10, Nov 2025
Novotel Vijayawada Varun Ushers in the Festive Season with Joyous Cake Mixing and Grape Stomping Celebration
Vijayawada, 10th November, 2025: The season of joy arrived early at Novotel Vijayawada Varun as the hotel hosted its much-anticipated Cake Mixing and Grape Stomping ceremony on 8th November. The event brought together the city’s finest from influencers and food enthusiasts to members of the media for an afternoon of cheer, flavour, and festivity.
Reflecting on the celebration, Manish Pathak, Hotel Manager, Novotel Vijayawada Varun, shared,
“This season is all about togetherness and gratitude. At Novotel, we believe in creating moments that matter moments that bring people together and celebrate life’s simple joys. With joy, warmth, and hospitality at our heart, we were excited to welcome everyone to many more memorable experiences this festive season.”
Fresh off its win at the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Awards 2025 as the Best Five-Star Deluxe Hotel, Novotel Vijayawada Varun continues to raise the bar for hospitality and celebrations in the region. The afternoon unfolded in true festive fashion with delicious pass-arounds, warm conversations over tea and coffee, and the unmistakable aroma of Christmas ingredients filling the air.
The highlight of the day was the grand cake mixing ritual symbolising togetherness and the start of the holiday season. The hotel’s skilled culinary team guided guests to a beautifully decorated mixing table where they joyfully folded in the ingredients. The celebration continued with an exuberant grape stomping session that had everyone on their feet, paying tribute to the old-world winemaking traditions.
With festive cheer in full swing, Novotel Vijayawada Varun sets the tone for a season filled with celebration, connection, and culinary delight.
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- By Neel Achary
10, Nov 2025
Kenya Tourism Board Crowned Best In Afric
Nairobi, Kenya, 10th November, 2025: The Kenya Tourism Board has been crowned as the best tourism board in Africa, at the Africa Tourism Awards 2025 (The Balearica Awards), held on 1 November at the Hilton London Canary Wharf.
The Kenya Tourism Board beat renowned competitors including Egypt Tourism Authority, Rwanda Development Board, South African Tourism, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, and Instituto do Turismo de Cabo Verde, affirming Kenya’s position as a continental benchmark for destination marketing and promotion.
Other winners were the Masai Mara National Reserve, which was named Best Safari Destination, reinforcing Kenya’s leadership in African tourism.
The Masai Mara National Reserve’s award as Best Safari Destination follows stiff competition from iconic parks such as Chobe, Kruger, Serengeti, South Luangwa, and Volcanoes National Parks. This accolade highlights the Mara’s unmatched wildlife experiences, especially the celebrated annual wildebeest migration, and its pioneering community-focused conservation efforts.
Kenya’s success extends beyond these wins. KTB also received commendations in categories such as Best Tourism Video with the acclaimed campaign “This is the Real Deal,” Best Country Destination, Best City Destination for Nairobi, and Best International Airport for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. These recognitions collectively demonstrate Kenya’s diverse tourism appeal and infrastructure excellence.
Speaking on the awards, Allan Njoroge, Acting CEO of Kenya Tourism Board, said:
“These accolades are a strong testament to Kenya’s extraordinary natural heritage and our commitment to sustainable tourism growth. The Masai Mara remains our crown jewel and one of the world’s premier safari destinations. Our recognition as Best Tourism Board reflects KTB’s innovative marketing strategies, strategic partnerships, and concerted efforts to grow visitor arrivals, boost revenue, and create millions of jobs for Kenyans.”
These awards came at the side lines of the 2025 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, where Kenya Tourism Board showcased the destination. KTB led a dynamic Kenyan delegation to the global tourism showcase, leveraging the platform to forge new partnerships, promote Kenya’s newest tourism products, and drive international arrivals.
The Board’s presence at WTM amplified Kenya’s diverse offerings, including adventure, cultural festivals, coastal experiences, and eco-tourism, ensuring Kenya remains top of mind for travellers worldwide.
Kenya continues to raise its profile as Africa’s premier tourism destination, combining world-class wildlife experiences with vibrant cultural heritage, modern infrastructure, and warm hospitality
Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is a state corporation established and regulated under the Tourism Act 2011. Our mandate is to develop, implement and co-ordinate a National Tourism Marketing Strategy. To market Kenya as the home of human origin and as an all-year-round diverse, sustainable and authentic tourism destination.
Magical Kenya is the flagship tourism brand created and managed by the KTB. Magical Kenya captures the essence of Kenya’s diverse offerings, promoting the country as a must-visit destination for local, regional, and international travellers.
10, Nov 2025
Smiles in the Streets: Building Community Happiness Through Connection
India, 10th November, 2025: A smile is the gentlest expression of goodwill. It does not require translation and has the vibration of goodwill. A smile when consciously expressed will become yoga in action – a gesture that bonds hearts together and alters the energy in a space. It helps to overcome division, relieves tension and makes normal everyday situations gateways to harmony.
The Street as a Living Classroom.
Yoga is more than just what happens on the mat. The big classroom is life and awareness is put to test and is reinforced. Balance and mindfulness come alive on the street-in its sounds, face, and ever-changing rhythm. Every encounter with a fellow creature is the chance to learn how to be present, kind, and stable on the inside. This is what Yoga Beyond the Mat is all about: being mindful when in motion, being balanced when taking action, being serene when interacting. In this way, the mundane world is turned into a spiritual sphere of development.
The Stillness of Movement – The Nature of Sthiti Dhyan.
Even in movement, silence exists; even in words, stillness can be found. Sthiti Dhyan, or State Meditation, is the art of being centred and being fully engaged in life. It is the art of stillness of movement, of calmness of transition. This kind of awareness enables one to be calm but alert, quiet but awake. The smile that comes out of this internal balance will be powerful and graceful. It is a living meditation, it diffuses calmness without utterance, devotion without strenuousness.
The Wave of Human Interconnection.
All relationships are exachange of energy. A simple smile, a patient gesture, or a kind word in a busy space can ripple through the hearts of many and uplift collective consciousness. These minor gestures form invisible circles of trust and warmth. Societies start healing when people use conscious positivity. The mood of a city changes when its inhabitants decide to act with empathy and care rather than indifference and mindlessness. Happiness, therefore, is a collective resonance and not an individual endeavour.
Movement of Light and Laughter.
Smiles in the Streets is a dream of a civil culture founded on understanding and benevolence. This movement under the undergoing of the World Yoga Organization, calls on the citizens, the youth and institutions to join hands to establish harmony through human association. Streets can be turned into the citadens of happiness through the public gathersings, mutual thoughts, and mere acts of kindness.
The streets in India can be bright as well as enlightened not just with light but with awareness places where laughter runs freely, where compassion is culture and where humankind is reminded of their unity. Peace can be opened by the smile of one. When communities are smiling collectively, they create more than a happy society, they create hope, belonging and strength.
Make every smiling a ray of attention. Send it flying round and in between the hearts till all the streets shall shine with the glory of a quiet mind and a happy nation.
10, Nov 2025
D Y Chandrachud and Shashi Tharoor Explore the Indian Constitution at Mumbai LitFest 2025
Former CJI D Y Chandrachud & Shashi Tharoor discuss their books on the Indian Constitution at the 16th edition of Literature Live The Mumbai LitFest
By: Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud
Recounting how the book Why The Constitution Matters came about, Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, said, “When you write the judgement, it constrains the range of ideas you can cover. And I thought I should develop some ideas which were spoken about. I wanted to tell the people what the Constitution does for them in simple terms and debunk some myths.”
He further added, “Certain concepts in the Constitution have evolved with how India has evolved over the years. It is a living document, and not frozen at the date of its birth. There is so much of the Constitution that is work-in-progress with the citizens. Our Constitution speaks in different languages to different people and that’s the beauty of it.”
By: Shashi Tharoor
Speaking about Constitutional morality, Shashi Tharoor said, “Constitutional morality was introduced by Dr B R Ambedkar. It was he who said that it wasn’t enough to just have the Constitution but that to instill Constitutional morality in people. However, Constitutional morality is less likely to come out in our legislation because legislators tend to be too dependent on the dislikes and prejudices of their electorate as they will be facing them tomorrow. Ultimately, politicians are accountable to their electors but judges are not. I think Constitutional morality evolves from the spirit of the interpretations of judges.”
10, Nov 2025
Beyond Titles and Tenures: NETRITVA 3.0 Sparks Dialogue on Leadership That Outlasts Leaders
“This is the century of India”, says Former Ambassador Dr Deepak Vohra
Bodh Gaya, November 10, 2025:
The Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya hosted its annual flagship leadership summit, Netritva 3.0, on November 8, 2025. “This isn’t the decade but the century of India”, said Dr. Deepak Vohra, former Ambassador of India to Armenia, Sudan, and Poland, delivering the keynote address. Referring to the ‘can do’ spirit of the resurgent India in a power-packed address, he said, “we are all Indians not because we live here, but because India lives in all of us.”
The summit commenced with an inspiring inaugural address by Dr. Vinita Sahay, Director of IIM Bodh Gaya, who said, “Leadership is all about the legacy that you leave behind and the script that you write.” The welcome address by Dr. Sanjay Kaushal, Chairperson of the Media and PR committee, set the tone for a day rich in insight and dialogue.
The first panel discussion with the theme “The Fluid Frontier: Rethinking Leadership in a Disrupted World,” featured Mr. Amitabh Ray, Chairman of the Indian Chamber of Commerce National Expert Committee on Technology, Innovation & Advancement, Mr. Sachindra Kumar Rai, Chief Compliance Officer at NaBFID and Ms. Seema Pathak, VP & Head of Data Privacy, Risk & Compliance at inFeedo. The discussion explored how leadership paradigms must evolve amid volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. During the discussions, Mr. Amitabh Ray said, “Do not worry about change, but sail confidently through the sea of change by anchoring yourself to what remains constant.”
The second panel discussion, with the theme “The Alchemy of Leadership: Shaping Culture and Capability,” featured Mr. Rajiv Yadav, Head of Talent Acquisition at ElectraEV, Dr Swarnpreet Singh, AVP & Campus Head at ICICI Lombard, Ms Harpreeya, a Human Resources and L&D professional, and Mr. Rishav Dev, a strategic HR leader. The panel highlighted leadership as an alchemy that blends vision, values, and skills to create environments where innovation flourishes and individuals thrive.
This year’s Netritva showcased IIM Bodh Gaya’s dedication to advancing leadership discourse and empowering aspiring leaders with insights to drive meaningful change. Netritva continues to be a beacon of leadership thought and practice, nurturing dialogue that bridges theory and application while inspiring young leaders to lead with impact in a rapidly changing world.
8, Nov 2025
Subhan Bakery Brings Timeless Tastes to Secunderabad with New Café in Sindhi Colony
Hyderabad, November 8, 2025:Subhan Bakery, Hyderabad’s most cherished name for iconic treats like Osmania biscuits and Dum-ke-Roat, officially inaugurated its New Bakery & Café in Sindhi Colony, Secunderabad.
The grand opening ceremony was graced by the presence of Mrs Rasool Bee Sahiba and Shri Talasani Srinivas Yadav, Hon’ble MLA. They were joined by **Syed Irfan, Managing Director of Subhan Bakery, and Syed Luqman, alongside an enthusiastic gathering of devoted patrons and well-wishers.
Known for its authentic Hyderabadi flavors and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship, Subhan Bakery has been a household favorite for generations. The new café aims to bring its signature taste, warm service, and the unique charm of Hyderabad’s baking culture closer to food lovers across the twin cities.
“We are thrilled to open this beautiful new space for our customers,” said Syed Irfan, Managing Director, Subhan Bakery. “It is more than just a bakery; it is a celebration of tradition, family, and the immense love that Hyderabad has shown us over the years.”
Guests at the opening enjoyed Subhan’s beloved signature bakes within a lively, modern setting that successfully blends nostalgia with a fresh aesthetic. The new outlet promises to uphold the same authenticity and warmth that have defined the brand for more than seven decades.
Established as a cornerstone of Hyderabad’s culinary landscape, Subhan Bakery is famous for pioneering the original Osmania biscuit and other traditional Hyderabadi confectionaries. The brand remains dedicated to preserving authentic recipes while offering exceptional quality and service to its community.
8, Nov 2025
Mafatlal Technologies Wins ‘Innovation for the Last Mile in Education’ Award at ELETS 2025
Mafatlal Technologies wins ‘Innovation for the Last Mile in Education’ Award at ELETS World Education Summit 2025
Mumbai, 08th November, 2025: Mafatlal Technologies, the digital solutions arm of Mafatlal Industries Ltd., a 120-year-old leading name in Indian textiles, has been honoured with the “Innovation for the Last Mile in Education” Award at the ELETS World Education Summit 2025. This award celebrates the company’s commitment to empowering every learner through the transformative power of digital innovation.
Mafatlal Technologies is redefining educational access for remote and economically challenged regions. Through pioneering initiatives, including smart classroom infrastructure and inclusive learning management systems, the company is enabling both educators and learners to bridge gaps, foster equity, and unlock new opportunities for holistic education.
Speaking on the recognition, Mr. M. B. Raghunath, Chief Executive Officer, Mafatlal Industries Ltd., said, “This award embodies our commitment to turning vision into reality for the nation’s most underserved learners. Mafatlal Technologies is ensuring that advanced, accessible technology reaches classrooms in even the most remote and rural corners of India. Our mission is to deliver scalable solutions that strengthen public education and accelerate the responsible digitalisation of learning, empowering every teacher and student to thrive in an evolving world.”
This acknowledgement is the next landmark in the long-term transition of the Arvind Mafatlal Group, going beyond its initial domain of textiles, into technology, while being grounded in the same core principles of innovation, integrity and impact. Being an extended arm of Mafatlal Industries Limited, the company is committed to its mission of creating eco-friendly, digitally enabled infrastructures for India’s future.
8, Nov 2025
India Circus by Krsnaa Mehta Unveils November Home Edit for Cozy Living
India, 8th November, 2025: As the golden light of November begins to set in and India transitions into the season of softer air and slower moments, India Circus by Krsnaa Mehta unveils its “Cozy Corners for Cooler Days” collection a celebration of comfort, colour, and creative living.
This thoughtfully curated edit brings warmth and design together, inspiring you to transform your home into a sanctuary of calm and comfort. November in India is that perfect pause after the festive buzz, before the full chill of winter when homes become spaces for rest, reflection, and renewed creativity. The new collection from India Circus captures exactly that mood: familiar yet fresh, modern yet deeply rooted in the brand’s signature aesthetic of Indian patterns reimagined for contemporary living.
At the heart of this collection are the brand’s luxurious quilted bed cover sets, crafted from lightweight yet insulating fabric designed to cocoon you in comfort. Each quilt is meticulously layered with two tiers of padding the inner layer providing a soft cushion close to your skin, and the outer layer maintaining that crisp, elegant look that endures through years of use. Perfect for mild winter nights or breezy evenings, these quilted bed cover sets bring together beauty, durability, and the unmistakable charm of India Circus’ design language.
To complete the look, the collection extends beyond the bedroom into your living spaces and reading nooks. The brand’s vibrant cushion covers add a refreshing pop of colour and pattern, instantly elevating sofas, daybeds, or even floor setups for relaxed evenings. Crafted in rich textures and inspired by the art, architecture, and everyday vibrance of India, these cushions invite you to mix, match, and layer creating cozy corners that reflect your own personality.
No corner is complete without the right backdrop. India Circus’ signature wallpapers introduce visual warmth and character, transforming your walls into statement canvases. Designed with intricate motifs, bold hues, and contemporary detailing, these wallpapers bring depth and dimension to any room perfect for creating an inviting setting that feels both personal and polished.
“With this collection, we wanted to capture the essence of comfort that November naturally brings a moment to pause, to rest, and to find beauty in the everyday,” says Krsnaa Mehta, Founder and Executive Director, India Circus by Krsnaa Mehta. “Our homes are a reflection of how we feel, and this collection is about creating warmth visually, emotionally, and sensorially.”
Whether you’re curling up under a quilt with your morning chai, lounging in a colourful corner, or simply refreshing your space after the festive season, this collection offers effortless ways to layer warmth, design, and Indian craftsmanship.
8, Nov 2025
VST Tillers Tractors Ltd posted 26% growth in the revenue for the half year ended 30th September 2025
Bengaluru, November 8, 2025: VST Tillers Tractors Limited (VST), India’s leading farm equipment manufacturer, announced its financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025, showcasing continued growth momentum and operational resilience.
Quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY2025-26):
· Revenue from Operations: ₹315.15 crore as against ₹283.43 crore in Q2 FY2024-25 – an increase of 11.2% YoY.
· Operational EBIDTA: ₹41.16 crore as against ₹37.79 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
· Net Profit: ₹25.43 crore as against ₹44.93 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The decline in net profit is primarily due to lower fair value gains on investments. Excluding fair value gain/(loss), the net profit for the quarter would be ₹27.70 crore as compared to ₹24.35 crore.
Half Year ended September 30, 2025 (H1 FY2025-26):
· Revenue from Operations: ₹597.60 crore as against ₹474.02 crore in H1 FY2024-25 – up by a strong growth of 26.1% YoY.
· Operational EBIDTA: ₹78.66 crore as against ₹51.17 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
· Net Profit: ₹69.99 crore as against ₹67.78 crore last year. The net profit was impacted by lower fair value gains during H1 FY26. Excluding fair value gains/losses), the net profit for H1 FY26 would be ₹48.47 crore compared to ₹28.20 crore in H1 FY25.
VST Tillers Tractors Limited (VST) is India’s leading farm equipment manufacturer. VST was established in the year 1967 by the VST Group of companies. With a legacy of more than 55 years, VST continues to drive farm mechanization and empowerment of Indian farmers. The organization is the largest Indian manufacturer of Tillers, and 4WD Compact Tractors, and amongst the leading producers of the other category of Tractors, Engines, Transmission, Power Reaper, and Precision Components. VST also exports products to European, Asian, and African markets. For more details, please visit https://www.vsttractors.com/
8, Nov 2025
PVR INOX Offers 50 Percent Discount for Patna Voters to Celebrate Civic Spirit
By: Mr. Gautam Dutta, CEO Revenue & Operations, PVR INOX
“Every vote strengthens our democracy, and we are proud to play a small part in encouraging citizens to step out and cast their vote. To celebrate this civic spirit, PVR INOX is delighted to offer a special 50% discount on movie tickets for all voters in Patna who show the indelible ink mark on their finger. The offer will be valid on 6th and 7th November 2025 at INOX City Centre and Ashok INOX, KP Mall, for tickets bought at the box office counters.
We ran this initiative last year as well, and the positive response from moviegoers was heartening. This time too, we hope to see Patna’s voters turn up in large numbers at the polling booths and then at our cinemas to enjoy a well-earned movie break. Voting and entertainment can go hand in hand when the goal is a more aware and active community.”
