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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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Platinum Guild International India Strengthens Consumer Visibility Ahead Of Wedding Season
Launches A Hyperlocal Consumer Visibility Programme Across Key Markets To Drive Consideration For Platinum Jewellery
Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has announced a focused hyperlocal activation programme ahead of the upcoming wedding season, aimed at strengthening consideration for platinum jewellery across key markets. The programme will run from mid-June to mid-July 2026.
Designed to deliver high reach and frequency across premium catchments, the initiative aims to increase visibility for platinum jewellery closer to key consumer decision-making moments. Building on the momentum of Platinum Season of Love and Men of Platinum: Chosen by Mahi, PGI India is extending its consumer engagement efforts through a market-by-market activation approach that brings platinum closer to consumers during an important purchase occasion.
The programme will leverage a mix of digital and phygital platforms, including targeted digital campaigns, intent-based audience targeting, geo-targeted media across premium catchments, MyGate activations in affluent residential communities, and metro branding in Kolkata and Chennai.
The wedding season is an important period for jewellery purchase and gifting. Platinum is increasingly emerging as a meaningful choice for wedding gifting, offering consumers a distinctive way to celebrate important relationships and milestones. Through this hyperlocal programme, the focus is to build visibility where purchase journeys begin, strengthen consideration for platinum jewellery, and support retail partners across key markets as consumers prepare for an important buying season.
The initiative reflects PGI India’s continued commitment to strengthening category relevance for platinum jewellery. By creating high-frequency visibility across key consumer touchpoints, the programme aims to support retail growth during one of the most important buying periods.
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