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The Leela Palace Jaipur crafts a literary escape for JLF
JAIPUR: As Jaipur readies itself for another whirl of words, wit and worldviews, The Leela Palace Jaipur is turning the Jaipur Literature Festival into an experience that lingers well beyond the final applause. Its newly unveiled offering, A Literary Sojourn, blends festival fervour with palace-bred calm, inviting guests to enjoy ideas by day and indulgence by night.
Set amid the gentle folds of the Aravalli hills, the two-night residency is designed for travellers who like their culture curated and their comfort uncompromised. Guests wake to leisurely global breakfasts at The Aravalli Dining Room before stepping seamlessly into the buzz of JLF, courtesy VIP festival passes, priority assistance and coordinated transfers that remove all logistical fuss.
What sets the experience apart is access beyond the obvious. The stay includes an invitation to the Writers’ Ball, the festival’s much-anticipated closing celebration, where conversations continue long after the microphones are switched off and literature feels personal again.
Back at the Palace, the pace softens. Evenings unfold with signature cocktails at Amber Terrace, followed by a specially curated dining experience in the Palace’s newly opened spaces, where flavour, craftsmanship and setting take centre stage. A Jaipur Literature Festival keepsake offers a tangible memory of the journey, while a 30-minute rejuvenating foot ritual at Aujasya, The Leela’s wellness sanctuary, provides a welcome pause after days rich in ideas and encounters.
Rooted in The Leela’s philosophy of atithi devo bhava, a literary sojourn is less about ticking boxes and more about savouring moments. It offers a fresh way to experience one of the world’s most celebrated literary gatherings, wrapped in heritage, warmth and contemporary luxury, even for those who do not usually read past the first page.
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RR Kabel expands FMEG portfolio with kitchen appliances and air coolers
Company forays into mixers, cooktops and hand blenders under RR Signature brand.
MUMBAI: RR Kabel has just cooked up something new and it’s not just another wire. The leading wires and cables manufacturer has announced a significant expansion of its Fast-Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) portfolio by entering the kitchen appliances segment and strengthening its air coolers range under the premium RR Signature brand. The company has introduced Mixer Grinders, Electric Cooktops (both Induction and Infra-Red variants), and Hand Blenders. These products mark RR Kabel’s strategic foray into everyday kitchen essentials, allowing it to reach deeper into Indian households beyond traditional electrical categories.
The Induction and Infra-Red Cooktops are seeing particularly strong demand amid global developments affecting LPG pricing and supply. Consumers are increasingly shifting to electric cooking for its energy efficiency, precise control, and safety features. RR Signature is reinforcing its ‘Aapke Kaam Ki Baat’ promise with best-in-class warranties across the range.
The company also plans to introduce additional kitchen appliance categories in FY26-27. In parallel, it has expanded its Air Cooler portfolio with new Industrial (Semi-Commercial) models featuring higher tank capacities and superior air throw, catering to both commercial users and households seeking powerful cooling during intensifying summers.
RR Kabel executive director Mahhesh Kabra said, “Our expansion into kitchen appliances allows us to connect with consumers at more touchpoints in their daily lives, while our expanded air cooler range addresses the rising need for effective cooling solutions. These launches reflect our continued focus on quality, innovation, and market relevance.”
By stepping into kitchen appliances and enhancing its cooling solutions, RR Kabel is wiring itself more deeply into Indian homes proving that even a cables company knows how to heat things up in the kitchen and keep things cool elsewhere. The move positions the brand for broader growth as it evolves from wires to a more complete home solutions player.
