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Limelight Diamonds, India’s leading lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has strengthened its footprint in Jaipur with the opening of its second showroom in Vaishali Nagar, one of the city’s premier lifestyle hubs. The inauguration was led by Karam Chawla, Director at Limelight Diamonds, along with the regional partner and the brand’s leadership team. The new outlet […]

The Laboratory Manual Harmonisation Committee (LMHC) announced major progress in unifying the language used in gemmological reports, following its recent meeting hosted by the Swiss Gemmological Institute – SSEF in Basel, Switzerland, in May. At the session, members unanimously approved three new information sheets and revised the existing sheet on Fei Cui and jade terminology.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) successfully concluded the 4th batch of its Exporter Mentorship Familiarisation (FAM) Program, held from 22nd to 26th September 2025 across Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi. The initiative wrapped up with impactful interactions, recognition, and extensive industry exposure, equipping Indian jewellery manufacturers with a comprehensive understanding of opportunities

In a significant collaboration that unites cinematic excellence with cultural heritage, Abaran Timeless Jewellery has been announced as the Official Jewellery Partner for the highly anticipated film Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1. This partnership goes beyond a business alliance—it’s a meaningful celebration. As a tribute to India’s rich traditions and exceptional craftsmanship, Abaran has

Shringar House of Mangalsutra Limited, a pioneer in mangalsutra craftsmanship and one of India’s foremost gold jewellery manufacturers, has officially launched its highly anticipated coffee table book, THE STORY OF MANGALSUTRA. The book traces the remarkable journey of Chetan Thadeshwar, Chairman of Shringar House of Mangalsutra Limited, highlighting how his vision and perseverance transformed the

Luxury diamond jewellery brand Irasva has unveiled Rüh, a new bridal capsule collection inspired by Pichwai art, the 400-year-old sacred painting tradition from Nathdwara, Rajasthan. Conceived to reinterpret bridal jewellery as cherished heirlooms, Rüh weaves together heritage, spirituality, and modern elegance. Reflecting Irasva’s philosophy of blending contemporary design with Indian traditions, the collection translates spiritual

The second edition of the BDB Leadership Series, themed “Polishing Our Future,” concluded on a high note, bringing together eminent speakers and thought leaders to reflect on the evolving landscape of the gem and jewellery sector. The three-day event at Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) opened with two days of research paper presentations as part of

Kira, a company from the Kiran family, has expanded its production capacity from 2,600 to 4,000 CVD reactors, establishing itself as the world’s largest producer of lab-grown diamonds (LGDs). With this upgrade, Kira now delivers over 250,000 polished carats each month. The milestone reflects the vision of Kiran family founder Vallabhbhai Lakhani, whose guiding motto,

The fourth day of GJEPC’s 4th Exporter Mentorship Programme (EMP), running from 22nd to 26th September in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, focused on hands-on learning and market immersion: The day blended technical insights with practical market exposure, underlining the immense opportunities awaiting Indian exporters in the Middle East jewellery sector.

In the lead-up to the 2025 CIBJO Congress in Paris, the CIBJO Ethics Commission has issued its sixth pre-congress Special Report, outlining best practices for upholding integrity in the jewellery and watch industries. Compiled under the guidance of Sara Yood, the report addresses four critical themes: anti-money laundering and financial transparency, ethical marketing and greenwashing