Natural Diamond Council (NDC) and Diamond Standard, the developer of the world’s first market-traded and regulator-approved diamond investment product, have joined forces in a strategic collaboration. The partnership aims to increase the…
The jewellery industry must navigate a changing landscape as it emerges from the constraints of the Covid-19 pandemic, facing a reduction in strategic advantages and an economic slowdown in several regions, CIBJO…
Hyderabad-based jewellery designer Swapna Mehta is famous for upcycling her jewellery creations with a dual purpose – showcasing her dedication to both the preservation of India’s rich art and culture, while perpetuating…
Dealers attending Geneva show GemGenève (11th-14th May) reported strong demand for jewellery, gemstones, and diamonds, with top quality gemstones increasingly difficult to source. GemGenève, usually staged twice a year in May and…
All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) announced the 12th edition of its jewellery design competition, National Jewellery Awards (NJA). This edition will have six award segments which are further divided…
Private equity asset management company Blackstone has acquired International Gemological Institute (IGI) from Shanghai Yuyuan Tourist Mart (Group) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Fosun, and Roland Lorie, who belongs to the founding…
In a united effort to curtail Russia’s revenue streams and apply additional pressure amid escalating tensions, the Group of Seven (G7) nations announced following its meeting in Hiroshima their commitment to imposing…
The sixth edition of The Artisan Awards proved to be an event of inspiration and innovation. Hosted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the event unfolded against the opulence…
Bulgari’s blue diamond ring, Laguna Blu sold for more than $25 million. Photo courtesy Sotheby’s Sotheby’s Geneva made headlines once again with its spectacular Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels auction, achieving its…
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), and the Mumbai Diamond Merchants’ Association (MDMA) joined forces on 18th May, 2023, to host a highly informative seminar in…