Shivam Jewels Selected as De Beers DTC Sightholder
Shivam Jewels, a Surat-based diamond manufacturer, has been appointed a De Beers DTC Sightholder in March 2026, marking a rare addition to the list and strengthening India’s presence in primary rough supply.
Diamond Trade on Edge as Tensions in the Middle East Disrupt Key Supply Routes
The ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict is disrupting diamond trade flows, impacting key hubs, delaying shipments, and pressuring logistics; however, the industry is hopeful of things returning to normal once the geopolitical tensions ease, finds out Dhwani Rathod.
Jewellery industry flags tax, duty and regulatory priorities ahead of Budget 2026
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, leading jewellery retailers, manufacturers and industry bodies outline expectations on GST, import duties, exports, digital gold regulation, working capital, and policy reforms to strengthen growth.
GJEPC Submits Pre-Budget Policy Proposals to Finance Ministry
GJEPC submitted pre-Budget recommendations to the Finance Ministry in Mumbai on January 14, 2026, seeking duty rationalization, tax reforms and SEZ flexibility to support exports amid global trade pressures.
GJEPC Submits Pre-Budget Recommendations to Boost Export Competitiveness and Ease of Doing Business
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council presented key policy proposals to the Government seeking tax reforms, industry incentives, and regulatory ease to strengthen India’s leadership in diamonds, gold, coloured gemstones, and lab-grown diamonds.
Bharat Diamond Bourse Marks 41 Years of Excellence & 15 Years of Operations of BDB Complex
Bharat Diamond Bourse Marks 41 Years of Excellence & 15 Years of Operations of BDB Complex with the Release of customized My Stamp by Department of Posts, Government of India
MLA Shri Pravinbhai G. Mali Visits Bharat Diamond Bourse
Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recently hosted Shri Pravinbhai G. Mali, Hon’ble MLA of Deesa, Banaskantha District, Gujarat, for an official visit on June 16, 2025. The visit served as an opportunity for the MLA to engage with industry leaders, understand the functioning of the world’s largest diamond trading hub, and acknowledge the significant contribution of members from Deesa to the diamond trade ecosystem
Anoop Mehta Joins IGI as Chairman and Independent Director
Veteran Diamond Industry Leader to Steer IGI’s Next Chapter
Bharat Diamond Bourse Honoured with SURAKSHIT MUMBAI AWARD 2025 for Excellence in Security
The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) has added another feather to its cap, winning the SURAKSHIT MUMBAI AWARD 2025 for Best Security & Command Centre in Premises of the Year. This prestigious recognition highlights BDB’s unwavering commitment to safety, technological innovation, and operational excellence in protecting one of the world’s leading diamond trading hubs
Augmont Expands SPOT Gold Trading Platform with Lab-Grown Diamond Integration for Global Markets
Trading of Lab-Grown Diamonds through SPOT 2.0 Platform Enables Buyers and Sellers to Trade with Transparency and Confidence
Jaipur Jewellery Show 2024: A Glittering Legacy in Its 22nd Year
The Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS), fondly known as the December Show, returns for its 22nd edition from 20 to 23 December 2024 at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Sitapura. With over 1200 booths, this premier event continues to blend Jaipur’s rich heritage in gems and jewellery with contemporary trends, offering a vibrant platform for trade, innovation, and design excellence
India’s Jewellery Titans Shine on the 2024 Hurun Rich List
The 2024 Hurun India Rich List highlights the significant influence of India's jewellery and diamond industry, with leading figures from Surat, Mumbai, and the southern states dominating the rankings
India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere 2024 Shatters Records with $12 Billion in Business
The India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere 2024, hosted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has set a new industry milestone by generating a record-breaking USD 12 billion in business
PM: ‘Surat diamond bourse to create 150,000 jobs’
On December 17, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Surat Diamond Bourse, lauding it as a symbol of 'New India's strength' and emphasizing its significance in showcasing the government's commitment to national progress
CIBJO Congress 2023 Sets Its Stage in Jaipur
Gems & Jewellery Sector Commits to Elevating Trust, Transparency, Sustainability, Traceability, and Responsible Sourcing Through Self-Governance
