India Should Focus on Incremental Changes in KP

Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): More than two decades after the Kimberley Process (KP) was born, the diamond industry still faces an uncomfortable truth: the global system designed to keep “Conflict diamonds” out of the market is stuck in the past. The Kimberley Process defines conflict diamonds narrowly—stones used by rebel movements to finance wars against legitimate governments. That definition made sense in the early 2000s, when conflicts in Sierra Leone and Angola shocked the world. But today, violence linked to

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India Should Focus on Incremental Changes in KP

Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): More than two decades after the Kimberley Process (KP) was born, the diamond industry still faces an uncomfortable truth: the global system designed to keep “Conflict diamonds” out of the market is stuck in the past. The Kimberley Process defines conflict diamonds narrowly—stones used by rebel movements to finance wars against legitimate governments. That definition made sense in the early 2000s, when conflicts in Sierra Leone and Angola shocked the world. But today, violence linked to

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GJEPC Targets 20% Export Boost to UAE with IGJS

Dubai: The 4th edition of the International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Dubai commenced yesterday, hosted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) of India. This exclusive event, co-sponsored by Suntech Business Solutions and supported by the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group, brings together the finest of Indian gems and jewellery, reinforcing India’s position as a premier destination

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Big FDI Increase in India’s G&J Sector

Mumbai: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India’s gems & jewellery sector witnessed an impressive year-on-year growth of 673% in the first quarter of FY2024, rising to $40 million (INR 330 crore) from $5 million (INR 42 crore) during the same period in 2023. This sharp increase highlights renewed investor confidence in the sector. According to a review by the GJEPC,

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Diavik Begins Underground Production

Perth: Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine has officially entered commercial production at its A21 underground mine, marking a significant milestone in the mine’s operations. The successful completion of Phase 1 of the A21 underground project comes after extensive development and construction efforts. The company has also received approval for Phase 2 of the project, with an additional investment of $17

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Govt. Offers Duty Waiver for India Jewellery Park

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GJEPC Targets 20% Export Boost to UAE with IGJS

Dubai: The 4th edition of the International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Dubai commenced yesterday, hosted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) of India. This exclusive event, co-sponsored by Suntech Business Solutions and supported by the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group, brings together the finest of Indian gems and jewellery, reinforcing India’s position as a premier destination

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Big FDI Increase in India’s G&J Sector

Mumbai: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India’s gems & jewellery sector witnessed an impressive year-on-year growth of 673% in the first quarter of FY2024, rising to $40 million (INR 330 crore) from $5 million (INR 42 crore) during the same period in 2023. This sharp increase highlights renewed investor confidence in the sector. According to a review by the GJEPC,

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Diavik Begins Underground Production

Perth: Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine has officially entered commercial production at its A21 underground mine, marking a significant milestone in the mine’s operations. The successful completion of Phase 1 of the A21 underground project comes after extensive development and construction efforts. The company has also received approval for Phase 2 of the project, with an additional investment of $17

Read More »

Govt. Offers Duty Waiver for India Jewellery Park

Mumbai: The Maharashtra state government has announced a complete waiver of stamp duty on the first lease of land and subsequent sub-leases within the India Jewellery Park, a project of GJEPC, at Mahape, Navi Mumbai. The decision, outlined in the Maharashtra Government Gazette dated 25th September 2024, aims to encourage investment in the jewellery sector and promote the development of the

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