Royal Ranthambore Whisky, the premium whisky brand from Radico Khaitan Ltd., has reaffirmed its commitment to India's tiger conservation efforts on the occasion of World Tiger Day through its ongoing partnership with The Corbett Foundation.

The collaboration supports conservation initiatives focused on habitat restoration, biodiversity monitoring, veterinary care, livestock health camps, and community-led programmes that promote coexistence between wildlife and local communities living around forest landscapes.

India is home to more than 70% of the world's wild tiger population. According to the latest All India Tiger Estimation, the country's tiger numbers increased from 2,967 in 2018 to an estimated average of 3,682 in 2022, reflecting an annual growth rate of 6.1%. Since the launch of Project Tiger in 1973, the country's network of tiger reserves has expanded from nine to 58 reserves covering nearly 84,500 square kilometres across 18 states.

The company highlighted that nearly one-third of India's tigers now live outside designated tiger reserves, underlining the importance of wildlife corridors, habitat connectivity, and community participation in long-term conservation efforts. Protecting tigers also contributes to the preservation of forests and numerous other species that share these ecosystems.

Earlier this year, Royal Ranthambore introduced its Royal Ranthambore Heritage Collection, featuring six limited-edition collectible packs inspired by iconic Indian tigers and showcased through traditional Indian art forms. The collection combined wildlife conservation, storytelling, and cultural heritage while drawing attention to the legacy of India's celebrated tigers.

Commenting on the initiative, Kunal Madan, Chief Marketing Officer, Radico Khaitan Ltd., said the tiger has always been central to the Royal Ranthambore brand identity and represents India's rich natural and cultural heritage. He added that the partnership with The Corbett Foundation reflects the brand's commitment to supporting meaningful conservation efforts and preserving this legacy for future generations.

Launched in 2022, Royal Ranthambore Heritage Collection Whisky has emerged as one of Radico Khaitan's premium brands, receiving international recognition at the Monde Selection Awards and The Fifty Best. The brand also recorded more than 50% growth during FY2026, strengthening its presence in India's premium whisky segment

The Spice Route at The Imperial New Delhi has introduced a refreshed seasonal menu, presenting a curated selection of new dishes that celebrate the rich culinary traditions of Ethnic Asia through contemporary techniques and premium seasonal ingredients.

Designed to offer a refined dining experience, the latest menu combines vibrant flavours, textures, and aromas inspired by the diverse cuisines along the historic Spice Route, while staying true to the restaurant's signature culinary philosophy.

Among the new additions is the Sesame Chicken Salad, featuring roasted golden chicken paired with snow peas, honey melon, and a sesame dressing. Vegetarian highlights include Golden Tofu, prepared with lotus root, wild mushrooms, kaffir lime, mint, and toasted sticky rice powder, and Jade Noodles, where spinach noodles are tossed in fragrant Thai pesto and finished with coconut flakes.

The menu also introduces Steamed Jiaozi Dumplings, filled with jackfruit and seasonal vegetables and served with a ginger-scallion dip, alongside Onyx Prawn Noodles, combining charcoal-grilled prawns, edamame, and Thai basil for a smoky yet refreshing flavour profile.

Completing the experience is the Imperial Spiced Tiramisu, a signature dessert that blends Indian and Italian influences by combining masala chai-soaked Shahi Tukda with saffron and cardamom-infused mascarpone, offering a contemporary interpretation of the classic tiramisu.

Known as one of New Delhi's most iconic fine dining destinations, The Spice Route continues to showcase the culinary heritage of Asia within its distinctive interiors inspired by ancient temple architecture, hand-painted murals, and traditional craftsmanship. The restaurant's menu reflects flavours from regions stretching across East Asia, Java, and Southern India, offering guests an immersive gastronomic journey.

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• Venue: The Spice Route, The Imperial New Delhi
• Timings: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM

Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar has announced the appointment of Sujeet Chaturvedi as Director of Sales and Vinoth R as Chief Engineer, further strengthening its leadership team across commercial and operational functions.

In their respective roles, Sujeet will lead the hotel's sales strategy, revenue generation, business development, and market positioning initiatives, while Vinoth will oversee engineering operations, preventive maintenance, safety standards, and infrastructure management across the property.

Sujeet brings more than 13 years of hospitality experience, having worked with leading hotel brands including The Park Hotels, Hilton Hotels, Accor Hotels, Marriott Hotels, and Radisson Hotel Group. Most recently, he served as Director of Sales at Radisson Hotels, where he focused on driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and strengthening client relationships. Throughout his career, he has built expertise in strategic partnerships, sales leadership, and commercial growth across diverse hospitality markets.

Vinoth joins Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar with a decade of experience in hotel engineering. He most recently served as Assistant Chief Engineer with Marriott International after progressing through several engineering roles, beginning his career as an HVAC Technician. His expertise includes engineering operations, preventive maintenance, energy management, safety compliance, and technical team leadership.

Commenting on the appointments, Srivatsa Allampalli, General Manager, Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar, said that as Jaipur continues to grow as a preferred destination for both business and leisure travellers, strengthening the hotel's leadership team is essential to meeting evolving guest expectations. He added that both Sujeet and Vinoth bring valuable industry experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality.

Sujeet is recognised for his people-centric approach to sales leadership, relationship building, and disciplined commercial strategy, while Vinoth is known for his focus on teamwork, adoption of new technologies, engineering excellence, and maintaining high standards of guest satisfaction.

With these appointments, Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar continues to reinforce its leadership team as it focuses on delivering seamless hospitality experiences and supporting its long-term growth in one of Rajasthan's leading business and leisure destinations.