How hotels are being funded in India in 2025–26

In 2025–26 India’s hotel sector is being financed through a widening spectrum of capital sources. Traditional bank lending still matters, but its share is declining relative to non-bank credit, private credit funds, private equity and sovereign investors, REITs/InvITs and bond markets. Newer channels — asset tokenization, structured private-credit strategies, and strategic corporate co-investments — are […]

Accreditation for Hybrid and Tech-Enabled Event Competencies: Redefining MICE Excellence in the Digital-First Era

Accreditation for Hybrid and Tech-Enabled Event Competencies: Redefining MICE Excellence in the Digital-First Era

The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry is undergoing one of the most profound structural transformations in its history. The convergence of digital technologies with physical event formats has fundamentally altered how events are conceptualised, delivered, measured, and valued. Hybrid events, AI-driven engagement systems, immersive AR/VR experiences, data analytics platforms, and integrated digital ecosystems […]

Integration of Sustainability into MICE Accreditation Standards – India’s 2025–2026 Transformation Towards Responsible, Green, and Future-Ready Events

Integration of Sustainability into MICE Accreditation Standards - India’s 2025–2026 Transformation Towards Responsible, Green, and Future-Ready Events

The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector in India has entered a pivotal phase where sustainability is no longer a differentiator but a fundamental expectation. As global corporations, government agencies, and international associations escalate their environmental commitments, they increasingly demand event experiences that are responsibly built, transparently measured, and verifiably sustainable. This shift has […]

20 Trending Bridal Jewellery Styles in India in 2025-2026 (URAHL WEDDINGS)

20 Trending Bridal Jewellery Styles in India in 2025-2026 (URAHL WEDDINGS)

1. Kundan Polki Bridal Set Crafted in pure gold with uncut diamonds (polki) and meenakari detailing, this regal set embodies Mughal grandeur. Layered necklaces, matching earrings, and matha patti create an opulent look. Ideal for traditional red or ivory bridal outfits, the intricate handwork and soft luster add royal radiance to every bridal ensemble. 2. […]

The Best MICE Events Management Company in India – URAHL

The Best MICE Events Management Company in India — URAHL

Redefining the Indian MICE Landscape India’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector has entered a new era of scale, sophistication, and global relevance. As corporates expand, startups multiply, associations look outward, and India’s strategic sectors integrate more deeply into the world economy, the demand for high-impact, professionally executed MICE events has surged dramatically. In […]

Japan is recalibrating its engagement with the Indian hospitality industry – a 2025 synthesis and outlook

Japan is recalibrating its engagement with the Indian hospitality industry — a 2025 synthesis and outlook

By late 2025 the Japan–India hospitality relationship is undergoing a clear recalibration: Japanese institutional capital and developers are moving beyond traditional manufacturing and technology plays into Indian real estate and hospitality; travel flows between the two countries are rising sharply; Japan’s development finance and government agencies are aligning infrastructure support with private investment; and a […]

5 MAJOR HOTEL SIZE CATEGORIES USED ACROSS THE GLOBAL HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

5 MAJOR HOTEL SIZE CATEGORIES USED ACROSS THE GLOBAL HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

1. Small Hotels / Boutique Hotels (1–50 Rooms) Small hotels—including boutique hotels, inns, and heritage stays—offer a deeply personalized guest experience rooted in intimacy, character, and storytelling. Their limited room inventory allows staff to know guests by name, remember preferences, and deliver emotionally resonant service moments that larger hotels struggle to replicate. With fewer operational […]

20 most relevant and important expertise areas for a MICE Event Management Company

20 most relevant and important expertise areas for a MICE Event Management Company

1. Strategic Event Planning & Concept Development Strategic planning is the backbone of a world-class MICE event management company, forming the architecture upon which every conference, meeting, incentive program, or exhibition is built. It begins with deeply understanding the client’s objectives—be it brand positioning, investor confidence, internal alignment, industry thought-leadership, or customer engagement—and transforming those […]