Fenesta Strengthens Karnataka Presence With 11th Showroom In Bengaluru, 23rd In The State

Fenesta, India’s No. 1 windows & doors brand, has further strengthened its presence in South India with the launch of a new showroom in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Operated by Bespoke Interior Solutions, the showroom is located at No. 73/2A, 2nd Floor, Hulimavu Gate, Bannerghatta Road, next to Chaitanya School, Bengaluru, enhancing Fenesta’s accessibility to customers in the region and reinforcing its commitment to delivering world-class fenestration solutions across growing residential and commercial markets.

The newly launched showroom offers customers an immersive experience of Fenesta’s extensive product portfolio, including uPVC and Aluminium Windows and Doors, Solid Panel Doors, and Facades. Designed to cater to evolving architectural preferences and modern lifestyle requirements, the showroom serves as a one-stop destination for homeowners, architects, interior designers, builders, and contractors seeking high-performance, durable, and aesthetically refined fenestration solutions.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Saket Jain, Business Head, Fenesta, said: "Bengaluru continues to be one of India's most dynamic real estate and infrastructure markets, with growing demand for premium, design-led building solutions. The launch of our new showroom in partnership with Bespoke Interior Solutions reflects our commitment to expanding our footprint in key growth markets and bringing innovative fenestration solutions closer to customers. This showroom will enable customers to experience our diverse product range firsthand and make informed choices for their homes and projects."

With this launch, Fenesta continues to strengthen its footprint in Karnataka and South India, bringing its promise of innovation, superior quality, and customer-centric service closer to customers. The Bengaluru showroom reflects Fenesta's focus on design excellence, advanced engineering, and long-term product performance.

Fenesta today has a strong network of over 400 dealers across India and an expanding international presence in Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Ghana, and Kenya. With a continued focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, Fenesta remains committed to redefining the fenestration experience across markets. The launch of the new Bengaluru showroom marks another milestone in Fenesta's journey to transform how India experiences windows and doors.

About Fenesta:

Fenesta is India’s largest windows and doors brand and a part of the Rs. 14,264 Crores conglomerate DCM Shriram Ltd. Its installations across more than 5,00,000 homes have already crossed the magical 5 million mark. Empowered with the knowledge of India's extreme conditions, Fenesta has designed uPVC windows and doors that are able to withstand India's extreme climate also. Fenesta took another technological leap when it introduced its ultra-luxury Aluminium windows and doors, solid panel doors, and Facades. Headquartered in Gurgaon, Fenesta has a network of more than 400 dealers and nine signature studios enabling it to service 900 cities. With a dynamic direct sales force, Fenesta has successfully expanded its reach internationally, penetrating markets in the Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Ghana and now Kenya. Fenesta offers a complete customized end-to-end solution: survey, design, manufacture, delivery, installation and service to all its customers. The entire process is synchronized with the pace of each project. As a leader in the category, Fenesta takes pride in its ability to serve individual homes and large developers with equal ease.  

Onam Utsavam At Bhartiya Mall Of Bengaluru: A Weekend Of Kerala’s Culture, Traditions & Celebrations

This Onam, Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru will bring the vibrant traditions and festive spirit of Kerala to the city with the third edition of Onam Utsavam, a two-day celebration on 22nd and 23rd August. The festivities will bring together traditional art forms, music, dance, immersive experiences and community-led activities for visitors of all ages.

The celebrations on 22 August will feature an exciting line-up of Kerala’s traditional performances, including Chendamelam, Mega Thiruvathira, Theyyam and Pulikali. Visitors can also experience VR Vallamkali, a contemporary take on Kerala’s iconic snake boat races, offering an immersive glimpse into one of the state’s most celebrated traditions. A Community Pookkalam will invite visitors to come together and create one of the most recognisable symbols of Onam.

On 23 August, the festivities will shift into a day of contests and family-friendly activities, including a Payasam Making Competition, Pookkalam Challenge, Vadamvali Challenge and Sack Race, alongside several other activities designed to encourage participation and bring families and communities together.

With its blend of Kerala’s cultural heritage and contemporary experiences, Onam Utsavam at Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru promises a vibrant weekend celebration that brings the colours, flavours and traditions of Kerala to Bengaluru.

Event Details

What: Onam Utsavam

Where: The Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru

Time: 1PM

Date: 22nd & 23rd August 2026

Registration: https://in.bookmyshow.com/activities/onam-utsavam-pookalam-competition/ET00510961

Sindhi Culture Foundation Launches Come Home to Sindh, Marks the Occasion with a Talk by Amardeep Singh in Bengaluru

Sindhi Culture Foundation (SCF) launched Come Home to Sindh, a coffee table book celebrating the history, memory and cultural legacy of the Sindhi community, in Bengaluru. The launch was marked by “From Indus to Exile: An Exploration of Sindhi Nanak Panthis”, a talk by researcher, author and documentary filmmaker Amardeep Singh, held in association with the Bangalore International Centre.

Inspired by The Lost Homeland of Sindh, SCF’s permanent gallery at the Partition Museum in Delhi, the book brings together photographs and essays that evoke the spirit of displaced yet deeply rooted people.

The book was unveiled by Mr.Jitu Virwani, Chairman, Embassy Group. The Embassy Group has supported the creation of The Lost Homeland of Sindh, SCF's permanent gallery at the Partition Museum, Delhi.

Founded to research, preserve and share Sindhi culture, SCF has driven a range of cultural, educational and archival initiatives to keep the heritage of Sindh alive. Aruna Madnani, Founder and Managing Trustee, has been instrumental in shaping the Foundation’s vision and bringing its projects to fruition.

At the heart of SCF’s work is The Lost Homeland of Sindh, a permanent gallery within the Partition Museum at the Dara Shukoh Library in New Delhi. The gallery traces the displacement of Sindhis from their homeland through fragments of havelis, historical artefacts and oral histories — the story of people who rebuilt their lives while carrying forward their ancestral legacy.

SCF’s outreach extends further through Doorway to Sindh, an online lecture and video series exploring Sindhi history, art, language and culture; and Sindh Partition Stories, an oral history archive of recorded Sindhi voices. The Foundation has also presented art and cultural programmes across India , Sindhi folk and Sufi music, handicrafts, embroidery and conversations with authors and scholars encouraging wider use of the Sindhi language among younger generations.

Commenting on the launch, Aruna Madnani said:, “Sindh is more than a place on a map, it is a living memory carried in our stories, songs, crafts and the warmth of our homes. With this book, we invite readers to walk through the streets of a homeland many have never seen, yet deeply feel. Come Home to Sindh is our way of saying, your roots are here, your history matters and your culture continues to thrive.” With Come Home to Sindh, Sindhi Culture Foundation extends its mission beyond the museum space, offering readers an intimate and enduring window into the soul of Sindh and the journeys of its people.

The Launch Talk: From Indus to Exile

As part of the launch programme, Amardeep Singh explored the distinctive spiritual and cultural traditions of Sindhi Nanak Panthis, whose reverence for Guru Nanak developed within the pluralistic landscape of the Indus region. Drawing on field research and visual documentation, he traced how this fluid, inclusive tradition evolved through religious reform movements, colonial classifications, Partition and displacement — and what its continued evolution reveals about belonging, memory and cultural continuity.

Amardeep Singh is a Singapore-based researcher, writer, photographer and documentary filmmaker who documents endangered cultural histories. He is the author of the two-volume Lost Heritage: The Sikh Legacy in Pakistan and creator of the docuseries ALLEGORY: A Tapestry of Guru Nanak’s Travels. He currently leads Oneness in Diversity, a multilingual audio-visual archive exploring the musicology and philosophy of Guru Nanak and fifteen Indic saints.

The programme was attended by members of the community, cultural enthusiasts and audiences interested in the history and heritage of Sindh. The session included the talk, a discussion and audience Q&A, following an informal “Taste of Sindh” gathering.

About Sindhi Culture Foundation

Sindhi Culture Foundation is dedicated to researching, preserving and sharing Sindhi culture. Through museum collaborations, educational content, oral history archives and cultural programming, the Foundation works to keep the heritage, memory and identity of Sindh alive for future generations.

Olive Hospitality Launches A New Hotel In JP Nagar, Bengaluru

* The all-new hotel strengthens Olive's footprint across South Bengaluru's growing business corridor

Olive Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Embassy Group, today announced the opening of Olive Hotel JP Nagar, a 33-key hotel strategically located in one of South Bengaluru's fastest-growing commercial and residential hubs. The hotel is now fully operational and welcoming guests.

Located opposite the JP Nagar Metro Station and near the Bannerghatta Road business corridor, the hotel underscores Olive's continued focus on expanding its presence across high-demand micro-markets while addressing the city's growing need for professionally managed business and long-stay accommodation options.

Positioned near key commercial hubs, leading healthcare and educational institutions, and major business districts, Olive Hotel JP Nagar is already catering to corporate travellers, consultants, project teams, young professionals, and extended-stay guests seeking convenient, high-quality accommodation.

With seamless access to the Namma Metro network, the hotel embodies Olive's core brand philosophy of strategic locations, workplace proximity, thoughtfully designed spaces, and guest-centric amenities. Now operational, Olive Hotel JP Nagar offers guests a convenient, comfortable, and technology-enabled stay experience in one of Bengaluru's most well-connected neighbourhoods.

Speaking on the announcement, Kahraman Yigit, Co-founder and CEO, Olive Hospitality, said, "Bengaluru has been home to Olive Hospitality since our inception, and it continues to play a pivotal role in our growth journey. As the city evolves, business activity is expanding well beyond traditional commercial districts, creating demand for high-quality accommodation across emerging corridors. The opening of Olive Hotel JP Nagar allows us to serve corporate travellers with the convenience, connectivity, and consistency that define the Olive experience."

The opening follows Olive Hospitaltity’s recent launch of four new hotels across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Visakhapatnam and Gurugram, taking the company’s operational portfolio to 67 hotels. Today, Olive Hospitality has 142 signed properties comprising 5,516 keys across 24 cities, including 67 operational properties with 2,599 operational keys, resonating its continued execution of its multi brand asset light growth strategy.  

Turkish Airlines Carried 9.5 Million Passengers In July 2026

Turkish Airlines announced passenger and cargo traffic results for July. During the month, number of passengers reached 9.5 million and total load factor realized as 86.5%.

According to July 2026 Traffic Results;

The number of carried passengers recorded as 9.5 million. International load factor was 86.2% while domestic load factor was 89.1%.

Available seat kilometers (ASK), increased by 2.7% to 25.7 billion during the period of July 2026 from 25 billion for the same period of 2025.

Cargo/Mail carried during the period of July 2026 increased by 4.9% from July 2025, totaling 203.1 thousand tons.

According to the January-July 2026 Traffic Results;

The total number of passengers increased by 5.4% to 54 million compared to the same period of 2025.

Total load factor was recorded as 84.2%. International load factor was 84% while domestic load factor was 85.7%.

Available seat kilometers (ASK) increased by 4.7% to 161.2 billion from 154 billion for the same period of 2025.

Cargo/Mail carried during this period increased by 12% to 1,4 million tons from 1,2 million tons in the same period of 2025.

By the end of July 2026, the number of aircraft in the fleet was 563.

Traffic results are consolidated and include Turkish Airlines main brand and AJet data.

About Turkish Airlines:

Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 564 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 358 worldwide destinations as 305 international and 53 domestics in 133 countries. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on its official website www.turkishairlines.com or its social media accounts on Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram. 

When The Spice Kicks In, Sprite Steps Up: Sreeleela featured In Sprite's New Campaign 'Spicy Laga. Sprite Utha’

 

When The Spice Kicks In, Sprite Steps Up: Sreeleela featured In Sprite's New Campaign 'Spicy Laga. Sprite Utha’

Kalamandir Opens Its 8th Showroom In Bangalore At Banshankari (Kathreguppe Signal)

* Bringing Complete Family Fashion Under One Roof.

Strengthening its footprint in Karnataka, Kalamandir, one of the state's most trusted family fashion destinations, has inaugurated its brand-new showroom at Banshankari (Kathreguppa Signal), Bangalore. The grand launch was graced by popular actress Rachita Ram, marking another significant milestone in the brand's expansion journey.

The new showroom is Kalamandir's 8th outlet in Bangalore, reaffirming the brand's commitment to making quality fashion more accessible to families across the city. Building on the overwhelming response received at its existing showrooms, the latest addition offers customers a modern and convenient shopping destination with an extensive range of fashion for every age group and occasion.

Spread across multiple spacious floors, the showroom has been thoughtfully designed to deliver a seamless shopping experience. Customers can explore a comprehensive collection of ethnic wear, formal wear, casual wear, festive attire, party wear and contemporary fashion for men, women and children. The store combines an elegant shopping ambience with a wide assortment of high-quality apparel at affordable prices, making it a one-stop destination for the entire family.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Prasad Chalavadi, Founder & Managing Director, SSKL, said: "Kalamandir has always been built on the belief that every family deserves access to quality fashion that is stylish, affordable and contemporary. The opening of our 8th showroom in Bangalore is a proud milestone and reflects the love and trust our customers have placed in us over the years. We remain committed to bringing the latest collections, exceptional value and an enjoyable shopping experience closer to every household."

Mr. Durgarao Chalavadi, Director, SSKL, added: "Bangalore has been an important market for Kalamandir, and the response from customers has inspired us to expand further in the city. This new showroom at Banshankari has been designed to offer a complete family shopping experience with a wider selection, comfortable ambience and dedicated service. We look forward to welcoming more families and continuing to be their preferred fashion destination for every occasion."

With the launch of its 8th showroom in Bangalore, Kalamandir continues its expansion journey, reinforcing its position as one of Karnataka's preferred family fashion retailers by delivering the perfect blend of quality, variety, affordability and customer satisfaction.