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The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) has announced the election of Mr. Milan Chokshi as its new Chairman. The decision was made at a Board of Directors meeting held on October 15, 2024. Chokshi, a well-known figure in the gem and jewellery sector, replaces Shri. Adil Kotwal, whose tenure was distinguished by […]

GJEPC will display the India Pavilion for the 21st year in a row at the Jewellery Arabia Show 2024, which will take place in Bahrain from November 26 to 30. This distinguished event brings together recognized global companies and remarkable designers, providing an opportunity to present one-of-a-kind pieces, special finds, and the region’s largest collection

The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) is collaborating with the Kering group of luxury brands to introduce the Kering Generation Award X Jewelry. Poli.Design, a partnership of Politecnico di Milano, Italy’s largest technical institution, will administer the international challenge, which aims to reward visionary talent whose work displays excellence in sustainable design and jewellery making processes.

On November 22nd, Mr. Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, De Beers – Global Sightholder Sales, met with the GJEPC leadership, including Chairman Mr. Vipul Shah, Vice Chairman Mr. Kirit Bhansali, and officials from the Council’s Diamond Panel, namely, Mr. Ajesh Mehta, Convener; Mr. Saunak Parikh, Co-Convener; Mr. Milan Chokshi, Member; Mr. Russell Mehta, Co-Opted Member;

On November 24th, GJEPC successfully organized an Export Awareness Seminar in Kutch in partnership with the Kutch Bullion Federation (KBF) and the Gandhidham Gold and Silver Merchant Association (GGSMA). The seminar sought to educate local jewellers on the potential of worldwide markets and provide them with the required expertise to embark on export endeavors. Mr.

GJC’s Preferred Manufacturer of India (PMI) will open on November 22, 2025, at the ITC Grand Chola in Chennai. The PMI was brimming with business from the start! Buyers flocked to the stalls and aisles, where they could purchase luxury jewelry from the country’s best makers of gold, diamond, studded jewelry, and more. The PMI

De Beers Group today announced a new marketing campaign called ‘Forever Present’ to increase demand for natural diamonds during the critical holiday gifting season in the United States. The campaign marks the return of the legendary ‘A Diamond is Forever’ motto, which was reintroduced to De Beers‘ category marketing initiatives last year. Aside from “A

The Coimbatore Jewellery Show 2024 was opened on November 24th at the CODISSIA Trade Centre in Coimbatore, with stalwarts and dignitaries from the GJ industry present. CJS is India’s largest B2B exhibition for Coimbatore jewellery.

To advance the natural diamond sector, the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) and jewelry store Jos Alukkas have formed a strategic alliance. The objectives of this partnership are to increase demand for natural diamonds, advance transparency, and raise consumer awareness. Together, the two organizations will inform consumers about the special characteristics, worth, and ethical origin of

The GIA Board of Governors (front row, left to right): Russell Mehta, Barbara Dutrow, Ph.D., Stephen Kahler, Barbara Dutrow, Ph.D., Susan Jacques, Dave Bindra, Lisa Locklear, and Samantha Ravich, Ph.D. Wendy Bohrson, Ph.D., Tom Moses, Andy Johnson, Marcus ter Haar, Jeffrey Post, Ph.D., Lisa Bridge, François Delage, Kiko Harvey, Tammy Storino, Lake Dai, and Lawrence