GIA India held the graduation ceremony for its Jewelry Design students at its Mumbai campus on 19th April. Devinder Layal, Head of New Product Development, B.N. Jewellers India Pvt. Ltd., was the chief guest. Also present at the ceremony was Apoorva Deshingkar, Senior
Mining giant Rio Tinto reported a 22% decrease in diamond production at its Diavik mine in Canada for Q1 2024, totaling 740,000 carats. This decline was attributed to a production pause to honor lost colleagues and lower ore mined from depleted ore bodies.
Limelight Diamonds, India’s leading CVD diamond jewellery brand, celebrates the inauguration of its second Kolkata store in just 15 months. Situated in the vibrant Kankurgachi area, this 500 sq. ft. store marks a significant expansion in Limelight’s nationwide presence. With over 10 stores
Introduction: Gold has long been regarded as a symbol of wealth and stability, with nations stockpiling this precious metal as a safeguard against economic uncertainties. As we delve into the year 2024, let’s explore the top 10 countries boasting the largest gold reserves,
HRD Antwerp inaugurated a new laboratory in New Delhi to enhance transparency and authenticity in India’s diamond and jewellery market. Ramakant Mitkar, Managing Director of HRD Antwerp India, emphasized the laboratory’s role in empowering consumers and retail brands in North India. Mitkar highlighted
Ari Epstein, CEO of Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), announced his resignation after 13 years of leadership. The reasons for his departure and the timeline for appointing a successor are undisclosed. AWDC President Isidore Mörsel praised Epstein’s visionary leadership, attributing unparalleled growth and
The apex body of the gem and jewellery industry in India, GJEPC hosted the 3rd edition of International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) in Jaipur. The event, powered by Gemfields, is being held from 12th to 14th April at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, Jaipur. IGJS Jaipur
A complaint was filed by the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) with ASA about the ad, which debuted in February 2023 and featured text including, “Say hello to the world’s first and only diamond made entirely from the sky” and “We make diamonds using
We are seeing an overwhelming response from our esteemed customers on this auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa. We have witnessed enthusiasm, energy, and crowd in our stores right from morning. Overall, the sentiment is upbeat, it’s beating expectations. There’s a good demand for
In a recent development, India’s External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, has raised concerns over the impact of G7 sanctions targeting Russian diamonds. The move, Jaishankar asserts, is poised to pose significant challenges for India’s economic landscape. Disproportionate Impact on India India’s External Affairs
