Key Highlights The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) and the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) have launched the second edition of GEMLEAD Focus 2026, a four-day residential executive leadership programme designed to prepare the next generation of India’s jewellery entrepreneurs and family business leaders. The programme, which runs from August 31…
Key Highlights The global jewellery industry will converge in Hong Kong this September as Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong (JGW) returns with more than 3,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, reinforcing its position as the world’s largest jewellery sourcing event ahead of the crucial year-end buying season. Spanning seven days across AsiaWorld-Expo…
Key Highlights The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI), in partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), organised “Future Facets 2026 – Industry Consultation Workshop” at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, SEEPZ, Mumbai. The day-long workshop brought together close to 50 plus stakeholders from across the gem and jewellery sector to identify emerging…
Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agrawal calls for greater value addition, innovation, design and global branding as India charts a roadmap to quadruple gems and jewellery exports. Key Highlights India has set an ambitious target of taking its gems and jewellery exports to USD 100 billion by 2040, with the Government and industry identifying value addition,…
Key Highlights Six-day official delegation visits BDB, IDTC and SEEPZ, exploring opportunities for direct supply, trading, manufacturing and wider industry collaboration. Mumbai, August 17, 2026: The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) hosted an official delegation from Namibia led by Ms. Gaudentia Krohne, Hon’ble Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, Government of Namibia, in what…
Key Highlights The new diamond brooch collection celebrates professional identity, achievement and the dedication behind professions including medicine, law and accountancy. Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds has unveiled Powermark, an exclusive collection of diamond brooches created to celebrate the pride, dedication and achievements of professionals including doctors, Chartered Accountants and lawyers. The collection was launched during…
NJA’26 will recognise excellence across jewellery design, craftsmanship, manufacturing, retail, branding and innovation, with entries open until 22 August. Key Highlights The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has opened entries for the 15th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA’26), inviting jewellers, designers, women entrepreneurs and students from across India to participate…
Key Highlights Namibia is exploring a greater role for India in its rough diamond trade following India’s proposed 15-year income-tax exemption for rough diamond sales through notified Special Notified Zones (SNZs). A senior Namibian delegation led by Ms Gaudentia Krohne, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, visited the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion…
Key Highlights GIA India, an independent subsidiary of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), has unveiled the GIA School of Gemology and Jewelry Arts™ during IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, reinforcing its long-term commitment to advancing gemological education and professional skill development in India. The new school reflects GIA’s continued…
Key Highlights The Indian Association for Gold Excellence & Standards (IAGES) marked its first anniversary by celebrating a year of promoting trust, transparency and ethical business practices across India’s gold jewellery industry. The annual gathering, held at Hotel Sofitel, BKC, Mumbai, brought together accredited partners, leading jewellery retailers and representatives from across the country’s gold…
Key Highlights The Indian gem and jewellery industry reaffirmed its commitment to social responsibility as the 11th edition of GJEPC’s Jewellers for Hope raised funds to support education, taking the initiative’s cumulative contributions to more than ₹11 crore, benefiting over 16 organisations across India. The flagship CSR initiative was held on 6 August at the…
Key Highlights Calling upon India’s gem and jewellery industry to strengthen the global reputation of ‘Made in India’ jewellery, Union Minister Shri Chirag Paswan said Indian craftsmanship, quality and innovation must become the world’s most trusted choice as he inaugurated the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) venue of IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai. The inauguration…
Key Highlights The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) honoured Mehul Shah, President of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) and Vice President of Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), with the prestigious “Industry Legend” recognition during the ongoing IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai. The honour was presented as part of GJEPC’s special recognition…
Key Highlights India’s gem and jewellery industry has entered one of its most promising phases for global trade as IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 opened in Mumbai against the backdrop of multiple Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and major policy reforms that are creating fresh opportunities for exporters and manufacturers. The opening of India’s flagship B2B gem…
Key Highlights New scientific research presented by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) suggests that fluorescence in natural diamonds—long regarded as one of the industry’s most debated characteristics—generally has a neutral to positive effect on a diamond’s appearance, with some stones appearing even brighter under daylight-equivalent lighting conditions. The findings were shared during a special…
Theme “Coloured Gemstones – An Indispensable Part of Jaipur Heritage” celebrates Jaipur’s global leadership in the coloured gemstone industry Key Highlights The Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) 2026 took a significant step towards its upcoming edition as the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, officially unveiled the event’s theme poster and accepted the…
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) Hall Layout & Venue Map Planning your visit to IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026? Use these official venue maps to navigate both exhibition venues with ease. This guide includes the complete hall layouts for Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) and Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), helping visitors locate…
Innov8 Talks is the knowledge-sharing platform of IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, featuring expert speakers and industry leaders discussing the latest trends, innovations and opportunities across the gems and jewellery sector. Browse the complete schedule below to plan your visit to the sessions at BEC Hall 6. Innov8 Talks Schedule – BEC Dates: 6–9 August 2026…
Innov8 Talks at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 brings together leading industry experts, innovators and business leaders to discuss emerging trends, technology, manufacturing, lab-grown diamonds, natural diamonds, AI and jewellery business growth. Browse the complete schedule below to explore session timings, topics and speaker details taking place at Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), Pavilion 1. Innov8…
Key Highlights Reinforcing the close trade relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Shri Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Hon’ble Consul General of India to Dubai, visited the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) in Mumbai to gain first-hand insights into India’s diamond trading ecosystem and the import-export operations that connect the two countries. The visit reflects…
