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Amritsar, one of India’s leading religious and heritage tourism destinations and a key transit hub to the Himalayas, is strategically leveraging its strengths to boost its tourism market.
By Suman Tarafdar
Meet Harimohan Dangayach, a soft-spoken visionary who crafts exclusive experiences with passion and humility. Preferring to let his work speak for itself, he has quietly built the Dangayach Group into a hospitality leader, eschewing fanfare and spotlight for a relentless focus on delivering exceptional results. Alongside his son Atul, Managing Director of the group, Harimohan shares his insights on navigating global partnerships, maintaining exceptional standards, and capitalising on India's thriving hospitality landscape.
By Rupali SebastianTrending News
Business
From the depths of 2020 to the records of 2024, it has been a remarkable roller coaster ride for Indian hospitality. A closer look reveals just how amazing this ride has been.
By Suman Tarafdar
Vijay Thacker, Managing Director of Horwath HTL-India, discusses how effective risk management is a crucial strategic component that underpins robust governance and operational success. The framework involves not only identifying and mitigating risks but continuously monitoring the effectiveness of these measures.
By Vijay Thacker
A CAGR growth of 75% for the last five years of individuals with a combined wealth of ₹1,000 crore. A sales record high of 42,731 luxury cars in 2023. Disposable income levels on the rise. Aspiration for finer things in life on the increase. This discerning demographic is eyeing luxury residences, made more covetable by association with a high-end brand, with great interest.
By Rupali SebastianArchitecture + Design
A hotel designed to be timeless, Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre is a seamless interplay of light, volume, and materiality. The creative collaboration between owner Virendra Bhatia and architect Bobby Mukherji results in a space that balances urban sophistication with nature’s tranquillity.
By Rupali Sebastian
Architect Spotlight
Architect and hospitality design specialist Bobby Mukherji discusses how due diligence and well-informed decisions will pave the way to a profitable hotel venture.
By SOH Edit TeamVoyages of Influence
Childhood train rides, Jaipur’s vibrant bazaars, craft explorations across India, and wellness retreats in serene destinations—Anita Dongre reflects on how travel, family, and heritage have shaped her life, work, and love for slow living.
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