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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

Limelight Diamonds, a prominent lab-grown jewelry brand, plans to build seven new exclusive locations in India by the end of the year to meet rising consumer demand for sustainable and inexpensive lab-grown diamonds. Pooja Sheth Madhavan, Founder and Managing Director, emphasized the tremendous increase in awareness of lab-grown diamonds, with most customers now understanding that

GJEPC has launched a two-month online Exporters Development Program (EDP) across India, beginning on December 13, 2024. Designed to assist gem and jewellery makers and traders looking to join export markets, the program focuses on improving participants’ grasp of export basics, offering practical expertise, and answering questions. The EDP consists of eight important modules designed

GJEPC recently hosted a webinar on India’s expanding gold ecosystem, highlighting the critical role of the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX). Mr. Ashok Gautam, MD & CEO of IIBX, gave a detailed presentation on the exchange’s history, characteristics, and key contributions to the industry during a session moderated by Mr. Maulik Shah. IIBX, which already

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) reported a good year for its hallmarking programs, with more registrations and a broader reach for customers. In its 2024 year-end evaluation, the DCA noted substantial progress in assuring the purity and quality of gold jewellery and antiquities. Between April 1st and November 25th, 2024, hallmarking registrations increased 4%,