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GJEPC seeks government intervention over US reciprocal tariff proposal
Top representatives of India’s gems and jewellery sector have urgently briefed Hon’ble Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal, IAS, on the potential repercussions of the United States’ recent notice regarding reciprocal tariffs. The delegation, led by Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Adil Kotwal, President, Seepz Gem & Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association (SGJMA), and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, presented a detailed overview of the industry’s concerns and proposed mitigation strategies.
The briefing aimed to underscore the significant impact the proposed tariffs could have on Indian exports and the broader industry. Satya Srinivas, IRS, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Commerce (MoC), and Dnyaneshwar Patil, Development Commissioner, SEEPZ were also present to offer a comprehensive understanding of the issues at hand.
The US notice, which threatens reciprocal tariffs, has raised concerns within the Indian gems and jewellery sector, a key contributor to the nation’s export revenue. The industry leaders outlined the potential economic fallout and presented specific recommendations to safeguard interests.
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Tamannaah Fine Jewellery Expands Across 10 Cities Through Taj Khazana
The Tamannaah Bhatia-Founded Fine Jewellery Brand Partners With Taj’s Khazana To Bring Its Collections To 10 Indian Cities, Beginning With New Delhi and Expanding To Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad.
Tamannaah Fine Jewellery, founded by actor and entrepreneur Tamannaah Bhatia, has partnered with Khazana, Taj’s luxury retail destination, marking the brand’s retail expansion across 10 Indian cities. The rollout began with Khazana at Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
The partnership will extend to markets including Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad, among other cities. Khazana will serve as the exclusive retail outlet for Tamannaah Fine Jewellery collections under the collaboration. The brand, founded in 2024, follows a Beyond the Occasion positioning, with its collections focused on contemporary, versatile fine jewellery designed for everyday wear as well as special occasions.


Tamannaah Bhatia said the collaboration marked a step towards taking the brand to new cities and audiences through an alternative retail route. She added that the brand’s approach centres on creating jewellery that is refined and versatile for contemporary lifestyles.
Faisal Momen, Vice President, Khazana, said the partnership brings together a focus on Indian craftsmanship, design and quality. The collections will be presented to Taj guests through Khazana’s retail network.
The 10-city rollout gives Tamannaah Fine Jewellery a retail presence across multiple markets through the Taj Khazana network, with the New Delhi launch serving as the first location.
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