Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
IHCL today announced the opening of a Vivanta hotel in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel is aseamless blend of contemporary elegance and local tribal heritage. Speaking on the occasion, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL said, “We are delighted to unveil Vivanta in Jamshedpur, India’s first planned industrial city. Founded by Jamsetji Tata and named after him, Jamshedpur is also known as Tatanagar due to the presence of multiple Tata companies. This opening will mark the debut of the Vivanta brand and will be IHCL’s second hotel in the city.” Vivanta Jamshedpur is…
The 46th annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (NYU IHIIC), operated by Questex in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, will deliver unparalleled thought leadership through keynotes, general sessions, workshops, and networking events. Top industry executives from CEOs of hotel brands to various investment and real estate executives will discuss the latest trends, economic influences, and projections. The NYU IHIIC will be held on June 2-4, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis in New York. NYU IHIIC brings active U.S. and global investors from private equity to institutional…
According to TOI, Industrial hubs such as Krishnagiri, Hosur, Perundurai, Coimbatore, and Tuticorin, besides Oragadam-Sriperumbudur near Chennai, Tamil Nadu are witnessing a surge in investments by hotel groups. In January, Fortune Park Hotels Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ITC Ltd, inaugurated a 107-room hotel in Krishnagiri. “Hosur, by virtue of its location and strong industry base, holds immense business potential and strategic advantages for us,” says Samir M C, managing director Fortune Hotels. GRT Hotels and Resorts, with 17 properties across the state, is looking to expand in Tuticorin and set up new facilities in Hosur, Oragadam, and Sriperumbudur. Its…
According to The Hindu, The Jalahalli police on Monday received a mail from an unidentified person claiming that a bomb has been planted in Kadamba Gardenia Hotel in Jalahalli. The police reached the spot with a bomb squad and evacuated people who had gathered at the hotel for a private function. The letter contained verbal abuses towards the police and claimed responsibility for the Rameshwaram Cafe bomb blast. It was received by the police around 11:50 a.m. Upon reading the content, the police swiftly swung into action, rushing to the hotel along with a dog squad and cordoning off the…
Araiya Hotels and Resorts, led by the vision of Amruda Nair, granddaughter of renowned Captain C.P Krishnan Nair of Leela Hotels, is making waves in the Indian hospitality industry. Despite being a relatively new player, the company boasts of a legacy in hospitality spanning generations, infused with a fresh perspective and a commitment to excellence. Murlidhar Rao, the Chief Operating Officer of Araiya Hotels and Resorts, reflects on the journey thus far, emphasizing the company’s deep-rooted hospitality heritage. “While the onset of Covid presented challenges, our resilience and dedication to quality prevailed. Araiya Palampur stands as a testament to our…
Pride Hotels Group announced the successful completion of its annual three-day budget meeting, Pride Convergence 2024, held at the Pride Plaza Hotel, Ahmedabad. The event gathered representatives from all 30 operating hotels within the group and featured a remarkable day on a cruise along the scenic Sabarmati River, blending business & leisure to strategize for the upcoming financial year. The event commenced with “Reflections of Ayodhya: Strategizing with Vision and Virtue,” which set a transformative tone. The first day started with the traditional lighting of the lamp and was followed by a mesmerizing dance performance, symbolizing the group’s commitment to…
According to The Hindu, hospitality firm Viceroy Hotels, the owner of Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott hotels in Hyderabad, is considering the acquisition of distressed hotel assets as part of its expansion plans. Managing Director K. Ravinder Reddy stated, “The company is looking to expand its assets across the country with strategic acquisitions of distressed hotel assets,” in a release, announcing the resumption of trading of Viceroy Hotels shares on BSE and NSE on April 3. The company recently emerged from its corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP), with Anirudh Agro Farms (AAFL) as the successful resolution applicant. Reddy expressed the…
Ronil Goa the first JdV by Hyatt Hotel in India and Southwest Asia is committed to sustainability across the colleague and guest areas. From bio-degradable guest amenities to large format dispensers in the bathrooms, VRV systems, motion sensor monitored lighting, water recycling to wooden key cards and supporting and working with local communities and vendors – here Sustainability is not a program but a way of life. “Everything we do at the first JdV by Hyatt property – Ronil Goa is designed around our commitment to World of Care – Hyatt’s global approach to advancing care for the planet, people, and…
According to the Telegraph India, After over a decade in the making, ITC’s inaugural overseas hospitality venture is ready to open its doors. Conceived in 2012, the Colombo project, named ITC Ratnadipa, will become operational from April 25, overcoming multiple hurdles that delayed the INR 2,775-crore luxury venture. The 350-key property, along with a luxury residential development named Sapphire Residencies, sits on a 5.86-acre land, offering a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean and Beira Lake. The mixed-use development is promoted by WelcomHotels Lanka (Private) Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company. “Our first property outside India is going to…
