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Bonjour says good morning to bamboo socks
MUMBAI: Socks are socks, right?
But no, not for the sock connoisseur!
They are very selective about the socks they wear. 100 per cent cotton socks, socks that breathe, are preferred in a country like India, especially in the more hot, humid cities or towns.
Then some executives like – Sunil Lulla – he of MTV fame – like to collect their highly colourful socks. Others have their socks differently coloured with the days on each. Many a company has special socks manufactured and have their brands put on them and they are given away to senior executives or to visitors at exhibitions. And yet others go for the plain vanilla, bland black and white socks, every day of the week.
The 47 year old Bonjour Socks brand is now banking on users going for its innovative bamboo sock range. Designed with an eco-friendly and sustainable fabric, this new collection promises a blend of comfort, style, and utility, making it a new year gift.
The bamboo socks range features multiple color options and boasts qualities such as odour resistance, breathability, and durability, catering to the evolving needs of today’s consumers. Bamboo, known for its natural antibacterial properties, ensures that these socks provide a fresh and hygienic experience throughout the day.
Simultaneously, Bonjour has kicked off its 7 Days No Smell campaign. The campaign features an engaging short film that highlights the remarkable odour-resistant quality of the bamboo socks, showcasing their ability to remain fresh even after seven days of wear. (Now if the socks don’t live up to that promise, Bonjour might run into a spot of bother. Because s consumer might dare wear them for the seven days and if they smell, it might start off a viral campaign! Bonjour, are you listening?)
The bamboo socks range are to be made available at affordable prices (according to the company) across Bonjour’s retail outlets and online stores. Bonjour serves more than 17,000+ retailers and over 180+ distributors across India.
“At Bonjour, we are committed to innovation and sustainability. Our new bamboo socks range is a testament to this vision, offering customers a product that is not only eco-friendly but also high-performing,” says Bomjour Socks MD Rajkumar . “With the 7 Days No Smell campaign, we aim to inspire confidence and provide a delighttful solution for daily comfot and hygiene.”
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Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: 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.
