Hello Faheem,
Heat is not really a concern as the outer parts of electric kettles remain cool enough not to burn, at least the ones made of plastic. The fancy ones made of metal may become hot, but the bottom of the kettle is always made of plastic and remains cool.
Many hotel rooms here in France have an electric kettle with a “courtesy tray” containing tea, Nescafé and creamer and it is a nice touch. I would not be concerned by damage from the heat, but old tea bags are messy so I would keep it in the kitchen :S
I would choose the Philips as it looks nicer 
but I have no idea of what the price difference is for India.