Brands
Jacqueline Fernandez named brand ambassador of Queo
NEW DELHI: Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez has been named brand ambassador for Queo from Barwood. UK.
With this association, the brand is looking at boosting visibility and awareness of Queo as the bathroom space gradually shifts towards luxury, moving one step forward from ‘premium.’
Fernandez will be seen as the face of Queo’s 360 degree integrated campaign, which will roll out on all media and retail channels soon.
HSIL Limited joint managing director Sandip Somany said, “Luxury cannot be defined in a few words, it has to be felt, seen, experienced and appreciated. Signing on Jacqueline, is a conscious decision taken by us as her persona, work ethic and achievements blends perfectly with what Queo stands for; design, finesse and artistry. Jacqueline inspires her audience and colleagues with her hard work, versatility, and magnetic charisma; she will definitely connect with the consumers who can appreciate all these traits. There could not have been a better ‘fit’ ‘n’ influencer than Jacqueline to connect with them.”
“I am excited about my association with Queo. The brand spells luxury in craftsmanship, modernity and elegance. They are not just bathroom products but a fashion statement for any home owner. We are living in a time when the bathroom has reached an elevated status in our lives, a place for relaxation and rejuvenation, and, Queo embraces this philosophy to the fullest,” said Fernandez.
Queo began its journey in India in 2012 with a promise to redefine class in bathrooms fittings like showers, faucets and sanitary ware.
Brands
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.
