Construction of Mega Common Facility Centre[CFC] begins in SEEPZ
Mr Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Textiles, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, virtually conducted the Ground Breaking ceremony of the Mega Common Facilities Centre (CFC) Building at SEEPZ-SEZ, Andheri, Mumbai, on September 1, 2022. In his online address to the dignitaries and trade members present at the occasion, he said that it was indeed an honor to be present for this ceremony related to beginning of construction of the Mega CFC on the auspicious ... more
Figures released by the Israel Diamond Controller for the first half of 2022 show that the positive trend in the diamond industry continued. All four major trade categories reported growth from January to June 2022, continuing the upward trend of the past 18 months. In the first half of the year, net imports of rough diamonds to Israel amounted to $1.01 billion, an increase of 1.4% over the same period last year. Net rough diamond
Digital marketplace Gembridge has reported sales of a variety of exceptional coloured gemstones to both trade and consumers, including rare emeralds, sapphires and spinels, underscoring the resilience of the high end of the market and driving forward the digital transformation of the gemstone and jewellery industry. 
The Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) today announced the results of the Q1 2022 Fancy Color Diamond Index (FCDI). Prices of Fancy Color Diamonds continued 2021’s positive trend and rose by 1.0% across the board. The general increase was led by Pinks at 1.3%, with Yellows following at 0.7% and Blues showing nearly no change.
ALROSA has voluntarily stepped down from the position of Vice-Chair of RJC, temporarily leaving the Board of Directors. This was communicated to the Board of Directors during the meeting on March Yd. ALROSA stays committed to the RJC's highest standards of responsible business practices 
The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) announces the imminent launch of its global advertising campaign with the sentiment: “To Treasure, Now and Forever” featuring the freshly appointed British actor, Lily James to Global Ambassador. Ms. James has had a diversified, international acting career and has won many hearts with her starring roles in Cinderella and Downton Abbey. 
The Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030, is pleased to announce that CIBJO and UFBJOP have joined as affiliate members. CIBJO the World Jewellery Confederation, and UFBJOP (Union Française de la Bijouterie, Joaillerie, Orfèvrerie, des Pierres et des Perles) are pleased to announce they have become affiliate members and entered into a strategic collaboration with the Watch 
DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – today hosted the unveiling of one of the world’s largest internally flawless fancy vivid pink diamonds – the “Williamson Pink Star” – at the Dubai Diamond 
The Gem & Jewllery Export Promotion Council’s flagship show IIJS Premiere held from 4th to 8th August in Mumbai saw a record number of visitors which will generate business worth Rs. 50000 Crore to exhibitors in the coming 4 – 6 months. The event was inaugurated on 4th August by Ms. Hema Malini, Member of Parliament, along with Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC; Vipul Shah, 
Signet Jewelers Limited ("Signet" or the "Company") (NYSE: SIG), the world's leading retailer of diamond jewelry, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Blue Nile, Inc. ("Blue Nile"), a leading online retailer of engagement rings and fine jewelry, for $360 million in an all cash transaction. Blue Nile delivered revenue of more than $500 million 
Leading gemstone security specialist, Opsydia, has secured significant funding to kickstart the next phase of its development and support its continued growth in the international diamond and coloured stone industries. The investment will enable the wider roll-out of Opsydia’s secure laser inscription technology to international businesses, including numerous new client acquisitions in 2021/22. The funding will also enable Opsydia to expand its 
GIA India held its virtual alumni guest session on the topic, ‘Mistaken Identity.’ Jayesh Patel, Product Controller – Ruby, Fura Gems, was the panellist. The session started with the introduction of Jayesh Patel by Apoorva Deshingkar, Senior Director – Education and Market Development, GIA India. 
