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BIJS 2023 opens with a grand inauguration in Kolkata
Bengal International Jewellery Show 2023 was inaugurated by Joy Alukkas, CMD, Joyalukkas Group alongwith Ali Saleh Baterfi Al Kindi, Vice Chairman, Federation of Council of Saudi Chamber, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia today, 8 December 2023, at Milan Mela Exhibition Complex , Kolkata.
The grand opening saw the presence of stalwarts and dignitaries including Mr. Samar Kumar De, President, SSBC; Mr. Arun Kumar Varma, President, BGJA; Mr. Tagar Chandra Poddar, General Secretary, Bangiya Swarna Shilpi Samiti; Ms.Kranti Nagvekar, Founder and MD, KNC Services; Mr. Suvankar Sen, Chairman and MD, Senco Gold; Saiyam Mehra, Chairman, GJC; Mr. Suber Sen, Chairman, B.C. Sen Jewellers, Mr. Pankaj Pariekh, Regional Chairman, GJEPC amongst others.
The 4th edition of the BIJS organised and promoted by KNC Services, will run from 8th to 10th December, 2023.
BIJS features 250+ exhibitors.50+ retail chains and 200+ overseas buyers are visiting the show.10000+ domestic visitors are expected to attend the show.
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GIA icon Tom Moses to retire after 50-year legacy
Legendary gemologist who helped shape global diamond grading standards steps down after five decades at GIA
Tom Moses, executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), is set to depart after nearly 50 years of trailblazing service.
Moses spearheaded GIA’s global footprint, elevating it to the pinnacle of gemology and education worldwide, the institute announced last week. He’ll stay on through May’s end to ensure a seamless handover, then transition to chief of gemological research emeritus—a fitting tribute to his indelible mark.

“The rigor Tom infused into grading, the discipline he championed in science, the laser focus on customers, and the humility in leadership embody GIA’s gold standard,” said GIA CEO Pritesh Patel. “His five decades aren’t just tenure—they’re the engine of our explosive growth, fueled by relentless commitment, curiosity, and command.”
A graduate gemologist since joining GIA’s California lab in 1976, Moses climbed through key leadership posts, co-authored over 100 technical papers in Gems & Gemology and peer journals, snagged the 2002 Richard T. Liddicoat Award, and joined the board of governors in 2013.
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