. "This expansion is our way of answering that demand without changing how we work with people."

That approach includes honeymoon and family packages, which the company has customized for couples, families, and groups traveling together. Nature Hospitality is also continuing its practice of building personalized itineraries from scratch, based on a traveler's destination, budget, travel dates, and specific preferences, rather than relying only on fixed departures.

Industry watchers have pointed to a broader trend behind this kind of expansion. Indian travelers have increasingly moved from domestic weekend trips toward longer international holidays over the past few years, a shift that has pushed many established domestic operators to add global destinations to their catalogs.

Nature Hospitality's past reviews, many tied to its Himalayan and Kerala tours, have often highlighted the hands-on support its team provides during a trip, including arranging local transport and adjusting plans on short notice. The company says it intends to carry that same level of involvement into its international bookings, from visa guidance to on-ground coordination at each destination.

The company has not limited its international packages to a single style of travel. Its catalog spans romantic city breaks in Paris, adventure-driven safaris in South Africa, beach and city combinations in Australia, and cultural circuits through Japan, giving it a spread that can serve very different types of travelers under one brand.

With this expansion, Nature Hospitality positions itself to compete for a segment of travelers who previously would have booked international trips through separate specialist agencies for each region. By keeping planning, budgeting, and support under one roof, the company is betting that convenience will be as strong a draw as the destinations themselves.

Nature Hospitality says more destinations and packages are expected to be added to its international lineup in the coming months, as it continues building out this side of the business alongside its existing domestic operations.

For those interested in Paris, Europe, USA, Australia, South Africa, Japan, Dubai, Switzerland, honeymoon and family holidays, or a fully customized international itinerary, Nature Hospitality can be reached through its official website and customer support channels.

Media Contact: Nature Hospitality Email: www.naturehospitality.net

 

Sawan Koull Marks Rescue Cat Laxmi's Recovery with 100 Kg Cat Food Donation Across Mumbai

Mumbai, India, A promise made during one of the most uncertain moments of his life has

come full circle for content creator Sawan Koull, who recently distributed 100 kilograms of

cat food to caregivers across Mumbai in celebration of his rescue cat Laxmi's recovery from

a serious illness.

The story began on 19 June 2025, when Sawan rescued Laxmi, then a fragile stray kitten

showing clear signs of distress. A subsequent veterinary examination confirmed that she had

contracted feline herpesvirus, an infection that can be particularly severe in young and

weakened cats. The attending veterinarian was candid about the risks involved, noting that

the extent of the infection made her chances of survival far from guaranteed.

What followed was a period Sawan describes as emotionally difficult in ways he had not

anticipated when he first found Laxmi. Committed to giving her a chance, he took on the

responsibility of managing her treatment, often uncertain of what each day would bring. It

was during this stretch of anxious waiting that he made a private vow: if Laxmi survived and

went on to recover, he would use her next birthday as an opportunity to support the people

who feed and protect Mumbai's stray cats, work that typically happens without funding,

recognition, or public attention.

Laxmi's recovery unfolded gradually over the following months. Through consistent

veterinary treatment and sustained care, her condition steadily improved until she had made

a full recovery. The transformation, from a critically ill kitten to a healthy, thriving cat, became

for Sawan a story that carried weight well beyond his own household.

When Laxmi's birthday arrived this year, Sawan followed through on the commitment he had

made a year earlier. He organised the distribution of 100 kilograms of cat food to caregivers

throughout Mumbai, individuals who regularly feed community and stray cats in their local

areas, often relying entirely on personal time and resources to do so.

"Keeping this promise mattered to me because of what those days felt like when Laxmi was

sick," Sawan said. "I didn't know how things would turn out, and I made a decision that if she

got better, I would find a way to give something back to the people doing this quietly, every

single day, without anyone noticing."

Sawan said he made a point of delivering the food directly to caregivers rather than through

a third party, which allowed him to speak with several of them about their daily routines and

the challenges involved in sustaining informal feeding efforts across a city as large as

Mumbai. He said these conversations reshaped his understanding of how much unseen

effort goes into stray cat welfare in the city.

"It's easy to overlook how consistent this work has to be for it to actually help," Sawan said.

"Missing even a few days can matter for these cats. Meeting people who've kept this going

for years, sometimes without any support, made the entire initiative feel more meaningful

than I expected." Looking back on Laxmi's journey, Sawan said he hopes her story serves as a reminder that

recovery, while never certain, is often possible with sustained care and attention. He added

that he hopes the initiative encourages more people to get involved in stray animal welfare,

whether through feeding, fostering, or adoption.

"Laxmi going from critical condition to a full recovery wasn't something I could have

predicted," Sawan said. "If sharing her story and keeping this promise helps even a few

more people look out for the cats around them, that's a meaningful outcome on its own."

BUZZ. BELIEF. PERFORMANCE. DESI WARRIORZ INTO THE SEMIS!

YANA League’s Most Popular Team Desi WarriorZ Storms Into Semi-Finals, Eyes Historic Championship

Mumbai, October 4: Desi WarriorZ, one of the most popular and talked-about teams of the YANA Table Tennis League, has stormed into the semi-finals, turning the tremendous buzz around the team into a powerful run on the table.

From making waves at the auction to emerging as one of the league’s biggest crowd-pullers, Desi WarriorZ has carried a distinct energy throughout the tournament. With a place in the final four, the team now finds itself within touching distance of the championship.

Owned by Rajveer Singh, with Anjuri Sinha as Partner, Desi WarriorZ has an unusual story behind its success. Neither comes from a table-tennis playing background, yet together they built a competitive squad and created a franchise identity that became hugely popular even before the first ball was played.

The credit on the table, however, belongs to the Desi WarriorZ players, who have delivered under pressure and carried the team into the semi-finals.

Founded by Krishna Kotian, the YANA Table Tennis League brings the sporting community together while supporting the important cause of Breast Cancer Awareness.

For Desi WarriorZ, what started at the auction table has now reached the final four.

The popularity created the buzz. The players delivered the performance. And now, Desi WarriorZ are in the semi-finals.

From Auction to the Final Four — Desi WarriorZ Are Coming for the Crown.

महिला उद्यमिता और सामाजिक सहभागिता का उत्सव बना जीवो साउथ मुंबई बाज़ार
मुंबई। महिला उद्यमिता, स्वावलंबन और सामाजिक सहभागिता को प्रोत्साहित करने वाला जीवो साउथ मुंबई बाज़ार 2026 अवसर बैंक्वेट, ग्रांट रोड में आयोजित हुआ। 14वें वर्ष में प्रवेश कर चुके इस आयोजन में महाराष्ट्र, गुजरात और राजस्थान की महिला उद्यमियों ने 50 से अधिक स्टॉल्स के माध्यम से अपने उत्पादों और हुनर का प्रदर्शन किया। आयोजन में 5,000 से अधिक लोगों की उत्साहपूर्ण उपस्थिति रही।इस वर्ष जीवो साउथ मुंबई को द एसीई बुक ऑफ रिकॉर्ड्स से सम्मानित किया गया। इस उपलब्धि के लिए आयोजकों ने डॉ. अनीता नय्यर के प्रति विशेष आभार व्यक्त किया, जिन्होंने यह सम्मान प्रदान करने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई। आयोजन में डिजाइनर परिधान, साड़ियां, हस्तशिल्प, एक्सेसरीज सहित विभिन्न उत्पाद प्रदर्शित किए गए। सामाजिक संस्थाओं और गैर-सरकारी संगठनों को निःशुल्क स्टॉल्स देकर उन्हें अपने कार्यों को लोगों तक पहुंचाने का अवसर भी मिला।
जीवो साउथ मुंबई की अध्यक्ष मंजू लोढ़ा ने कहा कि हमारा उद्देश्य महिलाओं को उनके हुनर और उद्यमिता के लिए एक सशक्त मंच देना है। पिछले 14 वर्षों में इस पहल ने अनेक महिला उद्यमियों को आगे बढ़ने का अवसर दिया है। इस वर्ष मिले उत्साह और सकारात्मक प्रतिक्रिया को देखते हुए 17 अक्टूबर को आयोजन का दूसरा चरण आयोजित किया जा रहा है। महाराष्ट्र के कैबिनेट मंत्री मंगल प्रभात लोढ़ा ने कहा कि महिला सशक्तिकरण के लिए अवसर के साथ-साथ उनके हुनर और मेहनत को व्यापक मंच मिलना भी आवश्यक है। उन्होंने जीवो साउथ मुंबई को महिलाओं, सामाजिक संस्थाओं और समुदाय को जोड़ने वाली सराहनीय पहल बताया।

कार्यक्रम में अभिनेता जैकी श्रॉफ और नील नितिन मुकेश की विशेष उपस्थिति रही। जैकी श्रॉफ ने महिला उद्यमियों के प्रयासों की सराहना करते हुए कहा कि ऐसे मंच महिलाओं को अपने हुनर को पहचान दिलाने और आत्मविश्वास के साथ आगे बढ़ने का अवसर देते हैं। नील नितिन मुकेश ने भी आयोजन से अपने लंबे जुड़ाव का उल्लेख करते हुए भविष्य में भी इसका हिस्सा बने रहने की बात कही।आयोजन को आध्यात्मिक गरिमा भी मिली। आचार्य भगवान श्री नयपद्मसागर सूरीश्वरजी महाराज साहेब तथा परम पूज्य विदुषी आर्या मयणा श्रीजी महाराज साहेब ने अपनी उपस्थिति देकर आयोजकों और प्रतिभागियों को आशीर्वाद प्रदान किया।
सामाजिक सरोकार के तहत जरूरतमंदों के लिए 10 व्हीलचेयर्स और 4 वॉकर्स का दान भी किया गया।आयोजन की सफलता में सहयोग देने वाले सभी सहयोगियों एवं प्रायोजकों के प्रति आयोजकों ने आभार व्यक्त किया। विशेष रूप से श्री बाबूलालजी मिश्रीमलजी भंसाली जी, मैनेजिंग डायरेक्टर, भंसाली इंजीनियरिंग पॉलिमर्स लिमिटेड , के प्रति हृदय से आभार व्यक्त किया गया, जिन्होंने JIWO South Mumbai Exhibition के लिए अपना महत्वपूर्ण प्रायोजन और सहयोग प्रदान किया। पूरे जीवो बाज़ार के आयोजन में श्री बाबूलालजी भंसाली परिवार का महत्वपूर्ण योगदान रहा।महिला उद्यमिता और सामाजिक सहभागिता को एक साथ मंच देने वाली यह पहल अब 17 अक्टूबर को अपने दूसरे चरण के साथ आगे बढ़ेगी। इस आयोजन को सफल बनाने में इंदिरा खिंवसरा, उषा मुणोत, संगीता कोठारी, अनीता पूनमिया, लता जैन, चंदा चोपड़ा, सीमा जैन, संगीता जैन, मंजू सुराणा, मालती जैन , मीना बाफना  , देविना शाह , लुब्धा , वीणा कोठारी , सरोज कोठारी , खुशबू , प्रेमलता और चंद्रश्री जैन का सहयोग रहा।
YANA Table Tennis League Returns as India's Fastest Growing TT League

YANA SPORTS PRESENTS YANA TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE 2026 – BREAST CANCER AWARENESS EDITION12 TEAMS, 96 PLAYERS, 1 MISSION – SMASH FOR CHANGE

3rd & 4th October, Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai

Mumbai, 6th September 2026 – Just 8 months after its landmark debut, YANA League by YANA Sports is back – bigger, mixed-gender and more purposeful. YANA Sports today unveiled the poster for YANA Table Tennis League 2026 – Breast Cancer Awareness Edition to be held on 3rd & 4th October at Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai. 

From Women’s Day Debut to India’s Fastest Growing TT League

YANA Sports, founded by seasoned marketing leader, producer and entrepreneur Krishna Kotian, was launched as a women-centric sports platform built around empowerment and mental wellness, with its flagship initiative debuting on 8th March 2026, aligning with the spirit of Women’s Day. 

YANA stands for “You Are Not Alone.” More than a name, it is a philosophy – addressing stress, societal pressure and the need for structured community support through sport. 

What started as India’s first Women’s Table Tennis League in March 2026 has in 8 months become THE FASTEST GROWING TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE IN INDIA that now turns mixed-gender for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 

Growth & Impact:

1. Sport as an Outlet: At the heart of the initiative is table tennis — a sport that is fast, strategic, and inclusive, accessible across age groups and skill levels, improving focus and mental clarity. 

2. From Participation to Movement: The inaugural edition welcomed corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, students, creatives and homemakers, creating a space where competition meets compassion. The second edition scales this to 12 franchise teams and 96 players.

3. Same Sport, Bigger Purpose: This edition dedicates itself to Breast Cancer Awareness – using sport to drive conversations around early screening, support survivors and celebrate strength.

Final 12 Teams for 2026:

1. Global Squad

2. Chambal Gharials 

3. Mahana Ventures

4. Maratha Warriors

5. Essen Vision Defenders

6. Delhi Dhakad

7. LV Spartans - London

8. Urjja Strikers

9. Century Warriors

10. Desi Warriorz

11. Teamo Productions Pvt. Ltd.

12. High Fly Freight Services

Partners: BIG FM (Radio Partner), Hathway & DEN (Telecast Partner), Global Advertisers Pvt. Ltd. (Outdoor Partner), Khar Gymkhana – KG (Venue Partner).

“We started YANA to prove that sport can heal as much as it can compete. From 8 teams in March to 12 teams now, the growth shows Mumbai needed this. This October, every smash will be for change,” said Krishna Kotian, Founder, YANA Sports.

For Media, Sponsorship & Player Entries:

YANA Sports | | Khar Gymkhana, Mumbai

Nature Hospitality Expands Reach With New International Tour Packages

INDIA — Nature Hospitality, a travel and hospitality provider that has spent over a decade building its name around domestic getaways in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad and other Indian destinations, has now widened its portfolio to include a full lineup of international tour packages.The company, established in 2014, built its early reputation on curated trips to the Himalayan belt, Wayanad, Munnar, and island destinations such as Lakshadweep. Its move into international travel marks a shift for a brand that has largely been associated with domestic holidays until now.

The new offering includes Paris tour packages built around the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Seine River, along with broader Europe tour packages covering France, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Spain. Travelers looking specifically at the Alps and lake country can also choose dedicated Switzerland tour packages.

Beyond Europe, Nature Hospitality has added USA tour packages featuring New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Miami, as well as Australia tour packages built around Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast. The company has also introduced Japan tour packages covering Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Mount Fuji, giving travelers a route into a market that combines modern cities with traditional culture.

For travelers drawn to desert landscapes and city luxury, the company has rolled out Dubai tour packages that include desert safaris, shopping, and sightseeing alongside stays at upscale hotels. South Africa tour packages round out the list, taking travelers through Cape Town, Johannesburg, and wildlife safaris across the country's landscapes.

"Our clients have been asking for the same kind of planning and support they got on their India trips, but for international destinations," the company said. "This expansion is our way of answering that demand without changing how we work with people."

That approach includes honeymoon and family packages, which the company has customized for couples, families, and groups traveling together. Nature Hospitality is also continuing its practice of building personalized itineraries from scratch, based on a traveler's destination, budget, travel dates, and specific preferences, rather than relying only on fixed departures.

Industry watchers have pointed to a broader trend behind this kind of expansion. Indian travelers have increasingly moved from domestic weekend trips toward longer international holidays over the past few years, a shift that has pushed many established domestic operators to add global destinations to their catalogs.

Nature Hospitality's past reviews, many tied to its Himalayan and Kerala tours, have often highlighted the hands-on support its team provides during a trip, including arranging local transport and adjusting plans on short notice. The company says it intends to carry that same level of involvement into its international bookings, from visa guidance to on-ground coordination at each destination.

The company has not limited its international packages to a single style of travel. Its catalog spans romantic city breaks in Paris, adventure-driven safaris in South Africa, beach and city combinations in Australia, and cultural circuits through Japan, giving it a spread that can serve very different types of travelers under one brand.

With this expansion, Nature Hospitality positions itself to compete for a segment of travelers who previously would have booked international trips through separate specialist agencies for each region. By keeping planning, budgeting, and support under one roof, the company is betting that convenience will be as strong a draw as the destinations themselves.

Nature Hospitality says more destinations and packages are expected to be added to its international lineup in the coming months, as it continues building out this side of the business alongside its existing domestic operations.

For those interested in Paris, Europe, USA, Australia, South Africa, Japan, Dubai, Switzerland, honeymoon and family holidays, or a fully customized international itinerary, Nature Hospitality can be reached through its official website and customer support channels.

Media Contact: Nature Hospitality Email: www.naturehospitality.net

 

Sawan Koull Marks Rescue Cat Laxmi's Recovery with 100 Kg Cat Food Donation Across Mumbai

Mumbai, India, A promise made during one of the most uncertain moments of his life has

come full circle for content creator Sawan Koull, who recently distributed 100 kilograms of

cat food to caregivers across Mumbai in celebration of his rescue cat Laxmi's recovery from

a serious illness.

The story began on 19 June 2025, when Sawan rescued Laxmi, then a fragile stray kitten

showing clear signs of distress. A subsequent veterinary examination confirmed that she had

contracted feline herpesvirus, an infection that can be particularly severe in young and

weakened cats. The attending veterinarian was candid about the risks involved, noting that

the extent of the infection made her chances of survival far from guaranteed.

What followed was a period Sawan describes as emotionally difficult in ways he had not

anticipated when he first found Laxmi. Committed to giving her a chance, he took on the

responsibility of managing her treatment, often uncertain of what each day would bring. It

was during this stretch of anxious waiting that he made a private vow: if Laxmi survived and

went on to recover, he would use her next birthday as an opportunity to support the people

who feed and protect Mumbai's stray cats, work that typically happens without funding,

recognition, or public attention.

Laxmi's recovery unfolded gradually over the following months. Through consistent

veterinary treatment and sustained care, her condition steadily improved until she had made

a full recovery. The transformation, from a critically ill kitten to a healthy, thriving cat, became

for Sawan a story that carried weight well beyond his own household.

When Laxmi's birthday arrived this year, Sawan followed through on the commitment he had

made a year earlier. He organised the distribution of 100 kilograms of cat food to caregivers

throughout Mumbai, individuals who regularly feed community and stray cats in their local

areas, often relying entirely on personal time and resources to do so.

"Keeping this promise mattered to me because of what those days felt like when Laxmi was

sick," Sawan said. "I didn't know how things would turn out, and I made a decision that if she

got better, I would find a way to give something back to the people doing this quietly, every

single day, without anyone noticing."

Sawan said he made a point of delivering the food directly to caregivers rather than through

a third party, which allowed him to speak with several of them about their daily routines and

the challenges involved in sustaining informal feeding efforts across a city as large as

Mumbai. He said these conversations reshaped his understanding of how much unseen

effort goes into stray cat welfare in the city.

"It's easy to overlook how consistent this work has to be for it to actually help," Sawan said.

"Missing even a few days can matter for these cats. Meeting people who've kept this going

for years, sometimes without any support, made the entire initiative feel more meaningful

than I expected." Looking back on Laxmi's journey, Sawan said he hopes her story serves as a reminder that

recovery, while never certain, is often possible with sustained care and attention. He added

that he hopes the initiative encourages more people to get involved in stray animal welfare,

whether through feeding, fostering, or adoption.

"Laxmi going from critical condition to a full recovery wasn't something I could have

predicted," Sawan said. "If sharing her story and keeping this promise helps even a few

more people look out for the cats around them, that's a meaningful outcome on its own."