Mexico producing 100 metric tonnes of gold each year, gives it highest potential for gold trade with India

The landmark CEPA agreement has come into force by flagging off the first three consignments of Jewellery from New Delhi to Dubai, which will attract zero duty market access

The FTA will fast-track India’s goal of reaching $52 billion in exports of gems and jewellery by 2022-23

Amidst several concerns, long meetings, continual discussions and more, the landmark regulation related to mandatory hallmarking becomes a reality in India – all set to change the course of the Indian G & J Industry completely. Opinions from across the industry highlight the upsides and downsides of thisregulation, says Sugandha R

The world has collectively gone through an unspeakable year. Loss of family members, friends, colleagues and acquaintances; the virus might’ve permanently altered the way some of us look at life. Many of us are bereft of hope, we are not able to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But this too shall pass, and as humans we are bound to come out of this hardship together. Here are some encouraging words penned by some industry stalwarts. Compiled by Sugandha R

Mandatory hallmarking has finally become a reality and many jewellery retailers are having mixed opinions – on the whole they welcome the move and are eager to fulfill all requirements of hallmarking

Third meeting of the expert committee formed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to resolve the issues of mandatory hallmarking was held yesterday. A number of issues were raised during the meeting and BIS has assured to consider and come up with a comprehensive guidelines and detailed responses to the expert committee queries in next few days

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and High Commission of India, Singapore jointly organised the India Global Connect on 18th March

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organised a virtual business meeting with Oman on 28th January 2021 in order to connect jewellery manufacturers from India and leading retailers/wholesalers of Oman

The Indian jewellery manufacturing fraternity is resilient and amidst a surge in Covid 19 cases in some states, lack of skilled artisans, liquidity issues and economic downturn, they are ploughing through the crisis to meet the ongoing festive and wedding demand

The Covid19 pandemic, stiff competition from cheaper crystals, global economic meltdown and more factors have led to the debacle of the great Swarovski empire and it has affected Indian G&J business too

Gold jewellery manufacturers have arguably faced a lot during the past eight months of this year. Here’s how they met their individual challenges

Handover ceremony on 23rd June, 2020

While the Coronavirus Pandemic may be brought under control due to the total lockdown, the Indian economy may need ventilator support in the near future. Industry veterans discuss the problem and suggest solutions…