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Cycle Pure Agarbathies take Ind-SL series ground sponsorship
MUMBAI: Cycle Pure Agarbathies, India’s leading incense brand, has come in as ground associate sponsor for the upcoming India-Sri Lanka men’s cricket tournament consisting of 5 ODIs and 1 T-20 international from 21 July.
Cycle Pure Agarbathies has also announced the setting up of the ‘Cycle Agarbathies Quality Performer of the Series’ award to be given away to the most consistent performer of the cricket series, who also demonstrates true sportsman like behaviour.
Zeel chief sales officer Ashish Sehgal said, “We are delighted to have a trusted and traditional brand like Cycle Pure Agarbathies on board as the associate sponsor for the India Sri Lanka cricket series. We believe that this series will be one of the best international cricket series for India and our partnership vindicates the stand that it will be good for advertisers too, I am confident that together we will create a wonderful experience for the cricket fan.”
Parallel to the cricket series, Cycle Pure Agarbathies will also run a contest in retail wherein an exclusive group of retailers will be selected for the contest who will nominate their favourite cricketers for the ‘Cycle Agarbathies Quality Performer of the Series’ award. Cycle Pure Agarbathies intends to create a lasting bond between the retailers and the company to forward the sales of the organisation and build on the uniform passion for cricket that connects India.
Cycle Pure Agarbathies MD Arjun Ranga said, “Cycle stands for quality; wherein in cricket quality is not just runs scored, or wickets taken. Thus, Cycle believes in quality as a combination of quality of performance and quality of on field behaviour, which is reflected in the recently instituted Cycle Agarbathies Quality Performer of the Series award.”
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PwC India announces leadership change in Deals practice
Shashank Jain steps down as co-leader after nearly three decades with the firm.
MUMBAI: When one dealmaker steps off the pitch, another is ready to take the baton because in the fast-moving world of transactions, the game never really stops. PwC India has announced a leadership transition in its Deals practice, with Shashank Jain stepping down from his role as co-leader to pursue an opportunity in the industry. The practice will continue to be led by Mohit Chopra, ensuring continuity and sustained growth momentum.
PwC India partner and leader for advisory dinesh Arora paid tribute to Jain’s contributions. “We deeply appreciate the significant contributions made by Shashank over close to three decades he has spent with PwC, particularly his defining role in shaping and strengthening our Transaction Services practice in India,” he said. Arora highlighted Jain’s support for clients through some of the most complex and significant transactions in the Indian market, noting his deep technical expertise, sound judgment and nuanced understanding of the evolving M&A landscape.
The Deals practice remains a key growth driver for PwC India, and the firm expects continued expansion under Mohit Chopra’s leadership. He will continue to guide clients through complex transactions and transformational business moments, building on the strong foundation established over the years.
Reflecting on his journey, Shashank Jain said, “I have had an exceptional journey at PwC. I owe my growth and learning to the nurturing environment and leadership development that PwC provided.” He added that he had been working closely with Mohit and the larger team to ensure a smooth transition and expressed confidence that Chopra would take the Deals practice to newer heights.
From intern to respected deals leader, Shashank Jain has clearly closed many successful transactions and now, it seems, he’s ready to strike a new deal of his own.
