Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach is bringing the charm of leisurely outdoor picnics to its Sunday brunch at The Square. Inspired by the joy of relaxed gatherings, the experience combines familiar picnic favourites with interactive culinary stations in a family-friendly setting overlooking the Arabian Sea.

The specially curated spread features picnic baskets filled with sandwich rolls and fresh fruit skewers, alongside barbecue grills, sliders and flatbread stations. A refreshing lemonade station adds to the outdoor-inspired theme, while dessert offerings such as classic brownies, a chocolate fountain and DIY s’mores bring a playful touch to the afternoon.

Interactive live stations allow guests to explore freshly prepared dishes, adding variety to the brunch experience. Beyond the food, live singing and engaging activities for children create an inviting atmosphere for families and friends looking to spend their Sunday together.

Located at The Square, the brunch combines contemporary interiors, natural light and alfresco dining with views of the Arabian Sea. Pool access further complements the experience, offering guests an opportunity to unwind and enjoy a leisurely afternoon by the coast.

Designed around the nostalgia of traditional picnics, the Sunday brunch brings together food, entertainment and family activities in one setting.

Brunch Details:

• Venue: The Square, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach

• When: Every Sunday

• Timings: 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM

• Highlights: Interactive live stations, live singing, children's activities and pool access.

Loca Loka brought Hyderabad's hand-painted signboards, vintage photography and classic Indian movie-poster art into a contemporary creative setting with Loca Frame & Art, an event held at Spirit Connect on October 10, 2026.

Part of the brand's Loca Season 1 programme, the evening celebrated the city's visual culture through an exhibition of street lettering, live artistic demonstrations, a zine launch and interactive experiences. Curated by Hyderabad-based artist Mandakini Rao and photographer Kishor Krishnamoorthi, the event explored how everyday visual expressions preserve the city's memories, identities and creative traditions.

Hyderabad's Street Typography Takes Centre Stage

The exhibition, titled Handpainted Hyderabad, focused on the city's hand-made signage, from the lettering outside neighbourhood shops and tea stalls to the distinctive typography that has long shaped its streetscape.

Often encountered in everyday life, these signboards represent a form of visual communication created through craftsmanship rather than standardised digital design. By presenting them in an exhibition setting, Loca Frame & Art invited visitors to look again at familiar details of Hyderabad's urban landscape.

The event also featured live painting by artists associated with India's classic movie-poster and cinema-hoarding tradition. Vintage Canon cameras offered a glimpse into the evolution of photography, while a collective canvas invited guests to contribute to a shared artwork throughout the evening.

Another highlight was the launch of a new issue of Concorde Zine, adding an independent publishing dimension to the programme. A fireside chat with actor and entrepreneur Rana Daggubati was also part of the evening's schedule.

The Curators Behind the Frame

Artist Mandakini Rao, known for her watercolour work, mixed-media art, urban sketchbooks and streetscapes, has spent years documenting Hyderabad through drawings made at street level.

Photographer Kishor Krishnamoorthi documents contemporary Indian art and the artists behind it, capturing creative practices and moments that might otherwise pass from view. Together, their perspectives shaped an event centred on the relationship between a city's everyday imagery and its cultural memory.

The exhibition also brought Loca Loka's own identity into the visual narrative. Bottles from the brand were hand-painted by artists for the occasion and displayed alongside the street signs, connecting traditional lettering practices with contemporary brand expression.

Loca Season 1 Connects Hyderabad's Creative Communities

Loca Frame & Art forms part of Loca Season 1, a six-week programme bringing together Hyderabad's creative communities through invitation-only events held across October. The initiative is building towards a planned finale on Road No. 45 in mid-November, celebrating Loca Loka's launch in the city.

Co-founded by actor Rana Daggubati, composer Anirudh Ravichander and entrepreneur Sree Harsha Vadlamudi, Loca Loka positions the programme as a platform for people and communities driven by their craft.

By bringing street lettering, cinema art, photography, independent publishing and contemporary branding into one space, Loca Frame & Art highlighted the continuing relevance of Hyderabad's visual traditions within its evolving creative landscape.

About Loca Loka

Loca Loka is a premium tequila brand made from 100% Blue Weber agave. Co-founded by Rana Daggubati, Anirudh Ravichander and Sree Harsha Vadlamudi, the brand was conceptualised in India and is produced in Jalisco, Mexico, in collaboration with third-generation distillers.

Its name combines the Spanish word loca, meaning “crazy”, with the Sanskrit word loka, meaning “world”. The brand debuted in the United States and Southeast Asia in 2024 before entering India in November 2025. Its Blanco and Reposado expressions received Gold and Silver medals, respectively, at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025.

Loca Season 1 events are restricted to guests of legal drinking age, 21 and above in Telangana. Responsible drinking is encouraged.

Air India has announced the launch of non-stop flights between Delhi and Osaka, Japan, from February 2, 2027, strengthening air connectivity between India and Japan. With this addition, Air India will become the only airline operating non-stop services on the Delhi–Osaka route.

The airline will operate four weekly flights between Delhi and Kansai International Airport in Osaka using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Osaka will become Air India's second destination in Japan after Tokyo Haneda, which is currently served by daily flights from Delhi and four weekly flights from Mumbai.

The Boeing 787-8 aircraft deployed on the route features 18 full-flat beds in Business Class and 241 seats in Economy Class, offering passengers a choice of travel options between the two countries.

A Convenient Schedule for Travellers

The new service has been planned to support convenient travel between the two destinations. Flight AI360 will depart Delhi at 10:50 PM and arrive in Osaka at 9:50 AM the following day. The return service, AI359, will depart Osaka at 11:50 AM and reach Delhi at 6:20 PM on the same day.

The schedule will also provide onward connectivity to destinations across Air India's domestic and international network.

The addition of Osaka will give travellers greater flexibility when planning multi-city itineraries. Passengers will be able to fly into Osaka and return from Tokyo, or travel in the opposite direction, making it easier to explore Japan's popular Golden Route, which includes Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.

Japan's Growing Appeal Among Indian Travellers

The new route comes amid growing interest in Japan among Indian travellers. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, more than 315,000 Indian visitors travelled to Japan in 2025, marking a 35% increase over 2024 and nearly 80% growth compared with pre-pandemic levels.

Rising interest in Japan's cultural attractions, culinary experiences and leisure destinations, alongside strengthening business and people-to-people ties, continues to support travel demand between the two countries.

Air India's Delhi–Osaka service is expected to offer travellers another direct connection to Japan while supporting tourism and business travel. The flights are being progressively opened for bookings through Air India's official website, mobile app, customer contact centre, airport ticketing offices and travel agents worldwide.

Flight Schedule: Delhi–Osaka

All timings are local. (+1) indicates arrival on the following calendar day. Services commence on February 2, 2027.