HRD Antwerp Expands Global Jewellery Education Footprint with India Launch
HRD Antwerp has officially brought its globally respected diamond, gemmology, and jewellery education programmes to India, marking a significant step in strengthening professional training for one of the world’s largest jewellery markets. The move...
GJEPC Strengthens Artisan Outreach with Parichay Card Camp in Bowbazar
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) conducted a Parichay Card enrolment camp at the Common Facility Centre (CFC) in Bowbazar, Kolkata, aimed at widening formal recognition for jewellery artisans in the eastern...
Union Budget 2026–27 Delivers Growth Push for Gems & Jewellery Sector: GJEPC Chairman Kirit...
The Union Budget 2026–27 has been welcomed by the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) as a constructive and forward-looking roadmap that addresses long-standing challenges while creating fresh growth opportunities for the industry.
Kirit...
IGI Expressions™ 2025–26: Nine Global Winners Surface from 1,000+ Entries across 55 Countries
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has announced the winners of the fifth edition of IGI Expressions™ 2025–26, its global jewelry design contest. This year’s edition received over 1,000 entries from 55 countries, continuing the...
Instappraise and NAJA Expand Scholarship Program to Support Appraiser Education
National Association of Jewelry Appraisers has strengthened its partnership with Instappraise by introducing a new scholarship aimed at advancing professional training in the jewellery appraisal sector.
The addition marks an expansion of their ongoing initiative...
Indo-Belgian Diamond Forum Highlights Growing Trade Partnership
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in collaboration with HRD Antwerp and the Embassy of Belgium in India, jointly organised the Indo-Belgian Diamond Forum in New Delhi. The event was hosted at...
Andrea Lucille Pooler Named COO of Modani Jewels
Luxury jewellery company Modani Jewels has appointed industry veteran Andrea Lucille Pooler as its new Chief Operating Officer, reinforcing the company’s leadership structure as it pursues further expansion. In her new role, Pooler will...
Signet Streamlines Portfolio, Prioritises Four Core Brands for Future Growth
Signet Jewelers is reshaping its brand portfolio, moving away from underperforming banners to concentrate on four key brands that collectively contribute the majority of its revenue. The shift is part of the company’s long-term...
GIA Names John Cowley as New CFO, Marking Leadership Transition
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced the appointment of John Cowley as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective April 6. He will take over from David Tearle, who has led the institute’s...
Thomas Gentille, Pioneer of Contemporary Art Jewelry, Passes Away at 89
The world of contemporary art jewelry has lost one of its most visionary figures with the passing of Thomas Gentille, who died on March 6 at the age of 89 after battling leukemia. Revered...
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