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MiniKlub onboards Shahid Kapoor & Mira Rajput as brand ambassadors
Mumbai: MiniKlub, a destination for baby needs, has appointed Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput as its first brand ambassadors. Known for their family values and modern parenting approach, the couple represents the brand’s mission to provide parents with quality products and services for their children.
MiniKlub’s brand ethos focuses on ‘Happy Parenting,’ emphasising a positive and stress-free parenting journey. As successful parents, Shahid and Mira embody the joyful parenting values that MiniKlub promotes. Their partnership underscores their belief in the brand’s quality and extensive range of products, including newborn essentials, baby care items, baby wear, kids’ fashion, footwear, toys, and travel products—all available in one place.
MiniKlub director Anjana Pasi commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Shahid and Mira to the Miniklub family. Their values of happy parenting and commitment to providing the best for their children resonate deeply with our brand ethos. With Shahid and Mira on board, Miniklub aims to connect with parents across India who seek high-quality products that make parenting more easy. They are exemplary parents who reflect the spirit of today’s families. Their influence and authenticity make them the perfect choice for Miniklub as we continue to lead in the kids’ market, offering premium products that cater to all parenting needs.”
The Kapoor family’s appeal, with Shahid’s celebrated film career and Mira’s lifestyle and parenting influence, promises to strengthen Miniklub’s connection with a wider audience, particularly families seeking a trusted brand for their children’s diverse needs.
Shahid Kapoor said, “As parents, Mira and I always strive to provide the best for our kids, whether it’s about their health, education, or even the products we choose for them. Miniklub shares our vision of offering everything needed for modern parenting, and we are delighted to represent a brand that cares deeply for both kids and the planet.”
Mira Kapoor said, “I’ve been closely following Miniklub’s journey, especially in the post-pandemic era, and I’m truly impressed by their commitment to quality and the intricate details in each of their products. Partnering with them felt like a natural choice, as I strongly resonate with the work they’re doing. I’m excited to help further Miniklub’s mission of happy parenting, ensuring that essential baby products are accessible to families all over the country.”
Founded in 2013, MiniKlub is known for its premium apparel that combines comfort, functionality, and sustainability. The brand aims to be a one-stop shop for parents, offering a variety of products including newborn essentials, baby wear, kids’ fashion, footwear, toys, travel items, and baby care products—all in one place. It is a must-visit store for children from newborn to eight years old.
This partnership is expected to significantly impact the parenting industry in India, providing consumers with a wide range of high-quality products designed for joyful and easy parenting.
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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.
