Author: Khwaish Jain

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Burger Singh, India’s leading homegrown burger chain, has opened its third outlet in Bengaluru, located in Sarjapur, as part of its southward expansion strategy. Known for its desi, Indianized burgers, the QSR chain continues to explore the immense potential in Bengaluru, a city the brand believes is still underpenetrated when it comes to bringing Indian flavors to the table. The company has ambitious plans for Karnataka, aiming to open 100 outlets across the state over the next 2–4 years, with 4–5 more outlets already in the pipeline in Bengaluru alone. This expansion is part of Burger…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited (BSE: 514402 | ECOHOTELS), a leading hotel operations and management company has successful raised funds through right issues. The issue was oversubscribed 1.60 times, reflecting robust trust and confidence from shareholders in the Company’s long-term vision of achieving 5,000 hotel keys by FY 2030. Total bid for 2,01,78,312 shares were received against issue size of Right Issue was 1,28,76,808 shares. The Company has raised INR 19.57 crore through Rights Issue. The rights issue was issued in the ratio of one share for every four shares held (1:4) at an INR of…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Millers for Nutrition, powered by TechnoServe, in partnership with the Gujarat Roller Flour Millers Association (GRFMA), and Fortify Health, today announced the launch of seven fortified wheat flour brands in Ahmedabad, marking an important milestone in India’s ongoing fight against malnutrition and anaemia.    “India’s battle against malnutrition and anaemia demands bold industry leadership, and Millers for Nutrition is proud to champion that change. Today’s launch in Gujarat shows how millers can step up, fortifying everyday staples like wheat flour with iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12 so that essential nutrients reach more households. In doing…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the apex body representing the Indian hospitality industry, successfully concluded its 55th Annual Convention from September 18th to 20th, 2025 at Hotel Conrad, Bengaluru. The three-day event brought together approximately 800 delegates, industry leaders, policymakers, and hospitality professionals from across the country to deliberate on the future of Indian hospitality, innovation, and sustainable growth. Dignitaries present during the convention included Siddaramaiah, Chief Minister, Karnataka; DK. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister, Karnataka; Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tourism, Government of India; M B Patil, Minister of Large…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Under the aegis of the Royal Rajasthan Chefs Society (RRCS), Rajasthan’s only official chefs’ society, a unique confluence of culinary heritage and culture will be celebrated at Hotel Shikarbadi, Udaipur on October 2, 2025. President of the Society, Chef Vimal Dhar, shared that this year’s edition is dedicated to the cherished memory of Mrs. Babita Saxena, Founder of Let’s Give Back. She envisioned the preservation of India’s rich culinary traditions and their transmission to future generations. Highlights of the Event: Showcase of traditional dishes from diverse Indian states, emphasizing regional authenticity. Strong social messages: “Back to…

-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) The agricultural landscape of Punjab, long synonymous with traditional farming and abundant grain production, is undergoing a profound technological overhaul. This seismic shift, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced AgriTech, was the dominant narrative at the recent World Food Fair 2025, where the state became an unexpected global focal point. Shedding its legacy image, Punjab has successfully rebranded itself as a pioneer in smart agriculture. The state’s innovative pavilion, centered on technology-driven food production, captivated international experts and potential investors. The new “Smart Agriculture Scheme” is democratizing complex tools like data analytics, making them easily…

-Khwaish Hingad (cbedit@imaws.org) A historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been formalized between the Indian Culinary Forum (ICF), India’s premier professional chef association based in New Delhi, and the International Institute of Gastronomy (IIG), Nepal’s leading international-standard culinary institute. This unprecedented, exclusive partnership is set to redefine culinary education across South Asia. The strategic alliance unites the strengths of both institutions to forge robust professional and academic ties, enhance learning outcomes, and significantly contribute to the growth of the hospitality sector by ensuring that young chefs are equipped with globally benchmarked skills and unparalleled exposure. Redefining Professional Standards and Opportunities…

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-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) Leads Brand Connect, a leading advertising and brand marketing company engaged in promoting and marketing of various Indian and International brands, today announced the launch of Coração do Vale, Portugal’s premium extra virgin olive oil, in India at World Food India 2025. Coração do Vale is exclusively sourced from the famed olive groves of Baixo Alentejo—the cradle of Portuguese olive-growing traditions. Coração do Vale was inaugurated by Shri Chirag Paswan, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, at World Food India 2025. Also present at the event were Eng. João Moura, Secretary of State for Agriculture, Government of…

-KH News Desk(cbedit@imaws.org) Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited, setting new benchmarks for green hospitality, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest property in Vadodara a vibrant cultural and industrial hub of Gujarat, known for its rich heritage and growing business landscape. With the opening of Vadodara Sama Savli hotel unit, Company has now 136 operational rooms across three hotels and will launch 30 more rooms in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in September 2025 itself. Commenting on this achievement our Chairman Mr. Vinod Kumar Tripathi highlighted that “this is a significant milestone in the Company. Our Vadodara property reflects Eco Hotels’ dedication to…