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Continuing this distinguished tradition, GRT Jewellers has once again emerged victorious at the recently held Platinum Season of Love 2025 contest, hosted by Platinum Guild International (PGI). This remarkable win marks the brand’s ninth consecutive year of being honoured, underscoring its dominant presence in the platinum segment

Gemfields Group Limited has released its operational and financial update for the six months ending 30 June 2025, reporting total auction revenues of USD 60 million and a net debt position of USD 59.6 million. Key developments include near-completion of Montepuez Ruby Mine’s second processing plant and the resumption of focused mining at the Kagem emerald mine. Significant progress has also been made in the strategic review of Fabergé. The full interim results will be published on 26 September 2025.

Natural Diamond Council (NDC)—a global not-for-profit dedicated to promoting the integrity and appeal of natural diamonds, delivers facts through its reports- the Laboratory-Grown Diamond Facts and the Fancy Colour Diamonds, to empower retailers and educate consumers with fact-based perspectives

The Gem & Jewellery Sector Skill Council of India (GJSCI), in partnership with YGROO (A Social Enterprise), today announced the launch of P.R.E.C.I.O.U.S. Insights for Retail Gems & Jewellery – a pioneering 60-minute, in-store masterclass that brings micro-learning directly to the shop floor.

HRD Antwerp, Europe’s leading authority in Diamond and Jewellery Grading, Education and Equipment, has officially launched its operations within the Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) in Mumbai. This collaboration was unveiled during the prestigious IIJS Premiere 2025 and marks a significant leap in advancing India’s jewellery ecosystem with world-class diamond certification services.

Divine Solitaires, one of India’s leading natural diamond solitaire brand, gives consumers a peek into one of the most anticipated collections to date—its new Signature Collection at the IIJS Exhibition 2025.

At the 41st edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS Premiere), held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, De Beers Group unveiled a trio of landmark initiatives that mark a new chapter for the natural diamond industry in India. As the country has become firmly established as the world’s second largest market for diamond jewellery, De Beers Group reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing growth, authenticity and emotional connection in the sector through the launch of its digital platform INDRA, the emotionally resonant “Love, From Bestie” bracelet ritual campaign and the pioneering Institute of Diamonds.

Interactive discussion on “Building Consumer Confidence in Gems and Jewelry” at Innov8 Talks, IIJS Premiere 2025, JWCC

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer signed the landmark India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today 24th July 2025 at Chequers, the official country residence of the British Prime Minister. Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was present at the ceremony as part of a special 20-member business delegation led by Hon’ble PM to UK

GJEPC, the apex body of gem & jewellery trade in India, organized the Exporter and GCC Designers’ Workshop at the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, SEEPZ in Mumbai on 17th July. The event marked a key milestone in the lead-up to SAJEX (Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition), GJEPC’s first-ever show in Saudi Arabia, scheduled from 11th to 13th September 2025 at the Jeddah Superdome