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GJC Presents Industry Concerns On Hallmarking To Consumer Affairs Ministry, BIS
Rationalisation Of Hallmarking Charges and Issues Pertaining To The Last Point Of Sale Were Presented
A delegation of the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), led by Chairman Rajesh Rokde, Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta, and Legal Consultant Bhavin Mehta, met. Nidhi Khare, Secretary, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Sanjay Garg, Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
During the meeting, GJC presented the industry’s key concerns related to hallmarking.
These included:
- Restriction on the manufacture of gold and silver coins exclusively by mints/refineries
- Rationalisation of hallmarking charges of Rs 75 per piece of jewellery
- Issues pertaining to the last point of sale
These matters remain pressing for the gems and jewellery trade. The discussions were constructive and positive. The Ministry heard the industry’s concerns with patience and understanding. GJC remains hopeful of a favourable outcome.
Members shall be appraised on further developments.
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ANTISTATUS Redefines Statement Jewellery Through Individuality And Self-Expression
Built On Individuality, Rebellion and Self-Expression, ANTISTATUS Is Creating Its Mark In Statement Silver Jewellery and Lifestyle Space
ANTISTATUS is a statement jewellery and lifestyle platform built for individuals who refuse to be defined by convention. Driven by the philosophy “Defy the Norm,” the brand brings together bold design, dark aesthetics, gothic influences and an unapologetic character to create pieces that go beyond jewellery to become expressions of personal identity.



Drawing inspiration from biker culture, gothic aesthetics, music and contemporary street culture, ANTISTATUS features statement rings, pendants, necklaces, belt buckles, bracelets and distinctive silver jewellery. Each piece is handcrafted to carry character and meaning, encouraging people to develop their own visual language rather than follow prescribed trends.

Founded by Pallavi Singh and Manav Sethi, ANTISTATUS reflects a changing relationship between consumers and jewellery. As self-expression increasingly shapes purchasing choices, jewellery is evolving beyond traditional occasions and conventional markers of value. Consumers are building personal collections, layering pieces and experimenting with styles that reflect their individuality, wearing and styling them differently across occasions, times and settings.
Pallavi Singh, Co-founder, ANTISTATUS said:

“In today’s time, people are looking for more than just products; they are looking for brands that reflect who they are and what they stand for. Authenticity has always been central to how I build business, communities and culture. With ANTISTATUS, we want to create a premium brand experience that goes beyond what you wear to what you stand for a shared point of view rooted in individuality, self-expression and the confidence to be unapologetically yourself. At its heart, ANTISTATUS is about building a community that believes your identity is yours to define, not something society assigns to you.”
Manav Sethi, Co-founder, ANTISTATUS, adds:
“The jewellery industry is going through a structural shift. What people buy, why they buy it and how they evaluate value are all changing. Size and carat are increasingly being replaced by what a piece means to the wearer. Value has shifted towards meaning, design and craftsmanship, and enduring brands will be built around these elements. A select few brands will create the occasion rather than wait for one. Where owning one expensive set and wearing it over the years was once the norm, today’s consumers are looking for several pieces that can be layered, mixed and changed. These pieces become your story, your life.”

Originating in India, ANTISTATUS aspires to build a globally relevant statement jewellery and lifestyle brand, anchored in design, culture and community.
At its core, ANTISTATUS stands for a simple belief: your status is not assigned by society. It is defined by you.
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