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GJEPC Connects with Indian Envoys to Boost Diversification into European Markets GJEPC’s Delhi Regional Office hosted an interactive session with Indian ambassadors to Romania and Serbia, ahead of a proposed business delegation visit scheduled from 18–26 May 2026. H.E. Shri Abhishek Shukla, Ambassador of India to Serbia, and H.E. Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of […]

Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates IIGJ Udupi as a New Centre of Excellence for Gems & Jewellery Skills In a major boost to India’s gem and jewellery skill development ecosystem, the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Udupi was inaugurated today as a new centre of excellence by Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt.

Zoya Launches Its Second Boutique in Bengaluru at The Leela Palace Zoya, India’s premier luxury jewellery brand known for its understated elegance, has unveiled its 13th boutique in the country and its second in Bengaluru. Led by Amanpreet Ahluwalia, Business Head of Zoya from the Tata Group, the new boutique is located at the Colonnade

Rihanna Redefines Jewellery Styling at Fenty Beauty’s India Launch When Rihanna arrived in Mumbai for the India debut of Fenty Beauty, she did more than make an entrance—she delivered a lesson in contemporary style. The global icon effortlessly carried two contrasting looks through the day, each reflecting a different mood. For the official launch, she

Where Sound Meets Design: A Bespoke Collaboration Between Rishab Sharma and Tamannaah Fine Jewelry Some collaborations are not driven by briefs or concepts—they happen naturally through shared vision and instinct. A common belief that what you wear should reflect the same purpose and depth as what you create. This is the foundation of Tamannaah Fine

GJEPC Welcomes New Chief Commissioner of Customs, Mumbai The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) recently met Shri Brij Bhushan Gupta following his appointment as Chief Commissioner of Customs, Mumbai Zone–III. The delegation included Shri Kirit Bhansali, Chairman; Shri Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman; and Shri Mithilesh Pandey, Senior Director, who formally welcomed Shri Gupta

CIBJO Opens Second Consultation on Blue List to Strengthen Supply Chain Terminology CIBJO has initiated a second round of public consultation on its “Blue List” lexicon, inviting broader industry input on standardised terminology for responsible jewellery supply chains. Officially titled The Responsible Jewellery Supply Chain Lexicon, the Blue List aims to create a unified set

Malabar Gold & Diamonds Launches ‘Aanika’ Natural Diamond Collection for Festive Season Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled its newest natural diamond collection, Aanika, strategically launched during the festive buying season and centred around themes of heritage, culture, and emotional storytelling. The collection features a thoughtfully curated selection of necklaces, earrings, bangles, and kadas, inspired

Challani Jewellery Mart, a prominent jewellery retailer with a strong footprint in Chennai, Madurai, and Pondicherry, commemorated its 13th anniversary with a grand and spirited celebration at Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa. The occasion was graced by several eminent personalities, including Ravi, IPS, Isari Ganesh, Vikramaraja, Varadarajan, Sowbhagya, Jayantilal Challani, Hemalatha Jayantilal, Rishub Challani,

GJC Introduces Statewide Guidelines & Multilingual SOPs to Protect Jewellery Traders The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has launched a major industry-wide initiative across Maharashtra to safeguard jewellery traders by introducing structured guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The framework is designed to ensure fair, transparent, and accountable policing practices during theft-related