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GJEPC Chairman Meets New Customs Commissioner to Strengthen Trade Facilitation
Mr. Kirit Bhansali welcomes Commissioner Santosh Kumar Mishra, discussing industry challenges and reaffirming collaborative efforts for smoother gem and jewellery trade.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) extended a warm welcome to Mr. Santosh Kumar Mishra, the newly appointed Commissioner of Customs at the Precious Cargo Customs Clearance Centre (PCCCC), during a meeting with Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of GJEPC.
During the meeting, Mr. Bhansali addressed several critical issues currently affecting exporters and importers in the gem and jewellery sector. He emphasized the need for continued support from the Customs department to ensure streamlined and efficient trade processes.
Commissioner Mishra expressed his appreciation for the constructive dialogue and assured the industry’s stakeholders of his department’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business. He stated, “When you flourish, we flourish, and the country flourishes,” underlining the significance of a strong, collaborative relationship between Customs and trade organizations like GJEPC.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, setting the stage for strengthened cooperation and proactive engagement to address industry concerns and enable seamless operations in India’s gem and jewellery trade ecosystem.
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FGLOC to host inaugural Gold Summit in Kochi
Will bring together key industry stakeholders to chart the future roadmap for the gold-loan sector and unlock the potential of gold as a financial asset
The Federation of Gold Loan Companies (FGLOC) will host its inaugural Gold Summit in Kochi on November 17, 2026, bringing together key industry stakeholders to chart the future roadmap for the gold-loan sector and unlock the potential of gold as a financial asset.
The summit aims to strengthen the operational capabilities of gold-loan companies, equipping them to scale efficiently and responsibly. Core discussions will address shared industry challenges while emphasizing corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and sustainable business practices.
Bringing together prominent voices from across the financial ecosystem, the event will examine the evolving role of gold in modern finance, emerging market opportunities, and strategies to expand credit access to underserved populations.
Key areas of deliberation include:
- Policy and regulatory developments
- Responsible lending and consumer protection
- Corporate governance and transparency
- Technological advancements and sustainable growth
Prominent industry leaders scheduled to participate include George Alexander Muthoot, Executive Vice-Chairman of Muthoot Finance; Thomas John Muthoot, Chairman and Managing Director of Muthoot FinCorp; and V.P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance.
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