Nizami Dastarkhwan, A Special Culinary Showcase At Paranda, Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru

Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru presents Nizami Dastarkhwan at Paranda, an immersive culinary showcase celebrating the richness and legacy of traditional Hyderabadi cuisine. Rooted in time-honoured recipes and royal culinary traditions, the experience brings to life the depth, finesse and aromatic complexity that define the kitchens of the Nizams. Set against a Nizami-inspired décor that echoes understated opulence and heritage charm, the showcase promises a refined and evocative journey into Hyderabad’s storied culinary heritage.

The experience is elevated by the presence of Chef Bilal Khan from Taj Krishna, Hyderabad, whose expertise lends authenticity and depth to the menu. Renowned for his mastery of classic Hyderabadi specialities, Chef Bilal brings with him a nuanced understanding of regional flavours and traditional techniques, curating a selection that honours the city’s rich gastronomic legacy while offering guests an authentic taste of royal cuisine.

Guests can indulge in a thoughtfully curated à la carte menu featuring a diverse range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian offerings. From flavourful appetisers and comforting soups to robust slow-cooked mains, artisanal breads, fragrant biryanis and pulaos, and indulgent desserts, every dish reflects the hallmark balance of spice, richness and subtle sweetness that defines Hyderabadi cuisine.

Venue: Paranda, Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru
Dates: 21st to 28th June 2026
Menu: À la carte
For reservations, please call 80669 00111. 

Malabar Gold & Diamonds Unveils ‘Nuwa’, A Natural Diamond Collection Inspired By Nature’s Finest Creations

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled NUWA, a new natural diamond jewellery collection inspired by the intricate patterns, textures, and subtle details found in nature. Conceived as a celebration of modern luxury through the lens of the natural world, Nuwa draws inspiration from the intricate details that often go unnoticed, from the striking rhythm of stripes and honeycombs to the fluid formations and organic patterns shaped by the earth itself.

Crafted in 18kt and 14kt gold with a touch of global sophistication, Nuwa features natural diamonds elevated through coloured gemstones, ceramic colour enamelling, and multi-tone rhodium finishes. The collection balances structure and softness, creating jewellery that feels refined, versatile, and relevant across occasions. Each design interprets nature’s pattern play through intricate detailing, fluid forms, and a distinctly modern aesthetic.

The latest edition of NUWA by Malabar Gold & Diamonds, celebrates modern luxury through natural diamonds, drawing inspiration from nature's finest creations and global design influence.

As part of the collection, acclaimed actress Kareena Kapoor Khan continues as the face of Nuwa. Known for her effortless elegance, confidence, and enduring appeal, she perfectly reflects the collection’s celebration of individuality, modern femininity, and timeless sophistication.

TVC Link: https://youtu.be/6rLzb5SHMVM?si=suC_wqHmKdJmWBiF

Commenting on the launch, M. P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said, “At the heart of this collection is an appreciation for pattern play - the intricate textures, formations, and details that quietly shape the world around us. With Nuwa, we wanted to translate that beauty into a contemporary diamond collection that feels sophisticated, versatile, and relevant to today's woman. Every piece reflects a balance between intricate craftsmanship and effortless elegance, creating jewellery that can be worn and appreciated across occasions and generations.”

The collection has been designed for women who appreciate understated luxury and meaningful design. Inspired by the harmony that exists in nature, Nuwa combines delicate detailing with strong visual character, offering a distinctive expression of modern diamond jewellery.

With Nuwa, Malabar Gold & Diamonds continues to strengthen its natural diamond portfolio through collections that combine craftsmanship, design innovation, and contemporary luxury while remaining rooted in timeless inspiration.

About Malabar Gold & Diamonds

Malabar Gold & Diamonds was established in 1993 and is the flagship company of Malabar Group, a leading diversified Indian business conglomerate. With an annual turnover of $9.41 billion, the company currently ranks as the 5th largest jewellery retailer globally and operates a strong retail network of over

445 showrooms across 14 countries, supported by offices, design centres, wholesale units, and manufacturing facilities across India, the Middle East, the Far East, the USA, the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The group, owned by more than 3,500 shareholders, has over 30,000 professionals from more than 26 countries working towards its continued growth.

ESG has been a core commitment of Malabar Group since its inception. The Group’s CSR focus areas include health, housing, hunger eradication, education, environment, and women empowerment. The Group contributes five percent of its profits to social responsibility initiatives in the same country of operation, with programmes designed to create sustained community impact.  

PW IOI Launches Two-Year Professional Management Program In Product Management, Business Analytics & Startup Leadership

* The program is available at the Bengaluru Campus. Admissions are now open for the inaugural 2026-28 batch

PhysicsWallah Institute of Innovation (PW IOI) has launched a two-year full-time Professional Management Program (PMP) at its Bengaluru campus. The program offers two specialisations: Product Management & Business Analytics (PBA) and Startup & Business Leadership (SBL), designed for students building careers in product management, analytics, and entrepreneurship. Upon completion, students will receive a degree conferred by Medhavi Skills University.

The curriculum opens with a common first semester, covering business economics, financial literacy, marketing, general management, and communication. From Semester 2, students diverge into their chosen tracks. PBA students study product management, business intelligence tools (SQL, Power BI, Tableau), UI/UX, digital marketing, and MVP development. SBL students focus on venture building, opportunity identification, venture finance, unit economics, design thinking, and intellectual property.

AI tools are embedded across all four semesters, from Excel automation and data storytelling in Semester 1 to no-code platforms including Claude Code, n8n, Emergent, and Lovable in Semester 2. The tools are treated as an everyday working skill rather than a standalone subject. Practical applications run through both tracks. PBA students’ complete simulation-based industry projects and a Business Intelligence capstone. SBL students follow a structured, milestone-driven venture-building journey: 200+ customer interviews, MVP development, go-to-market execution, and a live pitch before 50+ investors in Semester 3, where top teams may receive real term sheet interest. In the final semester, PBA students move into placements and internships; SBL students choose between incorporating their own startup, with access to seed capital, government grants, or investor support via PW School of Startups (PW SoS) or interning within the startup ecosystem.

The program is open to graduates of any discipline who have scored at least 50% in 10th, 12th and Undergraduation. Candidates are evaluated on a 100-point admissions scorecard: entrance or professional score, personal interview, work experience, academic record, and diversity. Accepted entrance examinations include CAT, XAT, SNAP, NMAT, CMAT, MAT, KMAT, Karnataka PGCET, CA Foundation/Inter, and UPSC CSE. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a 30-minute personal interview conducted by PW IOI leaders and faculty. The application process begins with a registration fee.

Program fees start at ₹10,00,000 for the 2026–28 batch, payable across four semesters. A scholarship pool of up to ₹3 crore is available for meritorious students, with hostel accommodation available separately as well. The students will be mentored by faculty who bring real-world expertise and professional experience to the classrooms.

On the launch, Gopal Sharma, Chief Operating Officer, PhysicsWallah (PW) said, “We built this program around a simple belief, that the best way to learn anything is to practice it. By the time our students reach Semester 3, they're not writing case studies about startups; they're pitching live to investors for real term sheets. They aren't just learning about data tools; they're using them to solve real-world industry problems. At PW IOI, our vision has always been to prepare students for the industry and help them gain real- world skills through specialised programs, live industry exposure, and practice-led learning.

PW IOI's Professional Management Program is part of a broader push to make higher education practice-oriented and outcome-driven. Alongside the PMP, the institute offers a four-year undergraduate program in Computer Science and AI in partnership with Medhavi Skills University, with campuses in Bengaluru, Noida, Lucknow, and Pune.

Turkish Airlines Carried 7.9 Million Passengers In May 2026

Turkish Airlines announced passenger and cargo traffic results for May with 2.5% higher passenger capacity in terms of available seat kilometers compared to that of 2025. In May, number of passengers reached 7.9 million and total load factor realized as 84.0%, marking the highest May record in its history.

According to May 2026 Traffic Results;

The number of carried passengers recorded as 7.9 million. International load factor was 84.0% while domestic load factor was 84.4%.

Available seat kilometers (ASK), increased by 2.5% to 23.2 billion during the period of May 2026 from 22.6 billion for the same period of 2025.

Cargo/Mail carried during the period of May 2026 increased by 8.6% from May 2025, totaling 203.1 thousand tons.

According to the January-May 2026 Traffic Results;

The total number of passengers increased by 7.3% to 36.4 million compared to the same period of 2025.

Total load factor was recorded 83.6%. International load factor was 83.5% while domestic load factor was 84.3%.

Available seat kilometers (ASK) increased by 6.5% to 112.1 billion from 105.3 billion for the same period of 2025.

Cargo/Mail carried during this period increased by 13.5% to 954.6 thousand tons from 840.7 thousand tons in the same period of 2025.

By the end of May 2026, the number of aircraft in the fleet was 542.

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

Going All In For Global Football Fans Across Meta Apps

Takeaways

· We’re bringing new football features and experiences to Threads, Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, including athlete content, match content, and in-product activations.

· Threads is launching a football experience designed for the way fans actually follow the tournament: real-time conversation, live scores, and a dedicated community for match-day discussions in one place.

· We’re also investing in protecting athletes and consumers online, and protecting tournament IP.

This summer, the world’s biggest football tournament is coming to North America, and will be discussed in real time by billions of people across our platforms. We’re partnering with creators, athletes, and teams to highlight the conversation and culture around every match — from pre-game hype to post-game debate.

Partnering With Creators, Athletes, and Teams

We’re working with broadcasters, national teams, commentators, creators, and players to bring unique points of view on the tournament to our apps. Key moments, behind-the-scenes content, pre-game preparations, post-game analyses, celebrations, and commiserations will live on Meta apps designed for sharing and discussing with your friends, family, and fellow fans.

New Features for Fans Across Meta’s Family of Apps

Threads

Threads is built for real-time conversation around the things people care about. When something wild happens on the field, fans know they can go to Threads for hot takes, banter, and real-time reactions. This summer, we’re building on that experience with new features and a dedicated community designed for the way fans actually watch the tournament.

Live Chats: Pull up to real-time conversations hosted by football commentators, athletes, and creators before, during, and after matches. React, reply, and talk straight to the hosts as it all unfolds.

o Sergio Aguero, the Argentina football legend and Ian Wright, the former England striker and current TV and radio pundit, will each host three Live Chats over the course of the tournament. Follow both on Threads to get notified when their Live Chats begin.

o Check for an updated schedule and more hosts announced on @threads throughout the tournament.

· Football Community: A special community for this summer’s tournament on Threads is the one place for it all: match-day conversation, player content, and post-game debate.

· Live Scores: We’re giving you real-time match scores with national team branding, appearing inline as you post and in Live Chats so you can follow along while you chat.

· Team Flair: You can now choose a flag badge to appear next to your name and profile picture, so you can rep your country all tournament.

· Stickers: We’re introducing packs that show up in the composer the second you start posting about a match. Say it with more than words.

· Custom Emoji: You’ll now have football and trophy reactions for tournament posts.

· Media Highlights: We’re aggregating top content from broadcasters for you to read and react to.

· Never Miss a Moment: We’ll be spotlighting important conversation in Search, and adding Game Reminders that ping you for kickoffs and the moments you can’t miss.

Instagram

We’re making Instagram the go-to place for all things tournament-related.

Enhanced Search: We’re introducing a brand new, enhanced search experience, so when you search for the tournament or tap the tournament button on football videos globally, you’ll land on a dedicated destination that surfaces curated, real-time content from across Instagram. You’ll see top Reels, Stories, and featured accounts from official rights-holding broadcasters and national teams, alongside the best fan content.

AI-Powered Voice Effects: To make connecting with friends over the matches more fun, we’re globally rolling out a new ‘Goal!’ voice effect powered by AI in Instagram DMs. Send one to unlock a surprise animation.

Facebook

Facebook is going full football mode with a range of new features that bring match-day energy to every interaction.

Football Mode: Double-tap the Facebook logo at the top of Feed to activate football mode across the app and celebrate the tournament with themed reactions and other surprises. Plus, gain access to a special football game and custom app icon by long-pressing on the logo.

Wear It: Sport your favorite national team’s jersey with the new Wear It feature, which lets fans use AI to virtually try on jerseys and show their support by sharing the image as a profile picture, story, or post. To get started open Stories, select a photo, tap AI Edit, and choose Wear It. Then pick your team’s jersey and share!

Express Yourself: Find exclusive tournament-themed stickers, football-inspired design edits, and brand new expressive tools throughout Facebook to fuel your fandom.

Whether you’re celebrating a late-in-the-game goal or commiserating over a heartbreaking loss, Facebook gives fans new ways to wear their pride and share the moment.

Messenger

Messenger is launching new features to bring the tournament hype directly into your group chat.

Live Updates: This new feature brings real-time match highlights directly into your Messenger group chat. When Live Updates is activated, your thread instantly goes from delayed reactions to real-time celebrations — no refreshing, no spoilers, just you and your friends reacting together as goals, red cards, and key match moments appear in your chat while the action unfolds on the pitch. To turn Live Updates on, just tap the plus sign in the bottom left navigation bar of your group chat and pick a game to get updates about.

Chat Theme: Add an extra kick of football to your group chat by activating a limited-edition chat theme. Just long-press on the background of any group chat to change your background to a football pitch.

Stickers: When words aren’t enough to capture your fandom, express yourself with our exclusive tournament-themed animated stickers.

WhatsApp

The only thing that matches the energy on the pitch is your group chat. WhatsApp has rolled out features to make following the tournament with the people you care about even more fun.

Trionda Upgrade: We partnered with Adidas to bring the official match ball for this summer’s tournament to WhatsApp. Now through the finals, the football emoji has been upgraded to the Trionda ball. Send it as a message or drop it as a reaction.

Calling Effects: We’ve also introduced new football calling effects, so you can bring the fun and fandom to your next group video call — filters you can add onto your face or background while you’re on a live video call.

Football Sticker Packs: And for when you need just the right sticker to express how you feel after that missed penalty or questionable red card, we’ve rolled out a football-themed sticker pack to better express how you’re really feeling about a game.

A Dedicated Football Directory: During the tournament, you can expect match-day countdowns, behind-the-scenes moments, and real-time highlights from channels across WhatsApp. We’ve created a dedicated football directory to bring together your favorite teams, latest scores, and updates all in one place for easy access.

Say it With a Status: We’re also rolling out the ability for Channels to post to Status, just in time for the tournament. You’ll see statuses from channels you follow alongside other statuses, and can also view a channel’s status when you visit a Channel. You can hide any channel’s statuses so it no longer appears alongside your statuses, or unfollow the channel at any time.

Protecting Athletes and Fans Online

Football fans across the globe will use our apps to connect around the tournament. While most will be rooting for their favorite teams and players, unfortunately there may be bad actors who will try to lure people into scams or harass and abuse others — offline and online. We recently shared more details about the steps we’re taking to combat scams and our approach to keeping fans and players safe from abuse, including new in-app reminders for people searching for tickets — and updating existing ones to help people stay safe on our apps.

“We’re about to witness the biggest cultural moment of all time, and Meta will be at the very centre of showcasing the tournament’s action and surrounding culture beyond the 90 minutes on the pitch. As the place where football conversation lives and grows, Meta’s suite of apps will allow billions of fans across the globe to connect and enjoy the highs and lows of the beautiful game together.”

— Rob Pilgrim, Global Football Lead, Meta

We’re excited to help fans immerse themselves in football culture this summer through our family of apps.

Marriott International Celebrates 10,000 Properties Globally

Photo Caption: David Marriott – Chairman of the Board, Marriott International, Rajeev Menon – President, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International and associates of the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa.

* With The Opening Of The JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa

Marriott International opened its 10,000th property globally, the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa in India, marking a historic milestone as the company approaches its 100th anniversary.

The JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa features 127 accommodations, including private villas, and is located near Ranthambore National Park.

Marriott’s leading luxury portfolio comprises nearly 700 properties across 74 countries and territories, with the JW Marriott brand surpassing 130 properties globally.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR, “Marriott”) announced the opening of its 10,000th property globally, the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa, marking a historic milestone for the company as it approaches its 100th anniversary.

“Marriott was founded 99 years ago as a nine‑seat root beer stand, and as of today, has grown into a global portfolio of 10,000 properties spanning 146 countries and territories. I’m immensely proud of this tremendous milestone, made possible by our global teams and the owners who continue to place their trust in Marriott brands,” said Marriott International President and CEO Anthony Capuano. “Marking this accomplishment with a property carrying the JW Marriott brand is especially meaningful given its naming after our co-founder, J. Willard Marriott. He and Alice S. Marriott built an incredible legacy of opportunity, service, and innovation that we’re privileged to carry forward.”

The JW Marriott Ranthambore celebrated the opening with associates and company leaders, including David Marriott, Chairman of the Board, and Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC), along with the resort’s owner Nilesh Gadhiya and the Gadhiya family.

Situated a short drive from Ranthambore National Park, the resort offers an immersive luxury retreat with 127 thoughtfully designed accommodations, including private villas, guestrooms, and suites. On property, guests can reconnect with nature and experience elevated dining through a range of diverse dining experiences, from modern Indian cuisine and regional specialties to locally inspired botanical cocktails.

With the JW Marriott brand portfolio now comprising over 130 properties globally, this opening strengthens the company’s unrivaled luxury portfolio, which spans seven brands representing nearly 700 properties in 74 countries and territories, offering guests transformative experiences in the world’s most sought-after destinations.

As Marriott continues striving to meet the evolving needs of every traveler and trip purpose, the company has recently celebrated several exciting openings, spanning midscale to luxury, including:

The St. Regis Budapest opened in April and marked the brand’s debut in Hungary. Set within the iconic Klotild Palace, one of the city’s most renowned architectural landmarks, the property introduced the brand’s timeless sophistication, signature rituals and anticipatory service to Budapest’s most distinguished address.

The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort officially opened as Westin’s first all-inclusive property in Mexico. Located along the shores of Banderas Bay, the resort introduces a refined, experience-driven interpretation of stress-free, all-inclusive travel.

Artik Suzhou, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy opened earlier this year, marking the brand’s debut in Greater China. Located in the heart of the historic city of Suzhou, the property blends contemporary design with the refined elegance of Suzhou’s centuries-old cultural heritage.

StudioRes by Marriott Greensboro Airport officially opened its doors in May, about a year after signing. The new-build property was developed using modular construction and joined one of the company’s newest brand portfolios, catering to extended-stay guests. 

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Launches Anmol Akshaya Across India

* Supports every stage of a child’s education journey through milestone-based pay-outs

* Help families to achieve their future goals with medium to long-term savings

* Empowering today’s women with smart savings and built in HER Benefits—Health Management Services, childbirth-linked payout, and cancer support 

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited (“ABSLI”), the life insurance subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital, India’s leading diversified financial services company, today announced the launch of ABSLI Anmol Akshaya, a savings-oriented participating life insurance plan designed to help customers achieve future goals while safeguarding their families against life's uncertainties.

Exclusive offerings of the Plan:

My Child: Policyholders can choose milestone-based income pay-outs aligned to key stages of a child’s educational journey, from undergraduate studies and professional courses to post-graduation and career beginnings.

My Savings: Designed for customers looking to create a medium to long-term corpus for future goals such as daughter’s marriage, buying a house, retirement planning etc., while also ensuring life insurance protection for their families.

HER Benefits: For women, the plan offers attractive savings for future goals and exclusive HER Benefits in-built in the plan. The proposition includes complimentary Health Management Services, providing access to medical consultations, and health coaching, second medical opinions and personal medical care management to support proactive health management.

ABSLI Anmol Akshaya offers customers added flexibility through optional protection enhancements such as the Extended Life Cover (ELC) option that enables customers to continue their life insurance cover beyond Maturity up to the age of 75 or 85. Additionally, the Policy Continuance Benefit (PCB) helps safeguard long-term financial goals of the family by offering immediate death benefit, under specified conditions on death of the Life assured. Besides, this benefit also provides waiver of future premiums upon the death of the Life Insured while policy benefits continue till maturity.

Mr. Kamlesh Rao, MD & CEO, Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited, said, “Financial planning today is increasingly centered around life goals rather than standalone products. From securing a child's future, family’s future goal and a savings corpus to address the evolving financial and wellness needs of women, customers seek solutions that support them through different stages of life. With ABSLI Anmol Akshaya, we have created a proposition that combines savings and protection, along with meaningful benefits, helping customers pursue their aspirations with greater confidence and financial resilience”

As a part of HER benefits offering of ABSLI Anmol Akshaya plan, it also features a Motherhood Benefit, under which eligible women can receive an accelerated payout equivalent to one annualized premium upon childbirth after certain policy duration. Further, the Cancer Care Benefit provides an accelerated payout of 25% of the Guaranteed Maturity Benefit upon diagnosis of a covered woman-specific cancer.

About Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited:

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited (“ABSLI”) is a part of Aditya Birla Capital Ltd (“ABCL”). ABSLI was incorporated on August 4th, 2000, and commenced operations on January 17th, 2001. ABSLI is a 51:49 a joint venture between the Aditya Birla Group and Sun Life Financial Inc., an international financial services organization in Canada. ABSLI offers a range of products across the customer’s life cycle, including children future plans, wealth protection plans, retirement and pension solutions, health plans, traditional term plans and Unit Linked Insurance Plans (“ULIPs”).

As of March 31, 2026, total AUM of ABSLI stood at Rs.110,505 Cr. ABSLI recorded a gross premium income of Rs.24,779 Cr with Individual Business FYP with Single Premium at 10% of Rs. 4,725 Cr registering a growth of 15%. Renewal Premium grew by 17% with gross Individual and Group segment. ABSLI has a nationwide distribution presence through 450+ branches, 12 bancassurance partners, 6 distribution channels, over 70,000+ direct selling agents, other Corporate Agents, and Brokers through its website. The company has over 32,000+ employees and 29.57 lakh active customers. IRDAI Reg no. 109.

About Aditya Birla Capital Limited:

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (“ABCL”) is a listed systemically important non deposit taking Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) and the holding company of the financial services businesses. ABCL and its subsidiaries/JVs provides a comprehensive suite of financial solutions across Loans, Investments, Insurance, and Payments to serve the diverse needs of customers across their lifecycles. Powered by over 68,400 employees, the businesses of ABCL have a nationwide reach with over 1,740 branches and more than 200,000 agents/channel partners along with several bank partners. ABCL and its subsidiaries/JVs manage aggregate assets under management of about Rs. 5.91 Lakh Crore, and the consolidated lending book crossed Rs 2 Lakh Crore as of March 31, 2026.

Aditya Birla Capital Limited is a part of the US$ 67 billion global conglomerate Aditya Birla Group, which is in the league of Fortune 500 and has a consolidated market cap of over US$117 billion, as of Jan 1, 2026. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 227,500 employees, the Group is built on a strong foundation of stakeholder value creation. With over seven decades of responsible business practices, the Group’s businesses have grown into global powerhouses in a wide range of sectors - from metals to cement, fashion to financial services and textiles to trading. Today, over 40% of the Group revenues flow from overseas operations that span 41 countries across six continents with over 340 state-of-the-art manufacturing units.