United Spirits Ltd (USL), the Indian arm of global liquor major Diageo Plc, is acquiring homegrown craft spirits maker Nao Spirits & Beverages Pvt. Ltd in a deal valued at about ₹110 crore, it said in a stock exchange filing (Varuni Khosla reports) livemint.com/companies/diag…

From linen to speciality teas, luxury hotels are now offering in-room comforts for sale. That's aimed at not only deepening guest loyalty but also building an ancillary revenue stream. Read more: tinyurl.com/kturu3ek Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium:

That hotel room you never wanted to leave? It’s for sale now.. ITC Hotels Ltd The Postcard Hotel Ananda Spa Radisson Hotels & Resorts Hyatt Hotels India

As India emerges as a key player in the global Swiss watch market, the appetite for luxury timepieces continues to grow. What is driving the love for these pieces and powering the growth? Read more: tinyurl.com/bdddw8je Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium:

Rishabh Pant, the first Indian to score centuries in both innings of a Test in England, is poised to nearly double his brand portfolio by the end of the year. Read more: tinyurl.com/fubh48e3 Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium: livemint.com/premium ✨

B9 Beverages has already raised Rs. 85 crore by selling fresh shares to existing investors at a massive discount, as the maker of Bira beer shrinks its workforce and restructures its operations to focus on fewer markets to cut costs. Varuni Khosla and Priyamvada C report👇

From Wimbledon to The Oval, high-end sports tourism is booming this summer — with affluent Indians spending over ₹10 lakh on premium travel packages. Varuni Khosla with details 👇 livemint.com/companies/news… Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium with:

India’s hotel sector remained resilient in June despite aviation disruptions and seasonal slowdown, supported by strong pricing and steady demand. Read in detail 👇 livemint.com/companies/news… Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium with: livemint.com/premium⚡️

Young and affluent consumers are buying multiple outfits that can be worn on several occasions, ditching expensive designer clothing pieces. This has spawned new brands, and new collections from established designers. (Suneera, Varuni Khosla ✍️) livemint.com/companies/indi…

On how platforms and sales channels are turning a blind eye to premium and luxury fakes and dupes in India. We speak to IP expert Safir and others in the luxury and retail biz

Deals worth $225 million have already been closed in January-June this year, more than doubling from $93 million recorded in the same period of 2024, according to data from JLL Hotels and Hospitality Group shared exclusively with Mint. Varuni Khosla ✍️ livemint.com/companies/news…

Ventive Hospitality and Marriott will add six new hotels in India, boosting Marriott’s portfolio by 1,600 rooms. Details here 👇 livemint.com/companies/news… Varuni Khosla ✍️

India’s alcoholic beverage market crossed 408 million cases in 2024, buoyed by state-led reforms and growing consumer appetite for premium products. (Varuni Khosla reports) livemint.com/industry/in-20…

Lemon Tree Hotels announced a leadership change that will see founder Patanjali G. Keswani transition to a new role while Lemon Tree and Fleur Hotels will see new chiefs take charge as part of a succession plan. (Varuni Khosla reports) livemint.com/companies/lemo…

With over 140 operational properties and 70 more in the pipeline, India is now Radisson’s second-most important market after China. Federico J. González, executive vice president, Radisson Hotel Group, speaks to Mint's Varuni Khosla. Radisson Hotels & Resorts livemint.com/companies/news…

Paris-based hospitality major Accor Group has appointed Ranju Alex as CEO for South Asia. Alex moves from Marriott International livemint.com/companies/news…

Marriott elevates Kiran Andicot as SVP for South Asia livemint.com/companies/news… Subscribe to the exclusive Mint Premium 1 year plan using this link at ₹ 500 off - read.ht/Sb5N Mint

American hotel major Marriott International has redesignated Kiran Andicot as senior vice president for South Asia, expanding his role from earlier leading hotel development in the region. Read in detail 👇 livemint.com/companies/news… Trust our hard work, subscribe to #MintPremium:

Royal Orchid Hotels plans to expand aggressively, aiming for 22,000 keys by FY30 with 230 new hotels. The focus is on a distinctly Indian portfolio while balancing financial discipline. Varuni Khosla, Gaurav Laghate ✍️ livemint.com/companies/news…

India is a key growth market for Marriott in Asia Pacific, with strong demand in corporate travel and weddings boosting prospects. Here's why Neeraj Govil, COO for the region calls India an absolute powerhouse for the company. Varuni Khosla ✍️ livemint.com/companies/news…