Bharat Diamond Bourse Honored with IFSEC India Award 2025 for Excellence in Surveillance

Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), the world’s largest diamond trading hub, has been awarded the Excellence in Surveillance Award at the prestigious IFSEC India Awards 2025, in recognition of its outstanding leadership in security management and advanced surveillance practices. The IFSEC India Awards are

GIA CEO Pritesh Patel Holds Interaction with GJEPC in Mumbai

Mr. Pritesh Patel, Group President and Chief Executive Officer of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), visited the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) Head Office in Mumbai on 16 December for an in-depth interaction with industry leadership. The discussions focused on

Shilpa Shetty unveils a Modern Reinterpretation of her Iconic Mangalsutra Bracelet with Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds

Actor, entrepreneur, and style icon Shilpa Shetty announces her much-awaited signature Mangalsutra Bracelet Collection, this time crafted in the purest Type IIa (Type 2A) lab-grown diamonds, through a creative collaboration with Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds. Speaking about the launch, Shilpa shares: “The mangalsutra

SEEPZ Unveils NEST-2; Shri Piyush Goyal Calls for Technology-Led Growth

SEEPZ-SEZ marked a milestone today with the inauguration of the New Enterprises & Service Tower (NEST-2), signalling a new phase of redevelopment and future-ready infrastructure for India’s gem and jewellery export ecosystem. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest, Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister

Mumbai – ASIS Chapter Meet & AGM 2025 Concludes with Resounding Success hosted by Bharat Diamond Bourse

In a vibrant confluence of security, cyber, and risk management professionals, the ASIS International Mumbai Chapter successfully hosted its Annual General Meeting and Chapter Meet 2025 at Bharat Diamond Bourse, biggest diamond exchange in the world in Mumbai. The event drew an impressive

High Level Belgian Government Delegation Visits Bharat Diamond Bourse,Strengthens Ties

Key Highlights Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) hosted a Belgian delegation, underscoring the historical partnership between the two countries. The delegation led by H.E. Ambassador William Asselborn (Director Asia & Oceania, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Belgium), Brigadier General Mario Engels, Defense Attaché, Hon’ble H.E.

GJEPC & BDB Host High Impact Customs Open House as Trade Flags Urgent Issues

Key Highlights GJEPC and Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) hosted an Open House session with the Customs Department on 4th December 2025 at the BDB Convention Hall. The packed session brought diamantaires face-to-face with Smt Prachi Saroop, Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs, Mumbai Zone

Before You Buy Gold, Follow the Golden Rule: #PehlaCheckIAGES

Titled #PehlaCheckIAGES, this landmark initiative spreads awareness among India’s gold buyers on how making a jewellery purchase only from IAGES-accredited retailers will assure them of ethical business practises, transparency and authenticity across the entire gold value chain The Indian Association for Gold Excellence

GJC Requests Formation of Gujarat State Level Vigilance Committee to Safeguard Jewellers’ Interests

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) today announced that it has formally requested the Government of Gujarat to establish a State Level Vigilance Committee dedicated to protecting the interests of jewellers across the state. A high-level delegation from GJC, led

Hand-Carriage Facility at Ahmedabad Airport Places Gujaratin the International Export Ecosystem: GJEPC

GJEPC Meets Principal Commissioner of Customs to Fast-Track SOP for Ahmedabad Hand-Carriage Facility The approval for hand-carriage of gem and jewellery goods at Ahmedabad International Airport marks a major step forward in the Government of India and GJEPC’s ongoing efforts to enhance the