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Sunfeast Marie Light with Jyotika, challenges couples to display both their names on house nameplates
Bengaluru, July 30, 2025: Sunfeast Marie Light and celebrated actress Jyotika come together in a new initiative to inspire couples to celebrate their partnerships as equals. It brings to light the importance of shared recognition in every aspect of life, starting from something as simple as a nameplate outside their house. After a grand success in Tamil Nadu where 3lakh+ people pledged to have both names on the nameplate, campaign is now extended to Karnataka.
A survey conducted by Sunfeast Marie Light reveals that two-thirds of households in Karnataka do not have both partners’ names on the nameplate. Through this initiative the brand aims to encourage couples to recognize and celebrate their shared contributions and highlight the importance of strong partnerships, by having both partners’ names on the nameplate.
The brand is urging consumers to give a missed call on 1800-315-7837 and pledge to the cause of having both partners’ names on the nameplate. The brand is also facilitating the consumers who don’t have both partners’ names on their nameplate, to make a customized nameplate design.
Speaking about the latest campaign, ITC Foods chief operating officer for the Biscuits & Cakes Business, Ali Harris Shere said, “Sunfeast Marie Light champions the idea of a strong team in every household. In a relationship, both partners play an equal role in strengthening the bond. More often than not, it is the light moments spent with each other, that strengthen the bond between husband and wife. With this initiative, we are pushing this idea further and attempting to bring about a change in the society. Having both husband and wife’s name on the nameplate is perhaps a small gesture, but speaks volumes of the shared partnership.”
In the ad featuring Jyotika, Jyotika’s husband surprises Jyotika by showing their nameplate to her, with both their names on it, symbolizing their equal partnership. A light-hearted moment ensues as they discuss the nameplate. It ends with Jyotika mentioning that such small steps help build a strong team. Jyotika appeals to the viewers to bring a change by having both partners’ names on their nameplates.
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.
