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Singapore Tourism Board collaborates with Ananya Panday to throw light on the city’s unique
Mumbai: The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has partnered with Bollywood actress Ananya Panday to showcase unique and surprising experiences that can only be ‘Made in Singapore’. Audiences will soon be able to watch Ananya in a 4 episode vlog series that promises to unveil a new, exciting and fun side of Singapore that will entice them to travel to the city. The series will shed fresh light on the city where ordinary experiences are made extraordinary in much unexpected ways.
Talking about the partnership, Ananya Panday said, “I have a great love for travelling, especially when it involves exploring hidden gems, discovering a different side of the city, and indulging the foodie in me. My recent adventure in Singapore was truly remarkable, providing unique experiences that made it an unforgettable journey that was truly one for the books. Each day allowed me to rediscover the beauty of this versatile destination and also reconnect with myself in the process. And I can’t wait to visit again soon.”
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) regional director, India, Middle East, South Asia & Africa GB Srithar on collaborating with Ananya said, “Singapore continues to be a top of mind destination, offering a rich tapestry of unique, exciting and memorable experiences to diverse travel segments, including the millennials. We are happy to collaborate with youth icon Ananya Panday as she explored Singapore’s refreshed and renewed experiences through an engaging travel vlog series. This series is an invitation to rediscover passions, reconnect with yourself, and create lasting memories. On any planned holidays, there are unscripted moments that make the holiday truly exhilarating. Singapore offers many moments to just immerse oneself and have fun. We hope Ananya’s vlog series inspires travellers to visit us soon and come to experience extraordinary offerings that can only be ‘Made in Singapore’.”
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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.
