Tag: PIXEL

  • Jiostar fields big brands for Women’s World Cup 2025

    Jiostar fields big brands for Women’s World Cup 2025

    MUMBAI: Cricket isn’t the only thing hitting boundaries this season, brands are too. As the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 kicks off on 30th September, broadcaster and streaming partner Jiostar has unveiled a sponsorship squad as glittering as the trophy itself.

    From Google’s tech powerhouses: Gemini, Pay, Android and Pixel, to household giant HUL’s Rexona, banking behemoth SBI, and luxury authority IGI, the line-up underscores how women’s cricket has become the big-ticket stage for global and Indian brands alike. More names are set to join the roster in the weeks ahead.

    “We are thrilled to welcome this incredible mix of sponsors,” said JioStar chief revenue officer-sports Anup Govindan. “Each brings unique strengths and a shared vision to elevate women’s cricket worldwide. With these marquee partners, the tournament will inspire millions and open up high-impact engagement opportunities.”

    For IGI, the tie-up is more than branding. “Just as every diamond is shaped under pressure to shine, so too are these exceptional athletes,” said IGI’s global CEO Tehmasp Printer. “This partnership celebrates brilliance, authenticity, and women embracing their true shine on and off the field.”

    Running till 2 November, the World Cup brings together the best of women’s cricket, with India opening its campaign against Sri Lanka. Fans can watch every ball live on Star Sports or stream exclusively on Jiohotstar.

    This festive season, expect not just fours and sixes, but brand fireworks too.

  • Mitul Shah leapfrogs from Apple to Google

    Mitul Shah leapfrogs from Apple to Google

    MUMBAI: Apple’s loss is Google’s gain. The former’s head of consumer sales Mitul Shah has hopped onto Google as managing director – Google devices & services, India. He is leading Pixel’s sales and expansion in the country.

    Shah had worked at Apple for a good nine years, rising up the ranks as  head – assisted sales to head -consumer sales when he decided to move on from the innovative megacorp.

    Prior to that, Shah had also spent five years at Accenture, based in Gurgaon, working in sectors such as consumer goods and life sciences. He also had a stint with Infosys Technologies focusing on the areas of retail, CPG and logistics.

    Says Shah: “It’s an honor to be part of a company that’s at the forefront of innovation, and I’m particularly thrilled to be working on a product that has the potential to put the magic and power of AI in the pockets of millions of people across my beloved country. Pixel is not just another device. It’s an absolute privilege to be part of this story, to bring the best of Google to Indian consumers and build a more connected and empowered society. “