GST relief for gems sector: Small diamond imports exempted from IGST; jewellery box tax cut to 5%

The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) on Friday said that recent GST reforms have delivered significant relief to the diamonds and jewellery sector, easing costs for both exporters and consumers.The government’s move to exempt imports of natural cut and polished diamonds up to 25 cents under the Diamond Imprest Authorisation Scheme (DIAS) from…

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India food sector: Experts see food processing industry touching $535 bn by FY26; organic market set for sharp growth

India’s food processing sector, which contributes 7.7% to the country’s manufacturing output and supports more than 7 million jobs, is projected to grow to $535 billion by FY26, industry experts said at the Fi India and ProPak India event organised by Informa Markets.The industry is being propelled by rising consumption, higher exports, government support under…

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September 2025 bank holidays: Is it a bank holiday today, on September 5? Check details

Banks in several states are closed today, September 5, on account of Id-E-Milad and Thiruvonam, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) holiday calendar for the month.Customers have been advised to check with their respective branches before visiting, reported ET.As per the RBI notification, banks will not be operational today in Gujarat, Mizoram, Maharashtra,…

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Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for September 5, 2025? Gold may find support at Rs 1,06,500

Gold price prediction: Gold’s intraday setup remains constructive with EMA crossover support, healthy RSI levels, and a positive MACD structure. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold rates are touching a life-time high and a ‘buy on dips’ strategy may work, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is…

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