Author: Faisal Mahmood

Araiya Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of Soul by Araiya Paithalmala – A Vihaara Resort, the latest addition to its growing portfolio of boutique hotels and retreats across India. Owned by Subhakaran K V and family, managed by Araiya Hotels and Resort, this new property reinforces Araiya’s commitment to bringing thoughtfully curated hospitality experiences to emerging leisure destinations that celebrate authenticity, wellness and a deep connection with their surroundings.   A new retreat in Kerala’s Western Ghats Araiya Paithalmala designed for slow living and immersive escapes   Surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Western Ghats, the resort is…

India’s luxury housing developers are increasingly designing projects around wellness rather than conspicuous consumption, betting that affluent homebuyers will pay a premium for residences that promise healthier lifestyles, preventive healthcare and better ageing.   Luxury developers pivot to wellness as India’s affluent buyers seek healthier homes   The shift marks a departure from the sector’s traditional emphasis on scale, imported finishes and clubhouse amenities. Instead, developers are investing in low-density masterplans, biophilic design, clean-air systems and integrated health infrastructure as India’s wealthy increasingly view homes as long-term lifestyle assets rather than purely financial investments. The trend comes as luxury housing…

Celebrity Prime Hospitality (CPH), a growing hospitality group focused on building differentiated hotel and stay experiences across India, has announced the launch of its latest property, CASA Hotels by Trunk & Trolley, in Warangal, Telangana.   CASA Hotel Launch in Warangal   Casa Hotels by Trunk & Trolley is an endorsed hospitality brand that brings together the contemporary, accessible stay experience of Casa with the distinctive identity and hospitality philosophy of Trunk & Trolley.   casahotel.in   The new property marks another step in CPH’s expansion strategy, bringing its contemporary and accessible hospitality proposition to one of Telangana’s important emerging…

BPTP Limited, one of the National Capital Region’s leading real estate developers, has been recognised with the ‘Premium High-Rise Development of the Year’ award for BPTP Skynest at the Times Realty & Infrastructure Conclave 2026, held on August 30, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt, Gurugram.   BPTP Skynest bags ‘Premium Highrise Development of the Year’ at Times Realty & Infrastructure Conclave 2026   Located in Sector 80, Greater Faridabad, BPTP Skynest is envisioned as a premium high-rise residential development that combines contemporary architecture, thoughtfully planned homes and a holistic lifestyle experience. The project comprises 504 residential units and brings biophilic…

Hong Kong Mark your calendar for Sunday, 11 October, as the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon (Hong Kong Cyclothon) returns. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), Hong Kong’s largest annual cycling event this year features two scenic rides – a 56km Ride and a 32km Ride – inviting visitors and cycling aficionados from around the world to enjoy a unique cycling journey through Hong Kong’s iconic bridges, tunnels and urban landscapes. Participants can look forward to a distinctive cycling experience like nowhere else, while immersing themselves in the vibrant energy of the Events Capital of Asia.…

A research project carried out by the fischer Group of Companies in collaboration with Purdue University (USA) has shown that existing buildings can be made significantly more resistant to seismic forces through targeted retrofitting measures. In earthquake-prone regions, such solutions have the potential to improve structural safety and help protect lives. The severe earthquakes of recent days have once again tragically demonstrated how vulnerable people are in seismically active regions. The images of destroyed homes and the high number of casualties are deeply distressing – and raise a pressing question: how can such disasters be prevented in future, or at least their consequences mitigated?   fischer earthquake-proof…

The Bali Annual Telkom International Conference (BATIC) 2026, held from 25 to 28 August 2026, brought together more than 2,700 delegates from over 760 companies across 67 countries, alongside 72 sponsors and exhibitors and more than 4,500 scheduled meetings through the BATIC App, for two conference days of discussions shaping Asia Pacific’s digital economy.   BATIC 2026 delegates gather in Bali, Indonesia   Under the theme “Uniting Ecosystem to Drive Connected Progress”, BATIC 2026 reinforced one central message: the advancement of connectivity, cloud, and AI depends on strong collaboration across the entire digital ecosystem.   Conference Day 1: Strengthening the…

Galgotias University hosted the Galgotias G20 Summit, a two-day Model G20 diplomacy simulation run by the University’s Centre for Diplomacy, Dialogue and Debates. Around 72 student delegates from across the country took part, role-playing representatives of G20 member nations under the theme “One World, Shared Future.”   Galgotias University Stages Galgotias G20 Summit, Putting Students in the Chair of World Leaders The Summit ran five committees over two days. The G20 Leaders’ Summit addressed strengthening global economic resilience amid geopolitical fragmentation. The IMF Board of Governors Committee examined global debt distress and financial stability, drawing on Special Drawing Rights, discounted…

Gaurs Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers, announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Seaform Germany, a European manufacturer of premium modular kitchens and wardrobe solutions. Valued at Rs. 150 crore, the expanded association will extend Seaform’s solutions across Gaurs Group’s under-development and forthcoming residential projects, covering more than 10,000 premium kitchens in a period of 5 years.    Gaurs Group Ties-Up with European Design Giant Seaform Germany for Luxury Kitchens for All Projects The partnership extends the successful collaboration at Trecento Residences by Gaurs, where Seaform’s exquisite kitchen and wardrobe craftsmanship was an integral part of…

Bajaj Finance is bringing together the repayment flexibility of its personal loan with additional benefits available during Loan Utsav 2026. Eligible customers can choose repayment tenures of up to 108 months to plan their EMIs more comfortably, while also taking advantage of a range of Loan Utsav benefits.   Bajaj Finance Personal Loan The Bajaj Finance Personal Loan offers loan amounts ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 55 lakh, subject to applicable eligibility criteria. Customers can choose a repayment tenure ranging from 12 months to 108 months. The applicable interest rate ranges from 10% to 30.5% per annum, depending on…