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Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring
Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?
Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring
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IIGJ Presents Glimpz’26 Annual Award Ceremony
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) presented Glimpz’26, its annual exhibition and awards ceremony showcasing the graduating batch of B.A. in Gems & Jewellery Design (2023–26).Held at the Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC Auditorium, the event brought together industry leaders, mentors, and emerging design talent on a common platform—celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and the future of Indian jewellery.
End of Diamond Production at Diavik Mine
Toronto: Diamond production at the Diavik mine, in Canada’s Northwest Territories, came to an end last week after 23 years. It produced over 150 million carats during its lifetime, more than either of NWT’s other mines – Ekati (owned by Burgundy) and Gahcho Kue (joint venture, De Beers and Mountain Province ). The closure on Thursday, 26 March 2026, also
GJEPC to Organize ‘Design Inspirations’ on 9th April
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has organized ‘Design Inspirations’ event on 9th April, 2026 at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, Mumbai. The design seminar invites a galaxy of eminent speakers to share their insights on a wide range of topics. The workshop aims to provide the industry with relevant updates, enabling them to plan their designs and
IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026 Ends with Great Success
Bengaluru: The 4th edition of IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026, organized by India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), concluded on a triumphant note at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), solidifying its position as India’s third-largest B2B jewellery exhibition. The show witnessed a massive scale-up, hosting over 1,100 exhibitors and 1,900 stalls, while attracting 15,000 trade buyers from 500
Gemewizard Collaborates with IIG
Mumbai: The Gem Color Academy, Gemewizard’s educational wing, has announced the official opening of its fourth branch, run in collaboration with International Institute of Gemology (IIG) of India. The new venture enables IIG to offer online and on-site classes of Gem Color Academy’s Colored Stones Grading Course in its premises in India and Hong Kong. Gemewizard’s president Menahem Sevdermish discusses
Antwerp’s Rough Tenders Thrive Despite Pandemic
Mumbai: Antwerp’s tender houses have been thriving in 2020, enabled by quick adaptations and continuity of operations in the Antwerp diamond square mile. Antwerp is home to a critical mass of buyers as well as the largest concentration of tender houses and representative offices of mining companies, enabling the successful conclusion of nearly 100 rough tenders, and more than 10,5 million
Nirav Modi’s Judgement on 25th February
London: The Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London will give its judgement on 25th February whether diamantaire Nirav Modi would be sent to India to face the law in the Rs 13,000 crore-bank fraud case. On January 8, the UK court completed the hearing on extradition of Nirav Modi to India and set February 25 as next date to deliver its judgement. Nirav
Consumer Trends & Industry Innovation by Paola
Mumbai: In one of the most riveting Knowledge Forum series organised by the GJEPC during IIJS Virtual 2.0, Paola de Luca, the founder of The Futurist Ltd, threw light on Consumer Trends & Industry Innovation, a relevant theme for our industry today. The session was hosted by Dolly Choudhary, Director, Promotions, Marketing & Business Development, GJEPC. Paola stressed upon the fact
