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Manoj Kothiyal named CBO and global head of AI at LTIMindtree
MUMBAI: LTIMindtree has brought a seasoned AI strategist into its top leadership, appointing Manoj Kothiyal as chief business officer and global head of AI. The move signals the company’s intent to put artificial intelligence firmly at the heart of its next growth chapter.
Kothiyal steps into the role after more than a decade at Boston Consulting Group, where he was a managing director and partner. Known for translating complex data science into real business results, he has worked across industries to deliver large-scale digital and AI transformations.
At LTIMindtree, Kothiyal will shape global business strategy while leading the company’s AI initiatives. His focus will be on helping enterprises move beyond experimentation and adopt AI in ways that are practical, responsible and scalable.
“I’m excited to share that I’ve joined LTIMindtree as Chief Business Officer and Global Head of AI,” Kothiyal said. “After 11 wonderful years at BCG, I’m looking forward to helping organisations build AI-first strategies that create meaningful business impact.”
During his time at BCG, Kothiyal played a key role in digital manufacturing and supply chain innovation. He also founded Snow AI, a next-generation analytics platform that uses machine learning and generative AI to help companies simulate scenarios, optimise supply chains and make faster decisions.
Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles at WNS and Absolutdata, where he built and scaled data science teams and delivered analytics programmes across global markets.
With Kothiyal on board, LTIMindtree is betting on experience, clarity and a touch of curiosity to turn AI ambition into everyday business value.
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ITC Sunfeast Farmlite launches Sugar Free Cookies range
New variants offer guilt-free indulgence for health-conscious snackers.
MUMBAI: ITC Sunfeast Farmlite is sweetening the deal for biscuit lovers who want to have their cookie and eat it too without the sugar. The better-for-you biscuits range from ITC Foods has expanded its portfolio with the launch of an all-new Sugar Free Cookies line, aligning with the company’s vision of ‘Help India Eat Better’. The range is designed for consumers who are rethinking sugar in their daily snacking but refuse to compromise on taste and indulgence.
The collection debuts with two tempting variants: Choco Nut Cookies and Hazelnut & Oats Cookies. Both are a source of protein and contain no trans-fat, while the Hazelnut & Oats variant is also lactose-free.
ITC Ltd. vice president (marketing), biscuits, foods division, Suraj Kathuria said, “At Sunfeast Farmlite, we believe mindful snacking should never come at the cost of indulgence. With this launch, we are catering to the growing need for guilt-free snacking while delivering a rich, satisfying cookie experience.”
ITC Ltd. vice president & head of food sciences for foods division Dr Shantanu Das added, “We have applied robust food science to develop cookies that are sugar-free while preserving the taste and texture consumers love.”
Each cookie comes in convenient single-serve packs to maintain texture and freshness. Both variants are available in 100g packs priced at ₹100 and can be found on quick-commerce platforms including Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto.
In a market increasingly leaning towards healthier choices, ITC Sunfeast Farmlite’s new Sugar Free Cookies prove that cutting sugar doesn’t mean cutting joy. For the health-conscious yet indulgent snacker, this could be the perfect bite-sized solution.
