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Gold imports up 40.79 pc to USD 2.68 bn in Jan
The country’s gold imports in January rose by 40.79 per cent to USD 2.68 billion on account of increasing domestic demands, according to commerce ministry data.Gold imports stood at USD 1.9 billion in January 2024.Cumulatively, imports during April-January this fiscal year rose 32 per cent to USD 50 billion against USD 37.85 billion in the same period last fiscal year.
The increase in imports also indicates strong investor confidence in the precious metal as a safe asset. The other reasons include asset diversification towards gold due to global uncertainties, increasing demand from banks, and cut in customs duties.Prices of the yellow metal have increased 11 per cent so far this year to ₹88,200 per 10 gram in the national capital.
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GJEPC Webinar Guides Members On Digital Services, E-RCMC Process and Membership Benefits
Presentation Underscored How These Initiatives Are Designed To Strengthen The Competitiveness Of India’s GJ Sector While Simplifying Business Processes For Exporters and Manufacturers.
GJEPC conducted a webinar on “Membership Benefits, Digital Directory & e-RCMC Process” on 16 July 2026, providing members with practical guidance on the Council’s services, digital platforms and regulatory processes.
The session was led by Mithilesh Pandey, Senior Director – Membership, GJEPC, who presented an overview of the Council’s role, organizational structure and the advantages of GJEPC membership. He also outlined several initiatives and services available to members, including MSME schemes, the Hand Carriage Facility, the Digital Members Directory, Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (Mega CFC), Importer Exporter Code (IEC), ICEGATE, AD Bank registration, Customs KYC, IJEX, IIJS exhibitions, the Parichay Card programme and the PM Vishwakarma Scheme.
Pandey explained how these initiatives are designed to strengthen the competitiveness of India’s gem and jewellery sector while simplifying business processes for exporters and manufacturers.
The webinar also featured a live demonstration by Archana Bhosale, Assistant Manager – Membership, GJEPC, who showcased the Digital Members Directory available through the GJEPC portal. She walked participants through the platform’s key features, including member login, profile management, company search, viewing rights requests and business networking tools.
Bhosale further demonstrated the process for updating the Importer Exporter Code (IEC) and submitting e-RCMC applications through the DGFT portal, offering step-by-step guidance to help members complete the procedures efficiently.
The webinar attracted strong participation from a total of 75 GJEPC members, who engaged actively during the interactive Q&A session. The speakers addressed a wide range of queries before the programme concluded with a vote of thanks to participants for their active involvement.
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