We Wish to Build Globally Relevant SKY Gold: Akash Talesara
Israel’s Diamond Industry Under Severe Pressure
Did Natural Diamond Ind. Misjudge LGD Threat?
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Top News
GIA Appoints Pritesh Patel as President & CEO
Mumbai: The Board of Governors of the Gemological Institute of America, Inc. (GIA) has named Pritesh Patel, currently GIA’s Chief Operating Officer, as the Institute’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 4, 2025, according to a press release. Mr. Patel succeeds Susan M. Jacques, GIA’s President and CEO since 2014, who will continue at GIA as a strategic advisor
Stage is Set for Platinum BSM in Kochi
Mumbai: All roads now lead to the Platinum Guild International (PGI) – India’s 8th annual flagship event, the Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM). Scheduled to take place on June26th and 27th, 2025, in Kochi, this marquee industry event will bring together leading retail and manufacturing partners across India’s platinum jewellery industry to showcase innovation, foster strategic partnerships, and drive category growth in a dynamic
Endiama, Sodiam Join Natural Diamond Council
Mumbai: Angola’s two leading state-owned diamond institutions, ENDIAMA E.P. and SODIAM E.P., have formally announced their joint commitment to generic category marketing by joining the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) as contributing members, effective July 1, 2025. As the third-largest global producer of natural diamonds and one of the most promising in terms of future deposit discoveries, Angola continues to strengthen
GJEPC Champions Diamond Sustainability at Russia Forum
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) made a strong statement on diamond sustainability and global collaboration at the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) held in Russia on 19 June. Representing India at the forum were Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC; and Mr. Ajesh Mehta, Convener, Diamond Panel, GJEPC. The GJEPC delegation also met Mr. Pavel
IIJS Premiere Launches 3D Stall Configurator
Mumbai: IIJS Premiere 2024 announces the launch of its most unique feature yet: the 3D STALL CONFIGURATOR, now live within the exhibitor manual. This innovative tool allows exhibitors to visualise and customise their stall layouts in a fully interactive 3D environment. With the 3D Stall Configurator, exhibitors can select from a variety of stall layout and additional stand fittings, including Showcases, Wall
Isidore Mörsel Re-Elected President of AWDC
Antwerp: In the wake of Antwerp World Diamond Centre’s (AWDC) Board elections held two weeks ago, the organization recently announces the confirmation of Isidore Mörsel as President of the Board. Mörsel succeeds himself while Ravi Bhansali, who is joining AWDC’s Board for the first time, was appointed Vice-President. Isidore Mörsel, who is deeply respected within the Antwerp diamond community and
JOSH Convocation Ceremony Held
Mumbai: JOSH (Jewellery Occupational Skilling Hub) an initiative of GJSCI which Imparts Skills to individuals which primarily focuses on Training Candidates from deprived backgrounds of Society. A Convocation ceremony was held on 27th June, 2024 to felicitate 115 candidates, the pass outs of the 7th Regular batch of Candidates as well as the 1st batch of students from the Specially
Piyush Goyal Commends Bharat Ratnam’s world-class status
Mumbai: India’s Minister Piyush Goyal visited Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC on June 29th 2024, a project of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and SEEPZ. During the event, GJEPC highlighted its strategic initiatives, which have significantly contributed to the resilience, growth, and stability of the Indian gem and jewellery industry amidst global challenges. The event, held at the
