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PNG Jewellers, India’s trusted organised family jewellery brands with a legacy of over 193 years, proudly launched its latest store in Kolhapur this Navratri, marking a significant milestone in its expansion journey across Maharashtra. This is PNG’s very first store in Kolhapur, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage, deep-rooted traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit.

GJEPC Leadership Meets Finance Minister To Seek Relief Measures Amid U.S. Tariff Impact. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, along with Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, met the Hon’ble Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, on 24th September to seek urgent relief measures for the gem and jewellery sector, which has been severely impacted by the recent imposition of a 50% tariff by the United States.

Forevermark Diamond Jewellery, from De Beers Group, marked its official brand launch in India with the opening of its first flagship store in New Delhi. Positioned as a landmark debut, India becomes the lead market for Forevermark, reflecting the country’s deep cultural connection with diamonds and its growing luxury consumer base. Introducing a refreshed identity, Forevermark aims to redefine diamond jewellery for the modern woman by blending its heritage of craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Gemological Science International (GSI) proudly announced the official launch of its laboratory in Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to providing world-class gemological services to one of the leading jewellery manufacturing hubs of India. The event, which was attended by prominent industry leaders and luminaries, received an overwhelming outpouring of support and enthusiasm, further solidifying GSI’s role as a technology and research-driven lab in the global diamond jewellery and gemstone sector.

The Zaveri Bazaar Welfare Association launched the highly anticipated Zaveri Bazar Gems & Jewellery Festival 2025 (ZBF 2025), a landmark event celebrating the timeless glory of India’s jewellery trade. The grand ceremony took place on 22 September 2025, and was graced by Chief Guest Shri Ashish Shelar Ji, Hon’ble Cabinet Minister of Information Technology & Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra. Also present was Mr Hitesh Jain, President of Zaveri Bazaar Welfare Association, along with the entire Zaveri Bazaar Welfare Association team. The festival, which will be running from 22 September to 26 October 2025, with the main exhibition held from 6 October to 16 October 2025, is transforming Zaveri Bazar into a fully decorated and facilitated venue symbolising excellence, unity, passion, and purpose.

The Festive edition of Gem & Jewellery India International Fair (GJIIF) 2025, widely acknowledged as India’s Largest and most premier B2B jewellery exhibition for South Indian Jewellery, was widely applauded by all participants, with exhibitors acknowledging the key role this platform plays in helping develop their business in this region.