Author: Khwaish Jain

-KH News Desk (ediorial1@imaws.org) Sunday Hotel, operating under its parent company PRISM (part of OYO), is making a significant entry into the wildlife tourism segment with a plan to launch 10 new properties across India’s most popular national parks and reserves within the next six months. This new direction begins with the opening of its first dedicated wildlife resort, the Sunday Hotel & Resort at Kiyari Kham, strategically located near the Jim Corbett National Park. This move is part of a broader strategy to create a pan-India footprint in the experiential travel category, blending luxury hospitality with authentic nature experiences…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) The Glenwalk, the Scotch whisky brand co-founded by Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt and launched by Cartel Bros., has achieved a remarkable feat by emerging as the highest-selling Scotch whisky in Maharashtra between April and September 2025. The brand recorded an impressive total of 60,000 case sales during this period, setting a new benchmark for premium Scotch performance in the Indian market. This standout performance highlights the brand’s rapid acceptance and strong consumer trust, largely attributed to its unique positioning as the first Scotch specially developed for the Indian palate. Market Dynamics and Success Factors The Glenwalk’s…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., a longstanding and trusted name in Indian home appliances, has launched a revolutionary new range of kitchen chimneys: the Sylvaire and AQNova Series. These are distinguished as India’s first kitchen chimneys to be powered by real-time AirIQ Technology. This launch addresses a critical, yet often overlooked, consumer concern—the hazardous air quality (AQI) levels that can spike past 900+ during common Indian cooking activities like frying or seasoning (tadka), impacting lung, skin, and hair health. By blending intelligent technology with deep consumer insights gathered from over 1,000 households, Crompton aims to redefine…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) KAFF India, a pioneering brand in high-end modular kitchen solutions, has announced the opening of its new exclusive brand store in Bachupally, marking another milestone in its journey to bring innovation, elegance, and performance to Indian homes. Located at Shop No. 8 & 9, Sy No. 44, Maktha Mahaboobpet, Miyapur, next to Kreative Glass, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500049, the new store offers customers a premium, immersive experience, showcasing the entire range of KAFF’s built-in kitchen appliances, hardware, accessories, and sinks under one roof. Thoughtfully designed to inspire modern homeowners, the store serves as a one-stop destination for those looking to transform their…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Suba Hotels Limited has announced a significant expansion in Ayodhya with the opening of Quality Inn Rama, marking the company’s second property in the city following the successful launch of its Click Hotel. This new mid-scale hotel, which is managed and operated by Suba Hotels, beautifully blends Ayodhya’s profound spiritual heritage with the global excellence standards of the Quality Inn brand, part of one of the world’s largest hotel chains. The launch underscores Suba Hotels’ strategy to solidify its presence across India’s key pilgrimage and cultural destinations, providing a sanctuary of calm and modernity for a…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Food and groceries delivery major Swiggy is currently exploring a significant fundraise of up to $1.5 billion through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) to institutional investors. The primary objective of this capital raise is to substantially strengthen its balance sheet and enhance its competitive position in India’s fiercely contested quick commerce market, where its unit Instamart operates. While discussions are still in the early stages, the initial size of the proposed QIP is pegged at $1 billion, with the potential to scale up to $1.5 billion. The company is also evaluating the possibility of conducting a…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Victoria Hospitalities has officially announced the appointment of Anirban Sarkar as its new Vice President of Operations. This key strategic appointment is set to reinforce the brand’s leadership structure, with Sarkar bringing his proven expertise and a strong commitment to sustainability within the hospitality sector. His new role will be pivotal in elevating the brand’s operational standards and guiding its strategic direction as the company focuses on responsible expansion and continued excellence. Driving Excellence and Responsible Luxury In his capacity as Vice President of Operations, Anirban Sarkar will assume oversight of the operational aspects of Victoria…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) ITC Hotels has successfully delivered its highest-ever Q2 revenue and profits for the second quarter of FY25-26, showcasing a robust financial performance despite facing specific industry headwinds, such as subdued leisure travel and a lower number of auspicious wedding dates during the period. This stellar performance, as detailed in the company’s media statement, is primarily driven by its strategic commitment to an ‘asset-right’ strategy, coupled with unwavering focus on operational excellence and world-class service standards across its properties. The company’s overall growth pipeline has expanded significantly, now encompassing approximately 5,900 keys across over 60 hotels. Financial…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) MRG Group has announced the appointment of Manjunath Kowtal as General Manager – Sales, reinforcing its commitment to building a strong leadership team as the company charts an ambitious expansion path across its hospitality brands. A seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, Kowtal has carved a niche in driving commercial success for some of India’s most respected hospitality names. His expertise spans sales strategy, brand positioning, and business development — with a strong focus on delivering sustainable growth and market leadership. Proven Track Record in Hospitality Over the years, he has been associated with The LaLiT Ashok…

-U.Bharath (cbedit@imaws.org) Following complaints of uncouth new methods of corruption increasing in Tamil Nadu, R Lalvena, Commissioner, Department of Food Safety and Drug Administration had reacted strongly to stop it. With complaints of bribe by a section of the Food Safety Officers across various districts in Tamil Nadu, the commissioner has taken a serious view of the issue and warned officials to desist from corrupt practices, more so during the festival season. Menance for the hoteliers: Years before, the biggest fear of a business owner running a restaurant would be rowdies demanding ‘mamool’. However, today hoteliers biggest fear is on the…