Hyatt Announces Plans For Hyatt Place Bhuj, Expanding The Hyatt Place Brand In Gujarat

Hyatt Place Bhuj to bring modern hospitality to Gujarat's architectural wonders in Bhuj, a city emerging as a growing corporate and cultural hub

 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the signing of an agreement for Hyatt Place Bhuj, which will mark the brand’s debut in the historic city of Bhuj, Gujarat in India. In development by Primitive Property LLP, this new project will be set on an approximately 7,500-square-meter site and is expected to open in 2029.

 

Strategically designed to help multitasking guests easily accomplish what they need while on the road, Hyatt Place Bhuj will feature 125 thoughtfully designed guestrooms that will blend style, innovation, and comfort. Guests will enjoy a range of facilities including an all-day restaurant with freshly prepared food, a lobby lounge, conference spaces, breakout meeting rooms, and outdoor dining options, along with flexible event facilities and pre-function areas.

 

“We are thrilled to announce plans for the Hyatt Place brand to enter Bhuj, the gateway to Kutch district, which is fast establishing itself as a dynamic destination, celebrated for its cultural richness while gaining prominence as a corporate hub,” said Dhruva Rathore, Vice President, Development for India & Southwest Asia, Hyatt. “The hotel has been thoughtfully designed to create a seamless experience for today’s travelers, with spacious accommodations, flexible social spaces, and distinct zones for work and rest. We are confident that this new hotel will become a go-to destination that will exceed guest expectations and provide them with everything they need while visiting the area.”

 

"Our vision for Hyatt Place Bhuj has always been to create a modern, international hotel that elevates the guest experience,” said Ankit Anupgiri Goswami & Kruti Ankit Goswami, Partners, Primitive Property LLP. “By collaborating with Hyatt, we are bringing a globally trusted brand to a growing commercial and cultural hub. We are confident this hotel will become the preferred choice for both business and leisure travelers in the region."

 

Hyatt Place Bhuj will reflect the brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings, creating a seamless transition from work to relaxation.

 

This signing underscores Hyatt’s continued commitment to expanding its Hyatt Place portfolio across key Indian markets, aligning with the brand’s focus on bringing purposeful, guest-centric hospitality to high-growth destinations.

 

The term “Hyatt” is used for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.

 

About Hyatt Place

Hyatt Place hotels combine style, innovation and 24/7 conveniences to create an easy to navigate experience for today’s multi-tasking traveler. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully designed guestrooms featuring distinct zones for sleep, work and play, and free flowing social spaces that offer seamless transitions from work to relaxation. With more than 440 locations globally, Hyatt Place hotels offer freshly prepared food around the clock, efficient service and differentiated experiences for World of Hyatt members. For more information, please visit hyattplace.com. Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram, and tag photos with #HyattPlace.

 

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of June 30, 2025, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 80 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Unscripted by Hyatt, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

British Council’s Inaugural ‘Creative Convergence: Growth Reimagined’ Kicks Off In Bengaluru

*Charts New Course For India-UK Creative Collaboration

The two-day event brings together creative leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs from both nations to explore how innovation, inclusion and collaboration can shape the future of the creative economy.

British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, inaugurated the first edition of Creative Convergence: Growth Reimagined today at the Bangalore International Centre, Bengaluru. The event celebrates the strength and creativity of India–UK partnerships through thought-provoking discussions, artistic showcases, and collaborative sessions designed to reimagine the future of the creative economy.

Creative Convergence builds upon British Council's efforts towards cultivating international creative networks and advances the objectives of the India-UK Programme of Cultural Cooperation (2025-2030) signed in May 2025 by the UK’s Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, and India’s Union Minister for Culture and Tourism. The initiative seeks to deepen cultural ties between India and the UK while demonstrating the power of creativity to catalyse economic growth and social change

On the event drew over 200 participants, with Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka and Kerala in attendance, alongside Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council; Janaka Pushpanathan, Director South India, British Council; and Hema Singh Rance, Director Arts India, British Council. The gathering marked a significant milestone in advancing the shared vision of the India-UK Programme of Cultural Cooperation (2025–2030). The recent UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to India further reinforced the UK–India Strategic Partnership – Vision 2035 – that identifies the creative economy as a core area of collaboration.

Following the plenary address by Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka and Kerala, the opening session ‘From Local Stories to Global Stages: Scaling India’s Creative Talent and Industries for Worldwide Impact’ kicked off – setting the tone for the two-day exchange. With Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council moderating the session, and Gayle McPherson, Director, Centre for Culture, Sport and Events, University of the West of Scotland and Jahnavi Phalkey, Founding Director, Science Gallery Bengaluru, as speakers, together explored how India’s creative talent, supported by cross-cultural partnerships, can drive global recognition, innovation, and inclusive growth across industries.

During the session, Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council noted, “The British Council has been working in the creative sector for many decades, but in the last few years we have really seen a huge boost to the work that we are doing, enabled by some of the bilateral and international frameworks, and also partly by India’s focus on the creative and cultural industries as part of the G20. This demonstrates India’s recognition of the sector as a driver of livelihoods, innovation, and international understanding. I believe the sector helps shape a more contemporary understanding of India and what it has to offer, while driving international storytelling and collaboration.”

The Innovation Space was inaugurated next, along with the two-day Arts Bazaar being opened to attendees. Curated by Rashmi Dhanwani, Founder-Director, Art X Company & Festivals from India, the Arts Bazaar spotlights innovative Indian creative enterprises, celebrating sustainability, design, and entrepreneurship.

PHOTO CAPTION: L-R: Hema Singh Rance, Director Arts India, British Council; Janaka Pushpanathan, Director South India, British Council; Jahnavi Phalkey, Founding Director, Science Gallery Bengaluru; Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka and Kerala; Gayle McPherson, Director, Centre for Culture, Sport and Events, University of the West of Scotland; Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council.

Hitachi Vantara Unveils Hitachi iQ Studio To Simplify And Accelerate Agentic AI Development

New AI software builds on NVIDIA AI Data Platform reference design to enable organizations to design, deploy and govern AI agents with no-code tools, built-in blueprints and sovereign data control to shorten time to value and drive responsible, enterprise-scale innovation

Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (TSE: 6501), today announced Hitachi iQ Studio, the latest addition to the Hitachi iQ portfolio of AI solutions. Hitachi iQ Studio is designed to help enterprises build, deploy and manage AI agents and applications at scale, acting as a turnkey integration hub with a no-code and low-code agent builder and a library of industrial AI solution templates that enable rapid prototyping and production across diverse data environments. This helps enterprises operationalize their AI solutions faster while maintaining full control over their data and models.

For more information about Hitachi iQ, visit:

https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/solutions/ai-analytics/hitachi-iq.

Although AI adoption is growing rapidly, many organizations still face barriers in moving from experimentation to scaled deployment. A recent industry report by Boston Consulting Group found that 74% of companies struggle to operationalize AI and achieve lasting business impact. Additionally, the study found that the majority of struggles stemmed from people and process-related issues, including a lack of AI talent on staff, while a separate study found that 62% of organizations believe a lack of data governance is the primary data challenge inhibiting AI initiatives. Hitachi iQ Studio was developed to close these gaps by giving enterprises a simpler way to design and deploy AI solutions that are secure, compliant and cost-effective.

Unlike fragmented point tools or cloud-only offerings, Hitachi iQ Studio provides a fully governed, on-premises and sovereign AI environment. This means that information can be easily kept within existing infrastructure, helping businesses, particularly those in regulated industries, work toward meeting strict compliance requirements while protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access. At its core, the solution builds on the NVIDIA AI Data Platform reference design to provide pre-integrated retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines to deliver AI-ready data to agentic AI workloads. Hitachi iQ Studio combines RAG pipelines with Model Context Protocol (MCP) to support fast data access, automation and pre-built templates, to make it easier for companies without in-house technical expertise to create and deploy AI solutions. It provides intelligent, context-aware responses and serves as the foundation for industry-specific solutions. In addition, Hitachi iQ Studio includes a built-in model management system that allows enterprises to deploy and serve large language and machine learning models locally within their own infrastructure.

“AI has evolved beyond experimentation, but many organizations still need the right foundation to scale it effectively,” said Jason Hardy, chief technology officer for AI at Hitachi Vantara. “With Hitachi iQ Studio, we are making AI more user-friendly and manageable by combining accessible tools with enterprise-grade performance and governance. The result is faster innovation, stronger oversight, and a path to scalable, responsible AI.”

By combining intuitive design capabilities with proven enterprise infrastructure, Hitachi iQ Studio allows both technical and business teams to create, manage and monitor AI agents that drive measurable outcomes, with features for evaluation, fine-tuning and lifecycle governance. For GenAI and predictive AI applications, Hitachi iQ Studio supports model and prompt management, data curation with feedback loops, scalable deployment and built-in governance and safety.

Hitachi iQ Studio:

• Delivers AI-ready data for agentic AI: Unlock the value of your unstructured data with secure RAG pipelines.

• Accelerates time to value: Shrink the time between idea and production to days with MCP Connectors, integrated components and ready-to-use algorithms that simplify access to enterprise data across environments.

• Democratizes AI: Empower nontechnical users to build and deploy AI agents through a visual interface that reduces reliance on limited data science resources.

• Enables industrial AI: Access built-in blueprints for predictive maintenance, operator-skill evaluation and fleet optimization tailored for industrial and enterprise environments.

“As organizations bring AI into production, the ability to keep data secure, scalable and close to compute is essential for AI agents and other reasoning applications,” said Jacob Liberman, director of enterprise product at NVIDIA. “By combining Hitachi Vantara’s enterprise data expertise with NVIDIA accelerated computing and software, Hitachi iQ Studio gives customers the performance, scalability and efficiency they need to build and deploy advanced AI systems at enterprise scale.”

NVIDIA Storage Certification

Hitachi iQ infrastructure, which includes Hitachi Content Software for File (HCSF), is now validated through the NVIDIA Enterprise Storage Certification program. This provides independent confirmation that Hitachi Vantara’s systems meet the stringent requirements of large-scale AI and high-performance computing environments and delivers the parallel file system that powers data-intensive AI workloads. This gives customers and partners confidence that their data and workloads can run efficiently, securely and at scale while reinforcing Hitachi Vantara’s leadership in trusted, high-performance infrastructure for AI factories.

HCSF also achieved NVIDIA Cloud Partner (NCP) certification for cloud-native, multi-tenant and service provider environments. To earn this distinction, Hitachi Vantara demonstrated end-to-end AI stack compatibility, seamless integration with NVIDIA platforms like NVIDIA AI Enterprise and the ability to deliver faster time-to-market using validated blueprints and comprehensive lifecycle support.

“The rapid growth and advancement in AI have left many enterprises struggling with scale, data governance and cost management – challenges that are compounded by a lack of in-house talent,” said Ashish Nadkarni, group vice president and general manager, worldwide infrastructure research at IDC. “Scaling AI depends as much on having the right data and infrastructure readiness as it does on models or compute. Solutions like Hitachi iQ Studio, which can provide built-in templates and enhanced data visibility, represent an important step toward creating unified AI environments that help organizations overcome data silos, strengthen governance and turn AI experimentation into measurable business outcomes.”

Hitachi Vantara will showcase Hitachi iQ Studio at Supercomputing 2025, taking place Nov. 16-21 in St. Louis, Missouri. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore Hitachi iQ Studio firsthand and learn how it simplifies and advances agentic AI development across industries.

For more information on Hitachi Vantara, visit: www.hitachivantara.com.

About Hitachi Vantara 

Hitachi Vantara is transforming the way data fuels innovation. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., Hitachi Vantara provides the data foundation the world’s leading innovators rely on. Through data storage, infrastructure systems, cloud management and digital expertise, the company helps customers build the foundation for sustainable business growth. To learn more, visit www.hitachivantara.com. 

About Hitachi, Ltd.

Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT(Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.

District By Zomato Launches Curated Culinary Experiences With Exclusive Access For Kotak Solitaire Credit Card Customers

Kotak Solitaire Credit Card unlocks privileged pre-sale access to District by Zomato’s rare, exclusive dining experiences

Initiative kickstarted with a Himalayan reinterpretation of Malaysian cuisine, masterfully crafted by Chefs Prateek Sadhu and Darren Teoh in the serene hills of Kasauli

 

District by Zomato, the going-out platform, in collaboration with Kotak Mahindra Bank, introduces a new chapter in luxury dining—crafted for India’s most discerning patrons and made exclusively accessible to Kotak Solitaire Credit Card customers. Curated by the country’s most celebrated culinary minds and hosted at coveted dining destinations, these rare, refined, and deeply personal experiences are designed to elevate the way privileged guests engage with food and culture.

 

From intimate chef’s tables with Michelin-starred legends to immersive evenings curated by global mixology icons, the Kotak Solitaire Credit Card offers privileged access to gastronomic moments that are extraordinary. The inaugural experiences “NAAR x Dewakan” as well as "The Bhog Table by Chef Auroni & Bengaluru Oota Company” received a spectacular response on the platform. Beyond early access to these curated events, Kotak Solitaire Credit card customers enjoy following privileges:

 

• 20% savings on dining via District (up to ₹5,000 per bill, twice a month)

• Priority table access at India’s most in-demand restaurants

• Zomato Gold membership for elevated dining privileges at Re 1

 

Launching the initiative, Jyoti Samajpati, Executive Vice President – Head of Affluent and Salaried Propositions, said, “At Kotak Solitaire, we believe true luxury lies in experiences that feel personal and effortless. For our clients, dining is not just a meal, but a celebration of taste, culture, and identity. This partnership with District is about crafting moments that are as rare as they are memorable.”

 

District by Zomato spokesperson said: “At District, we believe that dining is a celebration of flavors and a universal experience that brings people together. Through our collaboration with Kotak, we're not just creating unique events like the NAAR x Michelin series, we're building a movement to redefine India's fine dining culture and make these extraordinary culinary collaborations more accessible to our users."

 

These meticulously curated experiences, previously available only through personal connections or industry networks, are now accessible through the District app, representing a new era where exceptional dining is discovered through convenience. Diners will witness extraordinary menus rooted in native foraging, global artistry, and innovative technique. Each event creates a truly unrepeatable dining moment.

 

Kotak Solitaire is a pioneering banking proposition reserved for individuals and families with deep, multi-dimensional relationships with Kotak. It is invitation-only and offers* the following:

• Up to ₹8 crore pre-approved credit lines across loans and cards**

• Wealth Management Services

• Access to the invite-only Solitaire credit card which is designed to complement the lifestyle of affluent customers with benefits* like accelerated air miles, zero forex mark-up, unlimited lounge access, stay benefits at premium properties, access to exclusive events

• Forex Solutions

• Family-centric banking with shared privileges**

 

This initiative is a testament to Kotak’s commitment to delivering experiential banking—where financial solutions are seamlessly woven into a lifestyle of global sophistication and cultural richness.

 

Reserve Your Seat

To reserve a seat for these rare experiences, visit the District app.

 

About Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited

Established in 1985, Kotak Mahindra Group is one of India's leading diversified and integrated financial services conglomerates, providing a wide range of financial solutions across customer and geographic segments. The Group strives to deliver value for its key stakeholders – customers, company, colleagues, and the larger community – through an overarching focus on “Doing it Right by the Customer”. The Group offers products across banking and lending, capital markets, asset management, and protection, enabling it to serve its customers across every spectrum of their financial needs. As on 30th September 2025, the Group has a national footprint of 5,511 branches and reported a consolidated balance sheet size of ₹ 9.1 trillion.

 

About District by Zomato:

District is India’s playground for those who refuse the ordinary and is reshaping how people discover and experience their cities. It brings together handpicked experiences across dining, concerts, movies, events, sports, shopping - turning plans into memories. Whether you're chasing your next favorite meal, scoring tickets to sold-out shows, or uncovering hidden gems - District puts it all in one place.

Uncover Layers Of Discovery: Renaissance Hotels Celebrates Cultural Curiosity With Renaissance Day Of Discovery 2025

Through this year’s theme, Layers of Discovery, Renaissance Hotels across Asia Pacific excluding China connect guests to the heart of each destination’s neighborhood

Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands is set to celebrate its signature Renaissance Day of Discovery transforming hotels across Asia Pacific excluding China, into living showcases of the local spirit - where every moment sparks curiosity and connection. Over the weekend of November 14 to 16, Renaissance Hotels invites guests to peel back the layers of culture, flavor, and artistry that define each destination.

 

This annual celebration pays tribute to cultural curiosity and sensory storytelling by spotlighting hyper-local experiences that reveal the soul of each destination. True to the brand’s ethos of spontaneous discoveries and connecting guests to each destination, every experience is thoughtfully designed to surprise, inspire and connect them deeply to the place and its people. Experiences found across the hotels will celebrate craft, culture, cuisine and authentic stories told through the Navigators, Renaissance’s personalized concierge service. Through community collaborations and Navigator-led journeys, guests are invited to see, taste and feel their surroundings through the lens of locals who bring them to life.

 

This year’s theme, “Layers of Discovery”, uncovers the textures of culture and flavors of tradition that make each neighborhood pulse with character. Rooted in the brand’s belief that every destination holds untold stories, this year’s celebration will unfold as a series of curated moments, cultural encounters and creative workshops that capture the essence of place and the artistry of those who shape it.

“Renaissance Day of Discovery is about revealing what makes each destination truly unforgettable,” said John Toomey, Chief Commercial Officer, Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). “Renaissance goes beyond providing a place to rest, it elevates the guest experience into a journey of discovery. By immersing travelers in the sights, sounds, and stories that define each neighborhood from Bali to Hoi An, Phuket to Bengaluru and more, we hope guests form a real sense of belonging to somewhere new”.

 

Uncovering the Layers with Daytime Discoveries and Evening Collectives

Led by the hotels’ Navigators, Daytime Discoveries allows guests to experience the neighborhood through its makers and storytellers. Whether learning a traditional craft, participating in interactive workshops or exploring artistic expressions unique to the destination, each encounter offers a tangible connection to the culture and community that define the area.

 

As the sun sets, Evening Collectives reimagine the hotel’s spaces as vibrant hubs of local celebration. Coming alive with music, movement and flavor, guests can unwind over Renaissance Hotels’ signature Punch Bowl Rituals, discover local flavors with pop-up markets featuring local vendors, or enjoy live performances. Each element builds towards a shared moment of surprise and connection – a hallmark of the Renaissance experience.

 

Guests visiting Renaissance Hotels in India during the weekend of November 14 to 16 can look forward to a journey that uncovers deeper connections to each destination.

 

Renaissance Lucknow Hotel invites guests to celebrate the Renaissance Day of Discovery 2025, from 14th -16th November 2025, with the theme “Layers of Lucknow – Unearth the Unseen.” This year’s celebration unfolds as a multi-sensory journey through the city’s art, flavour, craft and culture — revealing the many layers that make Lucknow timeless yet ever-evolving. Guests can indulge in the Grand Discovery Brunch – Flavours of the Nawabs at L-14, where each counter unveils a hidden story of the city’s culinary heritage. At Zaffran, the Discover Local Art Trail showcases the works of regional artisans, while the Taste & Tell Chef’s Table offers an exclusive dining narrative of Lucknow through modern interpretations. The day begins with Discover Balance, a rejuvenating yoga session and continues with Hues of Heritage at Coffee & Cakes — featuring desserts and brews inspired by the city’s artistry and elegance. In the evening, “Stories in Motion” brings associates to the spotlight, sharing heartfelt tales of their personal discoveries of Lucknow. Together, these experiences redefine Renaissance Lucknow as a luxury lifestyle destination — one where every corner tells a story and every moment uncovers a new layer of the city’s soul.

As part of the Renaissance Discovery of Design (RDOD) marquee celebrations, Renaissance Ahmedabad Hotel presents ‘Layers of Ahmedabad’ on 14th November — a rooftop celebration of the city’s many textures, expressed through its food, craft, sound, skyline, and soul. The evening will bring together local artisans including saudagiri painters, weavers, and craftsmen with box charkhas, alongside musicians playing dhol and zanz, creating a multisensory showcase of Ahmedabad’s creative rhythm. Extending the narrative of discovery across the hotel, Discovery Cards will feature as part of event invites and accompany the Home Tea Trays at Mill & Co., paired with local delicacies such as handvo, khakhra, and chakri. During the day, a Gujarati Thali promotion titled ‘A Mosaic of Moods and Memories’ will offer guests a taste of regional heritage. To build anticipation, a ‘Trace Trail’—featuring subtle collaterals and visual cues—will guide guests from the lobby to the rooftop, creating a journey of discovery that culminates in the Layers of Ahmedabad experience.

 

Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel will unveil “The Bengaluru Canvas” for the 2025 Renaissance Day of Discovery, a celebration of the city’s vibrant spirit through fragrance, music, and cuisine. Guests will participate in an interactive and intimate candle-making workshop led by local artisan Kirti Kala, crafting regional scents that reflect Bengaluru’s creative rhythm. The evening will conclude with a Carnatic culinary experience at LUSH, featuring a specially curated menu by Executive Chef Ho Chi Ming and regional cocktails.

 

For more information about Renaissance Hotels or to make a reservation, please visit https://renaissance-hotels.marriott.com and follow Renaissance Hotels’ Facebook, Instagram, and X.

High resolution images can be downloaded here.

 

About Renaissance® Hotels

With over 170 hotels and resorts in more than 35 countries and territories around the world, Renaissance Hotels has a dynamic and inspiring global portfolio, where every trip is an opportunity for unscripted discoveries. Renaissance Hotels connects travelers to the spirit of the neighborhood through its theatrical design, entertaining evening bar rituals, and engaging Navigators, extending an open invitation to experience the unexpected both inside and out of the hotel. For more information, please visit www.renaissancehotels.com and stay connected  on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Renaissance Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

 

About Marriott Bonvoy®

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands and 10,000 global destinations, offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable locations around the world. The award-winning travel program and marketplace gives members access to transformative, eye-opening experiences around the corner and across the globe. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com. To download the Marriott app, go here. Travelers can also connect with Marriott Bonvoy on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. 

Iconic Denim Brand American Eagle Celebrates 7 Years In India

 

Marking seven years of great jeans, style and self-expression with an India exclusive collection

American Eagle, America’s favourite jeans brand, operated in India by Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited, is celebrating seven years of inspiring self-expression, confidence, and individuality through style. Since entering the Indian market in 2018, the brand has combined its global denim expertise with local design inspiration to create collections that perfectly blend style, fit, and comfort.

Over the years, American Eagle has expanded its presence across India, both in stores and online, building a vibrant community that connects with its inclusive and optimistic spirit. Staying true to its denim-first heritage, the brand continues to drive innovation and sustainability through initiatives such as the Water Leadership Program and Waste Reduction Program, reinforcing its commitment to making better jeans for people and the planet. 

To mark its seventh anniversary, American Eagle has unveiled a festive denim campaign featuring India-exclusive styles. The collection embodies the brand’s signature effortless style, showcasing iconic denim fits and limited-edition pieces designed for both everyday wear and festive celebrations.

Collection Highlights 

• A true denim destination featuring 15+ fits of AE jeans, including 100+ new styles, from bootcut to baggy fits.

• Over 100 India exclusive styles across women’s and men’s categories, including versatile tops, bottoms, and layering pieces to dress customers now and for the upcoming season.

Talking about the brand’s journey in India, Yatin Athale, Brand Head, American Eagle India, said, “Seven years ago, our vision was to bring the best jeans of America to India - giving young customers access to elevated products and uncompromising quality. Today, American Eagle is more than a jeans brand — it represents authenticity, confidence, and self-expression. This milestone is a tribute to our customers who seek the best, and to our teams who’ve made it possible.” 

Roberto Croce, SVP, International, American Eagle Outfitters, added, "India is a key market in our global strategy.  Our success here is built on a foundation of jeans, as well as our focus on fashion and comfort — making clothes that help you look and feel your best.  As we look ahead, we will continue to stand for jeans, seek inspiration from our local communities, and stay true to the creativity and optimism that define American Eagle globally. “

Looking ahead, American Eagle is doubling down on what it does best — denim. The brand will continue to grow its men’s and women’s collections, bring new innovations to life, and blend global style with India-specific insights to celebrate individuality while staying true to its jeans-first DNA.