Summit Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Anjila Yonzon as the Group General Manager – Sales, marking a proud moment for the brand and a milestone in Anjila’s 12-year journey with the group.

Anjila began her career with Summit in the reservations department, quickly making an impact with her communication skills, guest-first thinking, and strong industry relationships. Over the years, she has played an important role in expanding Summit’s sales reach across markets, driving partnerships, and strengthening the brand’s business presence.

In her new leadership role, Anjila will guide the group’s overall sales strategy, leading key accounts, partnerships, and growth initiatives across Summit’s expanding portfolio. Her deep understanding of market trends and customer needs is expected to further boost Summit’s presence in both leisure and business travel segments.

Known for her collaborative style and strategic mindset, Anjila continues to inspire her teams with her focus on excellence and people-first leadership. Her journey reflects Summit’s culture of recognising talent from within and growing future leaders.

Sharing her thoughts on the appointment, Anjila Yonzon said, “It has been a truly rewarding journey with Summit Hotels and Resorts, and I am deeply honored to step into this new role. Over the years, I've witnessed the brand's incredible growth and the strength of our people-driven culture. As we move forward, my focus will be on deepening relationships, expanding our market presence, and driving sales performance with renewed energy and purpose.”

Adding to this, Sumit Mitruka, Founder & CEO, Summit Hotels and Resorts, said, “Anjila's leadership, dedication, and deep understanding of the market make her a vital part of our leadership team. Her growth within the organization truly reflects the spirit of Summit. We are confident that her strategic insight and relationship-driven approach will further enhance our sales performance and strengthen the brand's presence across key markets.”

Summit Hotels and Resorts congratulates Anjila on this well-deserved elevation and looks forward to her continued leadership in strengthening the group’s sales vision.

The festive season has officially arrived in Noida with a spectacular new attraction. DLF Mall of India has unveiled India’s first-ever 33-foot Longines Christmas Tree, a grand installation that has instantly become the most visited and photographed spot in the mall.

Placed at the heart of the atrium, the glowing installation has filled the space with warmth, colour and festive charm. Ever since its reveal, families, children, and young visitors have been gathering around the tree to take photos and videos, making it one of the most widely shared festive highlights on social media this year. The Longines Christmas Tree is already being celebrated as Noida’s newest ‘Christmas Photo Point’.

The installation will stay open throughout Christmas and New Year, ensuring visitors can enjoy the festive vibe all season long. The mall is also hosting multiple engagement activities including BTS videos, user-generated content drives, and fun interactions to keep the celebrations lively and inclusive.

Sharing his thoughts on the overwhelming response, Shibli Khan, Vice President & Cluster Head, DLF Mall of India, said, “Christmas naturally brings people closer, and we wanted to create something that truly reflects that spirit. The Longines Christmas Tree has given our visitors a festive, welcoming space to enjoy the season. The response has been heartwarming, and it's wonderful to see how much joy this installation has brought to the community.”

As part of this special collaboration, Longines and DLF Mall of India have curated an elevated festive experience that blends luxury, design, and seasonal charm. The installation showcases Longines’ timeless elegance while reinforcing the mall’s reputation for partnering with premium global brands to create memorable festive celebrations.

With its glowing design and immersive festive setting, the Longines Christmas Tree has quickly emerged as the highlight of Noida’s holiday season—drawing large footfalls and becoming the go-to spot for capturing festive memories.

India celebrates a proud sporting milestone as Ashish Limaye, trained and supported by Embassy International Riding School (EIRS), clinches the country’s first-ever individual gold in eventing at the Asian Equestrian Championships. Riding his trusted partner Willy Be Dun, Limaye topped the table with an impressive score of 29.4, marking one of the biggest achievements for Indian equestrian sport in decades.

This historic win makes him the first Indian rider to secure an individual continental gold since 1982, a moment that has brought tremendous pride to the equestrian community.

Adding to the glory, Team India, featuring Ashish Limaye, Shashank Kanumuri, and Shashank Kataria—secured the silver medal with a combined score of 121.8, finishing just behind Thailand.

Speaking after his emotional win, Ashish shared, “It has been a long journey, but today it all seems worth it. Especially after the last Asian Games when I was leading and had a blank moment – it felt like I let everyone down. Today, this feels like a redemption. I am glad that Jitu Virwani, the Embassy Group, and Silva Storai of Embassy International Riding School still believed in me and my efforts. It takes a village to get here, and it's not just my effort... My family, my trainers – Carola Bierlein and Jerome Robine – and everyone that was a part of it directly or indirectly got us this medal... and on top of the list is my horse WILLY BE DUN!”

Embassy International Riding School (EIRS), under the leadership of Jitu Virwani, Chairman, Embassy Group, has played a pivotal role in Ashish’s journey. The school has consistently invested in world-class training, international exposure, and all-round rider development.

Silva Storai, Director at EIRS, highlighted his dedication and the team effort behind the win, appreciating the discipline and grit that brought this historic moment to India.

Ashish Limaye’s victory stands as a major inspiration for young riders across the country and reinforces India’s growing presence in global equestrian sport.