West Asia Conflict Disrupts India’s Gem & Jewellery Trade
Escalating conflict in West Asia has disrupted India’s gem and jewellery trade, halting diamond shipments and logistics through Dubai and threatening exports and rough supply for the country’s $30-billion industry.
GJEPC Kolkata Launches Four-Day Customs Training for Appraisers
GJEPC Kolkata began a four-day Customs Training Program on December 1 2025 at the International Air Cargo Complex to enhance appraiser expertise and improve gem and jewellery export procedures.
BDB Unveils State-of-the-Art Precious Cargo Strong Room at Mumbai Airport’s T2
Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) has unveiled a cutting-edge strong room for precious cargo at the Departure area of Terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai
CBIC Notifies Procedure for Personal Carriage of Gems & Jewellery at Jaipur ACC and Airport
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has officially operationalised the procedure for the import and export of gems and jewellery through personal carriage at the Air Cargo Complex (ACC), Jaipur and Jaipur International Airport.
BVC Executes First International Hand-Carry Jewellery Shipment from Mumbai
BVC, a leading logistics provider for India’s gems and jewellery sector, has successfully completed its first international hand-carry shipment of jewellery from Mumbai. The landmark move marks a new chapter in the international transport of high-value cargo, offering greater speed and security
Mumbai Airport to Allow Jewellery Import via Private Transport from May 1
From May 1, travellers passing through Mumbai Airport will be allowed to import and export jewellery via private transport, following a formal directive from the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). The initiative, led by the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), is expected to simplify logistics for exporters and boost India's position as a global jewellery hub
Mumbai Airport to Launch Hand-Carry Jewellery Export Facility from May 1
In a significant boost to India’s gem and jewellery sector, Mumbai International Airport will officially commence hand-carriage jewellery export operations from May 1, 2025. The move marks a pivotal development for exporters, especially emerging players, by allowing the personal carriage of precious cargo to global markets
GJEPC Pushes for Progress on Hand-Carriage Exports at High-Level Customs Meet
In a significant step toward boosting ease of business for India’s gem and jewellery exporters, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held a key meeting with Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs, Prachi Saroop, on April 17 to advance the implementation of hand-carriage exports from Mumbai International Airport
DHL Express Partners with GJEPC to Boost Global Jewellery Exports
DHL Express has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) to facilitate the international shipping of India-crafted jewellery
GJEPC Organises Customs Training Program in Kolkata
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has initiated a comprehensive four-day Customs Training Program in Kolkata, designed to strengthen the expertise of Customs officials in handling gems and jewellery exports. This program, inaugurated by senior Customs officials, emphasizes enhancing operational efficiency and empowering officials with industry-specific knowledge
GJEPC Kicks Off 10th Edition of India Rough Gemstones Sourcing Show in Jaipur
The 10th edition of the India Rough Gemstones Sourcing Show (IRGSS) kicked off in Jaipur on August 27
GJEPC Tardeo Office Hosts Specialised Training For 40 Customs Officers
Forty recently appointed Customs officers received specialized training in the "Diamond and Gems Identification Course" at the GJEPC Tardeo Office. The course was conducted with the support of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
GJEPC Facilitates India’s First Jewellery Exports Through Courier Mode from Mumbai
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has achieved a significant milestone by facilitating India’s first jewellery exports through courier mode from Mumbai.
BVC Logistics Facilitates The Historic First Jewellery Export Shipment Via Courier
BVC Logistics facilitated India's first 4 jewellery exports from Caratlane via Air India from India to USA today.
GJEPC Kolkata Organizes Exporter Outreach Program to Support Entrepreneurs
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) recently organized an Exporter Outreach Program in Kolkata to support new entrants and budding entrepreneurs in the industry.
