The State Council meeting of the All Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (AKGSMA) with the India Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) took place in Kozhikode, marking a significant step toward enhancing professionalism in the Indian gold industry.

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 Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body of the gem and jewellery trade in India, has announced the results of its recent Committee of Administration (CoA) elections for 2025 for the vacant positions. Declared on 19th September 2025, the results confirmed the election of the following esteemed industry leaders as CoA members:

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 House of P. N. Gadgil & Sons  has officially opened the first exclusive store for its well-known certified natural diamond jewellery brand, Reva Diamonds, in Phoenix Mall of the Millennium in Wakad. This big event is a step toward the brand’s goal of opening stores just for certified natural diamond and platinum jewellery. It mixes modern style with the long-standing reputation of one of India’s most famous jewellery stores.

The relaunch of the Dadar showroom on September 22, 2025, was celebrated with great joy and overwhelming love from patrons. The newly renovated, state-of-the-art showroom was unveiled in a warm and festive atmosphere, marking yet another milestone in their 116-year legacy of trust and excellence.

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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.

Vicenzaoro September 2025 by IEG recorded a 3% increase in visitors, showcasing over 1,200 exhibitors, global networking, training sessions, and VO Vintage, strengthening its international jewellery and watchmaking leadership.