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VBJ Announces Its Inaugural Exclusive Jewellery Exhibition in Mettupalayam Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers (VBJ), one of India’s most trusted heritage jewellery brands, will host its inaugural exclusive jewellery exhibition in Mettupalayam on 19 and 20 June at Hotel EMS Mayura. The two-day event is designed to offer customers from Mettupalayam and neighbouring regions an opportunity to […]

Mumbai’s luxury jewellery landscape welcomes a new entrant with the launch of Jacarti Jewellery, a contemporary fine jewellery brand that reimagines the traditional art of polki and jadau through modern design, cutting-edge technology, and master craftsmanship. Founded by Preity G. Zinta, Priyavrata Mafatlal of the Arvind Mafatlal Group, and Samara Punjabi of UAE-based Timeless Group,

LBMA Initiates Incident Review Process Involving Valcambi SA The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) has initiated its Incident Review Process (IRP) concerning Swiss precious metals refiner Valcambi SA following recent media reports, while affirming that the company continues to hold its status as a Good Delivery Refiner. In a statement released on 16 June, the

GJEPC Hosts E-Commerce Export Seminar in Ahmedabad; Over 120 Industry Members Attend GJEPC’s Surat Regional Office successfully conducted an E-Commerce Exports Seminar in Ahmedabad on 17 June 2026, drawing participation from more than 120 members and stakeholders of the gem and jewellery industry. Speaking at the event, Jayanti Savaliya, Regional Chairman – Gujarat, GJEPC, outlined

SSEF Warns Trade of Emerging Fraud Involving Re-Treated Emeralds The Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) has issued a warning to the gemstone trade regarding an increasing fraudulent practice in the emerald market, where gemstones are re-treated after laboratory testing and subsequently sold with reports that no longer accurately represent their condition. According to SSEF, certain emeralds

SRK Celebrates 20 Years of the Santokbaa Humanitarian Award Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK), through its philanthropic arm Shree Ramkrishna Knowledge Foundation (SRKKF), commemorated the 20th edition of the Santokbaa Humanitarian Award, recognising individuals whose efforts have made a profound and lasting contribution to society. This year, the prestigious honour was bestowed upon Dr. Gullapalli N.

Thrissur Retailers Show Strong Interest in IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 at GJEPC Connect Programme GJEPC, in association with the Jewellery Manufacturers Association (JMA), hosted a Retailers’ Connect programme in Thrissur, Kerala, which received an enthusiastic response from the jewellery fraternity. The event witnessed participation from 85 retail jewellers. Addressing the gathering, Naheed Sunke, Assistant Director

Jos Alukkas Introduces Ballé Collection Inspired by Strength, Elegance and Resilience Jos Alukkas, one of India’s leading jewellery brands known for its quality craftsmanship, innovation and contemporary designs, has launched its much-awaited signature jewellery line, the Ballé Collection. Inspired by the timeless beauty of ballet, the collection celebrates the elegance, grace and resilience of women.

Rajesh Kalyanaraman Inaugurates AKS JEWELS’ New Corporate Office and Manufacturing Facility in Mumbai AKS JEWELS, a part of the VEER GEMS Group of Companies, inaugurated its new office and manufacturing facility at a grand ceremony in Mumbai. The company unveiled its modern production unit and sophisticated corporate workspace to prominent members of the gem and

IIJS Bharat Premiere Kicks Off Middle East Outreach Campaign at Sharjah Jewellery Show GJEPC has commenced the first phase of its Middle East door-to-door (D2D) outreach campaign for IIJS Bharat Premiere with its participation at the Sharjah Jewellery Show in the UAE. The initiative is designed to deepen engagement with leading jewellery retailers and wholesalers