Author: Khwaish Jain
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) A new report by HVS Anarock, titled “Northeast India: A Hidden Gem for Tourism Potential,” highlights that significant government investment in multimodal connectivity—including road, rail, and air—is rapidly boosting tourism and branded hotel supply in the Northeast region. The government’s focus on creating this extensive connectivity ecosystem is strategically aimed at reducing travel time, lowering transportation costs, and ultimately unlocking the region’s vast tourism potential. The Northeast, despite its breathtaking landscapes, rich traditions, and immense cultural and geographical variety (which the Ministry of Tourism rightly terms the “Paradise Unexplored”), accounted for only 0.43 per cent of…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) India’s exports of processed potato products are experiencing a sharp rise, signaling the country’s rapidly growing foothold in Asia’s fast-expanding snack and convenience food supply chain, according to a recent note by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The export turnover is predominantly driven by dehydrated potato granules and pellets, with additional significant growth observed in products like potato flour, starch, chips, and ready-to-eat potatoes. Value and Growth Metrics The most significant growth has come from dehydrated potato granules and pellets, which saw a surge of over 450 percent in just three years, jumping from $11.4…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Tourism Finance Corporation of India Limited (TFCIL) Managing Director & CEO Anoop Bali has announced a major strategic expansion in the company’s lending portfolio, which is set to focus significantly on hospitality, real estate, and MSME solar financing, all within the broader tourism ecosystem. Highlighting a strong growth trajectory, Bali revealed that TFCIL is targeting a massive ₹2,000 crore in disbursements for the fiscal year 2026 (FY26), a goal underpinned by robust demand in both hotel and real estate funding. He noted that while hospitality will remain TFCIL’s core vertical, its current exposure to the sector,…
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-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Eight Continents Hotels & Resorts is strategically expanding its ‘Stamps by Eight Continents’ brand within the culturally significant destination of Jodhpur, Rajasthan. This expansion aims to offer travelers meticulously designed spaces that effectively blend the essentials of business travel with the pleasures of leisure discovery. The brand draws its inspiration from the concept that every journey leaves a meaningful mark—or “stamp”—on the traveler’s experience. Property Details and Amenities The new boutique property, Stamps Jodhpur, is ideally situated near Nagaur Road, placing it just minutes away from the iconic Mehrangarh Fort. The hotel successfully combines contemporary comfort…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Pullman Hotels & Resorts has announced the strategic appointment of two seasoned sales leaders to the team at Pullman Chennai, a move designed to significantly reinforce its presence in South India and strengthen its specialized offerings in the corporate and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) segments. The new appointments reflect the hotel’s commitment to growth and innovation in the highly competitive hospitality market. The first key appointment is Sabarinath R, who joins as the Director of Sales and Marketing. Sabarinath brings with him an extensive career spanning over 20 years in luxury hospitality sales and…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a new resort property in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, which will operate under the brand’s iconic Taj banner. This project is a greenfield development and is strategically positioned as a luxury wildlife resort that is set to offer sustainable hospitality experiences in close proximity to the renowned Ranthambore National Park. Resort Design, Features, and Location Nestled in the wilderness, the new Taj resort is planned to be a 75-key property that includes a selection of suites and villas, many of which will feature exclusive…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Ahmedabad’s hospitality landscape is currently experiencing a dynamic growth phase, marked by a noticeable surge in the development of new hotels alongside major refurbishments of existing properties. Both leading domestic and international hotel chains are strategically expanding their portfolios across the city. This widespread investment is driven by the rising demand from a diverse clientele, including business travelers, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism, and leisure guests who are increasingly drawn to Gujarat’s vibrant culture and its rapidly growing economic significance within India. This wave of strategic investment is effectively transforming Ahmedabad into a high-potential…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Stove Kraft Limited (NSE/BSE: Stovekraft), recognized as India’s leading kitchen and home appliances company and the force behind popular brands such as Pigeon, Gilma, and BLACK+DECKER, has publicly announced an ambitious plan to significantly scale its retail footprint, targeting the establishment of 500 exclusive stores by April 2027. This goal follows a period of consistent performance and sustained growth, marked by a recent achievement of launching over its 300th standalone Pigeon business exclusive outlet, which the company views as a reinforcement of its strong momentum and deep connection with households across India. The company’s retail expansion…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Shoyu, the popular cloud kitchen brand originally based in Hyderabad, has officially launched its operations in Bengaluru, with its first outlet now open in the bustling hub of HSR Layout. The brand arrives with a clear mission to democratize premium Pan-Asian delivery, aiming to offer restaurant-quality dishes that are accessible to all, straight out of the box, without compromising on quality or soul. The concept is built around serving modern Asian flavors that are reimagined with both elegance and ease, reflecting how the name “Shoyu,” which brings depth to Japanese cuisine, also seeks to bring soul…