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-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) TTK Prestige, recognized as India’s trusted kitchen solutions brand, has introduced the Prestige NutriMate 400W, a new compact and powerful blender designed specifically to meet the evolving needs of health-conscious, modern Indian households. This innovative appliance is engineered to blend style, versatility, and performance, aiming to simplify a variety of everyday meal preparations, ranging from nutritious smoothies and shakes to traditional flavourful chutneys and aromatic dry masalas. The launch further strengthens TTK Prestige’s legacy of combining superior performance with practical, thoughtful design. Product Features and Design The core of the Prestige NutriMate 400W is its high-performance…

-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…

-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…