IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Thanishq Grande Hotels & Resorts for the development of Holiday Inn Sriperumbudur. Scheduled to open in Q1 2029, the hotel aims to further strengthen IHG’s presence in Tamil Nadu and reinforce its focus on high-growth industrial and commercial markets across India.

IHG® Hotels & Resorts opens doors to voco Amritsar, marking the debut of its premium brand in Punjab. The hotel offers a range of room categories, including Standard Rooms, Premium Rooms, Suites, and the Duplex Rooms, said to be a standout offering with its stylish two-level layout, for guests seeking a more elevated stay experience.

ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of two new properties under its Fortune Hotels brand, boosting its expansion strategy in Maharashtra. The twin signings, Fortune Select Nashik and Fortune Jungle Resort Tadoba, emphasise ITC Hotels’ focus and strategic expansion across high-growth leisure, pilgrimage and emerging urban destinations, while deepening its footprint in one of India...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Place Bhopal, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint in key markets around the world. The hotel features 99 thoughtfully designed guestrooms, comfortable social spaces and efficient service for a seamless experience in a casual atmosphere. The hotel is designed to cater business and leisure travellers. Located near Bhopal’s...

Lords Hotels & Resorts announced the sign up of its new boutique hotel in Lucknow, scheduled to open by the end of 2026. This development marks a significant addition to the Group’s growing hospitality portfolio across key destinations in India. The upcoming property will feature luxuriously designed rooms, a multi-cuisine restaurant, a spacious banquet hall along with an exclusive rooftop...

While Delhi NCR belt will be in sharp focus for demand generation, the partnership will elevate Noormahal from a domestic landmark to an international destination, backed by Marriott’s massive global reach. Eyes on maximising RevPAR

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) has announced the launch of its newest property, Regenta Place Iris Park, Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Regenta Place Iris Park, Rishikesh is said to be designed to offer a serene retreat for pilgrims, adventure seekers, and travelers seeking comfort in the heart of the world’s yoga capital.

Global headwinds, domestic resilience and long-term growth ambitions define the latest hospitality outlook, as shared by Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL, at a recent public forum, where he outlined the sector’s current state and future trajectory.

As Indian travellers have started to spend more, travel more often, and demand experience-first trips, the very meaning of luxury is being reshaped, which is less about opulence, more about value and access. SATTE this year, brought a provocative question to the limelight: can luxury truly be affordable, or is the industry redefining aspiration for a wider market?

Hakimuddin Kanorwala has joined Suba Hotels Limited as Chief Finance Officer (CFO). Kanorwala brings over 15 years of extensive experience in finance and accounts, with deep expertise across financial planning and analysis, budgeting, treasury, taxation, compliance, risk management, governance, strategic finance, and financial reporting...