Govt restricts silver jewellery imports with diamonds until June 2026

• The government has imposed import curbs on silver jewellery studded with cheap diamonds.
• The import policy for these items has been revised from 'free' to 'restricted' with immediate effect.
• These restrictions will remain in place until June 30, 2026.
• The move aims to curb silver imports, particularly from ASEAN countries, according to an industry expert.
• The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issued a notification regarding this change.