Author name: JNI

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has modified the rules for importing gold, silver, and platinum in response to this year’s Union Budget statements. The new rules take effect on May 1, 2025, and contain amended HS codes for precious metals, as well as clarification on who can import […]

As a significant improvement to its well-known comprehensive pearl classification system, the GIA 7 Pearl Value FactorsTM, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is implementing an extended method of assessing nacre on all pearl classification reports. In the past, GIA categorized nacre as either “acceptable” or “unacceptable” depending on a number of criteria. “Unacceptable” indicated

Directly from the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) premises at Mumbai Airport, the first-ever hand carriage export was successfully completed. Through the cooperation of GJEPC, Customs officers, operational staff, BDB authorities, the trade community, and Customs House Agents (CHAs), the package, valued at ₹7.5 crore, was successfully passed. The traveler, who was due to board an

BVC, India’s trusted name in secure logistics for the gems and jewellery industry, has successfully executed its first international Hand Carry shipment for jewellery from Mumbai, marking a significant advancement in the movement of high-value cargo. This milestone follows the recently formalised procedure allowing the import and export of gems and jewellery through personal carriage

P N Gadgil & Sons’ Gargi is presently making its debut in the instant commerce space. Gargi‘s carefully chosen selection of silver jewelry will be made accessible on Blinkit in Pune starting this week, with a Mumbai rollout planned by the end of May 2025. The Blinkit collection offers a carefully chosen assortment of chic,

On May 19, GJEPC hosted a high-level delegation from Belgium at its headquarters in Mumbai. Among the visiting dignitaries were Mr. Jonas Heirbrant, the Trade Counselor of the Belgian Embassy, and H.E. Mr. Frank Geerkens, the Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai. GJEPC Vice Chairman Mr. Shaunak Parikh and Executive Director Mr. Sabyasachi Ray welcomed

Over the previous five years, more than 1.06 billion carats of raw and polished diamonds have been handled through Dubai, according to Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC and Chair of the Kimberley Process (KP). Nearly 179 million carats were exchanged in 2024 alone. The numbers were presented at the Dubai-hosted Kimberley

At the 2025 Intercessional in Dubai, the World Diamond Council (WDC) has praised the significant advancements made in broadening the Kimberley Process (KP) definition of conflict diamonds following a fruitful week of candid and constructive discussion. After years of debate, the summit, which was hosted by the United Arab Emirates and current KP Chair Ahmed

In order to enroll local artisans and provide them with the advantages of official recognition and skill-based government programs, GJEPC and the Hupari Chandi Hastkala Udyog Vikas Foundation organized a PM Vishwakarma Registration Camp at the Silver Hub in Hupari, Maharashtra, on May 18. By placing Hupari’s talented silversmiths under the purview of the PM

The GJEPC had a significant presence at the AKGSMA Members Meet, which took place at the Rose Lounge Auditorium in Mallapuram on May 18, attracting approximately 400 to 450 local jewellers from Kerala. Ms. Naheed Sunke, who serves as the Assistant Director at GJEPC, provided an overview of the Council’s current initiatives and emphasized the