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Mumbai hotel's unusual trick to stop guests from stealing slippers goes viral
A Mumbai hotel has adopted a unique method to deter slipper theft and the tactic has received widespread recognition online.
Updated on Mar 02, 2025 01:50 PM IST
CITCO to renovate 2 flagship hotels to drive up revenue in Chandigarh
The renovation work will be carried out in phases, with ₹2.5 crore earmarked for Hotel Shivalikview and ₹3 crore for Hotel Mountview
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:48 AM IST
Hillary Victor, Chandigarh
CCTV monitoring might be a reality for bars, pubs in Mumbai; Restaurateurs react
Mumbai's bars and pubs to install Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning CCTV cameras. It will be monitored by the Commissioner of State Excise
Published on Nov 30, 2024 01:16 PM IST
Abigail banerji
Inside Glion: Innovative hospitality courses & opportunities for Indian students
Glion's emphasis on traditional hospitality, luxury management, and entrepreneurship uniquely prepares students for leadership roles in global hospitality.
Published on Oct 22, 2024 06:54 PM IST
The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: India’s top restaurants are losing the personal touch
The recent industry expansion has led to staff shortages and a lack of proper training, resulting in poorer guest experiences and declining service standards.
Published on Oct 22, 2024 10:50 AM IST
Rude Hotels by Vir Sanghvi: New achievement unlocked
Michelin’s hotel guide has the hospitality industry all keyed up. Small players hold their own against the big chains. Guests finally have fair, clear ratings
Updated on Oct 11, 2024 04:08 PM IST
How two hotel deals in Bengaluru made for ₹4,850 mln sales in one day: Report
Two significant hotel deals in Bengaluru totalled ₹4,850 million in sales on a single day.
Published on Oct 05, 2024 02:15 PM IST
Exploring the benefits of integrating AI into hospitality management courses
As the industry evolves, the question arises: are our future hospitality leaders prepared to navigate this AI-driven landscape?
Published on Sep 24, 2024 07:22 PM IST
The Oberoi Group launches scholarship program on its 90th anniversary
The Oberoi Group Scholarship Program is an initiative designed to honour the legacy of its founders and nurture the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Published on Aug 21, 2024 11:05 AM IST
Madrid travel boom: Luxury hotels and culinary delights draw global tourists
High-end hotels and Michelin stars: Home of the Real Madrid stadium, Madrid’s tourism boom continues courtesy Taylor Swift and Formula 1 events; overtakes Paris
Published on Jun 23, 2024 05:54 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
HR asks Indian woman for height, weight, full-length photo and bank statements
A marketing professional has slammed HR practices in India after she was asked to disclose personal details like her height, weight and bank statements
Published on Jun 14, 2024 04:36 PM IST
Sanya Jain
Pune’s hospitality industry protests suspension of licenses after May 19 accident
As many employees of the hospitality industry are now at the risk of becoming jobless, the overall sentiment at the march was that of unfairness on the part of the Pune Excise Department, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and Pune Police
Updated on May 25, 2024 08:10 AM IST
Bansri Shah
IPL: Dharamshala tourism industry brace for boost amid election slowdown
Due to the election season, the hotel occupancy remained around 30 to 40% in April, which is much lower than the usual occupancy witnessed during the month
India vs England test a breather for Dharamshala’s struggling tourism industry
The hotel occupancy is likely to shoot up with an increase in tourists expected during the match days from March 7 to 11
Ram Temple: Shrine brings shine to hotel industry in Ayodhya
The hospitality industry in Ayodhya is set to benefit from religious tourism, with major hotel chains such as IHCL, Marriott, and Sarovar planning projects in the temple town. The existing hotels are struggling to meet the demand, and there are plans for around 550 "Home Stay" centers for visitors to experience local culture and cuisine. The transformation of Ayodhya gained momentum after the bhoomi pujan ceremony for the Ram Mandir in August 2020.
Updated on Jan 12, 2024 09:20 AM IST
Pawan Dixit, Ayodhya
City’s hotel scene sizzles as wedding bells ring loud
The hospitality industry in Lucknow, India, is experiencing a strong comeback as hotels are running at full occupancy due to a surge in weddings and events. The city has seen a series of big events this year, including IPL matches and the Cricket World Cup, and about 50,000 weddings are planned in the near future. The industry is benefiting not only from increased hotel bookings but also from the demand for services such as brass bands and caterers. The ongoing wedding season and a series of events until February are expected to generate significant revenue for the sector.
Updated on Nov 30, 2023 07:48 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
EHL Hospitality Business School launches 4-week Hotel General Manager program
According to a press release by EHL Group, the program is spread over 4 non-consecutive weeks, with courses held both online and on the EHL campus in Lausanne.
Published on Nov 29, 2023 11:27 AM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
Interior decor to cuisine: 5 tips to make your restaurant stand out
Experts share essential tips from interior decor to cuisine, to ensure that your restaurant becomes a destination where guests keep coming back for more
Updated on Nov 22, 2023 07:26 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
An ode to the ‘Doyen of Indian Hospitality’
Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, Chairman Emeritus of the Oberoi Group passed away on November 14 morning, leaving a legacy that will inspire people for years to come.
Updated on Nov 21, 2023 12:35 PM IST
PRS Oberoi has checked out, ‘Biki’s’ luxury legacy remains
Prithvi Raj Singh aka Biki Oberoi, founder of Oberoi Hotels, passed away at the age of 94. Oberoi transformed the Indian hospitality industry and built some of the world's finest hotels, setting new standards for luxury and creating a great luxury-hotel brand. His legacy includes the Oberoi Vilas hotels, which are considered a breakthrough for Indian hospitality. Oberoi's commitment to quality and his dedication to creating hotels he was proud of have left a lasting impact on the industry.
Updated on Nov 14, 2023 05:51 PM IST
No Vacancy! Lucknow hotels fully booked ahead of India-England showdown
Room rates in various city hotels have skyrocketed, and industry officials assert that seizing this profitable opportunity is entirely justified.
Published on Oct 08, 2023 10:44 PM IST
Himachal CM urges hoteliers to invest in hospitality industry
The CM said Himachal will emerge as the most sought-after all-season tourism destination in coming years; he said the state government is encouraging investment in five and seven-star hotels, health and wellness centres, old age homes etc
Updated on Aug 03, 2023 12:10 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Delhi HC fines restaurant bodies over replies on service charge
Delhi high court fines two restaurant associations ?1 lakh each for failing to comply with order related to service charge guidelines.
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 11:39 PM IST
Decor tips for hotels: 5 renovation ideas to elevate guest experience
Interior decor and design expert lists 5 transformative renovation trends to elevate guest experience, maintain competitiveness in evolving hospitality industry
Published on Apr 18, 2023 04:56 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
On row over service charge at restaurants, Delhi high court has a suggestion
Justice Pratibha Singh asked restaurant owners to discuss the issue among themselves and see if an alternative terminology such as staff welfare charge or fund could be used to describe the current ‘service charge’
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 05:35 PM IST
Himachal sees heavy tourist rush, 20,000 vehicles enter Shimla in 2 days
With tourist influx comes the issue of occupancy; hotels and homestays situated in the key destination of Shimla reported almost full occupancy
Updated on Apr 08, 2023 11:49 PM IST
Gaurav Bisht, Shimla
Want to study in Switzerland? Here's what you should know
During a recent interview with HT Digital, Christophe Clivaz, the Founder & Director of Swiss Learning, shared insights about the quality of education in Switzerland, why students should consider it as a destination for their studies, as well as details on the admission process and other important information.
Published on Mar 23, 2023 04:12 PM IST
Hospitality, tourism sectors witness spike in bookings ahead of Diwali weekend
While domestic destinations such as Goa, Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Kerala continue to be popular, short haul international vacations to Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia have also emerged as favourites among many travellers this Diwali
Published on Oct 20, 2022 04:57 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Cabinet clears ₹50,000-crore boost for hospitality sector
“The Cabinet has approved the proposal to raise the limit of Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme for travel, tourism and hospitality sector,” Union information and broadcasting minister Anurag Thakur said.
Published on Aug 18, 2022 04:29 AM IST
What are the Covid entry rules for travellers to European countries?
As Europe begins to open up, here's a brief recap of what travel restrictions apply within the EU.
Updated on Aug 11, 2021 10:52 AM IST
Deutsche Welle, Delhi
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