Etihad Guest Expands Across India with Five New Loyalty Partners

Etihad Guest Expands Across India with Five New Loyalty Partners

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on February 2, 2026

Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, has marked a major milestone in India with the addition of five new partners, BOBCARD, The Postcard Hotel, Flipkart, Swiggy and Shoppers Stop India. The launch was celebrated at a grand event in Mumbai, attended by partners, media, and members of the Bollywood fraternity, underlining the importance of the Indian market for the airline.

India has emerged as the fastest-growing country for the Etihad Guest programme, which now has more than 13 million members worldwide. With over 250,000 new members joining every month and six new members added every minute, Etihad is strengthening value for Indian members by linking everyday lifestyle spending with travel rewards across shopping, dining and hospitality.

Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways, said: “India is one of the most important markets for Etihad, with 185 flights per week to 11 gateways across the country. As a result, we’re investing our efforts into significantly enriching the Etihad Guest programme for the growing number of members across the country and for our members who choose to visit this vibrant nation - and we’re excited to be the first international airline to expand our presence in such a meaningful way.

“We are proud to be partnering with five prestigious and renowned brands across India, including leading credit card BOBCARD, luxury hotel group The Postcard Hotel, major e-commerce marketplace Flipkart, India’s pioneering food and quick commerce platform Swiggy, and department store and retailer Shoppers Stop India. Integrating the programme into our members’ everyday lives showcases the value of the Etihad Guest programme for Indian consumers and makes it even more richly rewarding.”

As part of the expansion, Etihad Guest has partnered with BOBCARD Limited, the credit card subsidiary of Bank of Baroda, to launch a new co-branded credit card for Indian travellers. To mark the launch, new BOBCARD Etihad Guest members joining before 28 February will receive double joining welcome miles. The card is designed to connect daily spending with travel rewards, offering added flexibility and premium travel benefits.

Luxury hospitality brand The Postcard Hotel has also joined the Etihad Guest family, marking a first for a Middle Eastern carrier. Through this partnership, members can earn Miles on stays at The Postcard Hotel properties across India, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. Members staying two or three nights will earn 2,000 Miles, while stays of four nights or more will be rewarded with 4,000 Miles and a complimentary night stay. As part of a launch offer, members staying before 28 February will earn double Miles.

Etihad has further teamed up with Flipkart, India’s leading homegrown e-commerce marketplace. Once live in the coming weeks, Flipkart users will be able to convert Supercoins into Etihad Guest Miles for flight redemptions, while Etihad Guest members can exchange Miles for Flipkart Supercoins to spend across the platform.

Adding everyday convenience to travel rewards, Swiggy has joined the programme, bringing benefits to Etihad Guest members across more than 700 cities in India. Existing members will receive six months of complimentary Swiggy One membership, with plans to soon allow members to earn Miles on all Swiggy spends.

In another first, Etihad has partnered with Shoppers Stop India, one of the country’s largest department store chains. As part of the launch, Etihad Guest members can opt in for one year of complimentary Platinum status in the Shoppers Stop First Citizen loyalty programme until 15 February. Members will also be able to earn Etihad Guest Miles on their shopping spends in the coming months.

These partnerships highlight Etihad Airways’ growing commitment to India, one of its most important and fastest-growing international markets. Alongside collaborations with Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai City FC, locally inspired cuisine, and Hindi-language digital experiences, the expanded Etihad Guest programme reinforces the airline’s focus on building deeper, value-driven relationships with Indian travellers.


InterGlobe Foundation Launches Heritage Dialogue and Opens TCIH Exhibition

InterGlobe Foundation Launches Heritage Dialogue and Opens TCIH Exhibition

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on March 17, 2026

InterGlobe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of InterGlobe Enterprises, has introduced its first ‘Heritage Dialogue’ while also unveiling the third edition of its annual exhibition, ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ (TCIH). The initiative marks an important step in encouraging conversations and collaborative efforts around cultural and heritage preservation in India.

The 10-day exhibition is being held at the Sunken Gardens in Sunder Nursery, with AKTC serving as the venue partner. Open from March 13 to March 22, 2026, between 11 am and 7 pm, the exhibition invites visitors to explore India’s living traditions through an engaging and immersive format.

This year’s theme, “Living Archives: Ritual, Performance and the City,” looks at heritage beyond traditional documentation. Instead, it presents heritage as something that continues to live through the rituals, practices, and everyday experiences of communities. By bringing together elements of tangible and intangible heritage, the exhibition highlights the Foundation’s ongoing work with communities to preserve India’s cultural legacy.

Visitors can experience the theme through a mix of photography, films, and installations that showcase three unique narratives. The first documents the Doli Yatra of Lord Rudranath in Uttarakhand, offering a closer look at the sacred pilgrimage and the devotion of the communities involved. The second focuses on Bhand Pather, the traditional folk theatre of Kashmir, presenting the history and cultural richness of this centuries-old performance tradition. The third narrative explores the idea of the city as a living archive through the ‘My City My Heritage’ initiative, showing how neighbourhood life and local communities shape the cultural identity of cities.

The exhibition also serves as the annual showcase of the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships. This initiative supports individuals who research and document lesser-known aspects of India’s heritage. Since the fellowship began, nine fellows have been recognised for their contributions toward cultural preservation.

The day began with the ‘Heritage Dialogue’, organised by InterGlobe Foundation along with Sahapedia and IndiGoReach. The forum brought together leaders from corporate, cultural, and academic sectors to discuss ways to strengthen support for India’s built and intangible heritage. The platform is designed as a long-term initiative that encourages collaboration and investment in heritage preservation while connecting it to the broader goals of sustainable development and responsible corporate participation.

The evening continued with the formal opening of the ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition at Sunder Nursery. Ms. Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson of InterGlobe Foundation, led the inauguration ceremony in the presence of cultural practitioners, institutional leaders, and heritage enthusiasts. The event concluded with a captivating Dastangoi performance at the historic Humayun’s Tomb Auditorium.

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Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson, InterGlobe Foundation, said, "The ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition reflects our deep commitment to protecting India’s diverse cultural legacy. This year's theme beautifully illustrates how our heritage is a living, breathing entity sustained by communities and their practices. Through the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships and the new Heritage Dialogue, we aim to foster a deeper appreciation for our vibrant traditions and inspire collective action required to ensure they thrive for generations to come.”

For more than a decade, InterGlobe Foundation has supported several important conservation and heritage initiatives through its partners. These include the conservation and cultural revival of Abdur Rahim Khan-I-Khanan’s mausoleum in Delhi, the cultural mapping and documentation of eighteen cities through the ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign, the restoration of the Indra Kund stepwell in Delwara, the tile restoration of Qutb Shah’s Mausoleum, and the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships.


Calvin Klein Signs at Migsun Mall Ghaziabad and the Fashion Mix Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Calvin Klein Signs at Migsun Mall Ghaziabad and the Fashion Mix Just Got a Lot More Interesting

By Hariharan U

Published on March 17, 2026

Migsun Mall in Ghaziabad just added a name to its retail roster that signals exactly where the mall is headed. Calvin Klein has signed a leasing agreement for a 1,114 sq ft space at the mall, bringing one of the world's most recognised fashion brands to a retail destination that has been steadily building its premium appeal.

Calvin Klein's identity, clean aesthetics, modern sensibility, and a design philosophy that has built a global following, fits naturally into what Migsun Mall has been trying to create. The brand speaks directly to urban consumers who value minimalism, quality, and globally relevant fashion, which is exactly the kind of audience the mall is positioning itself to attract.

Rajeev Srivastava, Leasing Head at Migsun Group, put the signing in context. "Retail today is as much about brand alignment as it is about physical space. Calvin Klein represents a global design philosophy that speaks to modern consumers, and we're pleased to have the brand join Migsun Mall. Our approach has been to create a retail ecosystem that feels relevant, uncluttered and experience-oriented rather than purely transactional. Each new signing is evaluated not just on brand strength, but on how well it contributes to the overall shopping journey. Calvin Klein adds a distinct, contemporary dimension to our fashion mix and strengthens the mall's positioning as a destination for refined, modern retail."

The signing also reflects a broader trend playing out across India's organised retail sector. Brands are becoming increasingly selective about the locations they choose, favouring destinations that offer strong footfall potential, a cohesive brand environment, and a shopping experience that feels curated rather than crowded. Migsun Mall's approach of evaluating brands not just on name recognition but on how well they contribute to the overall experience speaks to this shift.

For Ghaziabad, the arrival of Calvin Klein at Migsun Mall is a notable moment, adding a brand with genuine global weight to a retail market that continues to grow in both scale and ambition.


Rajnigandha Achievers Win Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Finals 2026 at Jaipur Polo Ground

Rajnigandha Achievers Win Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Finals 2026 at Jaipur Polo Ground

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on March 17, 2026

The Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Finals 2026 concluded on an exciting note at the Jaipur Polo Ground, with Rajnigandha Achievers emerging as the champions after a strong performance against Thunderbolts.

The prestigious event was attended by Hon'ble Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who joined as the Chief Guest. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson of Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development, was also present at the finals, adding to the significance of the occasion.

Several notable dignitaries attended the event, including Himanshu Kapania, Managing Director of Grasim Industries; Sanjay Seth, Member of Rajya Sabha; Naveen Jindal, Member of the Lok Sabha and Chairman of Jindal Steel, who also serves as the Captain of the Jindal Panther Polo Team; and Askaran K. Agarwala, Group Advisor, Birla Group Trusts & Special Community Projects.

The final match saw an engaging contest between Thunderbolts and Rajnigandha Achievers. The Thunderbolts team featured Sipahi Mukesh Gujar, Lt Col Vishal Chauhan, Major Mritunjay Chauhan (MS Chauhan), and Simran Singh Shergil. Rajnigandha Achievers fielded Aryaman Singh, a 14-year-old player with 19 tournament wins, along with Syed Shamsheer Ali, Dhruv Pal Godara, and Captain Daniel.

The match was played over four chukkas of 7.5 minutes each and was officiated by professional umpires from the Kingdom. Demonstrating consistent teamwork and control throughout the game, Rajnigandha Achievers secured a convincing 9–5 victory to lift the Aditya Birla Polo Cup 2026 title.

The final match not only showcased competitive polo but also highlighted the sport’s growing prominence in India, bringing together players, dignitaries, and enthusiasts for a memorable sporting evening at the Jaipur Polo Ground.

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