Brands
VLCC launches ‘Clinic Range’
Mumbai: VLCC, one of the largest beauty and wellness brands in the world, expands its product portfolio with launch of revolutionary skincare range ‘VLCC Clinic’. Backed by scientific formulations, the new range embodies the group’s 35 years of expertise in skincare and wellness while catering complete skincare solutions. Dedicated to premium skincare, the newly launched products harness the power of science to tackle any skin concern, methodically.
Leveraging inputs from more than 200 experts on board, supported by a wellness network of over 300 clinics, and trusted by over 20 lakh customers, VLCC’s Clinic range is the ultimate skincare expert ensuring clinic-like results at home. The clinic range is tailored to address issues like ageing, acne, pigmentation, and dullness, featuring products ranging from cleanser, moisturisers, serums to sunscreen. The brand has been bringing innovations in specific categories like facial kits where it also enjoys market leadership, but it is the first time the brand is launching a premium end-to-end skincare range.
Commenting on the launch of the new range, VLCC MD and group CEO Vikas Gupta said, “Not all influencers are experts. VLCC with its expertise of 35 years, in affecting beauty transformations in over two million Indian women, is the true expert for all your beauty needs. And now, that expertise comes to you in the form of top-class, most efficacious, high science products with our recent range- The VLCC Clinic range which gives the customers clinic-like results at home.”
Solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the beauty and wellness industry, the brand with its strong service and now product portfolio makes it the only brand to offer an integrated solution to the customer. VLCC aims to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation, and technology, supported by a robust in-house R&D team. With a comprehensive ecosystem of services and products, including wellness programmes, weight management solutions, personal care products, and skill development training, VLCC is aiming to reach new heights globally.
The range will be exclusively available at all VLCC centres across India, they are also available on all online marketplaces and the VLCC website (www.vlcc.com/products). In addition, customers can also find them in major retail outlets nationwide.
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.
