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Unveils in collaboration with CNT     Immortalising the precious beauty of nature through impeccable artistry, these jewellery brands have set the standard for natural diamonds as an exquisite hallmark of luxury   The Natural Diamond Council [NDC] in collaboration with Condé Nast Traveller [CNT] has released The Diamond Standard List recognising the best jewellery brands in the Indian industry. A pioneering initiative, this special index curated by the editors is a part of the magazine’s revered Gold List 2022.   Celebrating extraordinary craftsmanship and remarkable experiences, this list recognises jewellers who have set the artistry and design standard for natural diamonds, by creating pieces that move and fascinate, while championing originality and technical innovation.   The Diamond Standard List is an exclusive annual rhapsody on natural diamond jewellery that is truly exceptional, featuring selections that reflect the sensibilities and tastes of consumers. The list, di

Scheduled from 18th to 22nd January, 2021   200 + exhibitors to showcase exquisite  gems and  Jewellery to 6000+ international buyers   After successful and accomplished IIJS Virtual and several Virtual Buyers-Seller Meets, which offered a much-needed opportunity for buyers and exhibitors to connect and transact business during this pandemic, GJEPC is all geared up to organise its first ever export-oriented show only for international buyers, the International Gem & Jewellery Show (e-IGJS) in a virtual format. The show is scheduled from 18th to 22nd January, 2021.   Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC said, “Looking at the positive developments in global markets, the recovery in retail jewellery demand and the distribution of an effective vaccine, GJEPC felt that the time was right to organise e-IGJS, a show exclusively meant for foreign buyers to source high quality products in a variety of exquisite designs.   Global markets like the US, Europe, China and other Asian countries ar

Symbolizes a fashion Trend with Izaara’s Stylish Izaara, a premium silver jewellery brand which believes in paying homage to the grace of femininity presents a dashing spring-summer earring edition. This exquisitely crafted jewellery set symbolizes a new fashion trend, and includes tasseled earrings comprising of swishy explosion of vibrant colours. This edition consists of stylish contemporary drop danglers made from brass and plated with rose gold. Furthermore, each piece in this ensemble has been curated using an array of gemstones such as emerald, turquoise, and coral which exude the colour of spring-summer. In addition, the leaf, floral, and fruit motifs represents the arrival of the bloom season. This expressive but not expensive tasseled earring collection radiates a poetic vibe, and is an intriguing amalgamation of retro and contemporary jewellery, which is ideal for all those women who want to blossom up like a flower this spring-summer season.  It can bes

Love Conquers All: The AI ‘ 愛 ’ Diamond 5-carat fancy vivid blue diamond and diamond ring Exhibition: 28 September-2 October, Auction: 3 October On 3 October, Sotheby’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite Autumn Sale 2018 will present unique contemporary creations alongside phenomenal gems from nature. Headlined by the Ai (‘ 愛 ’) diamond, a rare and important 5-carat fancy vivid blue diamond and diamond ring (Est. HK$98-120 million / US$12.49 – 15.29 million), the season also features a spectacular pair of fancy vivid yellow diamond earrings of ingenious designed, and an important jadeite bead and diamond necklace. Enthusiasts of contemporary designs will be impressed by a selection of masterworks created by celebrated Asian contemporary designer Wallace Chan. A stunning selection of Red Carpet necklaces by such famed jewellers as Van Cleef & Arpels and David Morris, as well as a vintage Bulgari suite will also be offered this season. Chin Yeow Quek,

Chow Tai Fook Clinches Manufacturer of the Year-Cutting & Polishing Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited (CTF) proudly announces that the Group has earned the Manufacturer of the Year – Cutting & Polishing at JNA Awards 2018. The Group was recognised along with its diamond processing and jewellery manufacturing hub in Shunde Ingenuity Centre. While striving to promote craftsmanship with artisanal spirit, the Group continues to pursue and foster innovation and creativity. Leveraging of a vertically integrated business model and advanced technology, the Group adopts a customer-driven approach in production and operations through standardisation, automation, digitalisation and intelligence. This further supports its exquisite craftsmanship, as well as the delivery of best-quality jewellery products and excellent customer experience. Chow Tai Fook Managing Director, Kent Wong, said, “In light of evolving market dynamics and rapid shift in consumer preferen

Vidya Balan makes Karigari relevant again through Senco Gold & Diamond’s latest campaign In its new campaign, Senco Gold & Diamonds, the jewellery brand from Calcutta, puts a different lens on craftsmanship. Karigari finds its significance and relevance through the stories of four different women from four different parts of the country - Women who find a reflection of their identity in the jewellery they choose to wear. Real, everyday women. With real stories. It is set to play up the fact that women, the karigars of life, are as unique as the pieces of adornment they choose for themselves. The multi-faceted and multi-talented Vidya Balan has masterfully essayed these diverse characters. Mr. Suresh Triveni - the celebrated Director of Tumhari Sulu, teams up with Vidya and the crew that created Sulu, to tell these stories and bring it alive in his characteristic style. Each of the four films narrates the way a woman finds herself, her life and her

Platinum Jewellery Market Floating in India & US Platinum jewellery in India drastically outperforms gold and diamond jewellery Platinum Guild International (PGI) has published the Q2 edition of the Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR). The report provides an in-depth market update of platinum jewellery's performance in the second quarter across the biggest consumer markets China, India, Japan and the US. Highlighted topics include: 1: Why demand growth for platinum jewellery in India drastically outperforms gold and diamond jewellery 2: How the current price has helped a mature platinum jewellery market continue to grow in the US 3: What is needed in China to return the market to growth and what is behind recent change of sentiment 4: How demand in Japan has sustained positive growth despite an ageing consumer base   “As the second biggest use of platinum, the jewellery market is critical to the future success of the platinum industry

Reloading the jewelry industry: From workshops to brands At the Eurasian Week forum (EWF), which will be held on October 22-24, 2018 at Meridian Expo in Yerevan, manufacturers and suppliers of jewelry products together with representatives of the authorities will discuss new digital solutions to protect the jewelry market, the idea of creating a jewelry holding company, and the development of the Eurasian distribution network of jewelry. The panel discussion "Reloading the jewelry industry: from workshops to brands" will focus on the   development of the Eurasian jewelry distribution network in priority markets. The process of export of jewelry products from the countries of the Union to the world market will be discussed. Together with representatives of authorities, manufacturers and suppliers of jewelry products will discuss other relevant topics of the industry. The forum is expected to bring together about 2,500 participants:  representa

India GDP grows 8.2% in Q1 The Central Statistics Office released the estimates of GDP for the first quarter (Q1) of 2018-19.  In line with momentum built in the economy, the growth of GDP in real terms in Q1 of 2018-19 is 8.2 per cent, reinforcing the high growth of 7.7 per cent recorded in last quarter of 2017-18. This growth is broad-based and has been driven by 8.4 per cent growth in consumption expenditure and 10.0 per cent growth in fixed investment. The latter development is particularly encouraging as it has come about over an impressive growth of 14.4 per cent in Q4 of 2017-18 and augurs well for future growth. A look at the GVA in different sector points towards the fact that the growth of agriculture sector in Q1 of 2018-19 was robust at 5.3 per cent on top of 4.5 per cent growth in Q4 of the previous financial year. The growth of manufacturing sector GVA picked up significantly to 13.5 per cent in Q1 of 2018-19, as against negative growth of 1.8 per cent in