In a watershed step to boost consumer demand for natural diamonds, GJEPC joined top diamond-producing nations and industry bodies in signing the Luanda Accord on 18th June 2025. The signatories—including mining ministers of Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, and DRC, in collaboration with
Govind Dholakia, the founder of Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK) and one of the most respected names in India’s diamond industry, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Diamonds Do Good at their annual gala during JCK Las Vegas 2025, one of
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has appointed Mr. Anoop Mehta as Chairman and Independent Director of its Board. His term began on 6 June 2025, pending shareholder approval, according to media sources. Mr. Mehta brings over 50 years of experience to the role,
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) extended a warm welcome to Dr. K. Srikar Reddy, Consul General of India, San Francisco, during his visit to the India Pavilion at JCK Las Vegas 2025, North America’s premier jewellery trade show. Mr. Kirit
First ‘beacon’ product in more than a decade will support category demand for natural diamonds, while Origin initiative will differentiate De Beers-sourced polished diamonds Rapid delivery of Origins strategy priorities and reinforced commitment to driving demand for natural diamonds De Beers Group today
Change reflects narrow color and clarity range of the manufactured product Beginning later this year, GIA (the Gemological Institute of America) will start using descriptive terms to characterize the quality of laboratory-grown diamonds and will no longer use the color and clarity nomenclature
Awarded for ‘Best Security & Command Centre in Premises of the Year’ In a proud moment for the city and the gem & jewellery industry, the Department of Security & Fire Safety of Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) has been conferred with the SURAKSHIT MUMBAI AWARD 2025 – 1st
GSI’s CSP Students gained first-hand exposure to the mining ecosystem, bridging academic learning with real-world industry experience Gemological Science International (GSI) reaffirmed its commitment to producing industry-ready professionals with its recent educational field visit to Sri Lanka’s famed gemstone mining region as part
De Beers Group CEO, Al Cook, doubles down on company’s support for the fast-growing Indian natural diamond jewellery market Highlights the significance of tech-powered diamond testing to underpin consumer confidence as the value of LGDs continues to decrease Al Cook, CEO of De
BVC, India’s trusted name in secure logistics for the gems and jewellery industry, has successfully executed its first international Hand Carry shipment for jewellery from Mumbai, marking a significant advancement in the movement of high-value cargo. This milestone follows the recently formalised procedure
