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CEPA completes 3 years; powering India-UAE trade and economic ties
Bilateral gem and jewellery trade surged from US$ 20.88 billion in FY2022 to US$ 28.15 billion in FY2024, reflecting a robust 35% increase
The *Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)* between *India and the UAE*, formalised on 18th February 2022, has profoundly strengthened economic ties between the two nations. As we commemorate its third anniversary, it is evident that CEPA has significantly enhanced trade opportunities, particularly for India’s gem and jewellery industry.
Since CEPA’s implementation, trade between India and the UAE has witnessed remarkable growth. The bilateral gem and jewellery trade surged from US$ 20.88 billion in FY2022 to US$ 28.15 billion in FY2024, reflecting a robust 35% increase. India’s gem and jewellery exports to the UAE also soared by over 60%, from US$ 4.95 billion in FY2022 to US$ 8.04 billion in FY2024.
Notably, UAE’s share in India’s total exports rose from 13% in FY2022 to 25% in FY2024, overtaking Hong Kong as India’s second-largest export market. This underscores the transformative impact of CEPA on India’s trade dynamics.
One of the most significant benefits of CEPA has been the duty-free access for all gem and jewellery products, including gold, silver, and platinum jewellery, along with polished diamonds and gemstones.This development has motivated Indian exporters to increase their supply of various gem and jewellery items to the UAE, capitalising on the enhanced market access provided by the agreement.
This policy shift has led to substantial growth in key export categories:
Plain Gold Jewellery: Exports surged by 127.62%, reaching US$ 4,240 million in FY2024.
Studded Gold Jewellery: Increased by over 50%, from US$ 917 million in FY2022 to US$ 1,382 million in FY2024.
Worked Lab-Grown Diamonds: Witnessed a 58.16% growth, reaching US$ 172 million in FY2024.
Platinum Jewellery: Recorded a staggering 820.87% increase, reaching US$ 23 million.
Coloured Gemstones: Grew by 17.19% to US$ 9.34 million
*Kirit Bhansali*, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “The India-UAE CEPA has propelled our gem and jewellery exports to new heights, growing by over 60% from US$ 4.95 billion in FY2022 to US$ 8.04 billion in FY2024. The UAE now accounts for nearly a quarter of India’s total gem and jewellery exports, surpassing Hong Kong. The duty-free advantage has unlocked immense opportunities, particularly in plain gold jewellery, which saw a 127% surge. As we celebrate three years of CEPA, we remain committed to strengthening this vital partnership and exploring new avenues for growth.”
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Vibrant Hues Of Celebration: Elevate Your Navratri Look With Kalyan Jewellers’ Huescape Collection
Kalyan Jewellers’ Huescape Collection Blends Handcrafted Gold With Vibrant Gemstones, Bringing A Contemporary Burst Of Colour To Navratri Celebrations.
Celebrating the power, grace, and vibrant energy of the feminine spirit during Navratri, the world of fine jewellery is witnessing a refreshing shift from traditional all-gold ensembles to radiant, gemstone-adorned creations. As each day of the festival highlights a distinct color palette and mood, today’s modern women seek versatile adornments that express their personal style while honoring heritage. Capturing this essence of festive transformation, Kalyan Jewellers presents the Huescape Collection, a refined celebration where meticulously handcrafted gold meets a delicate palette of pastel and vibrant gemstones. Perfectly suited to elevate both daytime festive rituals and lively Garba evenings, each creation seamlessly complements the nine colors of Navratri, delivering heirloom-worthy jewellery that remains both timeless and contemporary.
Pastel Heritage Set

Perfect for Navaratri’s vibrant nine-day celebrations, this gold choker and earring duo reimagines heritage craft with a playful pastel twist. Rounded gemstones in ametrine, aquamarine, morganite, prehnite, chrysoprase and sunstone bring soft pops of colour to intricate gold detailing, making it a versatile choice for festive dressing. The ornate craftsmanship is balanced by a light, contemporary mood, reflecting the growing appeal of coloured gemstone jewellery among modern brides and jewellery enthusiasts.
The matching earrings add gentle movement and pastel charm, while the set brings a refreshing modernity to traditional festive dressing ideal for adding a pop of colour to Navaratri celebrations and beyond.
Pastel Mosaic Necklace Set
A tapestry of design, this long necklace pairs intricate gold craft with pastel stones in aqua, blush, and amber tones, featuring aquamarine, morganite, sunstone, and prehnite. The centrepiece glows with a mosaic of gemstones, framed by layered golden detailing, while delicate pearl strands soften the look with fluidity. Perfect for Navaratri’s nine days of colour and celebration, the necklace brings a vibrant yet elegant touch to festive dressing.

Matching earrings echo the pastel play, balancing tradition with a modern sensibility. An artistic statement that turns jewellery into wearable design, reflecting the growing allure of coloured gemstones among contemporary connoisseurs and modern brides.
Pastel Harmony Necklace Set

Gold meets colour in perfect balance, making this necklace avibrant choice for Navaratri’s nine days of festive dressing. Gemstones like blush-pink morganite, softblue aquamarine and earthy tiger’s eye are set against intricate gold detailing, creating a rich yet contemporary palette. The necklace flows with ornate motifs and delicate dangling elements that add lightness and rhythm, while a central green chrysoprase stone brings depth and contrast to the design. Matching earrings highlight soft pink morganite drops with a playful finish.
A statement that brings together the richness of traditional craftsmanship with the joyful colours and modern spirit of Navaratri.Pastel Harmony Necklace Set Gold meets colour in perfect balance, making this necklace a vibrant choice for Navaratri’s nine days of festive dressing. Gemstones like blush-pink morganite, softblue aquamarine and earthy tiger’s eye are set against intricate gold detailing, creating a rich yet contemporary palette. The necklace flows with ornate motifs and delicate dangling elements that add lightness and rhythm, while a central green chrysoprase stone brings depth and contrast to the design. Matching earrings highlight soft pink morganite drops with a playful finish. A statement that brings together the richness of traditional craftsmanship with the joyful colours and modern spirit of Navaratri.
Pastel Radiance Necklace Set
A golden canvas brought to life with gemstones in lilac ametrine, aqua aquamarine, blush morganite and deep berry hessonite garnet, this necklace captures the vibrant spirit of Navaratri. The centrepiece features a striking green chrysoprase, framed by pastel accents and intricate gold danglers, creating a rich interplay of colour and craftsmanship. Each gem along the neckline adds its own hue to the spectrum, echoing the joy and vibrancy of the nine-day celebration. The earrings complement the necklace with stacked colour and ornate goldwork, bringing a festive finish to the look. A radiant expression of tradition reimagined through a softer, contemporary palette.

Pastel Blossom Necklace Set

Teardrop green chrysoprase gemstones framed in delicate pearls form the heart of this gold necklace, bringing a fresh pop of colour to Navaratri dressing. Blush-pink rhodochrosite stones add a soft contrast, creating a harmonious pastel palette that complements the vibrancy of the nine-day celebration. Ornate gold detailing flows around each gem, adding depth and texture, while matching earrings mirror the teardrop motif, balancing boldness with grace. Rooted in traditional craftsmanship yet painted in lighter, contemporary hues, the set brings an elegant and modern touch to festive celebrations
Pastel Prism Necklace Set
A radiant line-up of gemstones in lilac amethyst, rich emerald, deep ruby and soft rose quartz, each framed in gold, brings the vibrant spirit of Navaratri to life. The necklace forms a rhythmic pattern, with every gemstone adding a distinct brushstroke of colour, echoing the joy and energy of the nine-day celebration. Dangling gold motifs introduce light movement, enhancing its playful charm, while matching earrings carry the same vibrant palette in a compact form. A striking expression of festive elegance that transforms traditional gold into a kaleidoscope of soft, modern hues.

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