hospitality

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Discover Resorts Neral Pvt. Ltd. The company will open voco Karjat in Maharashtra. IHG has 53 open hotels operating across 7 brands in India, and aims to reach 110 hotels in the next 3-5 years.

The 100-key hotel is scheduled to open in 2029 and will be developed by entrepreneur Sachin Kumar, owner and operator of Kumar Beverages Industries, in partnership with Nardev Chaudhary.

Under the franchise agreement, the 85-room The Hari London and 210-room The Hari Hong Kong will join IHG’s Vignette Collection portfolio.

Delhi based Gola Sizzlers expands in Mumbai with a new flagship outlet in Bandra West, offering signature sizzlers and multi-cuisine fare.

Pan-Asian restaurant brand YouMee has opened its first Gujarat outlet at Phoenix Palladium Mall in Ahmedabad, marking its entry into the state.

SpiceKlub by Gupta Brands has opened its second Mumbai outlet in Babulnath, offering modern vegetarian Indian cuisine and progressive dining.

IHCL has opened Ginger Siwan, Chapra Road, a 30-key hotel marking Ginger’s entry into Siwan and expanding its presence in Bihar’s Tier II markets.

IHCL has signed a 151-key Gateway hotel in Raipur, taking its portfolio in the city to four hotels, including three under development.

The hospitality brand expands its footprint in North and West India with the launch of its first Rajasthan property near Lake Pichola.

The hospitality brand has added farm stays, boutique retreats, villas and a resort to strengthen its presence in one of India's leading wildlife tourism destinations.