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GIA Resumes Acceptance of International Shipments to US Labs
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced the resumption of international shipments to its U.S. laboratories for services, following a temporary suspension prompted by tariffs imposed under former U.S. President Donald Trump. During the suspension, GIA expanded capabilities at its international labs to maintain service continuity, which have now returned to normal operations.

Effective immediately, all GIA laboratories globally are accepting goods in accordance with their local service guidelines, including items requiring shipment to the U.S. Notably, GIA labs in Hong Kong and Dubai will continue to accept D- to Z-color diamonds up to 9.99 carats.
GIA cautioned clients against relying on alternative shipping methods—such as special couriers using foreign trade zones (FTZ) or temporary import bonds (TIB)—as ways to circumvent tariffs. The institute emphasized it holds no responsibility for taxes incurred through such channels and reiterated that there remains no tariff-free mechanism for shipping rough diamonds to the U.S. for grading.
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Mahesh Notandass and Vandals Partner with Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna for Noir Botanica
Mahesh Notandass and Vandals served as the official jewellery partners for designer duo Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna’s Noir Botanica presentation, held at Galeries Lafayette Mumbai on August 20.
Jewellery from both houses was worn by Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna, as well as models walking the presentation, complementing the collection’s sculptural silhouettes, metallic surfaces and architectural detailing.




Rather than a conventional runway, the evening was conceived as an immersive fashion experience. Galeries Lafayette Mumbai was transformed into an intimate setting inspired by jazz and the glamour of 1930s evening culture, allowing guests to experience the craftsmanship, textures and construction of the garments up close. Actor Vijay Varma closed the presentation, adding a striking finale to the evening.
The event drew a notable gathering of celebrities and fashion personalities, including Kajol, Babil Khan, Mahima Makwana, Pragya Jaiswal, Gurfateh Pirzada, Sophie Choudhry, Sarah-Jane Dias, Shalini Passi, Zayed Khan and Ruhee Dosani, among others.


Vandana M. Jagwani, Creative Director at Mahesh Notandass and Founder of Vandals, graced the occasion, marking the coming together of the two jewellery houses with Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna for the Noir Botanica presentation.
The collaboration highlights the growing intersection of fine jewellery and contemporary fashion, with Mahesh Notandass and Vandals bringing their distinct jewellery aesthetics to a collection centred on strong silhouettes, craftsmanship, texture and modern evening dressing.
The Noir Botanica capsule will be available following the presentation at Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna stores and Galeries Lafayette Mumbai.
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