PC Jeweller to Support 1,000 Goldsmiths in Uttar Pradesh Under Entrepreneurship Initiative
PC Jeweller has partnered with the Uttar Pradesh government to help 1,000 certified goldsmiths transition into jewellery entrepreneurs through training, market access and support under state and central schemes.
IIJS Tritiya: Quiet Confidence in a Changing Market
IIJS Tritiya 2025, held in Bengaluru, showcased the resilience and innovation of India’s gem and jewellery industry amid global headwinds. With cautious, yet committed buyers, strategic government support — including the announcement of a proposed mega jewellery park — and a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and technology, the show reinforced India’s growing stature in global jewellery trade
Maharashtra Government Promises Incentives and Major Expo Centre for Gem and Jewellery Sector
The Maharashtra government has announced plans to offer special incentives to the gem and jewellery industry, aiming to boost 'smart jewellery manufacturing' and establish a large exhibition and convention centre in Mumbai
India's First B.Sc. in Jewellery Design Introduced
The Indian Diamond Institute (IDI), a central government-recognized institution, has unveiled the nation's inaugural B.Sc. program in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing to address the escalating demand in these burgeoning sectors.
India’s Jewellery Kaarighars, Craftsmen, Artisans & Goldsmiths to be recognised as ‘Vishwakarmas’
Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, GJEPC sign MOU for PM Vishwakarma Scheme
Coimbatore Jewellery Sector Cluster Project Gets Green Light from Central Government
Central Government Gives Nod to Coimbatore Micro Goldsmiths Cluster Project, Launched Over Five Years Ago
Jos Alukkas enters 2nd phase of HUID campaign
Jos Alukkas has entered the second phase of its HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) campaign, further strengthening its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Government Introduces Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2023-24
The government has recently unveiled the highly anticipated Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme for the year 2023-24. Starting 19th June, interested investors can subscribe to these bonds and take advantage of the scheme's attractive features.
GJEPC urges Centre to consider reducing import duty on cut and polished diamonds
It has also suggested that the basic customs duty on gold, silver, platinum jewellery should be increased from 20% to 25%
IIJS Signature 2022 kicks off with Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurating it virtually
The event will have more than 950 exhibitors occupying 1,470 booths; there are more than 14000 + pre-registered visitors, including 400 international visitors and delegations from USA, UAE, Egypt, Nepal, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh
GJEPC signs 95-yr lease with MIDC for India Jewellery Park Mumbai
India Jewellery Park Mumbai is the first-of-its-kind integrated gem and jewellery industrial park with manufacturing units, commercial areas, residences for industrial workers, and commercial support services
GJEPC Organizes A Webinar On RoDTEP - Benefits, Challenges & The Way Forward
GJEPC's webinar on “RoDTEP – Benefits, Challenges and the Way Forward" in collaboration with Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan (L & S) on 30th August was well received
HUID has been able to achieve nothing: GJC
The HUID system should only be made applicable at AHC level and should not be brought to the level of jewellers, says GJC
BIS Mitigates Industry Fears On Hallmarking
Post the implementation of mandatory hallmarking from 16th June 2021, the Indian jewellery industry was seeking clarity on a host of concerns with regard to the new rules of hallmarking
*GJEPC, the apex body of the gem and jewellery trade, organised a webinar on 28th June, with the authority and keynote speaker Mr. Pramod Kumar Tiwari, Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to address queries concerning the manufacturing , retail and the end consumers
Digital Gold Versus Sovereign Gold Bonds: Impact
Sovereign gold bonds (SGB) are atrtacting investors, especially with increasing gold prices, this article strives to present a comparitive analysis between digital gold and SGB

