

GNFZ Conference Drives India’s Net Zero Transition
The Global Network for Zero (GNFZ), the world’s leading independent net zero certification body, successfully hosted the Net Zero Deep Dive Conference 2025 at ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru. The event brought together over 300 industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts to advance India’s net zero goals.With the theme “Net Zero – From Aspiration to Action,” discussions focused on practical decarbonisation strategies, addressing regulatory challenges, financing needs, and technology adoption. With 70 per cent of India’s urban infrastructure yet to be built by 2047, the event..

MMRDA to Grant Systra Fresh Hearing as Directed by HC
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has stated that it will grant a fresh hearing to Systra India and issue a “speaking order” following the Bombay High Court’s directive.On Tuesday, the High Court set aside MMRDA’s termination of Systra India’s contract, stating that the decision was made without assigning reasons. The court directed MMRDA to reconsider the matter after allowing the company to present its case.In a statement on Wednesday, MMRDA confirmed its commitment to following the court’s directive. “MMRDA fully respects the court’s decision and w..

IHCL to Open Taj Hotel in Alibaug
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed a new hotel in Alibaug, Maharashtra, set to be branded as a Taj hotel. The 156-key Taj Alibaug Resort & Spa will feature an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty Konkan Café, a bar, and a lobby lounge. It will also offer over 8,500 sq. ft. of banqueting space, a swimming pool, a fitness centre, and Taj’s J Wellness Spa. Suma Venkatesh, EVP – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, highlighted Alibaug’s growing appeal due to its proximity to Mumbai and Pune, infrastructure, and improved connectivity, making it a key leisure and events destinati..