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Month: April 2026

No Layoffs, Salaries On Time: Danube Group Chairman Rizwan Sajan Assures Its 6000+ Workforce Despite Geopolitical Uncertainty.

No Layoffs, Salaries On Time: Danube Group Chairman Rizwan Sajan Assures Its 6000+ Workforce Despite Geopolitical Uncertainty.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 02, 2026: At a time when the US–Israel–Iran conflict is reshaping geopolitical and economic realities, businesses across the region are being tested on their ability to adapt and endure. Against this backdrop, Danube Group’s Founder and Chairman Rizwan Sajan is setting a strong example of leadership by standing firmly by its workforce.On Tuesday, Sajan took to Instagram to announce that the company will not lay off any employees. “I’ve faced many challenging situations in the past - from the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait to the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these, we have always bounced back stronger, and I’m confident we will do so again. During the pandemic, I had committed to not letting go of any employees, and I stood by...
CII Releases Report ‘Rising South: Next Wave of Growth’ at its South India Annual Convention 2026.

CII Releases Report ‘Rising South: Next Wave of Growth’ at its South India Annual Convention 2026.

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Thu, Apr 2,2026-The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) released its report ‘Rising South: Next Wave of Growth’ at the South India Annual Convention 2026, underscoring Southern India’s pivotal role in driving India’s economic transformation.The report highlights that Southern India, comprising of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Telangana accounts for a significant share of India’s economic output and continues to lead across manufacturing, technology, exports and innovation. The region has emerged as one of the country’s most dynamic and globally integrated economic clusters.According to the report, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka together contribute over half of the region’s combined GSDP, anchored by Chennai’s industrial depth and Bengaluru’s global ...
Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview Opens Overlooking The Natural Wonder of Niagara Falls.

Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview Opens Overlooking The Natural Wonder of Niagara Falls.

Architecture, News
Hotel marks second Hyatt Regency branded hotel in Ontario and first Hyatt Classics hotel in the Niagara Falls area At the center of one of North America’s most visited attractions, Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview gives World of Hyatt members and guests the opportunity to take in unobstructed views of a natural wonder,” said Katie Johnson, Vice President of Global Brand Strategy, Classics Portfolio, Hyatt. “We’re excited to welcome this property to the Classics portfolio to give our members opportunities to explore the beauty of the Niagara region.CHICAGO (April 1, 2026): Today, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) introduces Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview to World of Hyatt as the latest addition to the Classics Portfolio. As the first Hyatt hotel in Niagara Falls and the ...
PlumbexIndia 2026 to Spotlight Water Sustainability and Urban Water Challenges in India.

PlumbexIndia 2026 to Spotlight Water Sustainability and Urban Water Challenges in India.

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 Bengaluru, April 3, 2026:The Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) held a curtain raiser for PlumbexIndia 2026 in Bengaluru on April 3, 2026, announcing India’s largest plumbing exhibition will take place at BIEC, Bengaluru, to address urban water crises. The event focused on water sustainability, showcasing innovative plumbing solutions, sustainable practices, and water technologies.PlumbexIndia 2026 will focus on water security, public health, and sustainable water management systems.The mega event is scheduled to be held in Bengaluru.Discussions highlighted water sustainability, collaborative governance, and the need for water-saving technologies in vertical construction.Gurmit Singh Arora (National President, IPA) highlighted that water sustainability is manda...
JK Cement Strengthens Dealer Partnerships with ‘Gathbandhan 2026’, Rewards Top Performers with cars in Lucknow.

JK Cement Strengthens Dealer Partnerships with ‘Gathbandhan 2026’, Rewards Top Performers with cars in Lucknow.

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Flagship dealer program celebrates performance, partnership, and shared growth Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India (NewsVoir) Thursday, Apr 02, 2026 18:04:58 | Reinforcing its commitment to strong dealer relationships, JK Cement hosted the latest edition of its flagship ‘Gathbandhan’ program in Lucknow, where the company rewarded 21 top-performing dealers with cars across key performance categories. The event brought together leading dealers and channel partners from the region and was attended by Dr. Nidhipati Singhania, Vice Chairman, JK Cement; Dr. Raghavpat Singhania, Managing Director, JK Cement; and Mr. A.K. Saraogi, CFO, JK Cement, along with other senior leadership from the company The ‘Gathbandhan’ initiative has emerged as a key platform for JK Cement to recognise and reward the co...
Action plan to be prepared for comprehensive development of KR Market: Maheshwar Rao

Action plan to be prepared for comprehensive development of KR Market: Maheshwar Rao

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Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao instructed officials to prepare an action plan for the comprehensive development of KR Market and to set a timeline for completion of the works.During his visit to KR Market under the Bengaluru Central City Corporation limits today, he reviewed the situation along with officials and stated that a detailed action plan should be prepared covering proper waste disposal, installation of CCTV cameras, concreting of internal roads, providing proper connectivity to the flower market, and other development works. He directed officials to submit a report within one week along with a clear timeline for completion of these works.He also instructed that all necessary locations in KR Market be assessed for installation of CCTV cameras from a safety perspective, ...
Measures taken by the Bengaluru Central City Corporation for the Karaga Mahotsav:

Measures taken by the Bengaluru Central City Corporation for the Karaga Mahotsav:

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Bengaluru,April 01:The Commissioner of Bengaluru Central City Corporation,  Rajendra Cholan, reviewed the measures undertaken by the City Corporation in view of the historic Bengaluru Karaga Mahotsav.On this occasion, he inspected the Dharmaraya Swamy Temple and surrounding areas, and instructed officials of various departments to work in coordination to ensure that the Karaga mahotsav is conducted without any obstacles and to strive for its success.Measures taken by the Bengaluru Central City Corporation for the Karaga Mahotsav:Decorative Lighting The Corporation has arranged decorative lighting at Dharmaraya Swamy Temple and surrounding roads, junctions, GBA head office, the Sapta Matrika Temple within the head office premises, Corporation Circle, Mysore Bank Road, Town ...
𝗕𝗔𝗙 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗔𝗢𝗠𝗔 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘁.

𝗕𝗔𝗙 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗔𝗢𝗠𝗔 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘂𝘁.

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𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗿𝘂, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 28: The 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗿𝘂 𝗔𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗕𝗔𝗙) has welcomed the State Government’s decision to 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗮 𝗔𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝘁 (𝗞𝗔𝗢𝗠) 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, following an assurance by 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗.𝗞. 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗸𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗿 on the final day of the budget session in the Legislative Assembly.Issuing a statement, 𝗕𝗔𝗙 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗮 said,  “We are indebted to the Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and leaders of all parties for bringing the KAOMA discussion to the forefront in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. We also thank the  Chief Minister and officials of the Urban Development and Parliamentary Affairs Departments for their sustained efforts over the years in shaping this crucial Act.”He added, “The KAOMA Act will bring 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮...
Golden Growth Fund acquires land parcel in South Delhi’s Gulmohar Park; eyes Rs 100 crore revenue.

Golden Growth Fund acquires land parcel in South Delhi’s Gulmohar Park; eyes Rs 100 crore revenue.

Business & Finance, News, PROPERTY MATTERS
With total built-up area of approx. 20,000 sq. ft., the project will have 4 ultra-luxury independent floors with state-of-the-art amenitiessNew Delhi, March 30, 2026: Golden Growth Fund (GGF), a category II real estate focused Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) designed for South Delhi, today announced the acquisition of a prime land parcel at Gulmohar Park in South Delhi. The company plans to develop ultra-luxury independent floors on this land parcel with estimated revenue potential of approx. Rs 100 crore, further strengthening its presence in the posh and end-use driven South Delhi market.This is the Fund’s third acquisition in South Delhi since its launch in September 2024 after Anand Niketan and Neeti Bagh where construction is on in full swing.Gulmohar Park is one of Sout...
Housing Sales fall below 1L unit mark after 18 quarters; down 13% YoY and 6% QoQ in Q1 2026 .

Housing Sales fall below 1L unit mark after 18 quarters; down 13% YoY and 6% QoQ in Q1 2026 .

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Bengaluru emerges as a realty hotspot as the city, for the first time, records the highest sales and supply among top 9 cities.Delhi-NCR recorded the highest growth in sales and supply amongst top 9 cities.National, March 30, 2026: The housing sales in India’s top 9 cities continued to decline in Q1 (January-March) 2026, falling below the 1 lakh unit mark after 18 quarters, owing to fewer supply across most major cities.According to NSE-listed real estate data analytics company PropEquity, housing sales fell by 13% YoY and 6% QoQ to 98,761 units while launches fell by 19% YoY and 8% QoQ to 92,411 units in January-March 2026.Bengaluru, with sales of 17,991 units, emerged as the highest selling market. The city recorded 16% QoQ and 3% YoY growth.Delhi-NCR with 12,141 un...