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P N Gadgil & Sons has risen to the 280th spot on the coveted Fortune 500 India list, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth and reaffirming its position as a retail jewellery industry leader. As the first Marathi jewellery firm to receive this honor, the name has become synonymous with trust, quality, and […]

On December 9, famous designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee debuted a unique line of high jewellery at Printemps Doha, displaying his signature luxurious fusion style. The collection, which runs from December 10 to 14, includes striking pieces including a beautiful necklace made of 18-carat gold with 24.99 carats of rubellite, sapphires, garnets, and EF VVS VS diamonds.

Watches of Switzerland (WoS) posted strong performance in the first half of fiscal year 25, noting the major impact of its acquisition of Roberto Coin Inc. Since securing exclusive distribution rights for the United States, Canada, and Central America in May 2024, the brand has generated £51 million in revenue, which meets expectations, according to

GJEPC hosted an Exhibitor’s Meet for the upcoming IIJS Signature on December 16th in Jaipur. The gathering sought to give exhibitors detailed information about GJEPC activities and the IIJS Signature display. Mr. Nirmal Bardiya, Regional Chairman – Rajasthan, GJEPC, addressed the audience, while Mr. Nitin Khandelwal, Regional Director – Rajasthan, GJEPC, offered a brief outline

Mumbai Customs has implemented a streamlined verification process for exporters who use the Precious Cargo Customs Clearance Centre (PCCCC), a key step toward improving ease of doing business. This new endeavor, announced in Public Notice No. 04/2024 issued December 5, 2024, resolves long-standing procedural redundancies. Previously, exporters who had been validated at other ports had

On December 12, a joint team from the GJEPC and Exim Bank visited Jaipur’s gemstone and jewellery manufacturing units to analyze the sector’s strengths and problems, as well as to develop strategies for growing regional exports. The tour intended to get firsthand knowledge of the operational landscape of local firms. The group sought advice from

GJEPC cordially invited Saudi Arabian jewelry dealers to visit IIJS Signature 2025 in Mumbai from January 4 to 8, 2025. Nirav Bhansali, Convener of National Exhibitions at GJEPC, invited Saudi retailers to explore exquisite collections, engage with leading companies, and discover new opportunities in the jewellery sector.

Zoya, Tata’s luxury jewellery brand, has announced its entry into East India with the grand opening of its first store in Kolkata. The new Zoya boutique, housed in a quaint heritage home on Shakespeare Sarani Road, represents a significant milestone for the brand, introducing its fine craftsmanship and timeless designs to a new generation of

Gemfields Group Limited has published the results of their recent auction of mixed-quality rough rubies, which took place between November 25th and December 11th, 2024. Total auction income was $46.2 million, with 97 out of 102 offered lots (167,865 carats) sold (95% success rate). The reduced earnings compared to prior auctions was owing to a

Representatives from the Hong Kong commerce Development Council (HKTDC) and the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met on December 12th at the GJEPC headquarters in Mumbai to discuss strategies to increase bilateral commerce. Key participants at the discussion included Ms. Vian Cheung, Director, Thailand and South Asia, HKTDC; Mr. Rajesh Bhagat, Consultant South