The 2019 edition of the Nepal International Gem & Jewellery Expo was inaugurated today by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Nepal Mr K.P. Sharma Oli in Kathmandu, Nepal in the presence of GJEPC Chairman Shri Pramod Kumar Agrawal and a number of dignitaries from the government and the trade.

ALROSA today reported its IFRS financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2019 (Q1), stating that revenue increased 15% over the previous quarter to RUB 70 billion, but was still 21% lower than the revenue of RUB 96 billion earned in the comparative quarter a year earlier.

Debmarine Namibia, a 50/50 joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Namibia and De Beers Group, yesterday announced that its Board of Directors have approved the construction of the world’s first ever custom-built diamond recovery vessel at an estimated cost of US$468 million (N$7 billion).

The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) and Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) - India Chapter have announced the launch of 'Design Connect' – a new platform for jewellery designers to connect and collaborate with jewellery manufacturers and retailers.

Lucapa Diamond Company Limited recently recovered a 130 carat gem quality diamond from its joint venture, Lulo Diamond Project in Angola.