US Tariffs Hit India’s Diamond Cutting & Polishing Sector Hard — Nearly 1 Lakh Workers Affected

India’s diamond cutting and polishing sector — especially small units in Bhavnagar, Amreli, and Junagadh — is facing an unprecedented crisis after steep hikes in US import tariffs. According to a report by The Economic Times, nearly 100,000 workers in Gujarat’s Saurashtra region

JewelStart: India’s 1st G&J Start-Up Incubator to Help GJEPC Build for the Future

A movement is currently underway to shape the future of jewellery!   Over the years, GJEPC had always built for progress — from policy to exports to talent to infrastructure. Now, GJEPC is building for the future.  GJEPC’s ambition is to make India a

GJEPC Unveils Bold New Initiatives to Power India’s Jewellery Industry into the Future

GJEPC announced major initiatives that reflect the Council’s commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and national pride. Nirav Bhansali, Convener – National Exhibitions, GJEPC, and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, gave a lowdown on the new projects aimed at elevating India’s position in the

Shilpa Shetty Backs Conscious Luxury: Becomes Investor and Brand Ambassador for LimelightLab Grown Diamonds

India’s first scaled lab-grown diamond brand doubles down on category leadership, consumer awareness, and purpose-led growth Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds, India’s leading, most trusted and fastest-scaling lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has unveiled its boldest brand campaign yet: “Let’s Get Real”, a powerful call

‘Gehna for Behna’: Kalyan Jewellers Collaborates with Swiggy Instamart for Raksha Bandhan Gifting Campaign

A fully redeemable ₹2,100 Kalyan Jewellers voucher – free with every Rakhi on Instamart This Raksha Bandhan, Kalyan Jewellers is bringing heartfelt tradition and modern-day convenience together in a celebration designed to delight. The brand has launched a special festive campaign titled “Gehna to

Impact of US Reciprocal Tariffs on Indian Gem & Jewellery Exports: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC

The US announcement of a sweeping 50% tariff on all Indian goods is a deeply concerning development. This move would have far-reaching repercussions across India’s economy—disrupting critical supply chains, stalling exports, and threatening thousands of livelihoods. The Indian gem and jewellery sector, in

BlueStone Jewellery and Lifestyle Limited’s Initial Public Offering to open on Monday, August 11, 2025, price band set at ₹ 492/- to ₹517/- per Equity Share

BlueStone Jewellery and Lifestyle Limited has fixed the price band of ₹ 492/- to ₹517/- per Equity Share of face value ₹1/- each for its maiden initial public offer. The Initial Public Offering (“IPO” or “Offer”) of the Company will open on Monday, August 11, 2025, for

GJEPC Celebrates 60 Glorious Years with a Grand Tribute at IIJS Premiere 2025

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) marked a spectacular milestone—60 years of excellence in championing India’s gem and jewellery industry. The celebration took place on 4th August 2025 at the vibrant Innov8 Launchpad, Hall No. 1, IIJS Premiere, Mumbai, and brought

Celebrating the Next Generation of Jewellery Leaders at IIJS Premiere 2025

India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) proudly recognized 40 of the most promising young professionals under the age of 40 through its prestigious ‘Forty Under 40’ initiative at the IIJS Premiere 2025. This forward-looking recognition celebrates the dynamic new wave of

HRD Antwerp and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC Announce Strategic Collaboration at IIJS Premiere 2025

HRD Antwerp, Europe’s leading authority in Diamond and Jewellery Grading, Education and Equipment, has officially launched its operations within the Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) in Mumbai. This collaboration was unveiled during the prestigious IIJS Premiere 2025 and marks a significant