Jewellers for higher GST limit

The jewellery industry fears that artisans and small traders could face problems while moving to the technology-driven goods and service tax regime, which is expected to roll out from July this year. The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation has approached the Centre with a plea to reconsider the proposed threshold of Rs 20 lakh for exemption under GST and to raise it to Rs 1 crore. "The g…