Former Australian bowler and influential coach Bruce Yardley died on Wednesday at the age of 71 after a battle with cancer.
Diversified company Wipro on Tuesday said it has acquired premium personal care brand Yardley's businesses in the UK and other select European nations for an undisclosed amount.
The heritage brand's journey from Bond Street to Sarjapur Road will give a facelift to Wipro's fast moving consumer goods portfolio.
Making strong inroads in the global acquisition arena, Indian companies have won many big ticket deals and acquisitions.
After acquiring brands such as Yardley from Procter & Gamble and Finesse and AquaNet from Unilever, Lornamead , the UK-based personal care products company, betting big on India.
Factbox on the fastest half centuries in Test cricket after Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq reached the mark in 21 balls against Australia in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.
It is not easy for an FMCG brand to make a comeback if it has been out of consumer's reckoning for some time. Moreover, a protracted battle between the owners and then closure of a large number of outlets at one go might have sent some very negative signals to many, says Sneha Bhattacharjee.
It's puzzling why Indian cos keep their acquired brands out of play.
As one entered the hotel porch in Perth, there was India's captain and his deputy engrossed in a chat like long-lost friends.
United Kingdom will go to the polls on Thursday. This election is being dubbed the most unpredictable of all time.
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