More 26.34mn oz PGE than early indicated!

Platinum Group Metals announces positive results from additional drilling and mineral resource assessment on the Waterberg Project’s palladium dominant deposit.  The 2018 drilling program has increased confidence in the estimated Mineral Resources for the project, with 6.26 million 4E ounces now recognized in the higher confidence Measured Category. 

Mineral Resources estimated in the combined Measured and Indicated Categories have increased by 1.46 million 4E ounces to 26.34 million 4E ounces.  Inferred Mineral Resources are estimated at 7.0 million 4E ounces.  All of the preceding estimated at a 2.5 g/t 4E (palladium, platinum, rhodium and gold) cut-off grade. 

Louis Vuitton celebrates its newly renovated store

Louis Vuitton celebrated its fifteen years’ presence in India and the expansion of its newly renovated store in New Delhi at DLF Emporio. The duplex store welcomes the introduction of new product categories Women’s and Men’s Ready-to-Wear collections to the Indian market, and a broad selection of leather goods, small leather goods, fragrance, accessories, gifting, watches, jewellery, travel and Objects’ Nomades.

The storere-opening event was well attended by prominent Bollywood celebrities, society personalities, press and clients. Notable celebrities such as Disha Patani, Janhvi Kapoor & Khushi Kapoor were in attendance and dressed in Louis Vuitton.

K T Ramchandran passes away! Industry losses sparkle!

Right now gem-n-jewellery (GJ) industry & trade mourns upon K T Ramchandran passes away. Whole of the GJ industry & trade is expresses their deep grief. Nayan Jani, Editor- JNI said, “Industry losses sparkle! Indeed he was of Himalayan stature yet very humble player with refined heart! Industry would always remember his all those contributions in gemmology!”

In a tribute-n-grief Jayshree Talgeri-Panjikar- who served longest time with K T Ramchandran says, “It's indeed very sad when your old colleague is battling for life and then he is no more...K.T.Ramchandran was my batch mate for the Gemmology London Exam FGA way back in 1976-1977...

3rd new store in Pune at Aundh

TBZ-The Original launches

Store spread across1500 sq ft

India’s most trusted and well-known jewellery brand – TBZ The Original with a rich legacy of over 150 years, opened its 3rd store apart from 2 stores, in the cultural capital of Maharashtra, Pune. TBZ-The Original, continues its march across India conquering hearts, minds and souls of the Punekars with the addition of this store at Ground Centriole Mall, Aundh-Pune.

The store is spread across an area of 1500 sq ft. The Pune store, which is the 3rd store is being launched in the city, increases its retail footprint to 39 stores across 27 cities across India. With this launch, TBZ- The Original also brings to you an exciting offer of NO making charges on all diamond jewellery plus a special offer of only Rs. 225 per gram on making charges for all gold jewellery.

Festive Collection launched!

Forevermark and Kays Jewels

Presents stunning festive collection

Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers Group, launches its stunning festive collection in association with Kays Jewels, the leading and most trusted jeweller in Kanpur.

Highlighting the exquisite brilliance of a Forevermark diamond, Kays Jewels, has skilfully created masterpieces of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and pendant sets, crafted with exceptional Forevermark diamonds inscribed with a unique inscription number and are available in elegant settings. Each of the designs highlights the unwavering dedication towards quality and consistency of Kays Jewels and showcases the beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced Forevermark diamond.

Izaara presents The Studio Collection

Premium silver jewellery brand Izaara presents The Studio Collection, another enticing assortment of contemporary neckpieces and earrings. The expressive but not expensive collection sets fashion bar sky-high with its intriguing designs and interplay with various semi-precious stones embellished on the pieces.

A starkly unconventional take on jewellery designing, this collection integrates contrasting motifs and trinkets that fuse into magnanimous pieces of high fashion. The chunky semi-precious stones suit the damsel perfectly, while the alternating pearl and sterling silver bead threads glisten the neck line of the woman in mood for some humour.

World of Enamel Collection

The ateliers of Om Jewellers introduce the enamel collection that has enticed many connoisseurs who appreciate handcrafted uniqueness, fine craftsmanship and timeless creations. Elaborate designs ooze grandeur and class. The fine enamel work, uncut diamonds and yellow gold are combined to create breath-taking jhumkas, elaborate neckpieces and magnificent kadas. Come to discover a whole new world of design with Om Jewellers inimitable creations. Available at: Om Jewellers, Borivali & Mulund.

Navroop Collection, shades of a woman

Jewellery Connoisseur Tanya Rastogi has been known for her bold and empowering designs that reflect the modern Indian women. With Navroop, Tanya pays tribute to 9 virtues of the modern Indian goddess. Encrusted in lavish 22K Gold, this collection featuring pearls, fine-cut and uncut diamonds emboldens the timeless, holy traits in the modern woman and identifies the Devi in today’s divas.

Like the many shades of a woman, there are significant qualities that the Navroop collection relates to beautifully. The 9 Virtues of Modern Indian Goddess include Empowering like Shakti, Heroic like Kali, Balanced like Parvati, Diplomatic like Draupadi, Selfless like Radha, Patient like Sita, Wise like Saraswati and Free of Inner Demons like Durga.

Cabinet approves setting up of IISs

Cabinet approves Scheme for setting up of Indian Institute of Skills at different locations across the country in PPP modes

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the for setting up of Indian Institute of Skills(IISs) at different locations across the country in Public Private Partnership (PPP), which will be explored for promotion of IIS at select locations based on demand and available infrastructure.

38th WDC concludes

Ernie Blom Calls for Stronger Role for

Diamond Body with Think Tank establishment!

World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) President Ernie Blom called on exchange presidents and members to join hands to boost the global presence of the trade organization at the conclusion, on Thursday, October 25 of the 38th World Diamond Congress at the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB). The WFDB is clearly the most important representative body in the global diamond trade, but needs to think how it can bring added benefits to members, he said.

"Each president and member is an ambassador for the WFDB and the diamond trade and the good that diamonds do and needs to communicate this both in the countries in which they operate and when abroad. We have an enormous amount of knowledge, experience and intellect among our presidents and that should be used to find ways for us to further boost our global role," adding that Israel Diamond Exchange President Yoram Dvash had agreed to lead the project.