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Hyatt Announces The Corry Oakes Strategic Partner Award at 2025 Americas Owners Conference

Hyatt Announces The Corry Oakes Strategic Partner Award at 2025 Americas Owners Conference

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Park Hospitality Holdings Receives Award Honoring Corry Oakes, OTO Development’s Co-Founder and CEO; Additional Owners, Operators and Developers Received Honors CHICAGO (March 10, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the renaming of its Strategic Partner award to The Corry Oakes Strategic Partner Award, honoring the legacy of OTO Development’s co-founder and CEO who passed away unexpectedly in 2022. This award, as well as additional honors including two new categories, Purpose & Care and Operational Excellence, were presented at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar during Hyatt’s 2025 Americas Owners Conference. The theme of the conference, Business is Personal, was reflected throughout the award presentations, which celebrated the deep relationships and personal commitments that driv...

Wonderchef Expands Southern Presence with 30th Exclusive Store, Plans to Double EBOs by 2026

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PHOTOS BY P K ANANTH KUMAR Bengaluru 11th March 2025 : Wonderchef, the premium kitchen appliance brand co-founded by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor and Ravi Saxena, reinforced its strategic focus on the southern market with the grand inauguration of its 30th Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) at Garuda Mall, Bengaluru. This expansion aligns with Wonderchef’s aggressive plans to double its EBO count in the coming financial year, with a strong emphasis on strengthening its footprint across southern India. Addressing media and customers at the event, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor highlighted the region’s rapidly growing demand for innovative kitchen solutions. “Southern India is a pivotal market for Wonderchef. With Bengaluru at its heart, we’ve witnessed remarkable traction for our smart kitchen appliances and heal...
INDIAWOOD 2025: 25 Years of Driving Innovation in Woodworking & Furniture Manufacturing

INDIAWOOD 2025: 25 Years of Driving Innovation in Woodworking & Furniture Manufacturing

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NEW DELHI, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking a quarter-century of industry advancements & growth, INDIAWOOD 2025, the leading trade fair for woodworking and furniture manufacturing, will take place from March 6-9, 2025, at India Expo Mart & Centre (IEML), Greater Noida, Delhi NCR. As part of NuernbergMesse global woodworking portfolio, this milestone edition reflects India's emergence as a manufacturing powerhouse and a key global player in the furniture and woodworking industry. INDIAWOOD's 25-Year Legacy: From Local Showcase to Global Influence Since its inception, INDIAWOOD has shaped the industry's growth, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, technology leaders, and professionals on a single platform. Over the past two and a half decades, it has played a pivo...
Hettich grows it’s ‘Made in India’ catalogue with new German-engineered products

Hettich grows it’s ‘Made in India’ catalogue with new German-engineered products

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KA 5332 A5 drawer runner and Onsys 3447i SlideOn hinge from Hettich are entry-level products manufactured in India. MUMBAI, India, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hettich, the renowned German lifestyle brand, has been at the forefront of innovation in India since the early 2000s. Over the years, the company has solidified its position as a market leader, backed by a strong manufacturing presence in the country. Today, with two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, Hettich continues to expand its 'Made in India' catalogue, bringing world-class quality to the Indian and global markets. In line with its 'Made in India. Made for the World' philosophy and the Government of India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, Hettich leverages cutting-edge German technology to manufacture high-qu...
Let Public and various government departments cooperate with BBMP for Road Development: Mrs. Shalini Rajneesh

Let Public and various government departments cooperate with BBMP for Road Development: Mrs. Shalini Rajneesh

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Bengaluru: Feb. 21: "The roads in Bengaluru can be developed and maintained in good condition if the BBMP, various government departments, and especially all the citizens of the city work together," Chief Secretary to Govt. Mrs. Shalini Rajneesh stated. Chief Secretary to Govt. Mrs. Shalini Rajneesh spoke at the "BBMP Engineers Capacity Building" workshop on the second day of "Namma Raste 2025" and congratulated for organising the event. She also stressed the importance of the "Namma Raste" event and stated that if the public cooperates with the Government, the roads can be maintained in good condition. As much as Bengaluru's people are pleased with the city's weather, they are also dissatisfied with its roadways. She stated that a comprehensive guide to the city's roads has been ...
Peps Industries brings new Sleep Solutions to Bengaluru

Peps Industries brings new Sleep Solutions to Bengaluru

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The brand is set to redefine comfort, support, and durability with the launch of four new product series Bengaluru, February 22, 2025: Peps Industries, India’s leading sleep solutions brand, has unveiled its latest range of luxurious mattresses, exclusively designed to bring world-class sleep experiences for consumers in the Bengaluru market. Developed with the commitment to innovation and affordability, Peps’ new range launches four new product series, Peps Comfort, Peps Supreme, and Peps Restonic Memory Foam, that are set to redefine comfort, support, and durability. With a surge in individuals prioritising sleep health and improving their well-being, the mattresses are tailored to fit the requirements of customers, offering optimal comfort and restful sleep. Speaking on the lau...
Godrej Properties Unveils India’s First 3D-Printed G+1 Villa at Godrej Eden Estate, Pune

Godrej Properties Unveils India’s First 3D-Printed G+1 Villa at Godrej Eden Estate, Pune

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Bangalore : Godrej Properties Ltd. (GPL), one of India’s leading real estate developers, has unveiled India’s first 3D-printed G+1 villa at Godrej Eden Estate, Maan Hinjewadi, Pune in association with Tvasta Engineering. Leveraging cutting-edge 3D printing technology, the company has achieved a significant milestone to set new benchmarks in design, efficiency, and sustainability and marks a transformative moment for the real estate industry. The villa, constructed using additive manufacturing techniques, demonstrates the potential of 3D printing in revolutionizing home construction. The project, which commenced in June 2024, was successfully completed in just four months, underscoring the speed and efficiency of 3D printing in construction. By employing computer-generated designs, the s...
Hyatt Announces Plans to Acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., Enhancing Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Platform

Hyatt Announces Plans to Acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., Enhancing Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Platform

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CHICAGO, IL (February 10, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA, Playa) for $13.50 per share, or approximately $2.6 billion, including approximately $900 million of debt, net of cash. Playa is a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica and Hyatt is currently the beneficial owner of 9.4% of Playa’s outstanding shares. “Hyatt has firmly established itself as a leader in the all-inclusive space, a journey that began in 2013 through an investment in Playa Hotels & Resorts that launched the Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara brands,” said Mark Hoplamazian, President and Chief Executive Officer, H...
Zinnov Launches Comprehensive Framework for “Integrating Art into Public Spaces”

Zinnov Launches Comprehensive Framework for “Integrating Art into Public Spaces”

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Zinnov, a global management consulting company, aims to transform urban landscapes by turning underutilized spaces into dynamic community hubs~ ~ The company – aims to bring together artists, curators, urban planners, corporates, and governments to enhance city spaces to become conversation and innovation spaces ~ BENGALURU, India, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zinnov, a global management consulting company, launched its ambitious Guidance Document on "Integrating Art into Public Spaces" at the Bangalore International Center (BIC). This comprehensive resource serves as the cornerstone of Zinnov's decade-long Public Spaces Initiative. It comes at a crucial time when cities worldwide are facing increasing population density and are addressing issues of community well-being, social cohesion,...
Architects Urge Government Action to Improve Urban Infrastructure at Latitude 2025 Event

Architects Urge Government Action to Improve Urban Infrastructure at Latitude 2025 Event

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Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025 17:01:05 Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (NewsVoir)      Architects and urban design professionals at the 2nd edition of Latitude 2025, hosted by the Indian Institute of Architects – Karnataka Chapter (IIA-KC), have called for immediate government intervention to address the growing urban infrastructure challenges across India. The two-day event, held on January 24-25, brought together leading architects, urban planners, and policymakers to discuss innovative solutions for the nation’s urban future. During his keynote address, Ar. Mohan B.R., Chairman of IIA-KC, urged policymakers to leverage the expertise of architects in shaping urban development and resolving infrastructure issues. He pointed out the significant disconnect between architectural education and prac...