GJEPC’s MSME Department hosted a practical export-readiness Chaupal in Zaveri Bazaar, guiding first-time exporters through procedures, compliance, market demand, incentives and global opportunities, while addressing real operational challenges.

The JJS Exhibitors Meet previewed a significantly expanded show with a new floor plan, global delegations, leadership insights and the upcoming JJS–IJ Design Awards, reinforcing JJS’s status as a premier B2B jewellery platform.

The India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to implement mandatory self-hallmarking for silver products by jewellers, rather than relying on external hallmarking agencies.

In a major consumer protection move, the Indian government has extended its hallmarking mandate to cover 9-karat gold jewellery, effective July 2025. Previously, hallmarking requirements only applied to gold pieces of 14K, 18K, and 22K standard.

The Reserve Bank of India’s recently updated rules on gold-backed lending have sparked concern among policymakers and financial experts, who warn that the new requirements could inadvertently cut off access to credit for millions of informal and rural borrowers.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has officially operationalised the procedure for the import and export of gems and jewellery through personal carriage at the Air Cargo Complex (ACC), Jaipur and Jaipur International Airport.

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) reaffirmed its commitment to design education and industry collaboration through its continued association with the 14th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA), organised by the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) in partnership with the World Gold Council.

As India emerges as the world’s fastest-growing major diamond jewellery market, a strategic collaboration between De Beers Group and the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) aims to support the Indian gem and jewellery trade by strengthening the natural diamond narrative

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has marked 2024 as a milestone year for its gold hallmarking initiative, reporting significant progress in ensuring the authenticity and quality of gold jewellery across India

The Indian government has proposed revised guidelines for permissible wastage limits in the export of gold, silver, and platinum jewellery

The World Gold Council (WGC), an international trade association, has urged India's finance ministry and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to establish clear guidelines and regulatory frameworks for the burgeoning digital gold business in the country

In a landmark effort to enhance financial market stability and liquidity, the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and the World Gold Council (WGC) have embarked on a mission to reclassify gold as a High-Quality Liquid Asset (HQLA) under Basel III guidelines

Led by Executive Director Sabyasachi Ray, the GJEPC's efforts were instrumental in demonstrating India's readiness and adherence to FATF guidelines, culminating in commendation from stakeholders including the Hon'ble Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman

GJEPC recently hosted an enlightening webinar on the upgraded electronic Bank Realisation Certificate (eBRC) system, featuring key speakers from DGFT and a detailed presentation on its salient features and benefits