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Jos Alukkas Unveils Renovated Showroom in Vijayawada with Exclusive Offers
Andhra Pradesh: Jos Alukkas has reopened its extensively renovated showroom in Vijayawada. The store was inaugurated by MLA Gadde Rama Mohan, with actress Nabha Natesh attending as the celebrity guest.
The event was attended by Jos Alukkas Managing Director John Alukkas.
To celebrate the grand opening, Jos Alukkas is offering a flat 50% discount on making charges of gold jewellery. Additionally, the brand has introduced special inaugural offers, including a ₹15,000 discount on every carat of diamond jewellery and a complimentary 500-milligram gold coin with every carat of diamond purchased.
Customers can also enjoy a 7% discount on platinum jewellery, zero making charges on silver ornaments, and special discounts tailored for wedding purchases. As a token of appreciation, a gift will be presented with every purchase. Furthermore, Jos Alukkas offers attractive benefits for customers wishing to exchange their old gold for new HUID-hallmarked gold jewellery.

Jos Alukkas, Chairman, stated, “Vijayawada has always been integral to our growth journey, and we are thrilled to deepen our connection with this vibrant city. The newly renovated showroom offers a unique jewellery shopping experience with a blend of traditional and modern designs.”
The store promises to bring the finest collection of gold, diamond, and platinum jewellery to the people of Vijayawada, catering to every occasion, from weddings to everyday elegance.
Jos Alukkas invites all jewellery enthusiasts to visit the new showroom and experience first- hand the elegance and craftsmanship that the brand epitomizes.
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GST Seminar Successfully Conducted by MWGJA for Jewellery Industry
Industry-Focused GST Session sees Strong Participation, Offering Practical Insights On Compliance, Taxation, and Operational Challenges
The Mumbai Wholesale Gold Jewellers Association (MWGJA) successfully organised a highly informative GST seminar aimed at empowering the jewellery industry with practical knowledge and clarity on GST compliance on 23/04/26 at MP School.
The seminar, themed “Empowering the Industry with Knowledge – Learning, Growing, Leading,” witnessed an excellent response from jewellers and industry stakeholders across Mumbai.

The event was graced by distinguished dignitaries from the CGST Department, including:
- R. S. Maheshwari – Principal Commissioner, CGST Mumbai
- Rajan Mishra – Assistant Commissioner, CGST Mumbai
- Danish Akhtar – Superintendent, CGST Mumbai
- Sanyam Johari – Inspector, CGST Mumbai
Their valuable insights and practical guidance provided clarity on key GST issues faced by jewellers in their day-to-day operations.
Key topics covered during the seminar included labour charges (5% vs 18%), delivery challan rules and compliance, interstate movement of goods for sales and exhibitions, and common errors leading to notices, penalties, and input tax credit (ITC) blockage.
The session focused on real-world challenges and offered practical solutions, making it highly beneficial for attendees. The interactive Q&A session enabled participants to directly engage with the officers and resolve their queries.
The association’s office bearers, including President Mahesh Bafna, Secretary Shreyans Kothari, Vice Presidents Sandip Kothari and Dinesh Kothari, Treasurer Kamal Kothari, Past President Prakash Jain, Past Secretary Anil Pamecha, and Committee Member Nitesh Dhakad, played an active role in organising and successfully executing the seminar.
The event also received valuable support from leading industry bodies, including All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJF), India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), Jewellers Youth Forum (JYF), Dagina Bazar Association, and Sarafa Welfare Association, further strengthening the impact and reach of the seminar.

The Association expressed sincere gratitude to the honourable chief guests, supporting associations, and all participants for contributing to the success of the seminar. It reaffirmed its commitment to continue organising such knowledge-driven initiatives for the benefit of the jewellery community.
The seminar concluded on a positive and impactful note, reinforcing the importance of awareness, compliance, and continuous learning in today’s evolving GST framework.
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