The show witnesses 14,500 pre-registrations on Day 1 as compared to 11,000 last year. The Council expects the registration to be over 16000 by the end of the show.

Welcoming the Budget, the gems and jewellery industry said positive focus on the rural economy and estimated growth of GDP to 7.2-7.5 per cent will boost demand. 
 

While announcements for gold seemed positive, the industry mourns the Government’s decision to increase customs duty to 5 per cent on polished diamonds as well as gemstones.

Economic Survey today suggested steps such as creation of multiple jewellery parks to boost exports and job opportunities in the gems and jewellery sector. 
 

‘India Gold & Jewellery Summit’ to be held on 1st & 2nd December, 2017 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

No PAN card required for jewellery purchase of over Rs. 50,000

Economic Suvery Volume II 2016-17 stated that 3 per cent GST on gold is low and are disproportionately consumed by the ‘very rich’.

GJEPC raising its concern over GST on Diamonds mentioned in a release that the move would cause a set-back to the export oriented diamond industry.

GJF urged the government to levy 1.25 per cent Goods and Service Tax (GST) on the industry as against the proposed four per cent.

Income tax for small companies with an annual turnover of Rs 50 crore, now to pay 25%, a 5% reduction; 96% Indian companies will get benefit of MSME tax cut.

The theme and motive of the campaign revolve around its name itself, COLOUR YOUR SENSES.

'The Almighty is the only true designer, we only take inspirations from his divine creations' – states Biren Vaidya, MD & Creative Soul –The House of Rose

Hon'ble FM Arun Jaitley announced excise duty on jewellery during his budget speech on 29th February 2016.

Hon'ble FM Arun Jaitley announced excise duty on jewellery during his budget speech on 29th February 2016.