Britannia Industries has informed stock exchanges about receiving a substantial GST order from the Chennai North Commissionerate, demanding ₹108.50 crores in tax along with equivalent penalty. The company disclosed this development through a regulatory filing on January 1, pursuant to SEBI Listing Regulations.

GST Order Details

The order was issued by the Additional Commissioner of CGST & Central Excise, Chennai North Commissionerate, under Section 74 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The company received the order through a system-generated email on December 31, 2025, at 10:28 PM IST after it was uploaded on the GST Portal.

Alleged Violations

The GST order spans six financial years from FY 2018-19 till FY 2023-24, with authorities alleging incorrect availment of Input Tax Credit. The total tax demanded amounts to ₹108.50 crores, accompanied by an equivalent penalty and applicable interest charges.

Company's Response and Market Impact

Britannia Industries has stated that the order will not significantly impact the company's financials, operations, or other activities. The company emphasized that the order is appealable and confirmed its intention to take necessary actions, including exercising legal remedies available under GST law.

Shares of Britannia Industries ended at ₹5,999.00, declining by ₹32.00 or 0.53% on the trading session following the disclosure.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. The intimation was signed by T. V. Thulsidass, Company Secretary of Britannia Industries Limited. The company has requested stock exchanges to take the information on record as part of its regulatory obligations.

The Delhi High Court has issued a comprehensive interim injunction protecting Britannia Industries from trademark infringement of its popular 'Little Hearts' biscuit brand. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora delivered the ruling on December 23, restraining Shri Swastik Organics and associated parties from manufacturing, using, or selling products that infringe upon Britannia's registered trademark and distinctive product shape.

Court Identifies Triple Identity Infringement

The case presented what the court characterized as a rare instance of "triple identity" infringement. Justice Arora noted that the defendants were not only using Britannia's trademark but also replicating the identical 3D shape of the Little Hearts biscuits for online sales.

The court emphasized that this comprehensive copying across multiple elements strengthened Britannia's case for immediate protection.

Legal Standing and Prima Facie Case

Britannia Industries successfully established its legal standing as the rightful owner of the contested intellectual property. The court recognized the company's position as the prior user, adopter, and registered owner of both the 'Little Hearts' trademark and the distinctive product shape.

Justice Arora stated that Britannia had "made out a prima facie case for the grant of an injunction against defendants." The court expressed satisfaction that without immediate intervention through an ad interim injunction, "irreparable harm/injury would be caused to the plaintiff."

Comprehensive Restraint Order

The interim order encompasses multiple protective measures designed to halt the infringement immediately:

• Manufacturing Ban: Complete prohibition on producing goods bearing Britannia's trademark
• Sales Restriction: Restraint from selling any products with the infringing mark or deceptively similar variations
• Usage Prohibition: Ban on using Britannia's trademark in any commercial capacity
• E-commerce Compliance: Mandatory delisting of infringing products from online platforms

The court specifically directed e-commerce platforms to take down all products displaying the infringing mark or shape, extending the protection beyond direct manufacturers to include digital retail channels.

Case Timeline and Next Steps

The matter has been scheduled for further hearing on May 21, 2026, allowing both parties time to prepare comprehensive arguments for the substantive hearing. This timeline suggests the court views the interim measures as sufficient protection for Britannia's interests while the case proceeds through the legal system.

The ruling demonstrates the Delhi High Court's commitment to protecting established trademark rights, particularly in cases involving clear replication of both visual and functional product elements. The comprehensive nature of the injunction reflects the strength of Britannia's intellectual property claims and the court's recognition of the potential for consumer confusion in the marketplace.