SGJIA Opens New Association Building in Jaipur’s Sitapura Industrial Area
Sitapura Gems and Jewellery Industry Association inaugurated its new Jugal Kishore Gupta Tower in Jaipur on July 29, bringing together leaders from GJEPC, NGJCI and GJC to strengthen industry collaboration.
GJEPC Seeks Tariff Relief as New U.S. Trade Regime Retains 10% Duty on Indian Gem and Jewellery Exports
With the U.S. Section 301 tariff regime taking effect on July 24, 2026, GJEPC says Indian gem and jewellery exports continue to face a 10% additional tariff despite policy compliance.
GJC Flags Risk to Gem & Jewellery Exports Over US 10% Tariff
The Gem & Jewellery Council has cautioned that the US' 10% tariff on Indian imports could weaken export competitiveness, squeeze margins and impact jobs, urging government intervention through trade negotiations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sends Message for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a message for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, highlighting the Indian gem and jewellery sector's global growth ahead of the exhibition in Mumbai this August.
IIJS Bharat Strengthens Vietnam Connect to Boost International Buyer Participation
GJEPC expanded its outreach in Vietnam through meetings with jewellery trade bodies, retailers and wholesalers to encourage a larger buyer delegation for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.
GJEPC Leads Trade Delegation to Uzbekistan to Expand Export Opportunities
GJEPC hosted a networking meet in Tashkent on July 14, bringing Indian gem and jewellery exporters together with Uzbek trade stakeholders to explore partnerships and strengthen bilateral business opportunities.
GJEPC Engages Indian Embassy in Thailand to Boost IIJS Bharat Participation
GJEPC met officials at the Embassy of India in Bangkok to strengthen India-Thailand gem and jewellery trade ties and promote Thai buyer participation at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.
GJEPC Holds India-UK Buyer-Seller Meet Ahead of CETA Implementation
Ahead of the India-UK CETA taking effect on July 15, 2026, GJEPC hosted a London Buyer-Seller Meet to connect Indian exporters with UK buyers and expand bilateral gem and jewellery trade.
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Crosses 25,000 Registrations; Phase 1 Deadline Extended
Strong response from domestic and international trade visitors has prompted GJEPC to extend Phase 1 registration for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 until July 10 ahead of the August exhibition.
GJEPC Joins Trade Mission to UK and Greece to Expand Export Opportunities
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council joined the Union Commerce Minister's trade mission to the UK and Greece to strengthen market access, promote exports and deepen trade partnerships across Europe.
GJEPC Urges RBI to Ease Banking Norms for Gem and Jewellery Exporters
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council has sought regulatory relief from the Reserve Bank of India, citing liquidity constraints, extended payment cycles and financing challenges affecting India’s export-oriented gem and jewellery sector.
Pritesh Patel to Headline Fireside Chat at 41st World Diamond Congress
GIA President and CEO Pritesh Patel will participate in a fireside chat at the 41st World Diamond Congress in Singapore on July 14, discussing strategy, research, education and provenance initiatives.
Jitin Prasada Inaugurates Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre at SEEPZ-SEZ
Union Minister Jitin Prasada inaugurated the Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre at Mumbai’s SEEPZ-SEZ on June 19, 2026 to streamline customs processes, improve logistics and support exporters through integrated infrastructure.
India’s Gem and Jewellery Exports Reach $4.27 Billion in April-May 2026; GJEPC Raises Duty-Free Gold Supply Concerns
India’s gem and jewellery exports totalled $4.27 billion in April-May 2026, while GJEPC urged the government to address gold supply constraints and regulatory issues affecting export manufacturing.
Department of Commerce Urges Jewellery Exporters to Leverage FTAs
The Department of Commerce and GJEPC organized an outreach programme in Jaipur on 9 June, encouraging jewellery exporters to utilize India’s FTAs to expand exports and access global markets.
