Jewellery industry flags tax, duty and regulatory priorities ahead of Budget 2026
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, leading jewellery retailers, manufacturers and industry bodies outline expectations on GST, import duties, exports, digital gold regulation, working capital, and policy reforms to strengthen growth.
GJEPC Submits Pre-Budget Policy Proposals to Finance Ministry
GJEPC submitted pre-Budget recommendations to the Finance Ministry in Mumbai on January 14, 2026, seeking duty rationalization, tax reforms and SEZ flexibility to support exports amid global trade pressures.
GJEPC Submits Pre-Budget Recommendations to Boost Export Competitiveness and Ease of Doing Business
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council presented key policy proposals to the Government seeking tax reforms, industry incentives, and regulatory ease to strengthen India’s leadership in diamonds, gold, coloured gemstones, and lab-grown diamonds.
Overseas manufacturing, supply chain adjustments to counter tariff hike: GJEPC
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met on Friday to address the sharp rise in US tariffs on Indian jewellery, which now stand at 25%–32%, threatening the export segment. Discussions covered the scale of the impact, the need to explore legal and operational intricacies, and long-term strategies to protect the sector.
GJEPC Anticipates Diamond Export Rebound, Plans Jewellery Hub in Singur
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is optimistic about a recovery in diamond exports despite recent declines
Indian Exporters Seek Rs 750 Crore Fund to Leverage US Opportunities Amid Tariff Shifts
Indian exporters are urging the government to allocate Rs 750 crore over three years to capitalise on a $25 billion export potential in the US, as evolving trade dynamics create new opportunities
GJEPC and Customs Officials Convene to Address Key Challenges in Diamond and Jewellery Industry
On August 17, 2024, representatives from the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Customs officials held a crucial meeting to address key issues affecting India's diamond and jewelry industry
GJEPC’s Dual Workshops Equip Howrah’s Gem & Jewellery Sector for Global Markets
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) recently organized two key workshops in Howrah on July 30, 2024, to empower local gem and jewellery manufacturers with the knowledge and resources needed for successful exporting
GJEPC Addresses Critical Issues of Indian Gems & Jewellery Industry in Meeting with Commerce Secretary
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) convened a pivotal meeting with Shri Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary, to discuss and address pressing concerns affecting the Indian gems and jewellery sector
GJEPC Chairman presents pre-budget recommendations during a consultation meeting with the Hon'ble Finance Minister
GJEPC Chairman Shri Vipul Shah presented key recommendations for the gem & jewellery trade at today's pre-budget meeting with Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman
GJEPC urges Centre to consider reducing import duty on cut and polished diamonds
It has also suggested that the basic customs duty on gold, silver, platinum jewellery should be increased from 20% to 25%
Dr. Bhagwat Kishanrao Karad, Minister of State for Finance Inaugurates GJEPC's Banking Summit 2022
GJEPC organised the Summit as an initiative to promote better banking and business practices
GJEPC Chairman Vipul Shah Addresses Board of Trade Meeting
Export Council Chairman raises key industry issues at the Meeting chaired by the Commerce Minister, Piyush Goyal
GJEPC webinar explains taxation/GST, duty drawback
The webinar explained various benefits that exporters can claim and also shed light on the eligibility criteria and some important provisions of export schemes
GJEPC webinar presents analysis of RoDTEP scheme
The webinar was organized to discuss the benefits and procedures of the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme
