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IIJS Tritiya: The Gateway to Global GJ Exports! IGJME runs concurrently with IIJS Tritiya Bengaluru 2024 GJEPC signs MoU with Karnataka Jewellers Association   India’s apex trade body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) inaugurated the 2nd edition of the India International Jewellery Show - IIJS Tritiya – in Bangalore (Karnataka) at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from 5th to 8th April 2024. India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) is running concurrently with IIJS Tritiya Bangalore 2024 for the first time ever to showcase world-class technology in manufacturing powered by digital technology tools and techniques.    GJEPC unveils, Brilliant Bharat theme for next six India International Jewellery Shows. The Brilliant Bharat theme is aimed at rediscovering and celebrating India’s traditions, cultural diversity, and innovative technology to create something truly extraordinary. It also helps to explore the magic of India’s rich he

Ideas for boosting sales during the festive and wedding season   All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council’s (GJC’s) flagship event India Gems and Jewellery Show (GJS April Show) was concluded on Friday, 5 th April with organisers, exhibitors, and participants evincing satisfaction over an encouraging response received from the domestic as well as foreign buyers in this world-class jewellery show.    Organized by GJC at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, the GJS April Show assembled jewellery wholesalers and retailers under one roof to exchange their business ideas for boosting sales during the festive and wedding season.    Considered as #HumaraApnaShow, the four-day GJS April 2024 event began on Tuesday, 2 nd April, with almost all industry leaders participating in this must-attend B2B show. Foreign delegates actively participated in buying designer jewellery including Kundan, Jadau, and traditional hand-crafted ornaments and ensured Indian suppliers for repeat pur

Kalahari Anomaly contains about 8.70 million carats of diamonds   Botswana Diamonds plc, has discovered a second anomaly close to the anomaly previously announced on 23rd January 2024. The first is c.12 hectares in size and the second contiguous anomaly is c.6 hectares in size. The Company has started planning the drill phase of the two significant anomalies in the Kalahari of Botswana and an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has commenced, as a prelude to drilling. It is anticipated that five holes will be drilled on the two anomalies.   The KX36 project is a 3.5 hectares kimberlite pipe in the Kalahari. The pipe has resources of 17.9 million tonnes at 35 carats per hundred tonnes and 6.7Mt at 36 cpht at $65 per carat. The modelled grade range is 57-76 cpht at an estimated diamond value of up to $107/ct. The new kimberlite targets have the potential to upgrade the existing resources in the area, including at the Ghaghoo Mine, which is currently under care and maintenance only

Strategic expansion into the vibrant market of Uttarakhand   Kisna Diamond & Gold Jewellery, a leading name in the Indian jewellery industry, proudly announced the inauguration of its latest franchise showroom in Haldwani, Uttarakhand. This strategic expansion into the vibrant market of Haldwani reflects Kisna’s business vision and its dedication to tapping into emerging opportunities. The event was honoured by Ghanshyam Dholakia, Founder & MD, Hari Krishna Group.   The launch of the franchise showroom in Haldwani is a testament to Kisna’s commitment to market expansion and customer-centric growth strategies. By establishing a presence in this bustling city, Kisna aims to capitalize on the growing demand for exquisite diamond and gold jewellery offerings in the region with a touch of local taste and strengthen its foothold in the competitive marketplace. In addition to expanding its retail footprint, Kisna also undertook several CSR initiatives aimed at making a positive im

World’s Largest Cut Tanzanite Bleu!   It was an exciting day at the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals, Hillsboro, Oregon, when artist Naomi Sarna’s 703-carat L’Heure Bleu tanzanite carving set a Guinness World Records title as the world’s largest cut tanzanite.   A standing room only crowd witnessed the weigh in, as Guinness World Records adjudicator, Michael Empric, verified and announced the results. Gemstone experts, Jessie English, J.S. English Appraisals and Madeline Saunders, Oregon Estate Jewelry, were the official witnesses for the weighing. Rice Museum board president Gail Spann and museum director, Kim Vagner were also on hand for this historic event.   “As the Director of the Rice Museum of Rocks & Minerals board, and long-time supporter of this wonderful gem, in Hillsboro, I couldn’t have been more delighted that we hosted Naomi Sarna on her adventure with  Guinness World Records that was enjoyed by many attendees!  We are lucky to have such talent gra

The second largest diamond exploration database!   Artificial Intelligence (AI) to be applied to our Botswana database said, Botswana Diamonds plc. Botswana Diamonds announces that it is going to apply Artificial Intelligence techniques to our Botswana database. The company has the second largest diamond exploration database in Botswana.   This is an excellent foundation to incorporate AI to assist in a comprehensive search for new diamond deposits and potentially other minerals. Botswana Diamonds said, our database consists of, 1: c.95,000 sq km of data. 2: c.375,000 km airborne geophysical data. 3: 606 ground geophysical surveys. 4: c.228,000 soil sample results. 5: c.32,000 drill hole logs & 6: In total 380 gigabyte of data and 260,000 files.   The company will utilise Planetary AI Ltd Xplore mineral prospectivity technology which was developed in collaboration with International Geoscience Services Limited.  Xplore is a system that uses a unique combination of semantic t

BDB hosts lunch meeting for the cricket legend   The iconic Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) was honored to host an exclusive luncheon and conversation event featuring two distinguished guests: the legendary cricketer Sir Geoffrey Boycott and Harjinder Kang, UK Deputy High Commissioner for Western India &Trade Commissioner for South Asia.   The event, brought together esteemed figures from both the cricketing and business worlds to discuss the interplay between trade and the beloved sport of cricket. Around 100 attendees listened to the insights from Sir Geoffrey Boycott, whose illustrious cricketing career and keen intellect have made him a revered figure in both the sporting and broader communities.   Kang, representing the British government's interests in fostering trade relations in South Asia, provided valuable perspectives on the economic landscape and opportunities for collaboration between India and the United Kingdom. The convergence of cricket and commerce ser