The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) will hold its 2023 annual Congress in Jaipur, Rajasthan, from 3rd to 5th October this year. The Congress will take place at the Jaipur Exhibition and Congress Centre and will be hosted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council and the National Gem & Jewellery Council of India.

BIS has had three meetings with around 20 members from the Expert Committee from 25th to 29th May 2021, where they brainstormed all the elements that the industry found impractical and needed amendments in the Regulations and the Act

According to Colin Shah, Chairman GJEPC with global demand rising, exports to the US, Hong Kong and the UAE have displayed gradual growth. In India, key sectors like gold and diamond will show significant rise as the pandemic comes under control

Mandatory hallmarking has finally become a reality and many jewellery retailers are having mixed opinions – on the whole they welcome the move and are eager to fulfill all requirements of hallmarking

Based on multiple meetings with the Expert Committee members last week, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs will be soon coming out with  rules for implementation of Hallmarking act along with amendments

The Central Government recently approved several amendments to the Indian Gold Coin Scheme

The Finance Ministry has issued a notification dated 17th February 2021, of the amendments made to the finance bill 2021 with regards to the Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) exemption on gold/Silver bars and dore for exporters

Under the revamped Gold Monetising Scheme (GMS) which was first introduced in 2015, consumers can deposit as little as 10 g (from previous minimum of 30g). This will aid in lowering the industry’s dependence on imported gold and will foster a better relationship between jewellers and customers

In a recent video meeting with the Department of Commerce, the GJEPC outlined a few suggestions that would drive Indian exports from SEZs on an upward growth trajectory

5 million people work in the G&J industry that is worth $40 billion and contributes around 7 per cent to our nation’s GDP

Leading South Indian Retailers

Latest policy revisions are expected to garner good demand for jewellery during the festive season

Taking a stance of 'no news is good news' jewellers today hailed the Union Budget, saying the focus on digitalisation is going to give an impetus to the sector and drive consumption.

The Ti Amo Collection is a unique amalgamation of geometric and floral designs.