South African Diplomatic Delegation Visits Bharat Diamond Bourse to Discuss Trade Ties
A South African delegation led by High Commissioner Anil Sooklal visited Bharat Diamond Bourse on April 29, 2026, in Mumbai to discuss strengthening bilateral diamond trade and supply collaboration.
Finance Minister unveils IIGJ Udupi as gem and jewellery skill development centre
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated IIGJ Udupi on April 28, in Karnataka, highlighting skilling, employment and industry-led training, while IIGJ signed an MoU with IIT Madras for lab-grown diamond certification.
GIA Opens New Gemology Campus in Taiwan
The Gemological Institute of America opened a new Taiwan campus on March 29, 2026, offering Chinese-language Graduate Gemologist education to expand regional access and support industry workforce development.
Dholakia Foundation inaugurates CIBJO Lake in Gujarat on World Water Day
Dholakia Foundation inaugurated CIBJO Lake in Dudhala, Gujarat, on March 22, 2026, marking CIBJO’s centenary and strengthening water security, agriculture, and sustainability across five villages in Saurashtra.
HRD Antwerp Hosts Indo-Belgian Diamond Forum in New Delhi
HRD Antwerp convened 330 industry leaders, policymakers and retailers at the Indo-Belgian Diamond Forum in New Delhi, highlighting trade cooperation, transparency and the strategic partnership between India and Belgium.
GSI’s CSP Students Gain First-Hand Experience at Sri Lanka’s Rakwana Gem Deposits
The Gemological Science International (GSI) Colored Stone Professional (CSP) Diploma programme recently took its students on an immersive journey to Sri Lanka’s renowned Rakwana Gem Deposit, offering first-hand exposure to gemstone mining, processing, and trading.
Bharat Diamond Bourse Navratri Celebration Blends Tradition, Security, and Cross-Cultural Harmony
The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recently celebrated Navratri with a vibrant event that combined ancient Indian traditions, modern safety practices, and cross-cultural engagement. The festivities featured devotional rituals, energetic Dandiya performances, a Padel tournament, and a show-stopping performance by the BDB Security Brass Band, which earned an invitation to perform at Finland’s National Day.
IIGJ Mumbai Unveils State-of-the-Art Campus to Strengthen Gems & Jewellery Education
The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, inaugurated its newly modernised campus, marking a significant step towards shaping the future of India’s jewellery education and skill development.
Tariff-free jewellery access reshapes UK–India trade
Signed on 24 July 2025, the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (CETA) grants Indian jewellery duty-free entry into the UK — opening the door to a surge in exports and bilateral economic growth.
GIA India Celebrates Graduation of Diamond Diploma Students in Mumbai Ceremony
GIA India recently marked a significant milestone with the graduation ceremony of students from its Graduate Diamonds Diploma Program held at the Mumbai campus
GIA India celebrates graduates of Diamonds Diploma Program in Mumbai
GIA India recently hosted a momentous graduation ceremony for the students of its Graduate Diamonds Diploma Program at Mumbai
The Sparkling Collaboration: Designers Class and International Institute of Gemology Launch Online Jewellery Design and Business Courses
The Designers Class Partners with the International Institute of Gemology to offer Online Jewellery Design and Business Management Courses
GJEPC organizes India Evening to showcase finest of Indian jewels to Ambassadors of the leading countries of the world
Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar launched as GJEPC’s brand ambassador for India’s diamond, gem & jewellery industry
GSI inaugurates its expert Gemology program in Jaipur
The 14-week diploma program is offered in the hub of the colored stone industry, Jaipur, India.
GIA India Holds Graduation Ceremony
Vandana M Jagwani, a GIA Diamonds Graduate and Founder of Vandals - a laboratory-grown diamond jewellery brand, was the chief guest at the ceremony for graduates of GIA Graduate Diamond Diploma Program and GIA Graduate Diamond Diploma Program (Blended)
