GJEPC Appeals to Finance Minister for Urgent Relief Amid U.S. Tariff Impact on Gem & Jewellery Sector
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has appealed to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for urgent relief measures to help the Indian gem and jewellery industry withstand the financial strain caused by the recent 50% tariff imposed by the United States, which threatens exports, jobs, and sector competitiveness.
GJEPC Calls on Citizens to Take Blood Donation Pledge on Jeweller's Day
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has urged people across India to mark Jeweller’s Day on 17th September by taking a Blood Donation Pledge and participating in nationwide blood donation drives organised in partnership with hospitals and blood banks.
India-Saudi Jewellery Trade Ties in Focus at Inaugural SAJEX 2025
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) will host the first Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX 2025) from September 11–13 at the Jeddah Superdome, in what is being seen as a major step in strengthening jewellery trade ties between India and Saudi Arabia.
India’s Q1 GDP Growth Reinforces Jewellery Sector Resilience: GJEPC Chairman
Commenting on India’s 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of FY 2026, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), said the strong performance reflects the resilience of the economy and the policy direction under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Overseas manufacturing, supply chain adjustments to counter tariff hike: GJEPC
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met on Friday to address the sharp rise in US tariffs on Indian jewellery, which now stand at 25%–32%, threatening the export segment. Discussions covered the scale of the impact, the need to explore legal and operational intricacies, and long-term strategies to protect the sector.
GJEPC Opens Jewellery Hand Carriage Facilitation Centre at Mumbai Airport to Boost Exports
In a major step to simplify and accelerate the export of high-value shipments, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in partnership with Mumbai Customs, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Jewellery Hand Carriage Facilitation Centre at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Terminal 2
GJEPC Targets Saudi Arabia’s USD 1.1 Trillion Economy with Launch of SAJEX to Boost Jewellery Exports
In a landmark move to expand India’s gem and jewellery exports, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), with support from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced the launch of SAJEX – The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition, the first-ever dedicated B2B gem and jewellery fair in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
GJEPC Hosts All-India Hindi Language Drive to Promote Official Communication Skills
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held a special Hindi language initiative across its offices nationwide, aiming to boost the use of Hindi in official communication among its employees
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
GJEPC Responds to U.S. Reciprocal Tariff on Indian Gem and Jewellery Exports
The U.S. government's decision to impose a 27% reciprocal tariff on Indian gem and jewellery exports has raised concerns within the industry. The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) warns that this move could disrupt trade flows, burden exporters, and reshape global supply chains. While urging the U.S. to uphold its strong trade ties with India, GJEPC calls for a Bilateral Trade Agreement to mitigate the impact and ensure long-term stability for the sector
MSME Ministry Approves IGJS Jaipur 2025 Under PMS Scheme
The International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur 2025, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has received official approval under the Procurement & Marketing Support (PMS) Scheme of the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME)
GJEPC Unveils 2025 Event Calendar at Exporter Mentorship Program
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) successfully wrapped up the 10th session of its Exporter Mentorship Program (EMP), a flagship initiative aimed at guiding aspiring exporters in the gem and jewellery sector
GJEPC Announces New Leadership with Kirit Bhansali as Chairman and Shaunak Parikh as Vice Chairman
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s premier trade body for the gem and jewellery industry, has appointed Kirit Bhansali as Chairman and Shaunak Parikh as Vice Chairman following the completion of the COA Election 2024
UAE Ambassador Visits GJEPC Mumbai to Strengthen Indo-UAE Trade Ties
H.E. Dr. Abdulnasser Alshaali, the UAE Ambassador to India, visited the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) head office and the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) in Mumbai on January 23, 2025. Accompanied by a delegation of senior officials, the visit focused on leveraging the Indo-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to boost bilateral trade in the gems and jewellery sector, discussing investment opportunities, visa policies, and enhanced collaboration
GJEPC Celebrates Silver Jubilee of Eastern Regional Office in Kolkata
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) marked a significant milestone with the Silver Jubilee celebration of its Eastern Regional Office in Kolkata. The event witnessed the presence of key industry leaders and highlighted future growth strategies, collaborations, and initiatives to strengthen India’s global position in the gem and jewellery trade
