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A comprehensive training program focused on Tooling, Engraving, and Setting began on 12 May at the Ankurhati Gems & Jewellery Park located in Howrah, West Bengal. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the GJEPC’s Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC in Mumbai and the GJEPC Regional Office in Kolkata, with assistance from the Ankurhati Gems & […]

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has introduced GemKit™ by GemKids®, a complimentary digital educational initiative that brings the captivating realm of gems and minerals into classrooms and homeschools worldwide. Tailored for students in grades 4 to 6, GemKit features adaptable, standards-aligned lesson plans, interactive activities, and an animated video series that integrates smoothly into

The GJEPC hosted a seminar titled “GJEPC and Trade Opportunities” for the gem and jewellery sector in suburban Mumbai on May 10th, attracting participation from over 80 stakeholders, including exporters, traders, wholesalers, emerging entrepreneurs, and members of trade associations. In her keynote speech, Ms. Khushboo Ranawat, Western Regional Chairperson of GJEPC, emphasized the Council’s efforts

In a time when attention spans wane and consumer expectations shift, Kumari Fine Jewellery is quietly redefining the standards of luxury retail. The recent launch of their store in Bandra, Mumbai, was more than a mere commercial entry—it was a showcase of immersive brand development. Rather than relying on traditional advertising methods, Kumari crafted an

Titan Company Limited, a premier jewellery retail chain in India, has declared that Ajoy Chawla, the CEO of its Jewellery Division, will succeed C.K. Venkataraman as Managing Director, who is scheduled to retire on December 31, 2025. The company’s Board of Directors ratified this decision during a meeting convened earlier today. Venkataraman, who joined Titan

Russian diamond mining company Alrosa has discovered the largest gem-quality diamond ever found in the nation. This exceptional amber-hued crystal weighs an astounding 468.30 carats and has dimensions of 56 x 54 x 22 mm. It was extracted from the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). “This year will certainly be a significant milestone for Russia’s diamond

CaratLane, the leading omnichannel jewellery brand in India, has launched Born of Her — a sentimental campaign and a special pendant collection for Mother’s Day that honors the love, strength, and quiet heroism of mothers. Coordinated with Mother’s Day, this initiative redefines gifting as a profoundly personal homage to the woman who influenced our beginnings.

The Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs for the Kolkata Zone has officially introduced a personal carriage facility for gems and jewellery at Kolkata Port, marking a significant development that is expected to enhance trade and increase exports from Eastern India. This initiative is designed to improve the business environment and encourage exports from West Bengal.

Likitha KR, the founder of Niraaj Diamonds located in Bengaluru, has created a unique jewellery piece that is profoundly influenced by Mumbai’s famous Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Her routine travels across this architectural wonder ignited the inspiration for a design that embodies both the essence of the bridge and the vibrant spirit of Mumbai itself. “The

The Jewellery Division of India Bullion & Jewellers Association Ltd. (IBJA), a prominent body in promoting and regulating the bullion trade, proudly hosted the eagerly awaited 3rd edition of the Golden Girls Award (GGA) on April 26, 2025, in the lively city of Bengaluru at the Hotel Shangri-La, in collaboration with Heera Zhaveraat, the respected