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INDIAWOOD 2026 Gears Up to Power India’s Growth in Woodworking and Furniture Production

INDIAWOOD 2026 Gears Up to Power India’s Growth in Woodworking and Furniture Production

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Tuesday, Feb 03, 2026 17:02:30 - Set for Record Expansion as India-EU "Mother of All Deals" Boosts Market Access for Woodworking & Furniture Manufacturing NEW DELHI, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From 26 February to 2 March 2026, Bengaluru will once again become the epicentre of the global woodworking and furniture manufacturing industry as INDIAWOOD 2026 returns to the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC). Organised by NürnbergMesse India, the 26th edition of the biennial event reinforces INDIAWOOD's position as the Global Summit for Woodworking, Furniture Production and Mattress Manufacturing. The event is further supported by EUMABOIS, the European Federation of Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers. Set to be the largest edition in its history, INDIAWOOD 202...
Government of Karnataka Announces “Bengaluru GAFX 2026”; Unveils ‘Evolution Reloaded’ Vision for AVGC and Creative Technologies

Government of Karnataka Announces “Bengaluru GAFX 2026”; Unveils ‘Evolution Reloaded’ Vision for AVGC and Creative Technologies

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Highlights: 3-day conference and exhibition on Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and immersive content Event to be held from February 27 to March 1, 2026 Karnataka reiterates commitment to strengthening India’s AVGC-XR and creative technology ecosystem Bengaluru, February 2, 2026 — The Government of Karnataka, in association with the Association of Bangalore Animation Industry (ABAI) and Startup Karnataka, today announced the 7th edition of Bengaluru GAFX 2026, Asia’s largest annual conference and exhibition for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, XR, and immersive and interactive content. Scheduled to be held from February 27 to March 1, 2026, at Hotel Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, the event will bring together creators, studios, technologists, investors, and industry lead...
Notices issued to a total of 574 Paying Guest accommodations within the Central City Corporation limits: Rajendra Cholan

Notices issued to a total of 574 Paying Guest accommodations within the Central City Corporation limits: Rajendra Cholan

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Notices issued to a total of 574 Paying Guest accommodations within the Central City Corporation limits: Rajendra Cholan A total of 08 Paying Guest accommodations sealed Bengaluru, Jan. 31: Commissioner Rajendra Cholan informed that awareness notices have been issued to a total of 574 Paying Guest (PG) accommodations operating within the Bengaluru Central City Corporation limits. During January 2026, inspections were carried out in all currently operating PG accommodations across the Shantinagar, C.V. Raman Nagar, Gandhinagar, Shivajinagar, Chamarajapete, and Chickpet Assembly constituencies to verify compliance with prescribed guidelines. Following these inspections, awareness notices were issued to 574 PG establishments. Among them, 08 PG accommodations that failed to main...
Mark St. John’s land and immediately begin work to install 5 portal piers for the flyover: Maheshwar Rao

Mark St. John’s land and immediately begin work to install 5 portal piers for the flyover: Maheshwar Rao

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Bengaluru, Jan. 26: The Chief Commissioner of the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), Shri Maheshwar Rao, instructed officials to mark the required land at St. John’s and immediately begin work to install five portal piers for the Ejipura flyover. He spoke at a meeting held today with officials from the Traffic Police Department and St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences regarding the Ejipura flyover project. Resolution of the St. John’s land-use issue: The construction of the Ejipura flyover is currently progressing at a fast pace. On the left side while moving from Central Sadan towards Ejipura, a small portion of land belonging to St. John’s is required to install five portal piers. The portal piers need to be constructed along the footpath and adjoining the compou...
Buyers stay committed to luxury homes though markets may moderate: India Sotheby’s International Realty’s annual survey 2026

Buyers stay committed to luxury homes though markets may moderate: India Sotheby’s International Realty’s annual survey 2026

Business & Finance
67% of HNIs and UHNIs remain firmly bullish on India’s growth prospects over the next 12–24 months, despite global headwinds. 72% of respondents expect India’s GDP growth to stabilise in the 6–7% range in FY27, indicating moderated but steady optimism. 67% of wealthy investors expect annualised real estate returns of up to 15%. 53% of buyers invested in luxury real estate for capital appreciation, while 47% purchased for self-use, highlighting a balanced demand mix. City-based residential properties remain the top choice among the wealthy, with 31% prioritising primary residences and 30% focusing on investment assets. With quality inventory tightening and prices moving upwards, interest among HNIs and UHNIs in purchasing second homes has softened over the past year. 46% p...
The Oterra Hotel Achieves Prestigious IGBC Green Existing Building Platinum Award

The Oterra Hotel Achieves Prestigious IGBC Green Existing Building Platinum Award

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The Oterra Hotel, Bengaluru, a landmark of luxury in the city’s tech hub, has officially ascended to the pinnacle of environmental stewardship. The hotel had very recently been awarded the Platinum Rating—the highest certification—under the IGBC (Indian Green Building Council) Green Existing Buildings category with the highest rated green existing building in India for the year 2025 – 2026.  This prestigious recognition from the CII - Indian Green Building Council distinguishes The Oterra as a leader in future-ready, sustainable hospitality in India. The Platinum certification is rarely achieved, as it requires a rigorous overhaul of energy-efficiency, water conservation, waste management, ecofriendly commuting practices and industry innovation without compromising on the indoor enviro...
Kerala Tourism to launch all India campaign and hold roadshows in major cities ahead of summer holiday season

Kerala Tourism to launch all India campaign and hold roadshows in major cities ahead of summer holiday season

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Bengaluru, 22nd Jan 2026: The Kochi–Muziris Biennale has emerged as one of India’s most significant cultural events and a global platform for contemporary art, transforming Kochi into a vibrant cultural destination every two years. Set against the historic backdrop of Fort Kochi and surrounding heritage precincts, the Biennale seamlessly blends art, history, and tourism, offering visitors an immersive cultural experience unlike any other in the country. India’s largest and South Asia’s most significant contemporary art event, KMB will continue till March 31, showcasing cutting-edge artistic expressions from around the world in heritage venues spread across the city of Kochi. The Kochi–Muziris Biennale stands as a powerful example of how culture-led tourism can revitalize heritage sp...
NITI Aayog releases three reports on green transition in cement, aluminium and MSME sectors

NITI Aayog releases three reports on green transition in cement, aluminium and MSME sectors

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21 JAN 2026 8:11PM by PIB Delhi India has an aspiration of becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047 and achieving USD 30 trillion economy. This economic expansion will be driven by a significant increase in industrial activity and accompanied by extensive infrastructure development. Increasing the share of manufacturing sector from 17% to 25% in GDP is a key national objective that is central to India’s developmental goals. India has also pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2070. Therefore, a need was identified for developing industry specific green transition roadmaps that are consistent with Viksit Bharat by 2047. In this context, NITI Aayog released three reports on decarbonisation roadmaps for cement, aluminium and MSME sectors. These three reports have been prepared in con...

Cleanliness drive carried out on 15 major roads across 6 constituencies under Central City Corporation limits: Rajendra Cholan,Commissioner of Bengaluru Central City Corporation.

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Bengaluru, Jan. 18,2026- The Commissioner of Bengaluru Central City Corporation,  Rajendra Cholan, informed that a mass cleanliness drive has been undertaken from this morning on 15 major roads under the jurisdiction of Bengaluru Central City Corporation. Details of the locations where the cleanliness drive was carried out: 1. In C.V. Raman Nagar constituency – within the limits of Wards 114 and 80, cleanliness work was carried out on Channasandra Main Road, Indiranagar 6th Main Road, 80 Feet Road, 12th Main Road, and Kasturinagar 2nd Main Road. 2. In Chickpet constituency – within Ward 119 limits, cleanliness work was carried out on N.R. Road, Motinagar, and surrounding areas. 3. In Shantinagar constituency – within Ward 111 limits, cleanliness work was carried out on Mothe...
From Paddock to Penthouse Suite: World of Hyatt Brings Audi Revolut F1 Team Spirit to Luxury Hospitality

From Paddock to Penthouse Suite: World of Hyatt Brings Audi Revolut F1 Team Spirit to Luxury Hospitality

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As the team's official hospitality partner, World of Hyatt blends the innovation of Audi Revolut F1 Team with elevated hospitality to create unforgettable travel, cultural, and immersive experiences for members. “World of Hyatt and the Audi Revolut F1 Team coming together allows us to take the excitement of the motorsport beyond the circuit and into unforgettable travel experiences for our members,” said Mark Hoplamazian, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hyatt. “With an unmatched global portfolio of hotels and resorts in many of the world’s most iconic Grand Prix destinations, we’re uniquely positioned to connect guests and members to the energy, creativity, and culture that surround races. We’re excited to bring this to life through curated experiences and special offerings that re...