In this issue

Business at the 33rd edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS-2016) was quite brisk with good turnout of buyers, restoring the lost confidence and bringing smile back on the industry players’ faces. Most of the exhibitors expressed satisfaction at the overwhelming response they received; hoping that the enquiries would translate into a long term business for themselves. Trade pundits too asserted that the mood was good and that it will get better in the coming months. AOJ’s Praveer Sinha has the report.

IIJS May Move to a New Venue in 2018

Praveen Shankar Pandya, chairman, The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has conducted an interactive session with the trade media on the sidelines of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS-2016) on August 6, 2016. He spoke on a range of issues and topics from response on the IIJS-2016, upcoming weeding season, decline in exports and IIJS' expanding to a new venue by 2018.

7 mins

Maiden IBJA-LBMA Gold Seminar in Mumbai concludes successfully

The first ever IBJA-LBMA Gold Seminar - Bridging the divide - held on August 10, 2016 at JW Marriot in Mumbai, concluded on a successful note. Ruth Crowell, Chief Executive Officer, London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) along-with Mohit Kamboj, National President, India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA), Prithviraj Kothari, Managing Director, Riddi Siddhi Bullions Limited (RSBL) and Rajesh Khosla, Managing Director, MMTC PAMP inaugurated the function.

2 mins

Old World Charm and Contemporary Elegance

Sunayana Jain, Creative head, Adore Jewels, Jaipur makes a statement with her jewellery pieces that capture the beauty of everything around us. She speaks to AoJ's Praveer Sinha about her journey, design philosophy and penchant for creating bejewelled wonders..

4 mins

FAQs on Taxes & Related Issues

Dr. Suresh Surana, founder, rSM Astute Consulting Group, answers readers' queries on various issues pertaining to taxes that need to be paid by the jewellers. readers are encouraged to send in their questions and receive clarifications through this column.

3 mins

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The Art of Jewellery Magazine Description:

The Art of Jewellery is India's No. 1 business magazine on the jewellery trade and industry. A one-stop source of cutting-edge information for the Gems and Jewellery sector, it is reputed for its focused content, high editorial standards, creative design, rich imagery and state-of-the-art printing.

Now in 14th year of publishing, it has won many awards and rich accolades for its contribution to the jewellery industry and trade. It is widely recognized by readers, advertisers, and the jewellery community as a premier magazine in the industry. It reaches quality jewellery retailers in India and overseas and has an extended reach during exhibitions and trade fairs.

The Art of Jewellery has a tremendous web and digital presence and is a pioneer in providing daily news updates on national and international happenings. AOJ Daily – E news capsule reaches more than 80,000 industry players on daily basis.