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Desai

British  
/ dɛˈsaɪ /

noun

  1. Morarji ( Ranchhodji ) (məˈrɑːdʒɪ). 1896–1995, Indian statesman, noted for his asceticism. He founded the Janata party in opposition to Indira Gandhi, whom he defeated in the 1977 election; prime minister of India (1977–79)

  2. Kiran , born 1971, Indian writer; her novel The Inheritance of Loss (2006) won the Man Booker Prize

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Until recently, one of the now closed units was run by Paula Desai, a furniture restorer and novelty card maker.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

"Most people would appreciate a simple means to reduce their chances of experiencing another event," said Desai.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

White House Spokesman Kush Desai says “Phelan is an eminently qualified pick to run the CEA and build on the tremendous legacy of Miran and Yared.”

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

“The White House and FDA are completely aligned on expanding the availability of flavored vape products for adults, and adults only,” said White House spokesman Kush Desai.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

"Mahadev," Gandhi said as Mr. Desai entered the room, "please make arrangements at Town Hall for Swamiji to speak there on yoga tomorrow night."

From Autobiography of a Yogi by Yogananda, Paramahansa