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Online search for Ayurvedic solutions goes up by 10-12% in India – Ayushakti
Ayushakti, one of the leading and most trusted ayurvedic health centers around the world, co-founded by Ayurveda expert Dr. Smita Naram has noticed an upward trend in the search of Ayurveda based solutions. As per internal research conducted, the leading ayurvedic brand has noticed tremendous growth in demand and the online search around it has increased by 10-12% during the pandemic.
Currently, the global market of natural healing solutions is at 1.2 billion dollars, of which the USA stands the largest, followed by Germany, Japan, and the U.K. Even though India is the origin of Ayurveda, it holds a smaller market size compared to other nations.
In the last few months, around 25% of the USA’s population looked up for Ayurveda and around 17% of the population, together with from the U.K, Japan, and Germany looked up for the same. Ayushakti holds a great foothold in these developed countries and has 160 partner clinics with 80% doctors from the west in Germany, UK, and the USA.
Speaking on the growing demand for Ayurveda solutions, Dr. Smita Naram, Co-Founder of Ayushakti, said, “The year 2020 has made people realise the importance of holistic healing and ayurvedic medicines. We have noticed a growing demand in the need of ayurvedic solutions, and with the growth of digital and social media, our team has noticed a great surge in the online search. According to our research, the Indian Ayurvedic product market exhibited double-digit growth during 2014-2019 and has expected to increase at a CAGR of 14% during 2020-2025. It is great to know that our Indian ancient science and healthcare system that has been adopted by cultures globally and the Indian Ayurvedic product market’s is gaining increasing popularity, during the pandemic.”
Ayushakti aims to open multiple franchises across India, in the coming months, to meet the growing demand they have been receiving.
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BLR Airport Launches ‘Connections’ Service to Ease Transit Travel
New initiative targets smoother transfers as Bengaluru hub traffic rises 30 per cent.
MUMBAI: Missed connections may be a traveller’s nightmare but Bengaluru is trying to make them a thing of the past. Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has rolled out ‘Connections by BLR’, a new transfer programme designed to take the friction out of connecting journeys. Built around three pillars ease, efficiency and experience,the initiative aims to simplify what is often the most stressful leg of air travel.
The move comes as transfer traffic at BLR Airport climbs sharply, up more than 30 per cent year-on-year. Transfers currently account for around 15 per cent of total passenger traffic and are projected to touch 20 per cent by 2026, signalling a clear shift in how the airport is positioning itself within airline networks.
At its core, the programme focuses on making navigation intuitive and downtime more comfortable. Dedicated transfer desks have been set up across terminals, supported by colour-coded wayfinding blue and yellow signage designed for quick recognition. Inter-terminal movement is being streamlined through complimentary shuttle services with predictable wait times, while designated transfer zones aim to reduce passenger confusion.
Beyond logistics, the airport is leaning into experience. Travellers in transit now have access to a wider choice of lounges, curated retail and food and beverage options, as well as sleeping pods for short stays. For longer layovers, transit hotels in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer boutique in-terminal accommodation, an increasingly sought-after feature as global travel patterns evolve.
The timing is strategic. BLR Airport now connects to 114 passenger destinations 80 domestic and 34 international with key routes spanning Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Pune domestically, and Singapore, London Heathrow, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur internationally. Recent additions such as Hindon, Bidar and Silchar within India, alongside Dammam, Hanoi and Riyadh overseas, are further expanding its reach.
Infrastructure is also catching up with ambition. Developments including the West Cross Taxiway, Terminal 1 refurbishment and Terminal 2 expansion are laying the groundwork for higher capacity and smoother operations critical for any airport aiming to become a serious transfer hub.
Bangalore International Airport Limited chief operating officer Girish Nair framed the initiative as both a response to demand and a forward-looking play. He pointed to the growing depth of the airport’s network and the opportunity to build a more reliable transfer ecosystem that benefits both passengers and airline partners.
In an era where travel is as much about transitions as destinations, BLR Airport is betting that a seamless connection might just be the journey’s most important upgrade.
