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The gems and jewellery sector is critical to India’s economy, contributing significantly through exports, job creation, and cultural heritage preservation. It is also a significant employment producer and India’s second-largest foreign exchange earner (FEE). However, the industry confronts various hurdles, including as complex taxation, demanding compliance standards, and limited access to capital. To address these […]

De Beers Group, the world’s largest diamond producer, and the Gem & jewelry Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s premier jewelry trade group, today announced the start of a strategic partnership to enhance the natural diamond story in the Indian gem and jewellery trade. The initiative, called INDRA – Indian Natural Diamond Retailer Alliance, will focus

Union Minister for Food and public Affairs Pralhad Joshi urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on Monday to explore making hallmarking of silver jewellery and artifacts mandatory in response to public demand. Joshi indicated that the BIS has commenced conversations with stakeholders and is conducting a feasibility study. After gathering feedback and conducting the

Indya has collaborated with Senco Gold & Diamonds to create an exclusive winter holiday jewelry collection of gold and diamonds. The “Senco x Indya” collection, ideal for brides and those seeking timeless elegance, is now available via Indya’s e-commerce platform and mobile app. High Street Essentials founded Indya in 2012, and it is now a

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group, based in Hong Kong, is to launch its first collection of 100% recycled gold jewellery in 2025, in line with its ambitious Sustainability 2049 objective. The project is part of the company’s larger commitment to decreasing its environmental footprint, with targets of reaching net-zero emissions by 2049 and lowering overall

The fourth session of the two-month Exporters’ Development Programme (EDP) was successfully held on December 27th, with a large attendance of 90 participants. Mr. Nitin Khandelwal, Regional Director – Jaipur, GJEPC, led the discussion, which emphasized on critical components of e-commerce exports such as timing, significant dates, successful advertising, and the necessity for persistent efforts.

The organizers of Italy’s famed Vicenzaoro jewelry expo have revealed that 1,300 brands will exhibit at the highly anticipated five-day event, which runs from January 17 to 21. The event, widely considered as “the largest show in Europe for the gold, jewelry, and watch industry,” will take place in the medieval city of Vicenza, which

Gold prices in India rose by 21% in 2024, owing to central bank policies, geopolitical threats, and strong worldwide demand. As of January 1, 2025, gold prices were Rs 78,000 per 10 kilos for 24K, with forecasts indicating an increase to Rs 85,000-90,000 by 2025. While gold outperformed other commodities in 2024, analysts recommend that

The Gemmological Institute of India (GII) opened its new Pune branch on December 23, 2024, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Chief Guest Shailesh Ranka. The event demonstrated GII‘s dedication to provide superior gem and jewellery certification services in Pune. Dr. Reddy, CEO of GII, welcomed guests and led a tour of the cutting-edge laboratory,

Jos Alukkas has launched The Diamond Fest, which offers diamond enthusiasts exceptional deals, interesting prizes, and premium collections. Exclusive offers Customers will receive a complementary 500-milligram gold coin for every carat of diamonds purchased, along with a ₹15,000 discount on diamond jewellery. The festival also allows attendees to exchange old gold for globally lab-certified diamonds