GIA India Laboratory Pvt. Ltd. has appointed industry veteran Amit Pratihari as its new Managing Director, effective October 1, 2025. He will lead the organisation’s gemological laboratories in Mumbai and Surat, along with the GIA India School in Mumbai, bringing over two decades of expertise in retail, brand management, and the diamond industry.

The proposed move of the Government of India to label LGDs as “synthetic” has caused a furore, with the LGD segment saying this would not only be unfair, it would greatly damage the credibility of a sector that produces and retails grown diamonds, which are identical to mined diamonds. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Vidita Kochar of Jewelbox, a prominent LGD player, to understand the ramifications of such a proposal.

Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the leading gemological laboratories worldwide, announced the commencement of its latest laboratory in Bengaluru, India.

GJC Nite received an attendance of about 1500 members of the fraternity. The highlights included fashion shows featuring leading Indian models and celebrities showcasing some of India’s finest jewellery creations by renowned jewellers.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) of India, announced the performance figures for the Indian Gems & Jewellery Sector for FY 20017-18. The Indian Gem and Jewellery industry has witnessed a decline of 5.06 % with total gem & jewellery exports recorded at USD 40972.36 million (Rs. 264130.64 crores ) as compared to USD 43,157.11 million ( Rs. 289207.47 crores) in the same period last year.

The range is inspired by the beauty of the magnificent precious green stone - 'Emerald', which is the birthstone for the month of May.

SPARSH Touch of Elegance is an exclusive diamond jewellery brand that has hallmarked products by BIS.

The splendid 2400 square foot store comprises a complete range of exclusive jewellery designed with a harmony of elegance and simplicity.

This collection comprises of gold and silver rakhis that are elementary & meticulously crafted with diamond, textures & enamels.

The collection is themed for Valentine's Day special

It is a conglomeration of many shapes and multi coloured stones

It is one of the city's tallest Christmas trees at UB city mall.

'Dhamani 1969' will cater to contemporary and luxury loving fashionistas from across the globe through beautifully crafted pieces.

The event involved a spiritual discourse on Shrimad Bhagwat by Shri. Ramesh Oza- a renowned scholar of the subject.