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GJEPC seeks government intervention over US reciprocal tariff proposal

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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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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Opens New Showroom In KR Puram, Bengaluru by cine actress Srinidhi Shetty

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds today opened its new showroom in KR Puram, Bengaluru, by actress Srinidhi Shetty further strengthening its presence in one of the country’s most established urban jewellery markets. With this launch, the brand’s network has expanded to 24 showrooms in Bengaluru and 46 showrooms across the Karnataka & Goa region.

The showroom was inaugurated on Saturday, 4:30 PM, by cine actress Srinidhi Shetty, in the presence of Filsor Babu, Regional Head – Karnataka, of senior leadership from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, guests, and members of the local community.

The KR Puram showroom has been designed to offer a structured and comfortable retail environment, with a layout that supports easy navigation, clear product display, and personalised customer assistance. Developed in line with Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ global retail standards, the showroom brings together an extensive range of jewellery across gold, diamonds, platinum, and precious gemstones, addressing both traditional and contemporary preferences. Additionally, Malabar Gold & Diamonds is offering customers special exclusive offers. These include up to 40% off on making charges of all  gold, uncut, and gemstone jewellery, up to 30% off on diamond value, this offer valid till 31st March, 2026, Free silver coin with Akshaya Tritiya booking at 10% onwards, 0% deduction on old gold exchange, sell your old gold to get maximum cash value & assured same-day payment (*T&C Apply)

The showroom showcases a comprehensive assortment spanning bridal jewellery, occasion-led collections, festive wear, everyday designs, and contemporary styles. Signature collections across diamonds, uncut diamonds, gemstones, handcrafted gold, and polki jewellery are available, reflecting a balance between craftsmanship, design detailing, and evolving customer preferences.

Commenting on the launch, M. P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said:

“Bengaluru is a market where jewellery buying spans both everyday use and occasion-led purchases, with a clear focus on design, quality, and ease of experience. KR Puram has seen steady residential growth, and this showroom allows us to serve that demand with wider collections and a retail environment that is structured, accessible, and consistent.”

Customers visiting the showroom will benefit from Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ customer-first practices, including transparent pricing, detailed product disclosure, HUID-compliant gold, certified diamonds, and the One India One Gold Rate policy, ensuring uniform gold pricing across the country.

With this launch, Malabar Gold & Diamonds continues to deepen its presence across Bengaluru’s expanding neighbourhoods, aligning its retail format to local buying behaviour while maintaining consistent standards of quality, transparency, and service.

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