National, 29th April, 2026: Carib Brewery, the Caribbean’s most celebrated beer brand and a subsidiary of ANSA McAL, marked a significant milestone with the successful onboarding of its global brand ambassadors, Nicholas Pooran and Dwayne Bravo, at an exclusive launch event held in Lucknow, India. Both Trinidadian cricket icons are currently in India as part of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season – Pooran representing the Lucknow Super Giants and Bravo serving as Mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders.

Carib Premium Strong Beer officially launched in India in 2025 through Globus ANSA Private Limited, a joint venture between ANSA McAL and leading Indian spirits company Globus Spirits Ltd. Initially available in key cities across Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj. The launch marked a historic milestone coinciding with the 75th anniversary of Carib Beer, first brewed in 1950, and the brewery’s bold international expansion strategy.

Adrian Sabga, Managing Director, International and Business Development – Carib Brewery, commented, “To see Carib Premium Strong Beer on shelves in Uttar Pradesh, and now to bring Nicholas Pooran and Dwayne Bravo together in Lucknow during the IPL – it’s a proud moment for everyone at Carib and for Trinidad and Tobago. India was always our boldest move, and events like this remind us why we made it. This is what happens when you back your brand, back your people, and trust that cricket will always bring us together.”

Carib Premium Strong Beer, the brand’s Caribbean Original is a full-bodied lager with 8% alcohol by volume, crafted to show up inside India’s most alive moments. With a medium body and crisp, smooth finish, it belongs exactly where those moments happen, already in hand, already exactly where it should be. Priced at approximately ₹130 for a 500ml can, it has already earned strong early reviews from Indian consumers.

“When It Comes Alive”, that is the promise Carib Premium Strong Beer brings to India. Not a beer that creates the moment, but one that belongs inside it, when the six lands and the stadium erupts, when the biryani hits the table and conversation stops, when friends arrive at the door and nobody planned it.

Shekhar Swarup, Joint Managing Director and CEO – Globus Spirits Ltd, said, “This is not just an event of a global meet and greet but it’s the start of building a brand that truly belongs here. With cricket at its core and icons like Nicholas Pooran and Dwayne Bravo, we’re setting the stage for Carib to become a standout in India’s beer market.”

Antron Forte, Head of Brand Marketing – Carib Brewery, said, “This partnership is more than just a sponsorship; it represents the heart of Carib’s strategy – building brand equity through two cultural pillars that define who we are: Carnival and cricket. Their journey from local cricket grounds to global stadiums mirrors the very path Carib has taken.”

Cricket has long been the cultural thread connecting the Caribbean and India, and Carib Beer has always been woven into the fabric of Caribbean cricket. The brand’s partnership with Pooran and Bravo builds on this shared passion.

Nicholas Pooran, the explosive left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman from Trinidad and Tobago, has been retained by the Lucknow Super Giants. In the 2025 IPL season, Pooran scored 525 runs and led the tournament in sixes, cementing his place as one of the most dangerous batsmen in T20 cricket.

Dwayne Bravo, the legendary Trinidadian all-rounder and former West Indies captain, brings his iconic presence to the event as Mentor of the Kolkata Knight Riders. A beloved figure across India from his nine seasons with the Chennai Super Kings and his chart-topping anthem “Champion,” Bravo is one of the most recognizable Caribbean personalities in the country.

About Carib Brewery

Carib Brewery has been operating since 1947 and is the Caribbean’s most iconic beer brand. Carib Beer – the brewery’s flagship lager, first brewed in 1950 and now celebrating its 75th anniversary – is a Caribbean Original distributed to more than 30 countries. A subsidiary of ANSA McAL, one of the region’s leading conglomerates, Carib operates four breweries in Trinidad and Tobago, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, and the United States. In 2025, Carib Premium Strong Beer made history as the brand’s entry into India through the Globus ANSA joint venture – its most ambitious international expansion to date.

About Globus ANSA Private Limited

Globus ANSA Private Limited is a joint venture between Globus Spirits Limited and ANSA McAL, established to manufacture and distribute Carib Premium Strong beer across India. The venture combines Globus Spirits’ deep knowledge of the Indian market and distribution networks with Carib Brewery’s globally recognised brand and 75 years of brewing excellence.

The retail chain is eyeing 100-store milestone by June 2026

New Delhi, April 21^st, 2026 – Strengthening its footprint in National Capital region, GKB has innaugrated two new retail Stores in Motinagar, and Greenpark marking another step in the expansion strategy of the brand. With a legacy spanning over six decades, the luxury eyewear retailer, GKB is now moving towards its target of crossing 100 stores across India by mid-2026.

The newly launched stores introduce GKB’s  ‘lifestyle-first’ retail concept that redefines the traditional optical retail experience to deliver more immersive , design led retail experience. Both the new stores provide a comfortable and contemporary ambience, owing to an uncluttered design that provides a superior shopping experience. The design also mirrors the brand’s commitment to crafting spaces that are not only functional but also beautifully designed.

One of the primary aspects is the focus on advanced vision care, where customers can benefit from complete eye testing services conducted by qualified and trained optometrists, which will provide precise lens recommendations for customers’ needs, whether for blue light protection, digital fatigue, or progressive vision needs.

Speaking on this expansion, Priyanka Gupta, Director, GKB Opticals said, “Our aim is to focus on strategic growth rather than aggressive expansion always. After achieving this landmark of 90+ stores across the nation, we are all set to achieve the landmark of over 100 stores by this June, focusing on the right locations that match the premium credentials of the brand.”

 Adding another layer of service and convenience for customers, GKB Opticals’ sales staff is available for personalized styling services, where they will help customers select eyewear that not only suits their face type but also meets their lifestyle needs.

The much-anticipated biopic Shree BabaNeeb Karori Maharaj starring Subodh Bhave in the titular role is all set to hittheatres on April 24, 2026. The makers recently unveiled the teaser, offeringaudiences a glimpse into the divine life and spiritual journey of the reveredsaint, generating strong buzz across platforms.

Directed by Sharad Singh Thakur, thefilm promises a deeply emotional and spiritually enriching cinematicexperience. The teaser reflects a blend of devotion, mysticism, and powerfulstorytelling, with Subodh Bhave delivering a compelling transformation into therole of the legendary spiritual figure.

The film boasts a strong ensemble castincluding Hiten Tejwani, Samikssha Bhatnagar, Aniruddh Dave, Hemant Pandey,Rajesh Sharma, Milind Guna, Smita Tambe, Gourishankar, Aaartii Naagpal, GarimaAgarwal along with Mohit Gupta, Varsha Manikchand, and Hardeep Kaur in pivotalroles. DOP by Karthik Mallur.

Produced by Balram Garg, Balvir Singh,Sharad Singh Thakur, Khadag Singh Gaur, and Neelam Singh, the film is presentedby Anisha Films International in association with PC Jeweller, BSR FilmProductions, and Advance Technology. The All-India distribution is beinghandled by First Film Studios LLP.

The teaser hints at a visually richnarrative that captures the miracles, teachings, and timeless influence of BabaNeeb Karori Maharaj, aiming to resonate with audiences across generations. Withits devotional essence and cinematic scale, the film is poised to make asignificant impact at the box office.

With a powerful story, notableperformances, and spiritual depth, Shree Baba Neeb Karori Maharaj is gearing upto be one of the most talked-about releases of 2026.