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From Detroit to Delhi: Little Caesars® Expands Global Footprint with Launch in India

Little Caesars, the world’s third-largest pizza chain, is officially expanding to India, marking its 30th country of operation. With its first location set to open in a premium location in Delhi NCR in the month of June, 2025, Indian pizza lovers will now get to experience the brand’s iconic HOT-N-READY® pizza, known for its high quality, affordability, and convenience.

Little Caesars entry into India reflects the brand’s ongoing commitment to global growth, bringing its signature menu and exceptional value to a new market of pizza enthusiasts. The brand’s first restaurant in Delhi NCR is just the beginning, with plans for additional locations to follow.

"Launching in India marks an exciting milestone for Little Caesars as we expand into our 30th country. With our delicious pizzas and unbeatable value, we're eagerly anticipating introducing a unique menu that we believe will captivate India," said Paula Vissing, President, Global Retail. "Our mission has always been to offer delicious, high-quality food at exceptional prices, and we can't wait to introduce Little Caesars to families, students, and busy professionals throughout India."

Little Caesars is bringing their iconic pizza to India, offering an exciting new take on high-quality, affordable pizza. The brand has created an entirely new and unique menu exclusively for guests in India, blending its signature quality and value with bold, local flavors. With this innovative menu, affordable pricing, and a focus on convenience, Little Caesars is ready to become a go-to dining destination for pizza lovers across the country. By embracing the rich culinary heritage of India while staying true to its commitment to great taste and incredible value, Little Caesars is set to make a lasting impact in this dynamic market.

Little Caesars expansion into India is led by Harnessing Harvest— a franchisee powered by nearly nine decades of legacy in the Indian food and hospitality industry. Backed by an enterprise highly valued and respected for generations of consumer trust, Harnessing Harvest brings unmatched understanding of the Indian market, evolving palates, and local consumer behavior. With deep industry roots and a proven track record, Harnessing Harvest ensures that Little Caesars global promise of quality, value, speed, and family orientation is thoughtfully adapted to India’s dynamic culinary landscape. As rising incomes and global tastes reshape dining habits, consumers seek out international brands. This relationship marks the beginning of a consumer experience that is both iconic and locally irresistible.

Little Caesars arrival in India continues the brand’s impressive international growth, with recent launches in markets such as Cambodia and Kuwait. As it establishes itself in India, Little Caesars aims to become an integral part of the community, offering a delicious and affordable dining option for all.

Red Wings Sign Goaltender Michal Postava To Two-Year, Entry-Level Contract

Ilitch Companies Volunteers Lead Recess Play Day in Detroit with Playworks Michigan

Red Wings Sign Jesse Kiiskinen to Three-Year, Entry-Level Contract

Forward Recorded 44 Points in 46 Games with HPK in Finland’s SM-Liiga in 2024-25

The Detroit Red Wings today signed forward Jesse Kiiskinen to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Kiiskinen, 19, spent the entire 2024-25 season with HPK in Finland’s SM-Liiga and ranked among the team leaders with 14 goals (T3rd), 30 assists (1st), 44 points (1st), a plus-six rating (T1st), 30 penalty minutes (6th), seven power play goals (2nd), 19 power play points (1st), three game-winning goals (T2nd) and 160 shots (1st) in 46 games. His 44 points were the most of any under-20 skater in Finland’s top professional league. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound forward played the majority of the 2023-24 season with the Lahti Pelicans in Finland’s SM-Liiga, recording 10 points (4-6-10) and eight penalty minutes in 38 regular-season games. He also played in six postseason contests with the Pelicans, helping the team reach the championship round for the second-consecutive season. Additionally, Kiiskinen tallied one goal in six Champions Hockey League games with the Pelicans. Kiiskinen also spent time with the Pelicans’ under-20 squad in 2023-24, logging 21 points (14-7-21), a plus-13 rating and six penalty minutes in eight regular-season games, along with three assists in three playoff matchups in Finland’s top junior league.

Originally selected by the Nashville Predators in the third round (68th overall) of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, Kiiskinen made his professional debut with the Pelicans in 2022-23, tallying one assist, a plus-two rating and two penalty minutes in seven games. He also skated in one game with Heinolan Peliitat in Finland’s second-highest professional league during the 2022-23 campaign. In total, Kiiskinen compiled 89 points (47-42-89) and 14 penalty minutes in 79 games with the Pelicans’ under-20 team, in addition to 38 points (19-19-38) and 10 penalty minutes in 31 games with the under-18 squad and 30 points (15-15-30) and 18 penalty minutes in 28 games at the under-16 level. On the international stage, the Hollola, Finland, native helped his country win a silver medal at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, recording seven points (6-1-7) in seven games. Kiiskinen also competed at the 2023 IIHF World Under-18 Championship, logging five points (3-2-5) in five games. He also captured a bronze medal with Finland at the 2022 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, collecting four points (2-2-4) in five appearances.

Detroit Tigers Partner with UMPS CARE Charities to Host Leadership Clinic at Wayne State University

Complimentary six-week program provides social and emotional skill building for teenagers from underserved communities while introducing basics of umpiring and employment opportunities

The youth sports industry across the country is experiencing significant growth, with thousands more young athletes each year competing in sports they love. This growth also creates an increased need for qualified sports officials.

Through their Official Leadership Program, UMPS CARE Charities is creating a solution for the need for youth baseball and softball umpires by teaching crucial skills and umpiring mechanics while providing mentorship and a direct line to employment to young people in underserved communities.

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On March 2, UMPS CARE Charities, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers, completed a free six-week junior umpire training clinic at Wayne State University, where male and female participants ages 13-18 learned the fundamentals of umpiring to prepare them to work as officials in their communities. Participants then attended the May 27 Tigers game to attend batting practice, meet the game umpires and be recognized pre-game.

“The Tigers are extremely excited to partner with UMPS CARE to host this incredible Official Leadership Program clinic at Wayne State,” said Ilitch Sports + Entertainment baseball growth initiatives coordinator Jess Mehr. “UMPS CARE is a phenomenal organization that helps young people become leaders. The skills these local boys and girls learned during this clinic will help shape their future and become a résumé builder while strengthening the youth sports community in metro Detroit.”

UMPS CARE Charities was founded by a group of MLB umpires in 2006 and provides financial and emotional support for America’s youth and families in need. The organization also provides VIP experiences to participants from youth-based organizations and military families, visits to pediatric hospitals and college scholarships.

The final clinic on March 2 featured classroom work and a game of umpire jeopardy to test the aspiring umpires on everything they’ve learned throughout the six-week program. The participants then conducted a simulated baseball game and took turns putting their skills and umpire knowledge to the test with real-life situations they’ll face as on-field officials.

The clinic concluded with participants receiving personalized certificates of completion, indicating they’ve learned the necessary skills to become a youth umpire. Each program graduate also received a Tigers gift bag and a $150 gift card to purchase their own umpire equipment.

Program graduates were invited to the Tigers game on May 27, where they enjoyed a meet and greet with MLB umpires and were recognized on the Comerica Park videoboard.

UMPS CARE Official Leadership Program instructor Ian Land led the six-week clinic at Wayne State University and said programs like these are fundamental to help kids become officials while strengthening their confidence, leadership abilities and sense of responsibility.

“It takes a village to raise a child. This program and programs like this are greatly important,” Land said. “It is all our responsibilities to help younger generations mature into productive members of society. This program allows children to be part of a team, part of something larger than themselves and gives them an opportunity to see themselves as more than just a kid.”

Land said this clinic and many similar programs wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering support of the Tigers.

“I'd like to thank the Detroit Tigers for partnering with UMPS CARE,” Land said. “I do not believe we would have this program without the involvement of the Tigers. The Tigers moved mountains and made the planning of the program so much easier.”

One of the Official Leadership Program graduates on March 2 was Cass Tech High School sophomore Emmet Mitchell, who plays shortstop, outfield and pitcher for Cass Tech’s varsity baseball team.

Mitchell, who has big dreams for his baseball career, including being selected in the 2027 MLB Draft out of high school and eventually being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, said being part of this program and becoming an umpire will help him become a better leader on and off the field.

“Baseball is my passion, and I really want to be involved in the game, outside of just being a player,” Mitchell said. “The last six weeks, I’ve learned so much, like how to always keep my composure and always stay prepared.”

For more information on UMPS CARE Charities, visit UmpsCare.com.

Ludacris to Perform Postgame on June 13 as part of Tigers Hip-Hop Night during Black in Baseball Weekend at Comerica Park

Little Caesars® Love Kitchen® Celebrates 40 Years of Service and its 4 Millionth Guest in its Hometown of Detroit

In a milestone year marking four decades of community service, the Little Caesars Love Kitchen rolled through its hometown of Detroit, providing free, hot pizza slices to thousands of people in need over the last several months.

This year’s annual Detroit stops were especially significant as the brand celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Love Kitchen program. Recently, at Durfee Elementary-Middle School, the Little Caesars Love Kitchen proudly served its four millionth guest—a powerful moment that underscored the Love Kitchen's mission to serve love, comfort, and hot pizza to those who need it most.

Throughout its 2025 hometown tour, the Love Kitchen visited numerous community organizations across Detroit and its suburbs, including Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, the Salvation Army, Central United Methodist Church, St. Patrick Center, SAY Detroit, Boys & Girls Club, Michigan Veterans Foundation, Capuchin Soup Kitchen, COTS, Make-A-Wish Michigan, and several first responder locations .

Since its founding in 1985, the Love Kitchen has responded to national crises—from natural disasters like hurricanes and floods to times of social need like the COVID-19 pandemic. The program has brought its mobile pizza kitchen to all 48 contiguous U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, serving pizza with warmth, care, and a sense of dignity.

The Love Kitchen also partnered with the NFL for a memorable event during the NFL Draft in Green Bay. Together, they visited the New Community Shelter, where guests were served a celebratory pizza lunch, bringing smiles, full stomachs, and a continued commitment to community.

“This year, as we reflect on 40 years of service and celebrate serving our 4 millionth guest, we’re reminded of what the Love Kitchen truly represents,” said David Scrivano, CEO of Little Caesars. “It’s not just about pizza—it’s about showing up for our communities and sharing a slice of love when it’s needed most. That mission is only possible because of the people who power it.”

Over the past four decades, more than 50,000 Little Caesars franchise owners, team members, and colleagues have generously donated their time, food, and labor to support Love Kitchen servings in the neighborhoods where the brand operates. Their passion and dedication are what keep the wheels turning—literally and figuratively—on this long-running initiative.

As the Love Kitchen enters its next chapter, the commitment remains the same: to feed communities, support neighbors, and keep serving love, one slice at a time.

Scroll through the photo gallery below to see the history of the Love Kitchen.

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Detroit Tigers Set for Strike Out Cancer Weekend, Presented by Karmanos Cancer Institute, as Part of Upcoming Seven-Game Homestand Against Cleveland Guardians and San Francisco Giants

• Strike Out Cancer Weekend will feature activations from May 23-25, in partnership with Karmanos Cancer Institute, including pre-game and in-game tributes, “Food for a Cause” and “Cleats for a Cause” initiatives, Everybody vs. Cancer T-shirt sales, giveaways, donation opportunities and more

• “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, on May 23 features pregame entertainment, specialty cocktails, postgame concert and fireworks

• Giveaways on Saturdays include a Pink Seersucker Hat, presented by Karmanos, on May 24

• Homestand also features Law Enforcement Night (May 22), City Connect Friday (May 23), Memorial Day (May 26) and Jewish Heritage Night (May 27)

The Detroit Tigers will return to Comerica Park for Strike Out Cancer Weekend, presented by Karmanos Cancer Institute, as part of a seven-game homestand against the Cleveland Guardians (May 22-25) and San Francisco Giants (May 26-28).

Fans who purchase single-game tickets during Strike Out Cancer Weekend at Tigers.com/StrikeOutCancer can donate directly to Karmanos at checkout. Single-game tickets for the upcoming homestand are available at Tigers.com/Tickets and special ticket packages are available at Tigers.com/SpecialTicket.

Thursday, May 22 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Law Enforcement Night

May 22 is Law Enforcement Night, and fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive a Tigers-branded Law Enforcement jersey, with a portion of ticket package proceeds benefiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Friday, May 23 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Strike Out Cancer Weekend Leadoff, Friday Night Party in the Park, presented by Casamigos, and City Connect Friday

May 23 is the first night of Strike Out Cancer Weekend, featuring decor throughout Comerica Park to drive awareness to various forms of cancer. Informational tents and tables with Karmanos Cancer Institute representatives will be at each ballpark entry, along with Strike Out Cancer recognition cards for fans to fill out.

Exclusive Everybody vs. Cancer T-shirts will be available at Comerica Park retail locations all weekend in collaboration with Detroit Vs. Everybody. Everybody vs. Cancer T-shirt sale proceeds benefit Karmanos through the Detroit Tigers Foundation.

Strikeout Cancer Weekend also features “Food for a Cause” and “Cleats for a Cause” initiatives. “Food for a Cause” includes special menu items available throughout the weekend, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Karmanos. “Cleats for a Cause” includes Tigers players wearing custom cleats to honor loved ones affected by cancer.

• Cancer patients, survivors and loved ones who have been lost will be recognized throughout the evening, including select patients ringing a bell to signify their recent remission and select patients receiving custom purple bats—to recognize all forms of cancer—from PAWS during inning breaks.

• May 23 “Food for a Cause” options include blue cotton candy (main concourse), blue Tigers ice cream and soft serve mini helmets (Comerica Big Cat Court), pink deli paper for hot dogs (Big League Grille locations) and blue color-changing beverage cups (Sections 117 and 333).

• “Cleats for a Cause” participants include Kerry Carpenter, wearing custom cleats to honor his father, who passed away from liver cancer, and Zach McKinstry, wearing custom cleats to bring awareness to lung cancer in honor of his grandmother.

Every Friday home game is a “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, featuring postgame fireworks (weather permitting), live music and entertainment and pregame food and beverage specials on the Comerica Landing. The Strike Out Cancer specialty cocktail is a “Pink Passion” served with Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Pink Lemonade, Lemon Juice and Triple Sec.

May 23 is also City Connect Friday, featuring the Tigers’ “Motor City” uniforms, and fans who purchased the special ticket package receive a City Connect hat.

Fans can purchase City Connect merchandise at The D Shop, presented by Meijer, and online. On Fridays, all City Connect merchandise is 30% off at The D Shop. On non-game days, free 30-minute parking for The D Shop is available in the Tiger Garage, at 128 Fisher Service Drive, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Every Friday home game is also First Responder Friday, which is an initiative created by A.J. and Erin Hinch to give first responders and their families a well-deserved night to relax, reconnect and experience Tigers baseball together.

Comerica Park gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 24 at 7:15 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Pink out the Park to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Pink Seersucker Hat Giveaway, presented by Karmanos Cancer Institute

Fans are encouraged to wear pink on May 24 to support breast cancer research and awareness.

• Pregame ceremonies include a “Built to Defeat” survivor stroll around the warning track, an oversized ribbon in the outfield, survivors from Karmanos Cancer Institute throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and singing the National Anthem.

• Breast cancer patients, survivors and loved ones who have been lost will be recognized throughout the evening, including select patients ringing a bell to signify their recent remission and select patients receiving custom pink bats from PAWS during inning breaks. Fans will be asked to stand and hold up recognition cards at the end of the fourth inning to pay tribute to loved ones affected by cancer.

• May 24 “Food for a Cause” options include pink cotton candy (main concourse), pink Tigers ice cream and soft serve mini helmets (Comerica Big Cat Court), pink deli paper for hot dogs (Big League Grille locations) and pink color-changing beverage cups (Sections 117 and 333).

• The “Cleats for a Cause” participant is Will Vest, wearing custom cleats to honor his grandmother who had breast cancer, and his grandfather who had pancreatic cancer.

• Proceeds from the 50/50 Raffle will benefit Karmanos.

Every Saturday home game includes an exciting giveaway for early arriving fans at Comerica Park. The May 24 giveaway is a Pink Seersucker Hat, presented by Karmanos.

Fans who purchase a special ticket package for May 24 receive a Pink Out the Park baseball tee, presented by Karmanos.

Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 25 at 11:35 a.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Childhood Cancer Awareness Day and Chevy Sunday Kids Day

• For Childhood Cancer Awareness Day, signs and cheer cards will be hung in the home clubhouse tunnel for Tigers players to see as they walk to the dugout. Artwork will be from patients at Children’s Hospital of Michigan and Kids Kicking Cancer.

• Kids Kicking Cancer students will be honored before the game.

• “Food for a Cause” options include gold cotton candy (main concourse), pink deli paper for hot dogs (Big League Grille locations) and gold color-changing beverage cups (Sections 117 and 333).

• Proceeds from the 50/50 Raffle will benefit Karmanos.

Every Sunday home game is a Chevy Sunday Kids Day, where young fans can get pre-game player autographs on the concourse, run the bases after the game and enjoy free rides on the Hi-Chew Ferris Wheel and Carousel.

The Meijer Sunday Family Value Deal is available, starting at $79, including four upper-level tickets, four hot dogs, four bags of chips and four fountain drinks. The lower-level ticket package starts at $99. Fans can also upgrade either package with four slices of pizza and four fountain drinks for just $10 more.

Gates open at 10 a.m.

Monday, May 26 at 1:10 p.m. vs. San Francisco Giants

Memorial Day

For Memorial Day on May 26, the Tigers will welcome families of fallen soldiers from the TAPS organization (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) to be recognized before the game. Tigers players will write the names of the fallen soldiers on their hats/equipment for the game.

Other Memorial Day initiatives include:

• National Anthem Singer: Member of the U.S. Army Band

• Honor Guard: Joint service Honor Guard with all military branches

• Ceremonial First Pitch: Colonel Zuhlke of the U.S. Air Force

• God Bless America Singer: Member of the U.S. Army Band

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, May 27 at 6:40 p.m. vs. San Francisco Giants

313 Value Game, presented by Pepsi, and Jewish Heritage Night

Every Tuesday home game is a “313 Value Game,” presented by Pepsi, with $19 lower-level tickets available, as well as $3 bottled water and fountain drinks, $1 chips and $3 hot dogs. 

May 27 is also Jewish Heritage Night, and fans who purchased the special ticket package receive a one-of-a-kind Tigers jersey with Hebrew lettering. Kosher specialty food items will be available for purchase throughout the game (Section 139) and Green Dot Stables will feature a Kosher Brisket Slider (Section 143).

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, May 28 at 1:10 p.m. vs. San Francisco Giants

Don’t miss the homestand finale as the Tigers wrap up their series with the Giants before hitting the road for a seven-game intra-division road trip.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Group Ticket Options

Fans interested in purchasing 10 or more tickets during the upcoming homestand can visit Tigers.com/Groups or email Groups@Tigers.com.

2024-25 Red Wings for Reading Program Impacted 10,000 Students in Metro Detroit

Annual signature program of Detroit Red Wings Foundation continues to grow, providing reading materials and hockey awareness to more students each year

An important part of each Detroit Red Wings season is bringing hockey to the community through the forms of education and wellness; both vital pillars of the Detroit Red Wings Foundation.

One of the annual programs in which this is accomplished is through Red Wings for Reading. Throughout the 2024-25 season, more than 10,000 students were impacted, with 4,000 books donated, three million minutes read and 250 hours volunteered by Red Wings colleagues and personnel.

This incredible impact was made through the Reading Buddies, United Way “My Home Library” and Classroom Challenge programs.

Located in downtown Detroit, less than two miles from Little Caesars Arena, Detroit Public Schools Community District’s smallest school (123 students), Chrysler Elementary, saw volunteers inspire students through reading.

The Reading Buddies program had Red Wings colleagues visit Chrysler Elementary School each week during National Reading Month (March). During each visit, volunteers read a book to each grade level of students (K-5) in small classroom settings and then surprised students with a copy of the book to take home to build their at-home library.

Partnering with United Way, the “My Home Library” program provides five complimentary books to each student at elementary schools in southeast Michigan communities deemed as “book deserts.” The Detroit Red Wings Foundation provided funding to support New Paradigm Glazer Academy, Daly Elementary and Holbrook Elementary book fairs and and Red Wings colleagues visited each school. New Paradigm Glazer Academy and Madison Elementary both received a special visit from Red Wings forward Marco Kasper.,

“It’s awesome being here,” Kasper said. “Obviously it’s awesome for the kids, and just to see how happy they are to learn about the Red Wings and hockey in general. Giving back to the community is awesome, and I really like doing it.”

Kasper read “Dino-Hockey,” a book by Michigan-based author Lisa Wheeler. Kasper said reading a book like “Dino-Hockey,” which incorporates hockey terms in a fun and creative way, helps introduce kids to the sport.

“You can see that when you come here, these kids are so happy to see you,” Kasper said. “You’re doing this with the Red Wings logo on, and they know what that logo is. It’s just awesome to be here, get the kids to learn about the sport and get involved in reading.”

As Red Wings for Reading’s established statewide program, the Classroom Challenge encourages thousands of children to read in classrooms across Michigan during National Reading Month. To further enhance the popular program, the team increased accepted classrooms from 250 in 2024, to 400 in 2025. This added more than 3,500 student participants, from 6,500 in 2024, to more than 9,000 in 2025.

Participating teachers receive a Classroom Challenge kit before March that included student reading incentives and pizza parties for classrooms with the highest average minutes read.

Teachers interested in having their classroom join the Classroom Challenge can fill out this form.

For more information on the Red Wings for Reading program, visit DetroitRedWings.com/Reading.