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Bulgari’s Eden, the Garden Wonders collection screams opulence!

The garden-themed high jewellery collection boasts of over 140 one-of-a-kind pieces that stir the imagination, wow the senses and fuel desire

48th India Gems and Jewellery Awards A Night of Shining Stars

A total of 35 awards were given away at IGJA 2021

SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave Vision 2025 Upgrading tech, skills and mindset the need of the hour

In a first, GJEPC recently organised the SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave Vision 2025, where panellists discussed issues pertaining to the creation of ‘Brand India’, and improving export performance of the country

IIJS Premiere draws 50,000 visitors

The show witnessed more than 50,000 visitors across all five days, of which 1500 were international visitors from over 60 countries.

THE BOUNTY OF BOTSWANA Indian diamond processing units making a beeline for Botswana

One of the world’s largest sources of ethical diamonds, Botswana is going all out to welcome Indian diamond companies – this is proving to be hugely beneficial for both the parties, discovers Suneeta Kaul

LDJS 2022 turns out to be a big success

The second edition of the Lab Grown Diamond & Jewellery Exhibition, LDJS 2022, held from August 5 to August 8, was a huge success, with more than 25,000 visitors visiting the expo in four days.

GemGenéve returns in November

GemGenève is holding a second, exceptional edition again this year in Geneva.

Over 250 Jewellers Switch from Email to BVC’s WhatsApp for Logistics 24x7

BVC Logistics, India’s largest secure logistics player announced the success of its customers to adopt WhatsApp as the primary medium for executing secure logistics.

Kunming Diamonds appoints New Director Sales Marketing

Kunming Diamonds, a global leader in natural fancy-coloured diamonds, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rahul Jauhari as Director - Sales and Marketing.

Signet buys Blue Nile for 360 million

Signet Jewelers Limited announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Blue Nile, Inc, a leading online retailer of engagement rings and fine jewellery, for $360 million in an all-cash transaction.

Limelight opens 1st CVD Diamond store in Juhu

With a sprawling store that spans 1000 sq. ft. spread across two floors, Limelight has taken this opportunity to expand its retail presence with the launch of its 1st CVD diamond store in Mumbai, India.

Dharmaj Technologies Launches Vajramani

Dharmaj Technologies recently launched Vajramani a state-of-the-art and easy-to-operate diamond polishing machine. Vajramani is proficient in polishing all types of rough diamonds.

Sarine Rolls Out e-Grading™ for Diamond Manufacturers

Singapore Exchange Mainboard and Tel Aviv Exchange listed Sarine Technologies Ltd announces the rollout of its AI-based e-Grading™ to the midstream manufacturing segment of the diamond supply chain, enabling objective, accurate, consistent automated grading directly on-site, concurrent with the completion of the polishing process.

HB Antwerp and WomHub to host innovation and sustainability-focused hackathon

The hackathon provides 50 selected participants an opportunity to express their problem-solving and innovation skills and gain exposure to HB Antwerp, a leading Employer of young talent in Botswana.

Actress Mahek Chahal launches JJS Poster

The Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS 22) Theme Poster was launched by the well-known model and actress Mahek Chahal at the Hotel Jai Mahal Palace. The theme this year is 'Emerald 's timeless elegance'. On this occasion, the Emerald Promotion Group too was launched.

BDB celebrates 75 Years of India’s Independence

Chief guests included Amruta Devendra Fadnavis , H. E. Frank Geerkens Consulate General of Belgium, H. E. Agus P. Saptono Consulate General of Indonesia and H. E. Zainal Azian Nadzir Consulate General of Malaysia.

Revenue Secretary Visits Bharat Diamond Bourse

Tarun Bajaj, Revenue Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Govt of India, visited Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) campus

Deepika Padukone Graces GJEPC’s Jewellers for Hope’ Charity Dinner

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organised the 7th edition of its charity dinner ‘Jewellers for Hope’ in association with World Gold Council and De Beers, and Powered by GIA.

Kiran Gems becomes a member of Responsible Jewellery Council

Kiran Gems Pvt Ltd has become a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the world’s leading standard-setting agency for the global jewellery and watch industry. The company’s membership includes signing codes of conduct with the Responsible Jewellery Council.

Kisna Celebrates 18 Anniversary with a Brand-New Logo Reveal

KISNA Real Diamond and Gold Jewellery, from the House of HK, one of the world’s largest diamantaire and suppliers to marquee retailers, celebrated its 18th anniversary at Kisnaya 2022.

Finestar Jewellery Diamonds Inaugurates Namibia Factory

Finestar Jewellery & Diamonds held the Inauguration Ceremony of its Diamond Manufacturing Factory in Windhoek, the capital of the Republic of Namibia on 15th July, 2022.

Kiran Jewels organises a fun event for its creative team

Kiran Jewels India organized a 2-day fun-filled event on July 2 and 3' 2022 at Aamby Valley for its creative team.

Govt of Botswana and De Beers extend existing Sales Agreement to June 2023

The Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group have extended their existing agreement for the sale of Debswana’s rough diamond production by 12 months until 30 June 2023.

De Beers rakes in 630 million in sales at its 7 cycle

Cycle 7 represents the expected sales value

De Beers appoints new VP to promote Code of Origin

The De Beers Group has appointed industry veteran Ivette NersesyanStephanopoulos as the company’s vice president of Code of Origin and Trade Services for North America.

VDB First to Launch JBT’s Inaugural API

LAB & TECHNOLOGY

Joyalukkas hosts solitaire show with De Beers Forevermark at their stores across India

RETAIL & BRANDING

GIA India Launches Pearl Identification Laboratory in Mumbai

The Gemological Institute of America's India branch, GIA India announced the launch of its new pearl identification laboratory in Mumbai.

LVMH Invests in Lab-Grown Diamond Company Lusix

LUSIX, a leading producer of labgrown diamonds (LGD), announced that high-profile investors, including LVMH Luxury Ventures, Ragnar Crossover Fund and More Investments, have completed an investment round of $90 million.

Exporters can now do One-Time Registration with Customs from Anywhere in India

There was a demand from trade that an AD code should be registered only once in customs system for filing documents across all the customs locations.