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Brigade Hotel Ventures Ltd reported a 140 per cent year-on-year increase in its consolidated profit after tax for the first quarter of FY27, supported by steady operational performance across its hospitality portfolio. Revenue also recorded a modest increase during the quarter, while Bengaluru remained the company's strongest-performing market with higher Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR), average room rates and healthy occupancy levels. The company also continued to expand its hospitality portfolio through property rebranding and upcoming hotel launches, while maintaining its focus on doubling its room inventory across luxury, leisure and business segments.Read more

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EIH Ltd, which operates the Oberoi and Trident hotel brands, has entered into a long-term partnership with Bhartiya Group to develop a portfolio of 20 ultra-luxury lifestyle resorts across India and select international destinations. The collaboration aims to cater to the growing demand for wellness-focused luxury travel by combining Bhartiya Group's expertise in integrated lifestyle developments with The Oberoi Group's hospitality standards. The first three resorts are planned in Coorg, Kabini and Hampi, with operations expected to begin by 2030, while the broader expansion will take place under EIH's management.Read more

09 Aug 2026

IHG Hotels & Resorts has introduced its luxury lifestyle brand, Vignette Collection, to India and South West Asia with the opening of The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula in Haryana. The 145-room property, located in Panchkula within the Chandigarh Tricity region, marks the brand's regional debut and joins IHG's Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. Positioned close to major tourist attractions and commercial centres, the hotel offers accommodation, multiple dining venues, wellness facilities and approximately 30,000 sq. ft. of meetings and events space. The opening forms part of IHG's strategy to expand its presence in India's growing luxury hospitality market through distinctive, independently positioned hotels.Read more

09 Aug 2026

Pristine, the bakery division of Allana Consumer Products Limited (ACPL), is strengthening its position as a manufacturing and product development partner for organised bakery and café brands across India. The company serves as the exclusive manufacturing partner for Mad Over Donuts and The Belgian Waffle Co., while also supplying bakery products to Krispy Kreme India, Merwans, Monginis outlets in Ahmedabad and several other bakery brands. With a production capacity of 100 tonnes per day, more than 70 stock keeping units (SKUs) and over 7,000 active customers, Pristine is expanding its manufacturing capabilities and research efforts to support growing demand for premium bakery products and customised solutions.Read more

08 Aug 2026

The Goa government has proposed a collaboration with Gujarat to promote cultural and spiritual tourism exchanges between the two states. The proposal was discussed during the Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Ahmedabad 2026, where Goa presented a wider range of tourism offerings beyond its traditional beach-focused image. Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte held discussions with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel around the possibility of signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The proposed cooperation is aimed at strengthening tourism ties, improving visitor movement between the states and developing new opportunities across cultural, spiritual, wellness and other tourism segments.Read more

08 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Guwahati is organising 'Uttar Dakshin – Jab North Met South', a culinary festival at The Great Kebab Factory from July 31 to August 16, 2026. The event brings together regional dishes from North and South India, featuring a menu curated by the hotel's culinary team. The festival includes a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialities prepared using traditional recipes and cooking techniques, alongside themed décor and regional dining elements designed to showcase India's diverse culinary heritage.Read more

06 Aug 2026

Restaurant Brands Asia, the master franchisee of Burger King in India, reported an improvement in its financial performance during the first quarter of FY27, with its consolidated loss narrowing to INR 33 crore and revenue from operations rising 17.9% year-on-year. The company also completed a major ownership transition, with Inspira Global acquiring a controlling 42% stake through a fresh capital infusion of INR 1,050 crore. The funding is expected to strengthen the company's balance sheet and support its expansion, digital investments, restaurant development and long-term growth strategy.Read more

06 Aug 2026

A new 600-passenger luxury cruise has been launched on the Narmada River at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat to strengthen tourism infrastructure around the Statue of Unity. Commercial operations will begin after the required statutory approvals and safety clearances are obtained. The new vessel has been introduced to meet rising tourist demand and will serve as both a sightseeing cruise and a venue for social, cultural and corporate events. It joins the existing 200-passenger cruise already operating in the area and is expected to further enhance visitor experiences at one of India's leading tourism destinations.Read more

06 Aug 2026

MakeMyTrip reported an 8.6% year-on-year increase in adjusted operating profit for the quarter ended June, supported by strong growth in bookings and revenue despite external challenges affecting travel demand. Gross bookings rose nearly 20% in constant currency to around USD 2.9 billion, while revenue increased 16.1%. The company recorded healthy growth across its key business segments, including hotels, air ticketing and bus services. It also expressed confidence in India's long-term travel and tourism market, citing improving infrastructure and increasing travel demand.Read more

06 Aug 2026

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the signing of a new 46-key Tree of Life resort in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, marking another step in its expansion across emerging leisure destinations. The greenfield project will strengthen IHCL's presence in the state, taking its Tamil Nadu portfolio to 33 hotels, including 14 under development. Separately, IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched its first Vignette Collection property in India and South West Asia with the opening of the 145-room The Aarlis Hotel in Panchkula, Haryana, expanding its luxury and lifestyle hospitality portfolio in the country.Read more