News for 'luxury hotels'

Hormuz Blockade Is The New Battlefield

Hormuz Blockade Is The New Battlefield

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The clock on the ceasefire is running out. But everyone's already whispering about round two, possibly as soon as this weekend.

Lokpal to work from Delhi's 5-star luxury hotel

Lokpal to work from Delhi's 5-star luxury hotel

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

The Lokpal chairperson, all of its eight members and support staff are being allocated space in the hotel premises.

At Vijay-Rashmika's Wedding Venue

At Vijay-Rashmika's Wedding Venue

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, fondly known as 'Virosh', are getting married at Mementos by ITC in Udaipur, Rajasthan.

Agreement reached to sell luxury hotels: Sahara tells SC

Agreement reached to sell luxury hotels: Sahara tells SC

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

Roy, who has been in jail for over five months, said that he cannot reveal the name of the party and the bank, saying that their confidentiality has to be protected till the deal is signed.

Dhoni-Sakshi, Gavaskar-Marshneil Light Up Arjun Tendulkar-Saaniya Chandhok's Grand Wedding

Dhoni-Sakshi, Gavaskar-Marshneil Light Up Arjun Tendulkar-Saaniya Chandhok's Grand Wedding

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The wedding ceremony of Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandok on Thursday turned into one of the biggest celebrity gatherings in Mumbai, drawing a galaxy of stars from across the cricketing world and Bollywood.

Why Hotels Are Building Branded Residences

Why Hotels Are Building Branded Residences

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

'While the concept was introduced globally over four decades ago, branded residences have taken off now in India.'

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Rajesh Gola slipped and fell to her death, the long-planned pilgrimage to Pashupatinath temple in the Nepal capital gone horribly wrong for the couple from Ghaziabad.

NRI plans 5 luxury hotels in India

NRI plans 5 luxury hotels in India

Rediff.com28 May 2005

NRI hotel entrepreneur Sant Singh Chatwal, founder-president of the $750 million Manhattan-based Hampshire Hotels and Resorts, is all set to invest $100 million in India to develop five luxury 'boutique hotels' at prime locations.

Shiv Sena to house MLAs in Mumbai luxury hotel ahead of council polls

Shiv Sena to house MLAs in Mumbai luxury hotel ahead of council polls

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

The Shiv Sena has decided to move its MLAs to a luxury hotel at Powai in northeast Mumbai ahead of the Maharashtra Legislative Council polls, a party leader said on Friday, as the ruling coalition spearhead treads a cautious path after being outsmarted by the BJP in the last week's Rajya Sabha polls.

DLF buys into chain of luxury hotels

DLF buys into chain of luxury hotels

Rediff.com29 Nov 2007

DLF is paying $200m for a controlling stake in Amanresorts. The deal comes at a time when Indian automotive companies Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra are bidding for Ford's luxury Jaguar and Land Rover marques.

No room: Luxury hotels booked till March!

No room: Luxury hotels booked till March!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

Analysts say hotel room rates in India are among the highest in the Asia Pacific, rising by 20 per cent annually.

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

South Africa has established a strong advantage in the tournament by playing a majority of their matches at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, turning the stadium into a fortress.

19 Indians arrested in UAE for posting misleading content amid war

19 Indians arrested in UAE for posting misleading content amid war

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

According to a statement, the move follows rigorous monitoring of digital platforms to combat the spread of fabricated information and artificial content intended to incite public disorder and undermine general stability.

Infosys sets up luxury hotel

Infosys sets up luxury hotel

Rediff.com27 Jun 2005

Perennial traffic problems in Bangalore and high hotel tariff and occupancy rate here are prompting some city-headquartered software biggies to think in terms of owning a hotel on their own for clients and visitors.

Luxury hotels swap keys in India's economic slump

Luxury hotels swap keys in India's economic slump

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Slowing economic growth and an oversupply of new hotels conceived during the boom years of 2006 and 2007 have led to falling room and occupancy rates in India.

'Mumbai's mayor will be...': Raj, Uddhav unite for civic polls

'Mumbai's mayor will be...': Raj, Uddhav unite for civic polls

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS leader Raj Thackeray announced an alliance ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Rashid Naseem, wanted in India for an alleged investment fraud, has been arrested in Dubai following an Interpol Red Notice and extradition request.

India's New Travel High: Wellness

India's New Travel High: Wellness

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

While wellness-related facilities and activities used to be considered luxury offerings, hospitality industry executives note that it has now become a mainstream expectation among guests.

Hyatt Hotels launches new luxury venue in Mumbai to boost banquet revenue

Hyatt Hotels launches new luxury venue in Mumbai to boost banquet revenue

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Social gatherings and events held at hotels have seen an exponential rise since the pandemic and to cater to that segment, Hyatt Hotels has launched a luxury venue in Mumbai. Last week, Hyatt launched 'The Grand Showroom' which is a luxury venue customisable for events ranging from corporate parties, luxury weddings to high-profile occasions. This venue is an addition to its existing property in the city - Grand Hyatt Mumbai.

Why Farah Thought Riddhima's Home Was A 7-Star Hotel

Why Farah Thought Riddhima's Home Was A 7-Star Hotel

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni's Delhi home is Grand. Luxurious. Opulent. And Green.

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be answered, observes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the war in the Middle East.

India seeks more details from US on Tahawwur Rana interrogation

India seeks more details from US on Tahawwur Rana interrogation

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Indian authorities have requested additional information from the United States based on the interrogation of Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The request was made through the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT).

Flight Chaos Fuels Year-End Staycation Boom

Flight Chaos Fuels Year-End Staycation Boom

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'The entire travel ecosystem is reeling with the domino impact of flight cancellations.'

Gopichand Hinduja dies in London at 85

Gopichand Hinduja dies in London at 85

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Gopichand P Hinduja, chairman of globe-spanning Hinduja Group, died in London at the age of 85, sources close to his family said. Fondly known as 'GP' in business circles, Gopichand P. Hinduja was unwell for past few weeks and died in a London hospital, they said.

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

TVK chief Vijay was questioned by the CBI for six hours in connection with the Karur stampede case. The investigation is ongoing, with the CBI gathering evidence and analyzing statements to determine responsibility.

Bewitched By London's Thumkada

Bewitched By London's Thumkada

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Why London keeps calling... And a recipe.

Now, get a 'Pure Room' at a luxury hotel

Now, get a 'Pure Room' at a luxury hotel

Rediff.com5 May 2011

With luxury hospitality chains competing to offer intangibles like the best sleep in town and the purest air to breathe, a 'pure room' is one of the latest innovations to be marketed - as one enabling guests to sleep better and breathe fresher, by keeping allergens at bay!

7 Most Expensive Asian Travel Spots

7 Most Expensive Asian Travel Spots

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

According to www.budgetyourtrip, Asia is home to some of the world's priciest travel destinations.

HDFC pips TCS as India's most-valued brand

HDFC pips TCS as India's most-valued brand

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Financial services giant HDFC Bank, carrying a brand value of $44.9 billion, has surged past IT consulting behemoth Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to reclaim its crown as the country's most valued brand, according to the 2025 Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Indian Brands report.

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Their projects are known for Italian-inspired creative façades with intricate urban elegance.

9 Italian Dishes You Ought To Taste

9 Italian Dishes You Ought To Taste

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Italian cuisine is proof that great flavour doesn't need complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

Big luxury hotel chains eye North-East

Big luxury hotel chains eye North-East

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

More than six hotel chains are looking at either building properties or expanding their presence in these states. ITC's WelcomHeritage brand, for instance, is scouting for properties in Nagaland and Kaziranga, Assam. The hotel, however, is already there in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya.

Gunmen storm luxury hotel in Libya, 8 dead

Gunmen storm luxury hotel in Libya, 8 dead

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Gunmen have attacked a hotel killing three guards and injuring 12 other people.

Delhi court allows 26/11 accused Rana 3 phone calls

Delhi court allows 26/11 accused Rana 3 phone calls

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

A Delhi court has allowed Tahawwur Hussain Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, to have three phone calls with his brother to discuss engaging a private counsel. His judicial custody has been extended until September 8.

'Sultan of Brunei bids for Sahara's luxury hotels'

'Sultan of Brunei bids for Sahara's luxury hotels'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

The Sultan of Brunei has made a bid for New York's Plaza Hotel, Dream Hotel and London's Grosvenor House Hotel, the Wall Street Journal's website edition reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the situation.

How luxury hotels are surviving the downturn

How luxury hotels are surviving the downturn

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

They saving crores by making cuts that customers can barely notice.

Tahawwur Rana's judicial custody extended till Aug 13

Tahawwur Rana's judicial custody extended till Aug 13

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

A Delhi court extended the judicial custody of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, until August 13. The order was passed after Rana was produced via video conference. Rana is associated with David Coleman Headley. NIA has filed a supplementary chargesheet against Rana.

Luxury hotels see robust bookings

Luxury hotels see robust bookings

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

If you were planning to spend Christmas or New Year's Eve at exotic locations in Goa or Kerala but haven't done the required bookings for it yet, chances are that you can't go.

Top 6 ultra luxurious hotel suites in India

Top 6 ultra luxurious hotel suites in India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Check out what makes them special and who have stayed in them.

Splurge! India's top luxury hotels

Splurge! India's top luxury hotels

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

The maharajas may no longer occupy these gracious palaces, but guests who stay in them enjoy enough comforts and amenities to feel like royalty.