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Continue reading →: The New Labour Codes — Deep Dive for the Hospitality Industry [Article 2]India’s labour-law transformation is the biggest regulatory reset in decades. While Article 1 from Hospitality Herald, explained the laws and broad implications, this second part focuses on practical implementation, hospitality-specific examples, financial impact, compliance strategy, and worker benefits — with all points supported by references. 1. Implementation Timeline & Current…
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Continue reading →: Understanding Hospitality Finance: Revenue vs. ProfitEvery business — whether it’s a luxury resort, a mid-market hotel, a cloud kitchen, or a fine-dining restaurant — survives on one crucial principle: Revenue is vanity. Profit is sanity. Cash flow is reality. To understand how money really moves through a business, let’s break down the full flow from…
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Continue reading →: Understanding OpEx, CapEx, RevEx, and FinEx in the Hospitality IndustryRunning a hotel or restaurant isn’t just about service excellence — it’s also about financial discipline. Every rupee spent fits into one of four key categories: Operating Expenditure (OpEx), Capital Expenditure (CapEx), Revenue Expenditure (RevEx), and Finance Expenditure (FinEx). Understanding these terms is crucial for owners, GMs, finance heads, and…
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Continue reading →: Madras Day — Celebrating the “Firsts” That Made Chennai What It Is TodayPublished by Hospitality Herald | Madras Day — August 22 Madras (today’s Chennai) was founded in 1639 when the English East India Company secured a coastal parcel at Madraspatnam and built Fort St. George. From that small trading post grew a city that shaped commerce, culture, education and civic life…
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Continue reading →: India at 79: A Journey of Freedom, Progress, and the Road AheadIndia’s tryst with freedom began at midnight on August 15, 1947, ending nearly two centuries of colonial rule. That moment set in motion a democratic experiment that would adopt a modern Constitution on January 26, 1950, and evolve into the world’s largest democracy. Encyclopedia Britannica+1 What We’ve Built Since 1947?…
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Continue reading →: From Quit India to Tariff Tussles: India’s Struggle for Sovereignty and Self-RespectToday, we stand at a poignant crossroads—reflecting on India’s historic cry for freedom in 1942 and grappling with new economic challenges in 2025. These two moments, decades apart, underscore a recurring theme in India’s story: the assertion of autonomy amid adversity. Quit India Movement: A Defiant Cry for Freedom 2025:…
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Continue reading →: India Pale Ale Day: A Global Toast to Bold Flavours and Brewing HeritageRaise your glasses — it’s India Pale Ale Day, a global celebration of one of the most iconic and flavour-packed beer styles in the world. IPAs have won the hearts of craft beer lovers with their intense hoppiness, bitter backbone, and bold character. But beyond the crisp taste lies a…
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Continue reading →: Hiroshima Day: Remembering the Past, Rebuilding for PeaceOn August 6, 1945, the world witnessed a tragedy unlike any before. At 8:15 a.m., the city of Hiroshima, Japan, was devastated by the first-ever atomic bomb used in warfare. In a matter of seconds, a thriving city was reduced to ashes, and thousands of lives were lost instantly —…
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Continue reading →: Key Changes in UPI, Banking, Insurance, and Financial Services Effective from August 1, 2025As the Indian economy continues its digital transformation, significant regulatory and operational changes have been introduced across the UPI system, banking, insurance, and broader financial sectors effective from August 1, 2025. These updates are aimed at improving transaction efficiency, enhancing customer protection, and strengthening systemic security. Here’s a detailed breakdown…
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Continue reading →: Bounced But Not Broken: How to Navigate Life After a Layoff?Across boardrooms and industries, from tech giants like TCS and Amazon to startups, media firms, and manufacturing units — pink slips are being handed out. The reasons vary: cost-cutting, automation, overhiring, restructuring, or AI replacing repetitive roles. But for the person on the receiving end of a layoff letter, the…
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Continue reading →: Weathering the Storm: How to Stay Relevant in an Era of Layoffs?The news cycle has become unsettling for many professionals — with layoffs making headlines across industries, including the hospitality sector, known for its volatility during global downturns, pandemics, and automation waves. While some of these job cuts are driven by cost optimization, others result from technological shifts, changing guest expectations,…
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Continue reading →: International Day of Friendship: Hospitality’s Strongest IngredientIn the hospitality world, friendship is more than just a word — it’s the invisible thread that weaves loyalty, comfort, and belonging into every guest experience. As we celebrate the International Day of Friendship on July 30, it’s a timely reminder that relationships — whether between guests and staff, coworkers,…
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Continue reading →: Lasagna Day: A Layered Classic That Still Steals the ShowIn the world of comfort food, few dishes evoke as much love and nostalgia as lasagna — rich, layered, and unapologetically indulgent. Lasagna Day, celebrated every July 29th, is more than just a tribute to pasta — it’s a celebration of culinary craftsmanship, family tradition, and the kind of food…
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Continue reading →: World Hepatitis Day 2025: Let’s Break It Down“Let’s break it down.” – That’s the powerful global theme for World Hepatitis Day 2025, observed annually on July 28th — and this year, the message is clear: To eliminate hepatitis, we must break down barriers to testing, treatment, vaccination, and awareness. Hepatitis may be a silent threat, but with…
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Continue reading →: World Tofu Day: Celebrating the Versatile Star of Plant-Based HospitalityFrom street food stalls in Asia to fine-dining plates in the West, tofu has earned its place as a culinary chameleon — humble, healthy, and endlessly adaptable. On World Tofu Day, we celebrate this ancient soy-based ingredient that has made its way into modern hospitality kitchens with growing popularity. Tofu…
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Continue reading →: Culinarians Day 2025: Honouring the Artists Behind Every PlateBehind every exquisite dish, every perfectly plated dessert, and every comforting meal served in a hotel or restaurant, there stands a dedicated culinarian — the craftsman of the kitchen, the artist of aroma, and the visionary of taste. Culinarians Day, celebrated every July 25th, is a day to salute these…
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Continue reading →: International Self-Care Day: Putting Wellbeing at the Heart of HospitalityIn a world that moves faster every day, self-care is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. Celebrated annually on July 24th, International Self-Care Day is a global reminder to pause, reflect, and prioritize wellbeing — both physical and emotional. For the hospitality industry, which thrives on delivering comfort…
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