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Weekend Unwind with: ThinkInk Communications CEO & founder Radhika Nihalani
Mumbai: With another weekend upon us, it is time to unwind with the latest Q&A edition of Indiantelevision.com’s Weekend Unwind—a series of informal chats that peek into the minds of corporate executives through a fun lens in an attempt to get to know the person behind the title a little better.
This week’s session features ThinkInk Communications CEO and founder Radhika Nihalani, who has a proven track record of designing and delivering strategic communication plans and campaigns that have a long-term impact on the brand’s target audience.
Nihalani set up Think Ink Communications to offer effective and engaging PR solutions. With over 15+ years of expansive experience across fields.
Nihalani’s repertoire of work includes corporate communications, media relations, and image management. Prior to founding Think Ink Communications, Nihalani led publicity strategies for personalities like Ronnie Screwvala and Shiamak Davar and brands like Imagine TV, Wizcraft, and Blue Dart, amongst others. In a short span of five years, Radhika has led Think Ink Communications to be recognised as one of the top ten PR agencies in the country that offers the most innovative PR solutions in the business.
Till date, the company has serviced over 100 clients across hospitality, lifestyle, entertainment, and corporate. An avid reader and traveller, Nihalani’s passion also includes fitness and music.
So, without further ado, here it goes…
- Your mantra for life
Aim for the stars, and the sky will be yours one day.
- A book you are currently reading/plan to read
I haven’t found time to read a book in a while. But I am a huge fan of thrillers and plan to get my hands on the latest Keigo Higashino book soon.
- Your fitness mantra, especially during the pandemic
Every day, set aside 30 minutes for yourself to do something you enjoy, such as running, walking, stretching, climbing stairs, or dancing. Intensity is not as important as consistency.
- Your comfort food
Pizza, pasta, butter chicken!
- When the chips are down a quote/ philosophy that keeps you going
There is nothing that can’t be figured out.
- Your guilty pleasure
Instagram.
- When was the last time you tried something new?
I am a mother of two who owns and operates two businesses; I am constantly trying new things. 🙂
- A life lesson you learnt the hard way
Humour helps you sail through the hardest situations.
- What gets you excited about life?
The thrill of setting personal and professional goals for myself and seeing them come true!
- What’s on top of your bucket list?
Opening many new verticals in my company and buying a vacation home.
- If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?
Never stop working hard.
- One thing you would most like to change about the world
Less hate and less judgement.
- An activity that keeps you motivated / charged during tough times
Thinking of ideas and figuring out solutions. It completely revitalises me!
- What lifts your spirits when life gets you down?
Hanging out with my children!
- Your go-to stress buster
A good run!
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.
