Key Highlights India’s gem and jewellery exports record a steady recovery in the first half of FY2025–26, witnessing a growth of 3.66% to US$ 14.09 billion between April and September 2025 compared to US$ 13.60 billion in the same period last year. This
Students visited the Rakwana Gem Deposit, observing mechanised mining, gravel sorting, and recovery of sapphires, chrysoberyl, spinel, and tourmaline GSI’s Colored Stone Professional (CSP) Diploma programme, recognised for its innovative combination of theoretical knowledge and practical, real-world experiences, recently embarked on an educational
Quick Highlights: A Historic Breakthrough for India’s Bullion Industry In a major milestone for India’s bullion market, the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX), in collaboration with the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has enabled the country’s first duty-free import of gold.
The India-UK CEOs Forum convened in Mumbai on 8-9 October brought together business leaders from both nations to explore the opportunities unlocked by the new India-UK Comprehensive Economic & Trade Agreement (CETA). Among the distinguished participants was Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, who
As the excitement builds for the highly anticipated Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) 2025, a promotional roadshow titled ‘JJS Synergy’ was successfully held at the prestigious Hotel Taj Coromandel, Chennai. The event served as a curtain-raiser for the 23rd edition of JJS, scheduled to
On 7th October 2025, NITI Aayog and GJEPC convened key stakeholders at Bharat Diamond Bourse to advance India’s gems and jewellery exports and competitiveness. India’s gems and jewellery industry received a significant boost on 7th October 2025, when NITI Aayog and the Gem
In a landmark move, the Government of Maharashtra today announced the Maharashtra State Gem & Jewellery Policy 2025, becoming the first state in India to introduce a dedicated policy for the gem and jewellery sector. The policy aims to attract investments worth ₹1
Experienced industry executive to lead all laboratory and education activities The board of directors of GIA India Laboratory Pvt. Ltd. (GIA India) has appointed Amit Pratihari as managing director, responsible for all aspects of GIA India’s gemological laboratories in Mumbai and Surat, as well
Highlights The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex body representing over 600,000 jewellers across India, heartily welcomes the Maharashtra Government’s historic step of establishing a state-level ‘Dakshata Committee’ (Vigilance Committee) to ensure the safety and security of jewellers. For
With a powerful campaign film, Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds redefines bridal jewellery for today’s woman that goes beyond lockers. Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds, India’s largest lab-grown diamond brand, has launched its latest campaign film featuring brand ambassador and investor Shilpa Shetty, introducing Navarambh
Honoured to be felicitated by GJEPC at IIJS Premiere 2025 — Mr Suketu Bhatt receiving the award for JewelBharat.com