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Never Grow Up launches The Monday Bar energy snack
New nutraceutical bar with ashwagandha and zero added sugar targets daily work stress.
MUMBAI: The Monday Bar just turned the most dreaded day of the week into something almost bearable because when your energy comes without the crash, even Mondays start feeling like a plot twist. Never Grow Up has introduced The Monday Bar, a nutraceutical energy bar formulated specifically for the sustained mental and physical demands of modern working life rather than short bursts of intensity. Unlike conventional energy snacks loaded with sugar, the bar uses zero added sugar or preservatives and relies on stress-conscious botanicals Jatamansi, Valerian Root and Ashwagandha to support steady energy while respecting the body’s need for balance.
Never Grow Up sssociate director Abhishek Hawal said, “Fatigue isn’t just physical, it’s deeply mental. The pressure to stay switched on, make constant decisions, and perform 100 per cent adds up over time. The Monday Bar supports the part of the workday that often gets ignored: mental steadiness. Not with a sugary quick fix, but with something people can rely on, day after day.”
The launch reflects years of observing how work culture has evolved rising mental load, constant stimulation, shrinking recovery time and responds with a product designed as an everyday staple rather than an occasional boost. By choosing ingredients that promote calm focus over temporary highs, the bar aligns with growing consumer awareness around long-term health, ingredient transparency, and work-life sustainability.
In a world that still wears exhaustion like a badge, The Monday Bar quietly asks a smarter question, what if the real productivity hack isn’t pushing harder, but staying steadier? One bite at a time, it’s proving that sometimes the best way to conquer Monday is to outlast it without the crash landing.
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Devyani International names Sandeep Anand, Robinder Singh in key roles
Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee businesses see leadership refresh from April
MUMBAI: Devyani International has strengthened its senior leadership bench with a fresh set of appointments across its key brands, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee, signalling a sharper focus on growth and brand momentum.
The company has appointed Sandeep Anand as chief marketing officer and business head for Pizza Hut. His appointment, approved by the board via a circular resolution on April 3, follows a recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as reported by CNBC-TV18. Anand will officially step into the role on April 6, 2026.
He takes over from Vijay Gogate, who currently serves as chief executive officer for Pizza Hut within the company’s operations. The move marks a strategic transition as the brand looks to sharpen its marketing and business playbook in a competitive quick service restaurant market.
Anand brings over two decades of experience across the food and FMCG sectors, with a strong track record in brand building and innovation. His career spans roles at major consumer-facing companies including Domino’s, Zydus Wellness, Zomato, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Reckitt and Ranbaxy, giving him a well-rounded perspective on both scale and agility.
Alongside this, Robinder Singh has been appointed business head for Costa Coffee and the company’s airport operations. He too will assume his new role on April 6, bringing more than 18 years of experience in operations, business expansion and customer experience transformation.
The twin appointments come at a time when Devyani International is doubling down on leadership depth to steer its portfolio through evolving consumer preferences and heightened competition. With fresh faces at the helm of two key verticals, the company appears set to brew up its next phase of growth with renewed energy.
