India–Oman CEPA abolishes duty on Indian gems and jewellery in Oman from December 2026, with GJEPC projecting exports rising from $ 35 million to $ 150 million within three years.

GIA will introduce redesigned colored stone reports and extend origin-determination services from January 1, 2026, offering updated categories, fees and broader geographic sourcing data for additional gem materials.

DGFT’s December 1 notification includes Ahmedabad Airport in the hand-carriage system, enabling faster gem and jewellery exports as Customs prepares SOPs following GJEPC’s representation to authorities.

GJEPC Kolkata began a four-day Customs Training Program on December 1 2025 at the International Air Cargo Complex to enhance appraiser expertise and improve gem and jewellery export procedures.

De Beers VP Sales Sean Lin meets GJEPC leadership in Mumbai to discuss strengthening natural diamond demand in China, market recovery signals, and deeper collaboration on retail promotion and consumer education.

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.

Celebrating 22 consecutive years, GJEPC’s India Pavilion at Jewellery Arabia 2025 brings 58 exhibitors together to engage high-intent Gulf buyers and strengthen India’s position in key West Asian jewellery markets.

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.

GJEPC’s White Paper receives high-level endorsement during President Murmu’s State Visit to Botswana, advancing plans for a direct India–Botswana diamond trade route designed to strengthen MSME access, transparency and bilateral growth.

GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali highlights steady April–October export performance, seasonal October softness, policy-driven competitiveness, and the real context behind gold import trends, outlining a confident growth trajectory for India’s gem and jewellery sector.

The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India and APSSDC have formalized a partnership to roll out structured training, upskilling and RPL initiatives across Andhra Pradesh, strengthening workforce capabilities and enhancing employment opportunities in key jewellery clusters.

GJEPC strengthens India–Botswana bilateral trade ties as its Gujarat leadership and top diamond exporters join President Droupadi Murmu’s official delegation, presenting handcrafted Indian artistry to President Duma Boko during the state visit.

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.

World Gold Council launches its first India-focused Gold ETF awareness campaign, positioning gold as a modern, digitally accessible investment for young investors, emphasizing affordability, transparency, liquidity and physical backing.