Trump Tariff Troubles: GoI should allow reverse job work from SEEPZ, says Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC
With the steep Trump tariffs now having come into play, the cutting, polishing, manufacturing and export hubs of India are facing severe problems, with joblessness and unit-closure a distinct possibility. The silver lining is that the GJEPC is hopeful of a solution, particularly in view of the advocacy efforts of its US counterparts, who are also working hard to impress upon the Trump administration that the high tariffs will have a deleterious effect on the US jewellery industry as well. In a free-wheeling conversation with Suneeta Kaul, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, talks about the impact of the tariffs, the steps being taken to bring about some relief to the industry, its expectation from the government, and more.
Kalyan Jewellers Pledges Rs 5 Crore to Kerala Chief Minister's Distress Relief Fund
In the wake of devastating flash floods and landslides that have struck Wayanad, Kerala, Kalyan Jewellers has made a substantial pledge of Rs. 5 crore to the Kerala Chief Minister's Distress Relief Fund (CMDRF)
How jewellers spark change through acts of kindness
A significant section of jewellers believes in the concept of philanthropy, and is actively involved in charitable activities. Supporting charitable causes not only makes for peace of mind and inner happiness, it also enhances the reputation of a brand and positions it as an entity that cares for society, and not just about profits, finds out Suneeta Kaul
SBI seizes PC Jeweller's New Delhi properties following a loan default of Rs.3,466 crore
PC Jewellers is experiencing operational disruptions due to this financial setback, leading to a significant drop in their second-quarter revenues for the fiscal year 2024
The Best Mistake I Ever Made – Series I
Two industry stalwarts talk to Suneeta Kaul, explaining that what looked like a mistake initially has paid them rich dividends in due course of time
Is Inflation Interfering with the way Middle Class is buying Jewellery?
With inflation peaking, retailers are experiencing a bit of a slump, with the middle class particularly sticking to pre-planned budgets and going for more of light-weight jewellery, finds out Suneeta Kaul
Deepika Padukone Graces GJEPC’s ‘Jewellers for Hope’ Charity Dinner
GJEPC amplifies mental health awareness by supporting Live Love Laugh Foundation
E-com & SEZ Policies to give Fillip to G&J Sector, says Colin Shah
The e-commerce policy is expected to come by June-end and SEZ policy by October
CBI registers fresh case against Mehul Choksi
The case has been registered based on a complaint filed by IFCI in November 2020; Choksi is already on the run for involvement in a previous case where he was accused of defrauding the Punjab National Bank (PNB) of Rs 13,000 crore, along with Nirav Modi
Jewellery exports to UAE to surge to $10 bn annually on back of 0% duty: GJEPC
The India-UAE CEPA will fast-track India’s goal of reaching $50 billion in exports of gems and jewellery by 2022-23, says GJEPC
Man arrested for stealing 12.5 kg of jewellery
During interrogation, police found that Gupta had allegedly stolen ?5 lakh using a similar modus operandi in November last year and was wanted in the case
HK Exports celebrates 9th anniversary with blood donation drive
The company organizes such events three times a year at its Surat and Mumbai offices
ED arrests Hyderabad-based jewellery firm promoter
Agarwal was produced before a special PMLA court in Hyderabad and remanded to 15 days of judicial custody
Import duty cut on cut and polished diamonds: The inside story
Yes, the import duty cut to 5% will benefit some segments of the diamond industry, but how big will the impact be? Suneeta Kaul finds out
GJEPC asks for duty cuts in its Budget proposals to Government
Some of the major aspects of budget representation are duty cuts primarily for gold, cut and polished diamonds, precious and semi-precious gemstones
