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Under the Export Promotion Mission, the government will provide priority support to sectors impacted by recent global tariff escalations, such as textiles, leather, gems & jewellery, engineering goods, and marine products. These interventions aim to help sustain export orders, protect jobs, and support diversification into new geographies.

Jennifer Lopez is named as the new brand ambassador for Zen Diamond. As the company continues its international expansion across 22 countries, this collaboration marks a significant step in its journey toward becoming a globally recognized brand.

The new edition of Buyer Seller Meeting,  the B2B event held in Brazil in 2026 promises to bring the largest South American delegation of visitors. The focus, which initially in the first two years was on Brazilian visitors due to Brazil being the largest consumer market in Latin America and one of the world’s leading economies, has since 2025 included retailers and wholesalers from other South American countries such as Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia.

The World Gold Council today announced the launch of its first India-focussed gold ETF campaign, built around the powerful core message ‘It’s Aaj Ka Gold’ (means ‘Today’s gold). The campaign is aimed at modernising gold investment for the nation’s digital-savvy young investors. The campaign aims to address the awareness–action gap and reinforce the accessibility, liquidity and strategic relevance of gold ETFs in investor’s portfolio.

R.V. Agrawal & Sons marked the grand opening of its new venture at Zaveri Bazaar on November 6, 2025 in the presence of distinguished guests and members of the gems & jewellery fraternity.

In India’s highly dynamic gold sector, consumers are increasingly seeking retailers who follow a strict Code of Conduct that offers transparency, trust, and sustainability across the entire gold value chain.

The roadshow for IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026, the world’s one of the largest gold and jewellery exhibition to be held in Mumbai from January 8–12, was inaugurated in Kozhikode by Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association, State President, Mr. K. Surendran. The event marked participation of more than 400 Jewellers in Kerala.

Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was invited to attend the meeting organised with selected representatives of various industry sectors that contribute majorly to India’s merchandise exports chaired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at New Delhi, on 3rd November 2025. Mr. Kirit Bhansali was representing the Gems & Jewellery sector that contributes 7% to India’s Merchandise Exports. The meeting was convened to seek inputs from leading export sectors on measures to strengthen India’s competitiveness in global trade.

With just days to go before the opening of the 2025 CIBJO Congress in Paris on 27 October, the tenth and final pre-congress Special Report has been released. Prepared by the CIBJO Technology Committee, chaired by Stéphane Fischler, the report delves into the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) across the jewellery industry — assessing both its opportunities and challenges while cutting through the myths surrounding the technology.

The Shagun Collection showcases a wide range of exquisite karigari – from intricate uncut diamond sets and rich antique designs to finely detailed meenakari and nakshi work pieces. Each creation captures the beauty of India’s heritage while mixing it with modern sensibilities, offering something unique for every style and occasion. Every piece in the collection is a tribute to the joy of celebrations and the deep bonds we share with loved ones.