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Following President Trump’s Executive Order issued on 5th September, American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) President Bruce Bridges and CEO John W. Ford Sr. traveled to Washington, D.C. during the week of 15th September to discuss import tariffs on gemstones directly with U.S. policymakers. Their meetings included discussions with Cabinet departments, the White House, and trade […]

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held its 59th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 23rd September at 12:00 PM IST in a hybrid mode, allowing members to attend in person at Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai, or virtually via video conferencing. In compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) norms, members exercised their votes

Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd., a global frontrunner in natural diamond production and sustainable practices, has been awarded the Environmental Stewardship Award at the Jewellery World Awards (JWA) 2025, hosted at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong. This recognition honors the company’s impactful efforts toward achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially in areas like

Platinum Guild International (PGI) India’s Men of Platinum brand returns this festive season with the MS Dhoni Signature Edition — a jewellery line that reflects the lasting legacy of a modern icon. Made from 95% pure platinum, one of the highest purity standards, platinum is naturally white and resistant to fading or tarnishing. The pieces

Delhi Customs has rolled out a simplified process for the export and reimport of hand-carry parcels, enabling quicker, more convenient clearance directly at the airport. While a Public Notice was issued in May 2025, the absence of a reimport framework meant shipments were not captured in the Export Data Processing and Monitoring System (EDPMS), limiting

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has kicked off the 3rd batch of its Exporter Mentorship Programme (EMP) with a one-week Familiarisation (FAM) initiative at IJEX, Dubai, starting with a knowledge-rich first day combining industry insights and hands-on exposure. Highlights of Day 1: With the third batch in motion, the EMP continues to

Indriya, the jewellery brand under the Aditya Birla Group, has unveiled its festive collection Alka through a music video featuring real-life couple Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth. The campaign, directed by Anvita Dutt with music by Sneha Khanwalkar, reimagines the classic Dil Abhi Bhara Nahin, portraying a heartfelt tale of love and togetherness during the

Alrosa’s Crystal plant in Smolensk has introduced automation across crucial stages of diamond cutting, cutting labour requirements by as much as 80% while preserving the renowned precision of the “Russian cut.” The process starts with advanced scanners creating 3D models of rough diamonds, mapping both internal and external features, including inclusions. These digital models provide

Diamonds Do Good (DDG), the international nonprofit dedicated to showcasing the positive impact of natural diamonds, has named Marcus ter Haar as its next President-Elect, effective January 1, 2026. On the same day, Pete Engel will take over as President, succeeding Kathy Corey at the end of her term. Ter Haar, a distinguished diamond industry

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG), a global leader in gem and jewellery education, proudly announced the outstanding success of its students at the National Jewellery Awards (NJA) 2025. This year, four IIG students – Pratibha Sheshagiri, Priyanshi Chaudhary, Siddhi Lokhande, and Ujjwal Adeshara – won accolades at one of India’s most prestigious platforms for