Gems and Jewellery Trade Welcomes GST 2.0 Compliance Reforms
The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council welcomed GST 2.0 measures on prosecution thresholds, penalties, refunds and rate-change schedules, citing potential benefits for compliance, cash flow and business planning.
ITAT Rules CBDT Gold Limits Cannot Cap Family Jewellery Holdings
The Delhi Income Tax Appellate Tribunal deleted a Rs 20.45 lakh addition linked to family gold jewellery, ruling that CBDT seizure guidelines cannot automatically determine how much jewellery a taxpayer can explain.
Five Cities. Five Jewellery Leaders. One Grand Opening: COUTURE India 2026 Unites the Jewellery Fraternity
The 11th edition of COUTURE India opens in New Delhi with five jewellery leaders, over 100 exhibitors and 700 retailers and buyers from across India.
DJGF 2026 to focus on lightweight jewellery, silver and retail trends
The 14th Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair will bring 650-plus exhibitors to Bharat Mandapam from September 26-28, with a focus on value-conscious jewellery, silver and technology.
Jaipur Jeweller Sunil Kothari Named BJP Candidate For Mayor Post
Jaipur jeweller Sunil Kothari has been named the BJP’s candidate for Jaipur mayor, with the formal election scheduled for September 25 and the final declaration expected after the voting process.
BIS Raises Gold Hallmarking Fee To Rs 75 Per Article
he Bureau of Indian Standards has raised the hallmarking fee for gold jewellery to Rs 75 per article from Rs 45, increasing the compliance cost for jewellers while retaining the silver fee at Rs 35.
Silver Jewellery Hallmarking May Become Mandatory From October
The government plans to make silver jewellery hallmarking mandatory from October 2026, expanding BIS oversight as silver consumption, prices and jewellery trade volumes rise.
Rajasthan, Japan Explore Jewellery Trade Partnership
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has urged Jaipur and Yamanashi jewellery associations to deepen technology and investment cooperation during a meeting with a Japanese delegation
Government may revive gold deposit scheme to unlock idle household gold
The government is considering changes to its gold deposit framework, including a role for jewellers, to bring more privately held gold into the financial system and reduce import dependence.
Gold prices shape festive jewellery buying as retailers focus on chains
Rising gold prices are influencing festive and wedding jewellery demand, with retailers and consumers showing greater interest in lightweight designs and distinctive chains, according to the report.
Kumar Jewels launches Maharani Edit bridal Polki collection
Kumar Jewels has launched The Maharani Edit, a bridal Polki collection drawing on royal Indian jewellery traditions, with chokers, necklaces and statement pieces for wedding occasions
IAGES, SPJIMR launch six-month gold entrepreneurship programme
IAGES and SPJIMR have launched a six-month executive programme for young gold and jewellery business leaders, covering finance, strategy, technology, governance and family business.
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 puts retail, exports and technology in focus
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 brought India’s jewellery trade together in Mumbai from August 5 to 10, with sourcing, exports, technology and changing consumer demand shaping business discussions.
Rajiv Jain Elected Chairman of Jaipur Jewellery Show
The Jaipur Jewellery Show Organizing Committee has unanimously elected Rajiv Jain as Chairman on July 20 in Jaipur, while naming Vimal Chand Surana Patron after his 19-year tenure.
IIJS Bharat Strengthens Vietnam Connect to Boost International Buyer Participation
GJEPC expanded its outreach in Vietnam through meetings with jewellery trade bodies, retailers and wholesalers to encourage a larger buyer delegation for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.
