Ben’s Cookies Opens Its Seventh Store in India at Kala Ghoda, Mumbai

The seventh store in India brings the iconic British cookie brand to South Mumbai, with its signature cookie range, coffees and indulgent desserts. 

Ben’s Cookies, the British cookie brand established in 1983, has opened its seventh store in India at Kala Ghoda, Mumbai. The new outlet marks the brand’s first location in South Mumbai, taking its network to seven stores across Delhi NCR and Mumbai in just four months.

Founded at Oxford’s historic Covered Market, Ben’s Cookies is known for its chunky, gooey cookies and freshly baked Cookies. The choice of Kala Ghoda brings the brand to a neighborhood recognized for its heritage buildings, art galleries and cultural landmarks. With its mix of residents, professionals and visitors, the area offers an opportunity to introduce the brand to a wider audience in South Mumbai.

The new store draws on the brand’s established architecture while complementing the character of its surroundings. With seating for 10–12 people, it offers a space for customers to stop by for freshly baked cookies and coffee while spending time in the neighborhood.

The menu includes all 13 flavors of Ben’s Cookies, along with coffees, ice creams and soft serve. Customers can enjoy the cookies on their own or pair them with ice cream and soft serve for a dessert. The store will offer the same range available at other Ben’s Cookies outlets.

For customers who prefer to enjoy their favorites at home or work, cookies, coffees, gifting boxes and tins will be available on Swiggy and Zomato. Ice creams and soft serve will be served only at the store. The gifting range also caters to birthdays, weddings, festive celebrations and corporate gifting.

The opening comes as Ben’s Cookies continues to expand across iconic locations in Delhi NCR and Mumbai in India. The brand plans to open eight to ten stores during the current financial year, followed by another four to six outlets. Northern India will be a focus for the next phase of expansion, with the brand also exploring opportunities in other cities and locations.

While expanding its store network, Ben’s Cookies continues to draw on its British heritage, with its signature cookies at the centre of the offering. Coffees, ice creams and soft serve complement the range for Indian consumers, while its gifting boxes and tins offer options for a variety of occasions.

With its new Kala Ghoda store, Ben’s Cookies brings its freshly baked cookies to South Mumbai as it continues to grow its presence in the Indian market.

The Dough Therapy Raises ₹5.25 Crore in Seed Funding, Plans to Double to 20 Outlets

Mumbai gourmet pizza brand The Dough Therapy has raised ₹5.25 crore at a company valuation of ₹35 crore in its first institutional seed funding round. The round was led by Michigan Capital Advisors Ltd. (MCAL), formerly known as Melwani Finance Limited, with participation from Equiglobe Investment Pvt. Ltd.

The brand plans to grow from 10 to 20 outlets over the next 12 months, expanding in Mumbai and taking its offering to new cities across India. The funds will be allocated 60% to expansion, 15% to marketing and 25% to supply chain infrastructure, centralised operations and kitchen technology.

The Dough Therapy was founded in November 2020 by three friends, Abhishek Dedhia, Mohit Chheda and Gaurav Majrekar, with a single outlet in Mumbai. The idea was to approach vegetarian pizza with the same ambition, indulgence and attention to flavour as any gourmet offering. Its menu now lists more than 30 varieties of 100% vegetarian and vegan pizzas.

Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, the brand will combine its own outlets with select dine-in formats and franchise partnerships. It says this will let it grow its footprint while staying close to the product, quality and experience that built its customer base.

“From the beginning, our focus, along with my co-founders Mohit Chheda and Gaurav Majrekar, has been to build The Dough Therapy around the food, the customer, and the experience, and to create a brand that could grow without losing what made it special in the first place. This investment is an important milestone for us because it gives us the opportunity to take that vision to a much larger scale. Also, Raghav Chaudhary, Founder of Tiger Assets, deserves a special mention for making this happen by visualising the potential in our business and bringing the right investors together for our future plans. With their backing, we are ready to move from building our presence in Mumbai to creating a much larger, multi-market brand,” said Abhishek Dedhia, Founder, The Dough Therapy.

Fairmont Mumbai Awarded the Prestigious Michelin Key 2026

Mumbai, 2026: Fairmont Mumbai has been awarded the prestigious Michelin Key 2026, one of the world's highest honours in luxury hospitality. Announced as part of the Michelin Guide's global 2026 hotel selection, the recognition celebrates hotels that offer exceptional stays through outstanding design, service and a strong sense of place. 

 defining addition to Mumbai's luxury hospitality landscape since February 2025, Fairmont Mumbai brings together the brand's signature codes of timeless elegance, grand design, thoughtful service and immersive cultural experiences. Inspired by the city's rich Art Deco heritage while reflecting Fairmont's global legacy of iconic hotels, the property has established itself as one of Mumbai's most distinctive luxury destinations in a short span.

“Receiving the Michelin Key is a very proud moment for all of us at Fairmont Mumbai. We have put a lot of thought into creating a hotel that has its own character from the design and the spaces to the food, experiences and, most importantly, the way we look after our guests. But none of this comes to life without the people behind it. It is their passion, attention to detail and genuine care that bring the entire experience together. To have that recognized by the MICHELIN Guide is incredibly meaningful to our team and a wonderful milestone for the hotel.”

— Mr. Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai & Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel

The Michelin Key places Fairmont Mumbai among a select collection of hotels recognised globally for delivering exceptional and memorable guest experiences.

Property registration in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Nagpur becomes faster and efficient with Model Sub-Registrar Offices

Three new technology-enabled Model Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs) launched in Mumbai (Bandra Kurla Complex), Navi Mumbai, and Nagpur

• Services include property-related documents such as sale deeds, lease deeds, gift deeds, powers of attorney, and wills, among others

• Modern, citizen-centric centres designed to reduce waiting times and simplify the registration process

• End-to-end digital infrastructure and streamlined service delivery model to enhance efficiency, transparency and citizen experience

Building on the successful launch of Maharashtra's first Model Sub-Registrar Office (SRO) in Pune, the Government of Maharashtra, in partnership with VFS Global and WE Excel Software Pvt. Ltd., has expanded the initiative with the launch of three new Model Sub-Registrar Offices in Mumbai (Bandra Kurla Complex), Navi Mumbai and Nagpur.

Residents of Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Nagpur will now be able to register their property-related documents such as sale deeds, lease deeds, gift deeds, powers of attorney, wills and other documents, in a modern and comfortable environment through newly launched Model Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs).

Designed to make property registration faster, simpler and more convenient, the new centres combine modern infrastructure, digital systems and citizen-focused service delivery to enhance the overall registration experience. The centres seek to improve efficiency, reduce waiting times and ensure greater transparency while maintaining the highest standards of governance and regulatory compliance.

 Ravindra Binwade, Inspector General of Registration (IGR), Government of Maharashtra, said, “Following the successful launch of Maharashtra's first Model Sub-Registrar Office in Pune, we are pleased to expand this citizen-centric initiative to Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Nagpur. These centres have been designed to provide a faster, more transparent and more convenient property registration experience through modern infrastructure, digital systems and streamlined service delivery. By reducing waiting times and enhancing service standards, we are making government services more accessible and efficient for citizens while maintaining strong governance and oversight. This expansion is another important step in our commitment to modernizing registration services across Maharashtra.”

 In early 2026, VFS Global, in consortium with WE Excel Software Pvt. Ltd., had won a five-year contract from the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) and Controller of Stamps under the Government of Maharashtra to launch 60 state-of-the-art Model Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs) across the state in a phased manner. The consortium will undertake the end‑to‑end setup of Model Sub‑Registrar Offices across Maharashtra, deploying cutting‑edge digital infrastructure and trained service delivery teams to modernise property registration services. These centres would be an optional service and government offices will continue to operate.

 Centre details

 Model Sub-Registrar Office – Mumbai (Bandra Kurla Complex)

• Address: Unit No. 309-A, 3rd Floor, Trade Center, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) Mumbai, MH, 400051

• Business Hours: 1000 hours to 1800 hours

 Model Sub-Registrar Office – Navi Mumbai

• Address: 104, Ground Floor, A wing, Building no. 7, Millennium Business Park,Sector 2, Mahape, Navi Mumbai, MH, 400710

• Business Hours: 1000 hours to 1800 hours

 Model Sub-Registrar Office – Nagpur

• Address: 1st Floor, Crosswind Building, Plot No, 380c Corp. House No. 1019, North Ambazari Road, Gandhi Nagar, Opposite Wockhardt Hospital, Near Dharampeth, Nagpur, MH, 440010

• Business Hours: 1000 hours to 1800 hours

 Model Sub-Registrar Office – Pune

• Address: Office No. 14, 4th Floor, Revolution Mall, Paschkmanagari, Kothrud, Pune, MH, 411038

• Business Hours: 1000 hours to 1800 hours

Mumbai Port Authority Hosts Seychelles Parliamentary Delegation at Mumbai International Cruise Terminal

The visit was part of the Parliamentary Delegation’s India visit under bilateral exchange

Mumbai, September 2026: Mumbai Port Authority hosted a Parliamentary Delegation from Seychelles at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal today as part of the delegation’s official visit to Mumbai.

The Parliamentary Delegation was led by Hon’ble Azarel Ernesta, Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles. The delegation is on a visit to India from 01 to 06 September 2026 on the invitation of the Parliament of India under bilateral exchange. The leader and members of the delegation have been accorded the status of Guests of Parliament of India.

The visiting delegation included Hon’ble Azarel Ernesta, Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles; Hon’ble Churchilli Gill, MNA, United Seychelles, Chief Whip; Hon’ble Claudette Louise, MNA, United Seychelles; Hon’ble Sandy Arrisol, MNA, Chief Whip, LDS; Hon’ble Valdana Sultana, MNA, LDS; H.E. Mrs. Lalatiana Accouche, High Commissioner; Ms. Alexandria Faure, Deputy Clerk; Mr. Nickery Antat, Director, Office of the Speaker; Mr. Dave Payet, Security Officer; Shri Kh. Ginlal Chung, Deputy Secretary; and Shri Ravi Shankar, Liaison Officer.

The delegation was received at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal by Shri Adesh Titarmare, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, Mumbai Port Authority, along with senior officials of Mumbai Port Authority.

During the visit, the delegation was shown around the terminal and briefed on the facilities, including passenger arrival and departure processes. The officials also presented an overview of Mumbai Port’s cruise infrastructure and its role in supporting cruise tourism, passenger movement and maritime connectivity on India’s western coast.

Shri Adesh Titarmare, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, Mumbai Port Authority, also briefed the delegation on the proposed Mumbai Marina Project and its importance for marine tourism, harbour-linked services, sailing, yacht infrastructure and public-facing waterfront development in Mumbai.

The delegation showed keen interest in the sustainability measures and environmental compliance initiatives undertaken by Mumbai Port Authority. They were also apprised of the Port’s efforts towards cleaner operations, responsible harbour development and improved passenger infrastructure.

Mumbai International Cruise Terminal is one of the important passenger infrastructure facilities developed by Mumbai Port Authority. The terminal supports modern cruise operations and forms part of Mumbai Port’s larger work in cruise tourism, harbour services, passenger facilities and public-facing maritime infrastructure.

During the visit, mementoes and shawls were presented to the delegation by Shri Adesh Titarmare, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, Mumbai Port Authority.

Mumbai Port Authority remains committed to supporting India’s maritime engagements and showcasing Mumbai Port’s infrastructure before national and international delegations.

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Brings the Warmth of Nonna’s Kitchen to Opus with Handmade Pasta

Some of Italy’s most cherished recipes carry generations of memories, born in family kitchens where pasta is made by hand and treasured recipes are lovingly passed down. This September, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai brings that spirit to Opus with Nonna’s Kitchen, a special menu celebrating the craft and comfort of handmade Italian pasta, from 12th September – 20th September 2026.

At the heart of Nonna’s Kitchen is fresh pasta made using the finest Italian durum wheat, prepared with care to bring out the character of each ingredient. The menu features comforting classics and creative combinations, from Confit Duck Tortellini with Parmesan Foam, Walnut, Fermented Cranberry and Roasting Jus to Lobster and Morel Fagottini with Tobiko Hollandaise, Basil Oil and Prosciutto Crisp. For vegetarian diners, Wild Mushroom and Taleggio Cappelletti with Morels, Aged Pecorino, Toasted Hazelnut and Fresh Truffle to Asparagus And Mascarpone Spiral Agnolotti, Brown Butter, Lemon and Chive brings together earthy flavours with the richness of handmade pasta.

“Food is one of the most powerful ways to experience a culture, and handmade pasta captures the very essence of Italian cooking. With Nonna’s Kitchen, we wanted to bring an authentic taste of Italy to Mumbai, recreating the warmth and simplicity of a traditional Italian kitchen, right here at Opus”, says Nitesh Gandhi, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai.

With its generous spirit and focus on the pleasure of sharing, Nonna’s Kitchen brings a little of the Italian family table to Opus this September.

Date: 12th September – 20th September 2026
Timing: Over Lunch & Dinner
Price: Approx. 6000+ taxes for 2
Reservations: +91 (22) 6982 8000

No Passport Needed: Millo Mumbai’s New Menu Takes Vegetarian Dining Around the World

Mumbai’s vibrant dining scene gets a fresh vegetarian address to explore as Millo Mumbai, the pure vegetarian dining destination in Lower Parel, introduces a new menu that takes diners on a flavourful journey across the world. Bringing together global influences with familiar ingredients and contemporary formats, the new menu makes vegetarian dining feel playful, indulgent and exploratory. From the Hummus Board and Honey Chilli Lotus Stem to the Blue Pea Avocado Sushi and PBM Pizza, Millo’s latest additions offer a passport-free way to discover flavours from different culinary cultures, all under one roof.

The new menu moves effortlessly between cuisines, with each dish offering its own take on familiar global flavours. Korean Chilli Chestnuts bring a bold Asian-inspired element, while Edamame Garlic and Korean Dumplings add to the selection of flavour-packed small plates. The Pizzadilas put a playful spin on a familiar favourite, while the Nacho Bhel continues Millo’s approach of bringing Indian street-style flavours into unexpected global formats. Together, the new additions create an eclectic spread designed for diners who enjoy exploring different flavours and formats.

The journey continues with dishes that bring together international inspiration and comforting flavours. The Japanese Miso Bowl offers a wholesome bowl-style experience, while Chilli Oil Noodles bring heat and depth to the table. For a more indulgent choice, the PBM Pizza, inspired by Paneer Butter Masala, brings a distinctly Indian flavour profile into a contemporary format. The menu also extends into North Indian favourites with Paneer Rogani, Subz Bhoona and Cheese Kofta, adding familiar comfort to Millo’s otherwise global culinary journey.

Adding to the dining experience this month, Millo will also host live music performances by Kedar, Yusuf and Akash, with music beginning from 8pm. With its new menu bringing together Asian, Mexican, Italian and Indian influences alongside an easy-going live music experience, Millo Mumbai offers diners a chance to eat their way around the world without ever leaving Lower Parel.

Mumbai Airport Hosted India’s First-Ever Spin Session at an Airport

 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai Airport) turned the Terminal 2 Arrivals Forecourt into an unexpected fitness destination, bringing together fitness enthusiasts for an immersive spin session.

With headphones on, music pumping and bikes lined up against the backdrop of the airport, participants pedalled to the beat in a silent-spin format that transformed an everyday airport space into a setting for movement, music and community.

 Part workout and part social experience, the session offered a fresh way to experience Mumbai Airport, showcasing how its spaces can go beyond travel to host engaging lifestyle and wellness experiences.

The initiative reflects Mumbai Airport’s focus on bringing community-led experiences across fitness, wellness, culture and entertainment into its spaces.

 And this is just the beginning; in the coming months, Mumbai Airport will continue to bring people together through a series of such activations, creating more reasons for audiences to discover and experience the airport beyond travel.

Amama Unveils a New Immersive Experience Centre in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai

An immersive experience centre celebrating craftsmanship, nostalgia and the spirit of Mumbai’s iconic cultural district 

New Delhi, 2026: : Amama continues its retail expansion with the opening of its newest store in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai. Marking the brand’s second store in the city, the new space is envisioned as an experience centre where customers can step into the world of Amama and discover its jewellery, stories and craftsmanship beyond the conventional retail experience. 

Kala Ghoda had long been on Amama’s radar as a potential location, with the neighbourhood’s unique blend of heritage, art, culture and vibrant high-street shopping closely mirroring the spirit of the brand. The store is designed to feel connected to its surroundings, while offering customers an immersive experience that goes beyond conventional retail.

The vision for the interiors was to create a space that feels vintage, familiar and a little nostalgic. Rather than following a conventional retail format, the experience centre takes an almost museum-like approach, with every element thoughtfully designed to invite curiosity and encourage visitors to look a little closer. 

Craftsmanship and a love for the handmade are reflected throughout the space, from the hand-painted façade and custom tiles created from Amama’s own motifs, which offer a new way to tell the brand’s story through architecture, to the playful, bespoke interiors inspired by human anatomy. A door handle shaped like a real ear, display props featuring hands and ears, and vintage books woven into the displays add character, familiarity and nostalgia, transforming functional elements into artistic expressions of Amama’s jewellery-led identity. 

At the heart of the experience centre is a deeply personal tribute to Founder Nikita Gupta’s grandmother, her Amma, whose treasured heirlooms and memories inspired the foundation of Amama. A dedicated corner features her photograph etched onto a silver plate, her bejewelled khadau slippers and other meaningful objects that bring her memory into the space. The details serve as a reminder of the emotional connection and sense of heritage at the heart of the brand. 

The store’s design draws from the artistic and experiential character of Kala Ghoda itself, creating a space that feels both rooted in its surroundings and distinctly Amama. From the heritage-led details to the unconventional displays, every element has been thoughtfully considered to encourage visitors to slow down, explore and discover the stories hidden within the space.

Nikita Gupta, Founder & Creative Director of Amama, said,

"Kala Ghoda was always a neighbourhood we wanted to be a part of. There is something incredibly special about the way it brings together art, heritage, culture and people, and that felt very aligned with Amama. For this store, we wanted to create more than just a retail space. We wanted it to feel like stepping into the world of Amama, with little details that spark nostalgia, curiosity and discovery. At the heart of the store is my Daadi and the memories and heirlooms that have shaped the brand. I hope customers come in, take their time, discover the details and leave feeling a little more connected to the story behind Amama."

The Kala Ghoda flagship brings together Amama’s latest collections alongside its signature classics, offering customers the opportunity to explore the complete Amama universe. The store will feature the brand’s first-ever festive Polki collection, bags, iconic Saharas, Earcrawlers and other bestselling pieces.

As Amama continues to understand its growing customer base in Mumbai, the new store will also serve as a space to explore evolving preferences and create offerings that feel increasingly relevant to the city. The brand sees the Kala Ghoda opening as an important milestone in its larger retail journey, strengthening its physical presence while bringing its digital-first world closer to customers.

With new collections, seasonal drops and limited-edition launches in the pipeline, Amama’s expansion continues to reflect its evolution into a more immersive, lifestyle-led brand where jewellery, craftsmanship, memory and self-expression come together.

From Check in to Spin in: Here’s The Most Unexpected Party Happening at the Mumbai International Airport

Think airports are only for flights? Think again. This Sunday, the Mumbai International Airport is putting a spin on your morning plans with a first-of-its-kind spin party in collaboration with The Fit Corporate.

Get ready to pedal, stretch and sweat it out this Sunday morning to an energetic soundtrack; right at the airport’s Terminal 2 Arrivals Forecourt. 

Date and Time :  30 August |  8:00 AM onwards
Venue : Arrivals Forecourt, Terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai

So, swap your usual Sunday routine for some serious wheel power. Ready to get spinning?

Fairmont Mumbai and Le Florence India Hosted India’s First Longevity Summit 2026 with AIWO, Connecting Global Science, Biohacking and Emerging Longevity Technologies

Two-day summit launched by Fairmont Mumbai brought together global experts, healthcare pioneers, wellness innovators and emerging longevity technologies to explore the future of healthspan

MUMBAI, India, August , 2026: The inaugural Longevity Summit India 2026 unfolded over two immersive days at Fairmont Mumbai, bringing together 1,000+ delegates from India and across the global longevity ecosystem for a convergence of science, healthcare, wellness, technology and conscious living. Presented by Le Florence India in partnership with Fairmont Mumbai, with AIWO as the Title Sponsor, Maharashtra Tourism as the State Partner, and DecodeAge as the Wellness Partner, the summit brought together international experts, leading doctors, scientists, biohackers, wellness practitioners, founders, investors and thought leaders through global panels, expert talks, fireside conversations, experiential zones, longevity trails and interactive practices. Far beyond a conventional conference, the experience transformed Fairmont Mumbai into an immersive landscape of longevity, from underwater meditation, Watsu, ice plunges, yoga and sound experiences to explorations of biological age, metabolic health, brain performance, emotional resilience, and human connection. Even the culinary experience was designed around wellbeing, with colour-coded Yellow, Green and White food zones, each focused on supporting different functions of the body, from digestion and metabolic health to heart health.

At its core, the summit explored a question increasingly shaping the future of healthcare: how do we not simply live longer, but extend healthspan, preserve vitality and improve the quality of the years we live? The programme brought together preventive healthcare, geroscience, human optimisation, performance engineering of the body, bio-optimisation and functional enhancement, examining the interconnected systems that influence how we age, perform and experience life.

The summit’s philosophy was reflected in its Five Bodies Framework: Earth, Water, Air, Fire and Flow, offering a more holistic, systems-based lens on longevity. Rather than viewing health through isolated biomarkers or individual interventions, the framework examined how multiple physiological and psychological systems interact to influence resilience, vitality, and long-term healthspan.

The conversation around longevity also extended into how people live and age, with senior living emerging as an important part of the wider ecosystem. The summit saw the launch of Shremoha, a premium senior independent living platform formed in July 2026 through a strategic partnership between Shrem Group and Emoha, part of Age Care Labs. Unveiled through the thought leadership panel “The New Luxury of Longevity: How Senior Living is Becoming the World’s Most Powerful Platform for Healthy Ageing,” Shremoha brings together geriatric-grade personalised care, preventive health, wellness, and hospitality-led living to support greater independence, purpose and dignity among India’s seniors.

Nitan Chhatwal, MD, Shrem Group and Co-founder of Shremoha, said,

“Senior living is no longer the destination after ageing; it is a platform for longevity. With Shremoha, we are bringing hospitality, wellness and geriatric care together to create communities built around independence, purpose and possibility.”

Saumyajit Roy, Co-founder & CEO, Emoha Elder Care and Co-founder of Shremoha, said,

“The future of senior living is not about care alone, but about creating places where people can live with purpose, independence and meaningful connections. Shremoha brings our experience in elder care together with hospitality and community design to build exactly that.”

The idea of longevity extending beyond healthcare into the environments in which people live, recover and experience wellbeing was also central to Fairmont Mumbai’s role in the summit. By bringing health, hospitality, food, recovery, and experiential wellness together under one roof, the property became part of a larger conversation around how wellness-led hospitality is evolving.

Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai, said,

“What made the summit meaningful was bringing science, healthcare, wellness and hospitality together in one space. Guests could experience these ideas first-hand, making the conversation around longevity tangible.”

For Le Florence India, the summit represented an opportunity to bring India’s longstanding relationship with wellbeing into dialogue with the rapidly evolving global fields of longevity science, bio-optimisation, and preventive health.

Vikramjeet Sharma, Managing Director, Le Florence India, said,

“India has always had a deep relationship with wellbeing, and longevity is giving us a new language to understand it through science and technology. We wanted to create a platform where India could engage with and contribute to this global conversation.”

Across the two days, the programme explored regenerative medicine, stem cells, peptides, microbiome health, biological age, sleep, and heart health, consciousness, and other vital markers of human performance. Emerging frontiers including flow states, cardiac coherence, and the intersection of AI, physics, and medicine further expanded the conversation around the future of vitality science.

The summit also marked an important step in connecting India to the global longevity ecosystem, with 40+ global speakers, clinicians and wellness experts, including Prof. Dato' Sri Dr. Mike Chan, Siim Land, Dr. Chris Kacher and Dr. Gino Yu, creating an exchange between international expertise and India’s emerging community of healthcare, wellness, technology and conscious-living leaders.

One of the summit’s most intriguing highlights was its water-based longevity experiences, including Guided Underwater Meditation with Dr. Arpit Bansal, an early-morning experience at Fairmont Mumbai’s swimming pool where participants used weights and oxygen masks to enter a deeply immersive state beneath the water. Watsu with Svitlana Vishenska brought therapeutic bodywork into the experience, while Blue Mind practices, breathwork, and ice baths further explored the relationship between water, recovery, nervous-system regulation, and mental wellbeing.

Dr. Arpit Bansal, Scientific Chair, Longevity Summit India 2026, said,

“Longevity cannot be reduced to one number, test or intervention. It is about understanding how our physical health, brain, gut, emotions and sense of purpose work together to shape wellbeing.”

Bringing this philosophy beyond the stage, the summit gave delegates the opportunity to experience longevity through emerging technologies, therapies and practices, with 10+ experience zones exploring areas such as Gut Health, Genomic Health, AI-Powered Health, Peptides and Longevity, Frequency Technologies and Biohack Gadgets, alongside advanced recovery and wellness interventions. Curated experiences by players like Meotech allowed delegates to engage directly with these innovations, while BluXone, Fairmont Spa and Longevity showcased Hyperbaric Oxygen, Molecular Hydrogen, Intermittent Hypoxic Training, and Intermittent Vacuum Therapy, bringing personalised recovery protocols into the hospitality environment. Carna AI’s AI Body Scan offered a technology-led approach to health assessment, translating complex body data into a more accessible and personalised view of individual health.

The experience zones also explored emerging frontiers of longevity. The Wellness Co. showcased Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Normatec Compression Therapy, and Body Composition Analysis, while H2 House of Health’s Hydrogen Therapy introduced hydrogen-based wellness into the conversation. HPO Tech showcased a range of technology-led therapies, further reflecting the growing intersection of health, technology and personalised wellbeing.

For C. Sivasankaran, Founder, AIWO, the emergence of this ecosystem represents an important moment for India as consumers become increasingly interested in understanding and actively managing their health.

C. Sivasankaran, Founder, AIWO, said,

“India is at an important point in its relationship with longevity, with a growing appetite for better health and an opportunity to build an ecosystem around it. Bringing the right people, ideas and technologies together is where that ecosystem begins.”

With AIWO as Title Sponsor, the summit underscored the growing role of technology in the evolution of preventive healthcare, personalised health assessment, and human performance. The convergence of diagnostics, data, AI, and emerging wellness technologies is opening new possibilities around how individuals understand their bodies, identify risks earlier and make more informed decisions around long-term health.

Yet, alongside technology and science, the summit consistently returned to a simpler question: what does it actually mean to live well?

That question was reflected in the summit’s culinary programming. Food was positioned not simply as an indulgence or a nutritional input, but as one of the most accessible forms of everyday health intervention. At Fairmont Mumbai, the Yellow, Green and White food zones translated the science of nutrition into an accessible experience, with each zone focused on different functions of the body, from digestion and metabolic health to cardiovascular wellbeing.

Chef Ranveer Brar, Culinary Ambassador for Longevity, said,

“Longevity isn’t simply about adding years to life; it’s about staying capable, curious and connected through those years. Food is one of the most powerful choices we make every day, and India’s traditional food wisdom has much to contribute to this conversation.”

Ultimately, Longevity Summit India 2026 marked a defining step in bringing geroscience, preventive healthcare, bio-optimisation, and human performance into India’s evolving longevity landscape. By connecting global scientific advances with India’s deep-rooted understanding of wellbeing, the summit placed human vitality and biological resilience at the centre of the conversation around the future of health.

The summit was supported by a network of partners that reflected the breadth of the longevity ecosystem, including AIWO as Title Sponsor; DecodeAge, The Wellness Co. and BrainTap as Wellness Sponsors; Global Spa as Lifestyle Partner; and Evavo as Knowledge Partner.