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Leo Burnett India to handle creative mandate for Jaquar ‘Artize’
MUMBAI: Jaquar Group, the leader in bath fittings category has appointed Leo Burnett India to handle the creative mandate for Artize, the luxury bath brand from the Jaquar Group. The mandate will be handled by the Leo Burnett Gurugram office.
Artize believes in providing elegant and distinctive bathing solutions where design, technology and talent amalgamate to create masterpieces of impeccable quality that sets new benchmarks in redefining bathrooms. The products under brand Artize are crafted for luxurious bath spaces and they are amongst the world’s most exclusive collection in bath interiors.
“Artize, the luxury bath brand from Jaquar Group is witnessing a metamorphosis. As a team, we are all set to take this brand to the next level of consumer experience. I am very happy to have Leo Burnett as our communication partner in this journey.” – Jaquar Group Director Ranbir Mehra.
“Advertising agency is a crucial link between company and customer. We are glad to have Leo Burnett on board as our communication partner for brand Artize. I am sure industry is all set to see some superlative and out of the box brand ideas for the bathroom industry.” Jaquar Group Global Marcom Head Sandeep Shukla.
Speaking about the appointment, Leo Burnett South Asia managing director India and chief strategy officer Dheeraj Sinha said “Jaquar is a name that is synonymous to its category. We are very excited to partner with them to tell the story of Artize and help the brand connect with a wider audience.”
It is special to partner a home grown legacy brand that has made very strong inroads in the premium and luxury segment. We look forward to working with the team to build on the success of Artize and take it to the next level of growth adds – North President Samir Gangahar.
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Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI:Â Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
