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Forevermark India Organises 'Leadership In The Disruptive Era' For 35 Leading Partners

Forevermark India organised "Leadership in the Disruptive Era", a customised program at Cambridge University for its 35 leading partners. The areas covered were Managing Family Business, Disruption, Teams – Creating Culture & Values, Ethics and Emotional Intelligence besides others.

Krizz Falls From Grace

Fraud allegation against Chennai’s Kanishk Gold; banks face over 1000 crores loss

Diamonds Will Not Be Forever

The revelation of high profile scam, where soft spoken diamantaire Nirav Modi is involved, has sent shocking ripples across the society, especially the high class, who have been flaunting his brand proudly. Here’s a low down on what went wrong. Is it the end of the road for Nirav Modi and his eponymous brand?

Global Brands Affirm Success And Contentment At Baselworld 2018

Hailed as “A unique meeting place for the best in the industry” and as “An indispensable platform”, Baselworld 2018, the world’s best watch and jewellery show, concluded on March 27th garnering positive reviews from exhibitors and visitors.

Credit Risk A Rising Concern

As Banks Have Become More Cautious About Their Lending Procedures Due to Mounting Non-performing Assets (Npas), Credit Availability Remains a Constraining Factor for the Gem and Jewellery Industry. Citing Lack of Transparency in the Industry, the Bankers Are Reluctant to Finance Any Gj Business to a Large Extent. However, the Industry Wants Bankers to Initiate Procedures to Share and Adopt Best Practices for Each Others to Minimise Their Risks. Already Paying the Higher Interest Rates on Business Loans Than Other Sectors, the Industry Is Suffering Big-time in This Financial Tug-of-war. Aoj’s Praveer Sinha Finds Out More About the Ongoing Credit Crisis in the Industry.

Reliance Jewels Adopts New Brand Strategy For Expansion

India's fine jewellery brand Reliance Jewels has completed its decade long run this year. With a Legacy of Crafting Excellence, since its inception the brand has focused on fine craftsmanship producing a Plethora of unique designs in fine jewellery right from traditional and regal creations to individualistic, sharp and contemporary light Jewellery. It has always been sensitive to the changing trends and tastes of its customers, giving a chance to choose exquisite designs for any personality, age, style or occasion. Sunil Nayak, CEO, Reliance Jewels, in an exclusive interview given to AOJ's Bina Thakur, opens up about company's expansion plan, its 'Blue Ocean Strategy' innovative products and policies.

KJF-AGM Held At Mysore On 29th October

Karnataka Jewellers Federation State Meeting and AGM held at Mysore the heritage city and cultural capital of Karnataka on 29th October 2017.

Indian Weddings - Of Trade, Trends & Timing The Occasion

India’s demographics is such that the penchant for gold has defied all market conditions and sustained even amidst a 500 percent increase in rupee gold price. India’s jewellery market is the 2nd largest in the world. 25 percent of the demand for gold comes from India.

The Big Fat Indian Wedding

In the month of November 2016, immediately after demonetisation there was a sense of doom and gloom in India’s jewellery retail trade.

Glamour And Pizzazz, Bengali-Style!

Despite no formal training in jewellery designing, Radhika Jain, founder, MiRA, has carved a niche for herself in the jewellery industry with some of the renowned collections to her credit. Read on to know how she found her calling, from where she draws inspiration from and what’s more in her kitty.

Twin Jewellery Shows Set To Open in Hong Kong in March

Two of the jewellery industry’s leading trade fairs are set to open in Hong Kong in early 2017.

Jewellery Trends 2017

Forecasting of trends is an important step towards bringing in fresh ideas and energy into the gem and jewellery industry.

Ripples And Waves

Every industry has constant changes and things move, challenges appear, however in the Gems and Jewelry Industry in India, there has been constant waves and at times even whirlpools over the last couple of years, right from change in PAN limits, introduction of Excise Duty (which resulted in a 45 day nationwide strike), the big DeMo - Demonetization which got everyone into frenzy to the recent NiMo – Nirav Modi bank scam that has been making top charts not just in our industry but beyond.

IIJS May Move to a New Venue in 2018

Praveen Shankar Pandya, chairman, The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has conducted an interactive session with the trade media on the sidelines of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS-2016) on August 6, 2016. He spoke on a range of issues and topics from response on the IIJS-2016, upcoming weeding season, decline in exports and IIJS' expanding to a new venue by 2018.

Maiden IBJA-LBMA Gold Seminar in Mumbai concludes successfully

The first ever IBJA-LBMA Gold Seminar - Bridging the divide - held on August 10, 2016 at JW Marriot in Mumbai, concluded on a successful note. Ruth Crowell, Chief Executive Officer, London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) along-with Mohit Kamboj, National President, India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA), Prithviraj Kothari, Managing Director, Riddi Siddhi Bullions Limited (RSBL) and Rajesh Khosla, Managing Director, MMTC PAMP inaugurated the function.

Old World Charm and Contemporary Elegance

Sunayana Jain, Creative head, Adore Jewels, Jaipur makes a statement with her jewellery pieces that capture the beauty of everything around us. She speaks to AoJ's Praveer Sinha about her journey, design philosophy and penchant for creating bejewelled wonders..

Platinum Goes Studded

Designing a rare collection – Amolya, by setting emeralds in platinum, designer Amish kothari, director, Rosentiques, has carved a niche for his brand among Jewellery connoisseurs. Talking about this one-of-its-kind collection, he touches upon every aspect of its making from the inspiration behind its conception to the detailing of its design. In the same breath, he also sheds light on PGI’s role in developing and promoting this uniquely designed collection and goes on to point out why it has found takers among women. Hear it from the man himself.

Your Guide To Jewellery Exports

In times of economic uncertainty, growth is critical to the survival of a business and exporting gems and jewellery presents some of the most compelling opportunities to expand your business. What are the benefits of exporting? Why should you consider it? If you’re thinking about going in for export, there are a number of key areas you need to learn about.

FAQs on Taxes & Related Issues

Dr. Suresh Surana, founder, RSM Astute Consulting Group, answers readers' queries on various issues pertaining to taxes that need to be paid by the jewellers. Readers are encouraged to send in their questions and receive clarifications through this column.

Social Media

The Role the Social Media Can Play for Small and Medium Companies to Promote Their Brand.

Compulsory Hallmarking Likely To Be Effective From January 2018

The government has moved one step closer to hallmarking precious metals jewellery compulsory with Bureau of Indian Standards Act coming into effect from Oct 12. The Act establishes the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as National Standards Body of India. Provisions have also been made for mandatory hallmarking of precious metals articles. The Act replaced Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986. It aims to help in ease of doing business in country, enhance 'Make In India' campaign and ensure availability of quality products and services to the consumers. AOJ's Bina Thakur has a report.

ALROSA Opens Representative Office In Mumbai

ALROSA opens representative office in Mumbai on 19th April. It is situated on the territory of the Bharat Diamond Bourse.

The 14th Edition Of Gjiie Records 30% Growth In Footfall

The 14th edition of Gem & Jewellery India International Exhibition (GJIIE) organised by Madras Jewellers Diamond  Merchants Association (MJDMA) and UBM India concluded at the Chennai Trade Centre after running successfully from 23rd to 25th March.

Bhagyashree Dassani To Adorn Roopa Vohra's Jewellery In Her Upcoming Movie

The Revivalist Couture Designer, Roopa Vohra’s designs are adorned by many a celebrity who flaunt them on the red carpet simply for their sheer magnificence. Moving a step ahead in this direction, Roopa Vohra is nowadays busy designing jewellery pieces for Bhagyashree for her upcoming Telugu movie.

Reese Witherspoon Flaunts Platinum Earrings To The European Premiere Of 'A Wrinkle In Time'

Reese Witherspoon Flaunts Platinum Earrings To The European Premiere Of 'A Wrinkle In Time'

Predictions And Prospects From The Vision Of An Astrologer

A tete a-tete with Doctor S.K Jain – world renowned astrologer. How year 2017 will be for the trade and other interesting insights on why gold and precious gemstones and navarathnas are used in weddings.

FAQs on Taxes & Related Issues

Dr. Suresh Surana, founder, rSM Astute Consulting Group, answers readers' queries on various issues pertaining to taxes that need to be paid by the jewellers. readers are encouraged to send in their questions and receive clarifications through this column.

Swarovski Gem Visions Trend Directions 2017

For those who demand ethical luxury.