Brands
Alpenliebe introduces Mango flavour to its Popfills lollipop range
Mumbai: As the summer heat begins to rise, Alpenliebe, one of the legacy brands from the house of Perfetti Van Melle, announces the addition of the Mango dlavour to its delectable Alpenliebe Popfills range of lollipops.
In August 2022, Alpenliebe Popfills revolutionized the lollipop experience by offering consumers the ‘best of both worlds’: a lollipop that combines the classic crunch of a candy’s exterior with a center that is smooth and creamy, providing a delightful ‘Lick & Chomp’ sensation. Building upon the success of the original caramel flavour, Alpenliebe Popfills has unveiled its newest Mango flavoured lollipop.
Evoking the essence of summer with every lick, Alpenliebe Popfills Mango flavoured lollipop promises to transport taste buds to a tropical paradise. Packed with the irresistible sweetness of ripe mangoes, this luscious treat provides an indulging escape from the summer heat.
Commenting on the new launch, Perfetti Van Melle India (PVMI) marketing director Gunjan Khetan said, “Alpenliebe is thrilled to expand its Popfills lollipop range with the introduction of Mango flavour. Every summer, kids eagerly anticipate the arrival of mango season, and with Popfills Mango, they can now relish the delightful essence year-round! We are excited to bring the joy Alpenliebe Popfills Mango to our valued customers across India.”
The new offering of Alpenliebe Popfills Mango flavoured lollipop is now available at your nearby stores at a price point of Rs 5.
Brands
IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
