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Platinum Jewellery Sparkles as the Modern Choice for Akshaya Tritiya
Symbolising purity, strength, and timeless elegance, platinum emerges as a popular pick for celebrating prosperity and new beginnings this festive season.
As India prepares to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya on April 30, a festival known for ushering in prosperity and fresh starts, many are turning to platinum jewellery to mark the occasion with meaning and style.
Traditionally seen as a time to invest in gold and other symbols of wealth, Akshaya Tritiya is now witnessing a shift as contemporary consumers seek out choices that reflect both heritage and modern values. Platinum — with its naturally white sheen, 95% purity, and resistance to tarnish — is being embraced as a powerful emblem of enduring wealth and spiritual purity.
Reflecting the timeless essence of the festival, platinum jewellery is available in a variety of collections designed to resonate with today’s lifestyle. Women can explore graceful, modern designs through Platinum Evara, men can find strength and character in Men of Platinum, and couples can celebrate their bond with Platinum Love Bands, crafted to honour life’s significant milestones.
Each piece bears the hallmark “Pt 950,” certifying its high purity and enduring value. As a metal that stands the test of time, platinum offers more than just visual appeal — it embodies the lasting emotional and material richness that Akshaya Tritiya represents.
With its blend of tradition and innovation, platinum jewellery continues to shine as a meaningful and lasting way to celebrate this auspicious day — a gift of love, resilience, and prosperity to treasure for generations.
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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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