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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Awarded Scholarships to 350+ Girl Students in Ghatkopar Reinforcing its vision of Women Empowerment
Malabar Group, India’s leading business conglomerate and the parent company of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young women through education by awarding scholarships worth ₹29,00,000 to over 350 deserving girl students across 30+ schools.
The scholarship distribution ceremony was held at Zaverben Popatlal Sabhagruha Auditorium, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, where financial aid was provided to ensure these students can pursue their academic aspirations without constraints. This initiative reflects Malabar Group’s dedication to fostering education and enabling young women to build a brighter future.
The event was graced by the presence of Shri Sanjay Mukund Kelkar, Member of the Maharashtra Assembly, as the chief guest. His participation underscored the importance of collective efforts in promoting women’s education, further strengthening their role in society and helping them achieve a position of dignity and respect.
Speaking in regards to the initiative, MP Ahammed, Chairman, Malabar Group, said, “Providing Education to young girls is the most effective ways of ensuring positive change as education lays the foundation of a progressive nation, and equipping young women with the means and knowledge for betterment is one of the most impactful ways of ensuring a brighter future. These scholarships are not just supposed to be an economic aid to the students; but they are also investments in the future of our society, ensuring that no young girl has to compromise on reaching the pinnacle of her potential, due to financial misfortune”
Since its establishment in 1999, the Malabar Charitable Trust has been at the forefront of numerous social welfare initiatives. Malabar Group dedicates 5% of its annual profits to CSR activities, focusing on education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and poverty alleviation.
The Malabar Scholarship program, a flagship initiative under the Group’s CSR framework, continues to bridge educational gaps for marginalized communities. By fostering academic opportunities for young girls, Malabar Group aims to create a ripple effect of progress that extends beyond individuals to families and entire communities.
The group’s overarching narrative to support education and skill development across India is further highlighted by this Scholarship distribution event in Mumbai. Malabar Group’s broader mission to support sustained initiatives has seen the Group remain committed to empowering future generations and fostering an inclusive, educated society for all.
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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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