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Hiranandani Sands Alibaug debuts branded serviced apartments under the Fern-Marriott collaboration. August 13, 2026 Hiranandani Communities has announced a landmark collaboration with The Fern Hotels & Resorts, under the Series by Marriott collaboration, to introduce branded serviced apartments at Hiranandani Sands, its integrated coastal township in Nagaon, Alibaug. Bringing together three trusted names, Hiranandani Communities, The Fern Hotels & Resorts, and Marriott International, the partnership marks a significant step towards integrating premium residential ownership with globally benchmarked, professionally managed hospitality experiences within a single integrated township. Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani and Mr. Suhail Puri during the signing ceremony for the collaboration between Hiranandani Communities and The Fern Hotels & Resorts, a Series by Marriott, in Mumbai The collaboration reflects a broader shift already underway in Indian real estate, one where value is increasingly defined not by space alone, but by the standard of living, service, and experience a home delivers. For Alibaug, long known as a weekend escape from Mumbai, the partnership signals a deliberate reimagining: from a seasonal getaway to a year-round lifestyle destination, backed by international hospitality standards and evolving connectivity and infrastructure. For homeowners, the offering goes beyond traditional real estate ownership. Residences are professionally managed under the Fern-Marriott partnership on a "lock-and-leave" model, an asset-light approach in which units can be rented out through the management company when not in personal use, subject to the applicable management and operating terms. Speaking on the collaboration, Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman, Hiranandani Communities, said, "India's homebuyer has evolved. They are no longer just purchasing four walls, they are investing in a way of living, a standard of service, and a lifestyle experience. This collaboration with The Fern Hotels & Resorts and Marriott brings exactly that to Alibaug, globally benchmarked hospitality, integrated seamlessly into a home you own. We've always believed real estate should serve the life being lived within it, not just the structure itself. Alibaug is already an established tourism and hospitality destination; with improving connectivity and infrastructure, it is now evolving into a year-round lifestyle and real estate destination, creating a natural bridge between leisure, hospitality and long-term living. This partnership is our commitment to being part of that evolution - for our residents, for guests, and for the local community that will grow alongside it." Mr. Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International, also joined the occasion virtually, marking Marriott International's participation in the collaboration. Designed as a hospitality-led residential ecosystem, the offering at Hiranandani Sands is built to reduce the traditional dependence on weekend tourism in Alibaug, with the potential to attract long-stay guests, digital nomads and international travellers throughout the year. This shift aims to support more consistent hospitality-led economic activity in the region, rather than the seasonal peaks and troughs that have historically characterised coastal tourism markets in Maharashtra. Beyond individual ownership, the development is designed with a broader community and sustainability mandate - supporting local artisans and craftsmanship, showcasing coastal cuisine and cultural traditions, and encouraging engagement with nearby heritage sites and natural reserves. Sustainability remains integral to the development philosophy, with initiatives focused on green-certified design, renewable energy adoption, water conservation, biodiversity preservation and responsible coastal development. With this collaboration, Hiranandani Communities reinforces a positioning it has held for decades - not merely as a real estate developer, but as an enabler of how India lives, experiences and engages with places. The partnership sets a precedent for integrating global hospitality standards into Indian townships without compromising community impact or environmental responsibility. About Hiranandani Communities South Asians & Diaspora It is one of India's most respected real estate development companies, known for pioneering integrated township developments across residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, education and healthcare. With over four decades of experience, the company has developed more than 34 million sq. ft. of residential space and 14.74 million sq. ft. of commercial space, with landmark developments in Powai (Mumbai), Thane, Panvel, and Chennai. The Group has consistently set benchmarks in urban planning, sustainable design and community-centric development for over four decades. About Hiranandani Sands, Alibaug Spread across 225 acres at Nagaon, Alibaug, Hiranandani Sands is a hospitality-centric coastal township initiative by Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, offering an integrated ecosystem of premium residences, branded hospitality and lifestyle amenities designed for coastal living. Envisioned as a year-round coastal lifestyle destination, Hiranandani Sands integrates residential living, hospitality, wellness, leisure and community experiences within a thoughtfully planned ecosystem.

Delta passenger spoofs Wi-Fi in the Air (pro tip: don't do this). Of all the places to be skeptical of a strange Wi-Fi network, the inside of a plane in flight should be high on the list, especially during the week of Black Hat and DEF CON. August 12, 2026 What happens on the flight back from Vegas definitely doesn't stay in Vegas, and an attendee of the cybersecurity conferences held there last week is now on a glide path to learning that the hard way. Not long after Delta Air Lines flight 591 departed Las Vegas for Atlanta on Monday, a member of its flight crew sent a message to the airline reporting a Wi-Fi problem. As logged by Airframes, a data-sharing site for transportation enthusiasts, it read: "HEY ALERT CORP SECURITY WE HAVE A PAX ON THAT HAS CREATED A SCAM WIFI CALLED DELTA WIFI FAST WE BELIEVE THEY ARE TRYING TO SCAM THE OTH PAX." The all-caps doesn't mean the pilot was shouting. ACARS (short for Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System), a messaging system that Delta and other airlines use, dates to the 1970s. Unlike other legacy services employed at places like the Navy or the National Weather Service, it's yet to be updated to support mixed-case content. You May Also Like Keep Watching The Disturbing Truth About Unsecured Cameras ACARS also transmits everything in the clear, so people could see the next messages sent from that Boeing 757, typos and all: ("LAS" is the airport code for Harry Reid International Airport in Vegas, "pax" is shorthand for "passengers," and "FA" for "flight attendant.") Delta spokesperson Morgan Durrant sent a statement from the Atlanta-based carrier Tuesday reiterating that no actual hack happened: "Safety of flight was never in question and no aircraft operating systems were affected. We are fully investigating to gather a complete set of facts, which will take time. We will partner with federal law enforcement and aviation regulators to ensure the incident is thoroughly investigated. We thank our crew for their professionalism and our customers for their understanding." Durrant added that the rogue Wi-Fi network was only active briefly, while the crew shut off the real Wi-Fi service for about half an hour. Creating a fake Wi-Fi network can be easy enough with a specialized router called a Wi-Fi Pineapple, but it is not smart to do. Especially not on a plane. The attendee or attendees of Black Hat or DEF CON-with smaller side events, they're collectively known as "hacker summer camp"-are in for a lot of trouble should Delta and police investigators identify them. As The Register noted, in 2015 the FCC posted a reminder that intentionally interfering with Wi-Fi networks is a crime. A year earlier, the commission fined Marriott $600,000 for one resort's practice of jamming signals from customers' mobile hotspots. Delta, in turn, would be well within its rights to put the perpetrators on its own no-fly list. Delta passengers should bear in mind that the only network they should connect to onboard, as documented by the airline, is DeltaWiFi.com. That's free to use with a membership in Delta's free SkyMiles frequent-traveler program and has been so since 2023. While Delta's inflight bandwidth comes at no charge, it's nowhere near as fast as the Starlink Wi-Fi now offered by such Delta competitors as Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Last year Delta announced plans to switch to Amazon Leo, provided by satellites in low Earth orbits like those of SpaceX's service. But after setbacks for Leo that include an on-pad explosion of the biggest rocket booked to launch its satellites, Delta passengers will have to wait longer than the airline's initial goal of 2028 to see half of its planes upgraded. About its expert. Rob Pegoraro Contributor Experience Rob Pegoraro writes about interesting problems and possibilities in computers, gadgets, apps, services, telecom, and other things that beep or blink. He's covered such developments as the evolution of the cell phone from 1G to 5G, the fall and rise of Apple, Google's growth from obscure Yahoo rival to verb status, and the transformation of social media from CompuServe forums to Facebook's billions of users. Pegoraro has met most of the founders of the internet and once received a single-word email reply from Steve Jobs. Latest By Rob Pegoraro

Bringing the spirit of Onam to every table: JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar's curated Sadya experience. Mumbai: Known for turning every season into a memorable culinary affair, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar is bringing the spirit of Onam to life with a celebration that goes far beyond the dining table. This year, the hotel transforms Kerala's most cherished festive feast into an experience that travels, with beautifully curated Sadya boxes available through Marriott Bonvoy On Wheels for festive gifting, office celebrations, and intimate gatherings at home, and a grand festive finale with an expansive Onam Sadya Lunch at JW Café. Running from 16th to 26th August, Marriott Bonvoy On Wheels presents a beautifully reimagined 26-dish Onam Sadya that honours tradition while embracing the ease of modern celebrations. Available on pre-order with a minimum lead time of 24 hours, the Sadya is served in a 12-compartment banana leaf-lined bento box that captures the ritual, flavours, and balance of a classic feast in a format designed to be enjoyed anywhere, without losing its authenticity. Inside, every compartment tells a story of Kerala's rich culinary heritage, from Palakkadan Matta Rice with Parippu and Kerala ghee to comforting Sambar, creamy Avial, earthy Thoran, delicate Olan, Kalan, refreshing Pachadis, crisp banana chips, sharkara varatti, pappadam, inji puli, and mango pickle, before ending, as every great Sadya should, with a warm serving of Ada Pradhaman. The celebrations conclude on 26th August with a special Onam Lunch at JW Café, where the festive spirit comes alive in its most traditional form. Bringing together authentic flavours, festive hospitality, and the joy of gathering around a shared meal, it marks the perfect finale to the hotel's Onam celebrations. More than a festive feast, the Onam Sadya is a celebration of heritage, community, and the simple joy of sharing a meal. With experiences designed both for home and the hotel, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar brings the spirit of Kerala's harvest festival to every kind of celebration. What: Onam Sadya When: 16th August - 26th August 2026 MBOW; Special Lunch at JW Café on 26th August Where: JW Café on 26th August