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Saxenas and Kumar law chambers signs US transport firm BLB carriers
NOIDA: India’s legal services export push gathered pace on Christmas Eve as Saxenas and Kumar law chambers LLP clinched a new US client, onboarding BLB carriers LLC for strategic legal advisory as the transport firm eyes business expansion in India.
The Noida-based firm said it will advise the American logistics company on contracts, agreements and regulatory compliance, while also providing ongoing legal and paralegal support for its operations within the Indian jurisdiction. The mandate covers contract drafting, vetting and negotiation, transport-sector advisory, expansion strategy and compliance under Indian law.
The deal adds another overseas name to the firm’s growing client list and underlines rising demand for Indian legal expertise among foreign companies seeking a foothold in the country.
Abhishek Saxena, founding partner at Saxenas and Kumar law chambers, called the tie-up a milestone in the firm’s international journey, saying the collaboration strengthens its cross-border practice and global footprint.
BLB carriers said the firm’s result-oriented approach and timely legal advice would support its strategic growth and help drive seamless international collaboration.
Founded in 2019, Saxenas and Kumar law chambers has built a pan-India presence advising public sector undertakings, corporates and institutions. Its practice spans criminal law, commercial and civil disputes, arbitration and ADR, taxation, intellectual property, MSME and labour law, corporate advisory, insurance and immigration.
With this latest US mandate, the firm signals its ambition to play on a bigger stage, stitching Indian legal know-how into global business plans and proving that legal services, like capital and commerce, are crossing borders faster than ever.
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.
