IHCL has launched its 155-key Taj Ganga Kutir Resort & Spa in Raichak, West Bengal, situated at the confluence of the Ganga River and the Bay of Bengal. Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO of IHCL, noted that the property reflects the company's strategy to expand into culturally rich and unique destinations in India. Designed to combine luxury, wellness, and immersive local experiences, the resort strengthens IHCL's portfolio of signature Taj properties. It aims to attract travelers seeking premium leisure stays with scenic riverside views and a touch of Bengal's heritage.Read more

Sonani Jewels has launched the world's largest lab-grown diamond jewellery showroom in Surat, covering 18,000 sq ft across two floors. The store offers over 4,000 designs in daily-wear and bridal categories, crafted in 18, 14, and 9 carat gold at its in-house factory. The inauguration, led by Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil and attended by state and city leaders, was followed by a three-day celebration, including a fashion show of 300 designs. Founder Agastya Sonani emphasised the company's 25-year journey in diamonds and the growing demand for lab-grown jewellery worldwide.Read more

Schloss Bangalore has officially adopted a new corporate identity as Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts Limited. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs gave its approval shortly after shareholders agreed to the change. The move is intended to align the listed company's name with its well-known brand, The Leela, which manages luxury hotels and resorts in India. Listed on the stock exchanges this June, the company will now also revise its memorandum and articles of association to reflect the updated name across all official records.Read more

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) has announced plans to launch a 310-key Taj hotel in Visakhapatnam, marking the debut of the iconic brand in the coastal city. The greenfield project, developed in partnership with Varun Hospitality Pvt Ltd, reflects IHCL's strategy to expand its footprint in key leisure and business destinations. MD & CEO Puneet Chhatwal said the venture strengthens the company's partnership with Varun Hospitality while adding a landmark property to its portfolio. As Visakhapatnam grows as both a tourist and commercial hub, the new Taj hotel is expected to elevate the city's hospitality landscape with world-class luxury offerings.Read more

IHCL has invested over INR 100 crore to acquire more than 2 lakh shares of its wholly-owned subsidiary, ELEL Hotels and Investment Limited, through a rights issue. ELEL Hotels holds the leasehold rights for the Bandstand, Bandra site, where IHCL plans to develop the INR 2,500-crore Taj Bandstand project with 330 hotel rooms and 85 apartments. This investment follows an earlier rights issue in July, when IHCL acquired over 3.3 lakh shares for INR 165 crore, highlighting the company's steady commitment to completing the high-profile luxury project in Mumbai.Read more

Omaxe Ltd has entered into a partnership with The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) to establish India's first stadium-hotel and an exclusive members-only club at The Omaxe State in Dwarka. The development will feature a 158-key Gateway-branded luxury hotel, including 40 stadium-view suites inside the upcoming international cricket and football stadium, alongside 108 premium rooms. With an elite 250,000 sq. ft. club, integrated hospitality, retail, and lifestyle facilities, the project aims to transform urban living in Delhi NCR.Read more

Radisson Hotel Group has revealed plans for five new hotel openings across Delhi MG Road, Mount Abu, Indore, Phagwara and Sasan Gir, scheduled within this year. This follows ten hotels already launched earlier in the year, with the group now operating and developing more than 200 properties. Meanwhile, Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) introduced its 116-room Gateway Ahmedabad, aimed at strengthening the Gateway brand's footprint in high-potential urban centres.Read more

Alkem Laboratories is developing the Samprada Singh Memorial Radiotherapy Centre in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, with an investment of INR 100 crore. The centre, part of the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre (HBCHRC), is expected to treat 3,500-4,000 patients annually. Named after Alkem's late founder from Bihar, it aims to provide advanced cancer treatment closer to patients homes. The collaboration between Alkem Foundation and HBCHRC builds on years of partnership in screening and palliative care and aims to reduce the long-standing gap in cancer care in Bihar and neighbouring states.Read more

PRISM, OYO's parent company, has introduced CheckIn, an app dedicated to premium and luxury hotels and homes. Featuring brands like SUNDAY Hotels, Clubhouse, Palette, and European holiday homes, CheckIn aims to offer high-quality stays with consistent standards and a seamless booking experience. While OYO's main app remains for budget travellers, CheckIn targets design-focused and experience-oriented users. Piloted three months ago in India, it already covers cities like London, Dubai, Bali, and Indian destinations, with plans for a global rollout.Read more

IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to operate a 111-key Holiday Inn in Siliguri through a partnership with Four Vedas Hotels & Resorts, a joint venture involving Kaysons Group, Sagar Group, and Golden Goenka Group. Siliguri's significance as a commercial hub and its growing role in trade and MICE activities make it a strategic location for the brand. Scheduled to open in 2027, the hotel will offer modern design and versatile facilities. This move strengthens IHG's presence in India's regional cities and reflects the company's focus on expanding in emerging markets.Read more