BVC Introduces Prepaid Wallet Cashback Programme for Jewellery Shipments
BVC has introduced a prepaid wallet within its Universe app, offering cashback on wallet recharges for jewellery shipments, enabling trade customers to manage logistics payments with flexible account balances.
JAS 2026 to host 351 exhibitors, Dubai Jewellery Group MoU
Jewellers Association Jaipur will organize JAS 2026 from July 3-5 at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, featuring 351 exhibitors, international delegates, trade buyers and a Dubai Jewellery Group partnership.
Jitin Prasada Inaugurates Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre at SEEPZ-SEZ
Union Minister Jitin Prasada inaugurated the Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre at Mumbai’s SEEPZ-SEZ on June 19, 2026 to streamline customs processes, improve logistics and support exporters through integrated infrastructure.
Bharat Diamond Bourse hosts Leadership Series with MUBRI and WGC executives
Bharat Diamond Bourse organized a Leadership Series session in Mumbai featuring MUBRI President Ali Pastorini and WGC India CEO Sachin Jain, addressing Latin America demand, trade barriers, and domestic market outlook.
Diamond Trade on Edge as Tensions in the Middle East Disrupt Key Supply Routes
The ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict is disrupting diamond trade flows, impacting key hubs, delaying shipments, and pressuring logistics; however, the industry is hopeful of things returning to normal once the geopolitical tensions ease, finds out Dhwani Rathod.
IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026 -- A Shift Towards Cautious Optimism
IIJS Bharat Tritaya 2026 concluded on a measured note, signalling a constructive recalibration. The industry is steadily transitioning from volume-led growth to a more value-driven, strategic approach, navigating global geopolitical shifts and elevated gold prices with greater clarity and intent, reports Khursheed Mistry.
West Asia Conflict Disrupts India’s Gem & Jewellery Trade
Escalating conflict in West Asia has disrupted India’s gem and jewellery trade, halting diamond shipments and logistics through Dubai and threatening exports and rough supply for the country’s $30-billion industry.
GSI is helping the industry become more transparent and future-ready: Ramit Kapur, MD, GSI
The objective of Gemological Science International (GSI) is not just to issue reports, but to help the trade build credibility with its customers through transparent and consistent certification, and ensure that certification, testing and education remain aligned with how the jewellery business is actually conducted on the ground, says Ramit Kapur, Managing Director, GSI, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.
EU-India FTA: Boost to competitiveness, level playing field vis-à-vis non-FTA nations
The EU-India FTA offers a significant boost to India’s gems and jewellery industry through reduced tariffs, easier market access, and improved competitiveness in Europe. The pact is expected to accelerate exports, attract investment, strengthen manufacturing, and reinforce India’s position as a trusted global sourcing hub for premium jewellery, says Suneeta Kaul.
Union Budget 2026–27 makes strong push for MSMEs, signals stability and cautious optimism
Union Budget 2026-27 makes a strong push for MSMEs, with a Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund; besides, it enables faster payments via mandatory TReDS for CPSE purchases. Overall, the Budget emphasizes fiscal prudence, infrastructure creation, and ease of doing business. For a sector navigating global uncertainty, shifting consumer preferences, and rising compliance standards, it is stability that the enabler.
GJEPC Conducts Export Awareness Chaupal at Zaveri Bazaar to Equip Aspiring Jewellery Exporters
GJEPC’s MSME Department hosted a practical export-readiness Chaupal in Zaveri Bazaar, guiding first-time exporters through procedures, compliance, market demand, incentives and global opportunities, while addressing real operational challenges.
GJEPC Hosts ‘How and Why to Export’ Workshops to Strengthen MSME Participation in Global Trade
GJEPC initiates a nationwide workshop series beginning at Mumbai’s Zaveri Bazaar, offering practical guidance on export processes, compliance, and government support to help MSMEs and non-exporting members tap global jewellery markets.
DMCC Sets New Benchmark with World’s Largest Silver Bar and First-Ever Tokenisation Initiative
DMCC unveils a record-setting 1,971kg silver bar at DPMC, partnering with Sam Precious Metals, Tokinvest and Brink’s to introduce the world’s first regulated tokenisation of a Guinness-recognised precious metal asset.
GJEPC Welcomes Export Promotion Mission as Catalyst for USD 100 Billion Gem & Jewellery Export Vision
The GJEPC hails the Union Cabinet’s Export Promotion Mission as a transformative step that strengthens MSMEs, boosts global competitiveness, and accelerates India’s journey toward $ 100 billion gem and jewellery exports by 2047.
BDB Unveils State-of-the-Art Precious Cargo Strong Room at Mumbai Airport’s T2
Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) has unveiled a cutting-edge strong room for precious cargo at the Departure area of Terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai
