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NURTURING EXCELLENCE WITH AN INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL APPROACH

Delving into his institution's pioneering stance on education, Reekrit Serai, Managing Director of Satluj Group of Schools (Haryana | Punjab | J&K | Himachal Pradesh), founded in 1976, engages in a conversation with Urban Melange.

FROM THE YOUNGEST SARPANCH TO A VISIONARY LEADER

Meet Karan Gilhotra, a visionary who builds bridges between dreams and reality, fostering both economic and social growth.

SHAPING SKYLINES, BUILDING LEGACIES: JAGJIT SINGH MAJHA

In the ever-evolving landscape of New Chandigarh’s real estate, Jagjit Singh Majha, President of CREDAI Punjab and founder of PCL Housing Group, stands out as a formidable entrepreneur and visionary committed to sustainable development.

GEMS OF LEGACY TALWARSONS JEWELLERS

The driving force behind Talwarsons Jewellers, Anil Talwar, has been in the industry for 44 years.

THE SPARKLING SUCCESS STORY

Join us in an exclusive interview with Harinder Singh as he unfolds the tale of how a humble beginning paved the way for glittering success for Sham Jewellers in the heart of Chandigarh.

EMBRACING WELLNESS!

In an enlightening conversation with celebrated dietitian and lifestyle coach Lavleen Kaur, we delve into the evolving landscape of health and wellness.

NINETEENTH MAY'S JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE AND EXCELLENCE

Nestled in the heart of Sector 67, Mohali, Nineteenth May has emerged as a beacon of culinary excellence and impeccable service since its inception about half a decade ago!

THE TECH TRAILBLAZER

At the helm of Liqo Electronics is Gaurav Garg, a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in mechanical engineering from the prestigious Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology.

MEET THE MEDIA MAESTRO

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of political media strategy, Pankaj Khanna stands as a key media maestro behind the scenes, steering political campaigns with precision and finesse.

TAKING UNIQUE ARTWORKS TO THE WORLD

Art in your surroundings helps you relax and concentrate at the same time.

UNVEILING TIMELESS BEAUTY

A pioneer in the field of aesthetic technology in Chandigarh Tricity, Dt. Kirti Singh has revolutionized this industry by utilizing cuttingedge advancements and personalized solutions.

Guinness World Records Recognizes Largest Tanzanite Sculpture

On March 9, 2024, a momentous occasion took place at the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals in Hillsboro, Oregon, marking a historic milestone in the world of gemstones.

WFDB Concludes Annual Presidents' Meeting in Shanghai

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) concluded its annual Presidents’ Meeting for 2024, held in Shanghai, China.

GIA Opens New Lab in Dubai

Gemological Institute of America (GIA) opened a new, state-of-the-art diamond grading laboratory, GIA Laboratory DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) in Dubai on February 19, 2024.

Stargems Group Acquires the Koffiefontein Diamond Mine in South Africa

Stargems Group, based in Dubai, has acquired the Koffiefontein diamond mine in South Africa from Petra Diamonds, marking its third such acquisition in the country.

GJEPC Presents 50th India Gem & Jewellery Awards to Export Leaders

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) presented the coveted 50th India Gem & Jewellery Awards (IGJA, to exporters.

Okavango Diamond Company Joins NDC as Newest Member

NDC has welcomed its newest member, the Okavango Diamond Company (ODC), into its fold. This government-owned entity, focused on marketing rough natural diamonds, joined the ranks of industry leaders such as De Beers and other responsible mining enterprises.

Gemfields Profit Falls 86% on Cancelled Auction

Colour gemstones miner Gemfields has reported an 86% drop in pre-tax profit for 2023, due partly to the cancellation of a high-quality emerald auction in November, a lower number of carats sold and a write-down in its platinum group metals investments.

Venus Jewel ETHICAL SOURCING, RESPONSIBLE MANUFACTURING AT THE CORE OF VENUS JEWEL

Venus Jewel began its journey with a vision to revolutionize the industry, and took the bold step of becoming the first to specialize in premium size natural diamond manufacturing in India. This pioneering approach has allowed the company to differentiate itself from competitors, and cater to a unique market segment

Russian Diamond Imports ROUGH DIAMOND IMPORT DOWN BY 8% OWING TO G7-EU BAN: GJEPC

The phased ban on the import of Russian diamonds imposed by the G7 nations and the EU has thrown the global industry out of gear - India is particularly concerned as the livelihood of millions of people might be impacted. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC, talks to Suneeta Kaul about the steps that are being taken to address the challenges and mitigate the situation

GemGenève BUDDING DESIGNERS TO WATCH OUT FOR AT GEMGENEVE

Visitors to GemGenève's forthcoming edition, between May 9 and May 12, 2024, at Palexpo Hall 1, should not miss the amazing space known as the Designer Village. Bringing together rising stars of the gem and jewellery industry, the Village offers an uplifting overview of some of the most promising talents

THE NEW JEWEL IN TOWN: LAB-GROWN DIAMOND JEWELLERY TAKES CENTRE STAGE

Lab-grown diamond jewellery is not a fad. While many Indian retailers choose to be circumspect about jewellery laden with labgrown diamonds, which are chemically, optically and physically identical to natural diamonds, there is most definitely a revolution happening in this space, driven by demand backed by sheer affordability

WDC Fixes Sept 21 as Deadline for Revised System of Warranties

The World Diamond Council’s revised System of Warranties is set to reach its first critical deadline on September 21, 2024.

Signet Jewelers Reports 6.3% Decline in Q4

Signet Jewelers reported a 6.3% decline in total sales to $2.5 billion during the quarter that ended February 3, 2024. Same-store sales were down 9.6%, compared to the previous year.

Lucara Diamond Corp. Discovers Large Diamonds at Karowe Mine in Botswana

Lucara Diamond Corp. recently announced the discovery of several significant rough diamonds from its latest production cycle at the Karowe mine in Botswana, with the largest standout weighing an impressive 320 carats.

GJEPC's IIJS Tritiya: A Grand Showcase of Indian Jewellery Excellence

The latest edition of IIJS Tritiya surpassed its predecessor in scale and sophistication, boasting a staggering 900 exhibitors and 1,900 stalls spread across 40,000 square meters. Serving as an expansive marketplace, it facilitated crucial connections and collaborations for industry players, drawing over 15,000 pre-registered visitors from 500 cities in India and 60 countries, which emphasizes its global importance.

Summer Travel? Ensure Your Kids' Immunizations!

It’s the time of the year when exams are on, and a month later the annual ritual of summer break begins.

गर्मी में लाडले की देखभाल

नवजात शिशुओं के लिए बाहरी वातावरण और यह मौसम बिल्कुल नया होता है। ऐसे में उन्हें आरामदायक और सुरक्षित वातावरण देना आपकी सबसे बड़ी जिम्मेदारी है।

हरियाली होगी तो ठंडक भी आएगी

तपती गर्मी के मौसम में घर में ठंडक बनाए रखने के लिए आप इंडोर प्लांट्स लगा सकती हैं। ये तापमान को कम और हवा को शुद्ध करने का काम करते हैं।

भाग्य को आकार देता अक्षय तृतीया पर्व

अक्षय तृतीया का शुभ पर्व है। इस दिन लक्ष्मी की पूजा करना बेहद शुभ माना ता है। मान्यता है कि अक्षय तृतीया पर दान करने से अक्षय पुण्य की प्राप्ति होती है।