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Understanding The 12 Perils of Fire: A Must-Know for Property Owners

Understanding The 12 Perils of Fire: A Must-Know for Property Owners

Architecture, News
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 11:10:53 New Delhi [India], October 17: Fire can cause immense damage to homes, businesses and belongings. Understanding the risks associated with fire is important for protecting assets. A fire insurance policy provides financial security by covering damages caused by fire and related perils. Let’s break it down in simple terms. What are the 12 perils of fire? The fire insurance policy protects against several perils. Here’s a list of the 12 perils commonly covered: Fire This is the most basic peril covered. Fire incidents can cause devastating losses, leading to structural damage, loss of valuables and in severe cases, complete destruction of properties. It is crucial to have adequate property coverage to recover financially from such mishaps. Lightning...
Galeries Lafayette to open doors in India with Aditya Birla Group early next month

Galeries Lafayette to open doors in India with Aditya Birla Group early next month

Architecture
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 17:10:53 | Galeries Lafayette The debut flagship in Mumbai's Kala Ghoda district will bring global fashion, beauty, and experiential retail to India's luxury market MUMBAI, India, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Galeries Lafayette, one of the world's most celebrated department stores, is set to open its first Indian flagship at the historic Turner Morrison and Voltas House buildings in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai. The debut marks a defining moment in India's luxury journey, bringing together the French icon's 130-year legacy of fashion, art, and culture with Aditya Birla Group's deep understanding of the Indian market. This opening follows the exclusive partnership announced between Galeries Lafayette and Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) in 2022, ...
ASBL Hosts “Beyond Four Walls” – A Landmark Real Estate Event Empowering Brokers

ASBL Hosts “Beyond Four Walls” – A Landmark Real Estate Event Empowering Brokers

News
Hyderabad, Telangana, India ASBL, one of India’s most forward-looking real estate developers, hosted “Beyond Four Walls”, a first-of-its-kind industry event in Hyderabad dedicated to real estate brokers and their pivotal role in shaping the sector. Unlike traditional sales-driven gatherings, this initiative served as an open forum to bring brokers and developers together, fostering dialogue on collaboration, transparency, and the future of real estate. ASBL Beyond Four Walls A Platform for Industry Voices The event brought together key voices from across India for a panel discussion and debate. Representing developers, Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder & CEO of ASBL, became the voice of hundreds of builders, while the brokers’ perspective was represented by nationally r...
Signature Global Strengthens Connection with NRI Homebuyers in New York, USA; Highlights Iconic Projects to Global Investors

Signature Global Strengthens Connection with NRI Homebuyers in New York, USA; Highlights Iconic Projects to Global Investors

World
New Delhi,India-Oct 22, 2025 16:47 IST Signature Global (India) Ltd., one of India’s leading real estate developers, further expanded its international outreach with an exclusive showcase event held on October 18, 2025, at Hyatt Place, Garden City, New York, USA. The event, led by Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director of Signature Global Group, brought together a distinguished group of Non-Resident Indian (NRI) customers and investors, reflecting the brand’s commitment to creating modern, premium homes with global appeal. The showcase was part of the company’s ongoing NRI engagement initiative, aimed at strengthening relationships with international customers and understanding the aspirations of overseas homebuyers. Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director of Signature Global Group at the...
Smart, Secure, Stylish: Hafele’s New Digital Door Lock Range

Smart, Secure, Stylish: Hafele’s New Digital Door Lock Range

Architecture
Hafele Nova New Delhi [India], October 17: Hafele introduces its new range of Digital Door Locks, combining modern design with advanced security to create a seamless smart living experience. The collection features four unique models: Infinity, Horizon, Zenith, and Nova, each designed to meet varied user needs while enhancing the aesthetics of any space. These new digital locks range by Hafele offer keyless entry through PIN code, RFID card, fingerprint, or smartphone, these locks bring convenience and control to your fingertips. It has advanced features such as auto-locking, remote access, and detailed activity logs ensure complete safety and access management. The range also includes palm vein scanning and face recognition systems that accurately identify author...
Making Great Design Accessible: Interio by Godrej unveils experiential 22,000 sq. ft. Flagship store in Mumbai

Making Great Design Accessible: Interio by Godrej unveils experiential 22,000 sq. ft. Flagship store in Mumbai

Architecture, News
Curated looks, design collaborations, an archival gallery and a mangrove-inspired café, come together to create an immersive design experience Bangalore, October 22 2025: Amplifying its commitment to provide enhanced retail experiences and make great design accessible, Interio by Godrej, a leading furniture brand from the Godrej Enterprises Group, launched a landmark flagship store in Vikhroli, Mumbai. Spread across nearly 22,000 sq. ft., the Flagship store brings alive Interio’s refreshed brand identity and provides customers with a one-stop destination for modern Indian living, blending heritage, craftsmanship, and configurable design. The flagship showcases a new range of modular, configurable and personalised furniture with new categories of gaming, outdoor, and children’s furnit...
Waldorf Astoria New York Unveils Guerlain Wellness Spa, a New Era of Bespoke Wellness

Waldorf Astoria New York Unveils Guerlain Wellness Spa, a New Era of Bespoke Wellness

Architecture, World
The world’s largest Guerlain spa offers an immersive and personalized wellness experience, bringing a new era of holistic well‑being to New York NEW YORK CITY – Waldorf Astoria New York, in partnership with the legendary Maison of Guerlain, today announced the official opening of Guerlain Wellness Spa, a cutting-edge spa and wellness destination open to guests, residents, locals and visitors. Managed by Trilogy Spa Holdings and spanning an impressive 22,000 square feet, the spa is Guerlain’s largest in the world, combining timeless luxury with innovative technology and a visionary approach to longevity. “With the debut of Guerlain Wellness Spa, we are proud to welcome the largest Guerlain spa in the world to Waldorf Astoria New York,” said Luigi Romaniello, managing director, Waldorf ...
Dalmia Bharat Limited-Delivering Profitable Growth

Dalmia Bharat Limited-Delivering Profitable Growth

News
Q2 FY26 Highlights Sales Volume stood at 6.9 MnT Quarterly EBITDA grew 60% to Rs 696 Cr EBITDA/T increased by 56% YoY to Rs 1,013/T Net Debt to EBITDA stood at 0.56x as on Sept 30, 2025 Commenced Trial Run production of 3.6 MnT clinker line at Umrangso, Assam Share of Renewable Power Consumption stood at 48.1% (Operational RE capacity including Group Captive - 387MW) Bengaluru, 17th October 2025 :  Dalmia Bharat Limited, (BSE: 542216, NSE: DALBHARAT), a leading cement manufacturing company, reported its consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025. Financial Highlights for the Quarter and Half year ended September 30, 2025 (Figures in Rs. Crores) Particulars Q2FY26 Q2FY25 YoY H1FY26 H1FY25 YoY...
Holcim to acquire Xella

Holcim to acquire Xella

Business & Finance
Zug | 20 October 2025- A European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around EUR 1 bn in a highly attractive market Complementary sustainable product offering to Holcim powered by leading premium brands Ytong, Silka, Hebel and Multipor Strategic value-accretive acquisition to deliver run-rate EBITDA synergies of EUR 60 million in year three, EPS accretive in year one A milestone in Holcim’s NextGen Growth 2030 strategy shaping the future of sustainable construction Holcim has signed a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around EUR 1 billion. Xella is home to premium sustainable brands such as Ytong, Silka, Hebel and Multipor and...
Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 -from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026.

Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 -from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026.

Home Improvement, LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
https://youtu.be/GZjVsZu69Jg Bengaluru, October 16, 2025: Mantri Square Mall, one of Bengaluru’s most iconic shopping destinations, kicked off its annual signature event — Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 — with even more excitement and grandeur than the previous year. This year’s festive edition, themed “101 Days of Glamour – Gifting Galore,” was inaugurated by Bollywood diva Daisy Shah, amidst much cheer and celebration at the mall’s atrium. Following the tremendous success of its debut edition, Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 promises to be even bigger and more rewarding, starting from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026. Shoppers can indulge in exclusive festive offers, exciting deals, and stand a chance to win a host of attractive prizes. Customers who shop for ₹9,999 or more can pa...