GJSCI Partners with APSSDC to Boost Jewellery Sector Skills Through STT, Upskilling & RPL Programmes
The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India and APSSDC have formalized a partnership to roll out structured training, upskilling and RPL initiatives across Andhra Pradesh, strengthening workforce capabilities and enhancing employment opportunities in key jewellery clusters.
GJEPC Presents $100 Billion Export Roadmap for India’s Gem & Jewellery Sector to Prime Minister Narendra Modi
GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali, addressing Prime Minister Modi’s select industry meet, outlined a roadmap to make India the global hub for gems and jewellery with $100 billion exports by 2047.
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.
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
IIJS Tritiya: Karnataka Proposes Land for Jewellery Park Near Intl. Airport
IIJS Tritiya took off on a grand note in Bangalore, with the show witnessing a significant increase in participation. As many as 500 new companies are joining the event, and over 15,000 retailers are expected from 500 cities across India
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
Construction of India's First Jewellery Park to Begin This Month in Mumbai
India is set to bolster its gem and jewellery industry with the launch of the first-ever India Jewellery Park in Mumbai, a landmark project announced by Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman of GJEPC
Indian Exporters Seek Rs 750 Crore Fund to Leverage US Opportunities Amid Tariff Shifts
Indian exporters are urging the government to allocate Rs 750 crore over three years to capitalise on a $25 billion export potential in the US, as evolving trade dynamics create new opportunities
Maharashtra’s Stamp Duty Waiver for India Jewellery Park Applauded by Industry Leaders
Gems and jewellery exporters have hailed the Maharashtra government's move to waive stamp duty for the India Jewellery Park in Navi Mumbai, calling it a significant boost to investment and growth in the sector
GJEPC Launches Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery Training Centre in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) marked a significant milestone on 24th September 2024, with the inauguration of the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) training and skilling centre in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
India's Commerce Ministry Proposes Task Force to Boost Gem and Jewellery Exports
India's Commerce Ministry is planning to establish a task force for the gem and jewellery industry to tackle ongoing challenges, including weak demand in key markets and supply disruptions
GJEPC’s Dual Workshops Equip Howrah’s Gem & Jewellery Sector for Global Markets
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) recently organized two key workshops in Howrah on July 30, 2024, to empower local gem and jewellery manufacturers with the knowledge and resources needed for successful exporting
GJEPC Highlights Growth Prospects at IGNITE Maharashtra Event
At IGNITE Maharashtra, chaired by Collector Thane, the GJEPC highlighted growth opportunities for the gem and jewellery sector. Mithilesh Pandey, GJEPC's Director of Membership, focused on the industry's potential, with special emphasis on the India Jewellery Park in Mahape, Navi Mumbai
GJEPC Addresses Critical Issues of Indian Gems & Jewellery Industry in Meeting with Commerce Secretary
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) convened a pivotal meeting with Shri Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary, to discuss and address pressing concerns affecting the Indian gems and jewellery sector

