India achieved significant milestones at the Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary 2024, held in Dubai from 12-15 November. Led by Shri Siddharth Mahajan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of India along with…

Iconic Indian luxury brand Sabyasachi has unveiled a unique residency at Bergdorf Goodman in New York, running through 3rd February 2025. The partnership, timed for the holiday season, offers an immersive experience…

A record-breaking 183.4 million people in the US plan to hit the stores and online retailers this Thanksgiving weekend, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. This…

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution has announced the commencement of the fourth phase of its mandatory hallmarking initiative. This phase, which…

The India Jewellery Exposition Centre (IJEX) in Dubai recently hosted a high-profile visit from Shri Siddharth Mahajan, IAS, Hon’ble Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. During his visit,…

A historic moment unfolded at Christie’s Geneva as the iconic Aga Khan Emerald shattered world auction records for an emerald sold at auction, fetching a staggering CHF7,765,000 (US$8,859,865). This extraordinary 37-carat gemstone,…

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has released a new report, “Diamonds of Canada,” highlighting the origins and positive impact of Canadian natural diamonds. This report examines the history, mining practices, and social…

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has issued an update in the Gazette of India announcing an important amendment to the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, to further streamline jewellery exports. The Directorate…