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Hyatt Advances Next Phase of Growth in India and Southwest Asia with New Senior Leadership Appointment.

Hyatt Advances Next Phase of Growth in India and Southwest Asia with New Senior Leadership Appointment.

Architecture, News
Apr 01, 2026 13:04:42Appointment of Vikas Chawla builds on significant growth with nearly 5,000 rooms added in 2025 to Hyatt's India and Southwest Asia pipeline, underscoring strong growth momentumNEW DELHI, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the next stage of growth of Hyatt's business in India with the appointment of Vikas Chawla in the newly created senior role of President – India & Southwest Asia to lead the business in the region, effective April 1, 2026. The new leadership position reflects Hyatt's commitment to accelerating its expansion and deepening its brand presence in one of Hyatt's most strategically important growth markets.The appointment comes amid strong development momentum for Hyatt in India, where ...
A Handbook on Waterbody Conservation.

A Handbook on Waterbody Conservation.

Architecture, LIFE & ARTS, News
Wednesday, Apr 01, 2026 15:04:20 | K MalhotraNew Delhi [India], April 01: K Malhotra, a foremost architect of India’s hydropower and Irrigation Infrastructure, with over 70 years of experience in leading implementation of iconic projects like the Bhakra Dam, Beas Sutlej Link and Lok Tak Hydroelectric projects, later serving as a Mission Member of The World Bank,  launches “ A Handbook on Waterbody Conservation”, his legacy for future generations. This  book, representing a culmination of a lifetime devoted to hands-on engineering, knowledge sharing, and the stewardship of one of our planet’s most vital resources—water, is designed as a practical reference guide for engineering students in IITs and engineering colleges, practicing engineers, contractors, NGOs, teaching faculty and ...
Shubhashish Homes Doubles FY 25-26 Pre-Sales to Rs423 Cr, Unveils new global brand identity, ‘Sa – The House of Shubhashish’; Targets Rs850 Cr in FY 26-27.

Shubhashish Homes Doubles FY 25-26 Pre-Sales to Rs423 Cr, Unveils new global brand identity, ‘Sa – The House of Shubhashish’; Targets Rs850 Cr in FY 26-27.

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Friday, Apr 03, 2026 11:04:10 | Shubhashish HomesJaipur, April 3, 2026:Shubhashish Homes, a part of JK Jajoo Ventures, has delivered an exceptional performance in FY 25-26, achieving ₹423 crore in pre-sales—nearly doubling its ₹211 crore milestone from the previous financial year, marking a remarkable year-on-year growth of close to 100%.Buoyed by this strong momentum, the company has charted an ambitious roadmap for FY 26-27, setting a pre-sales target of ₹850 crore, underscoring its confidence in sustained market demand, strategic expansion, and brand strength.The announcement was made at an elegant and grand annual event gathering hosted at Jaipur Marriott Hotel, Jaipur, attended by key stakeholders, partners, and leadership.In a defining moment for the brand, the co...
fischer Strengthens Production in Asia: New Production Sites in India and China.

fischer Strengthens Production in Asia: New Production Sites in India and China.

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Friday, Apr 03, 2026 12:04:25Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (NewsVoir)-The fischer Group of Companies is systematically expanding its production in Asia. With a new production site in India and the expansion of the existing plant in China, fischer is focusing on sustainable growth and a stronger market presence. The company also launches a new production facility in Saudi Arabia. The fischer Group of Companies is consistently expanding its production capacities in Asia. The focus is on the new and expanded sites in India and China. In Bengaluru, in the Indian state of Karnataka, fischer is launching a new production facility with a focus on fischer installation systems. In Taicang, in the Chinese province of Jiangsu, fischer is expanding its existing production site. The new p...
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, ...