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Take GJEPC Blood Donation Pledge on Jeweller’s Day

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  Take your Blood Donation Pledge here: https://jewellersday.com   The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is calling upon every citizen to take a Blood Donation Pledge on Jeweller’s Day and actively participate in blood donation drives that will follow, in honour of the skilled craftsmen who are the backbone of India’s gem and jewellery industry.    This initiative reflects the industry’s deep commitment to social responsibility and the spirit of giving. By taking the pledge, participants commit to donating blood — a simple yet powerful act that can save countless lives and support India’s healthcare system, where blood shortages are an ongoing challenge.    Once the pledge is taken on 17th September, a nationwide blood donation drive will be organised across key hubs such as Mumbai, Surat, Jaipur, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and more, in collaboration with leading hospitals and blood banks. Through this effort, GJEPC aims to ...

8th GJS 2025 is ready to host over 10K visitors!

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  GJC HumaraApnaShow to run from 16 to 19 September   The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) proudly announce the 8th edition of the India Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS2025) # HumaraApnaShow , India’s most premium B2B jewellery exhibition, scheduled from 16th to 19th September 2025 at the iconic Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.   Themed “Tyohar Bharat Ke, Show Humara Apna – Where Every Festival Finds Its Jewellery”, this festive edition promises a spectacular convergence of creativity, commerce, and craftsmanship. GJS2025 will bring together 400+ exhibitors, 10,000+ visitors, and 2,000+ hosted buyers from across India, offering unmatched networking and sourcing opportunities.   The Grand Inauguration Ceremony on 16th September 2025 at 9:30 AM will be honoured by the Chief Guest, Devendra Fadnavis Ji, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra. The ceremony will also be graced by Dr. B. Govindan, Chairman-Bhima Jewellers and Sandeep Kohli, CEO-Novel Je...

GJEPC opens SAJEX- new GJ export market opportunities

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  India-KSA Market Set to Nearly Double to USD 8.34 Billion by 2030   The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX 2025), the first-ever dedicated B2B gems and jewellery [GJ] exhibition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia [KSA], was inaugurated at the iconic Jeddah Superdome.   Organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) with the support of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, the Embassy of India in Riyadh, and the Consulate General of India in Jeddah, the Ministry of Investment, Saudi Arabia, the exposition marks a new chapter in bilateral trade and cultural exchange between India and Saudi Arabia.   The show is being held from 11th to 13th September 2025. The show is Powered by IGI and further supported by Jeddah Chamber, Makkah Chamber, The Jeddah Jewellery Association, Dubai Jewellery Group, and Gold Centre, with Arabian Horizon as the official destination management company.    The inaugura...

SAJEX 2025 scheduled to open at Jeddah Superdome

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  The jewellery show ready to run through 11th to 13th September    The highly anticipated Saudi Jewellery Expo, SAJEX 2025, is ready to run at the iconic Jeddah Superdome, where it will run from 11 September and until September 13. Branded as The World Gem and Jewellery Fair, the event marks the beginning of a long-term partnership between India and Saudi Arabia in the jewellery sector and is expected to redefine the region’s jewellery trade dynamics.    Organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia, SAJEX is positioned as more than just a trade exhibition. It is envisioned as a catalyst for transforming the Kingdom’s jewellery industry through global collaboration, innovation, and strategic investment.    The show brings together over 200 leading exhibitors spread across more than 250 booths, featuring participation from India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Hong Kon...

CaratLane unveiled a poetic Pujo campaign

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  The film, Mayer Aashirbad is a Love Letter to Bengal   CaratLane, in collaboration with its creative partner BBH India, has unveiled a new Pujo campaign for West Bengal that redefines Durga Puja as the ultimate moment for a heartfelt proposal. The campaign is a beautiful fusion of tradition, art, and romance, positioning CaratLane’s elegant proposal rings as the perfect symbol of commitment.   According to Saumen Bhaumik, Managing Director, CaratLane, the vision behind the campaign was to connect with people on a deeper, more personal level. “Love, romance and proposal are matters of the heart. We believe a proposal comes from the heart, on your own terms, in your own time, free flowing, and spontaneous, like an unforgettable melody.   The film, Mayer Aashirbad; attempts to capture that beautifully honest moment cinematically in the backdrop of Durga Pujo—the biggest event in Bengal. The medley of Rabindra Sangeet and folk melodies truly brings this story ...

Risks channel August inflows West! -WGC

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  The gold price pushed global gold ETFs’ total AUM    Recently, World Gold Council [WGC] released their Gold ETF Commentary and said about, Risks channel August inflows West! Global physically backed gold ETFs attracted US$5.5bn in August, extending their inflow streak to three months. Similar to July, North American and European funds led global inflows while Asia and other regions saw mild outflows. Nevertheless, the y-t-d inflow of US$47bn reached the second strongest on record after the peak of 2020.    August inflows and a further rise in the gold price pushed global gold ETFs’ total assets under management (AUM) 5% higher to US$407bn, setting a new month-end record. Holdings continued to increase, rising 53t to 3,692t, the highest month-end value since July 2022 and 6% below the record of 3,929t, which was reached the first week of November 2020. Asian flows flipped negative in August, losing US$495mn. China lost the most: continued equity strengt...

Srinivas Injeti appointed as Chairman of NSE

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  IAGES is the SRO created by the Indian gold industry    Srinivas Injeti, Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), has been appointed Chairman of the National Stock Exchange (NSE).    “We congratulate Injeti on his association with the NSE! We are privileged to have him share his knowledge and expertise with us at IAGES, a unique Self Regulatory Organisation which is first-of-its-kind in India designed to elevate the gold industry to new heights of transparency and consumer trust. We look forward to working with him on bringing our vision to fruition,” said Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO, IAGES.     A retired IAS official with over 40 years of experience, Injeti brings to his roles a field of experience spanning strategy, public policy, administration, and regulation. Among the key portfolios he has held during his active years of service include; Union Sports Secretary, Director ...