Brands
Rishabh Pant rides in as brand ambassador of Hercules
Mumbai: Hercules, a homegrown bicycle brand from the stable of TI Cycles of India, has on-boarded Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant as its brand ambassador to promote the cycling culture amongst urban teenagers of the country.
Being one of the most promising young cricketers and captain of the Delhi Capitals team in the Indian Premiere League and part of India’s T20 World Cup squad, Pant is admired by millions of fans all across the cricketing world. The association will surely shape the perspective towards cycling and outdoor adventure for the urban youth who idolise cricket and sports in the country, said the brand in a statement.
“Hercules has always been a choice for young boys who wish to discover their spirit of adventure and exploring with friends through cycling,” said TI Cycles of India president KK Paul. “In a similar manner, Rishabh Pant, as an athlete has influenced teenage boys to pursue their goals with passion and determination. With this association, we are on a journey to support that inspiration to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals, relentlessly.”
Hercules strives to fulfill the bicycling needs of the urban teenage boys of the country. Over the years, the brand has introduced a range of cycles such as Top Gear, Rockshox, Dynamite, Brut, Street Cat series, to name a few, said the statement.
“Bicycles were such an integral part of my childhood and I have many fond memories associated with it. I used one to get to school and then to cricket practice, and it was always something that gave me a sense of freedom,” said Pant. “I personally believe that cycling is one of the best ways to bring out the adventure in you and spend more time being active outdoors, hence, I am eager to contribute in my way to educate and encourage our young boys towards adventure through Hercules.”
Brands
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.
