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GJC’s first Labham Seminar in Ahilyanagar concludes successfully
The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) successfully organized its flagship knowledge-sharing event this week, the Labham Seminar, at Hotel Raj Palace in Ahilyanagar. This was the first-ever Labham Seminar held in Ahilyanagar, conducted in collaboration with the Gold Jewellers Council – Ahilyanagar, a prestigious association dedicated to the growth and prosperity of the local jewellery trade.
This 181st edition of the Labham Seminar was conducted under the DD-WGC Labham series and witnessed the participation of over 100 jewellers. The seminar aimed to strengthen awareness of business knowledge, legal compliance, and ethical trade practices. Key speakers at the event included GJC Chairman Rajesh Rokde, Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta, Vardhaman Kothari, former Chairman Nitin Khandelwal, and legal advisor Bhavin Mehta, who addressed crucial topics such as legal guidelines, compliance policies, and business growth strategies.
During the seminar, insights were also shared about the upcoming India Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS) and GJS Jewellers Meet. The prestigious B2B jewellery trade show is set to take place from 4th to 7th April 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. This edition will feature 400+ exhibitors and 750+ booths, offering a grand platform for the jewellery industry to explore an extensive range of products, including gold, couture and real diamond-studded jewellery, silver, gemstones, loose diamonds, pearls, lab-grown diamonds, and allied services.
A key highlight of this year’s event is the Silver Pavilion, dedicated to meeting the growing demand for silver jewellery and artifacts. Scheduled 26 days before Akshaya Tritiya and just ahead of the upcoming wedding season, this show presents a golden opportunity for retailers and buyers to stock up their inventory. With 20,000+ visitors and 2,000 hosted buyers expected, GJS is set to become a leading sourcing platform for India’s jewellery traders.
The GJS Jewellers Meet serves as an exclusive networking platform, bringing together key jewellers, retailers, and manufacturers from the industry. This meet fosters business discussions, collaborations, and trade opportunities, allowing stakeholders to establish valuable connections and gain insights into the latest market trends.

On this occasion, GJC Chairman Rajesh Rokde stated:”The Labham Seminar has always been a vital platform for educating jewellers about compliance and ethical trade practices. We are delighted to host this seminar for the first time in Ahilyanagar and are thrilled by the enthusiastic response from the local jewellery community. GJC remains committed to driving industry growth, education, and business excellence. Through GJS and GJS Jewellers Meet, we are providing jewellers with an unparalleled platform to connect, collaborate, and unlock new business opportunities.”
With this grand success, the Labham Seminar in Ahilyanagar has laid a strong foundation for future knowledge-sharing programs. The Gold Jewellers Council – Ahilyanagar and GJC remain dedicated to their mission of empowering jewellers through initiatives like Labham, ensuring continued progress and excellence in the industry.
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Jewellery Repeats Are Officially Off The Table With The Wedding Guest Edit By Kushals
A Versatile, Trend-Forward Collection Designed To Keep Every Wedding Guest Look Fresh, Effortless, and Celebration-Ready Across Every Function
If wedding season means back-to-back invites—from friends, cousins, and colleagues—the drill is familiar. Multiple functions per wedding, different jewellery for each outfit, and absolutely no repeats. Mehendi in the morning, sangeet at night, cocktail glam, muhurtam elegance—and somehow, new jewellery every single time.


So how does a wedding guest keep every look fresh & on-trend without overthinking it?
This Wedding Season, Kushals Fashion Jewellery introduces The Wedding Guest Edit—a curated collection for modern Indian wedding guests. Designed to keep every look stylish, effortless, and on point for every celebration.



Bringing together Indian traditional craftforms with 18K Gold Plating jewellery, the edit is rooted in versatility—offering multiple options for every outfit. Crafted with a premium finish and a comfort fit, the collection reflects Kushals’ artisanal expertise, with new designs introduced every week.


Kundan jewellery is reimagined for today, bringing a contemporary edge to the collection. Think bold chokers with coloured stone accents, layered necklaces, and versatile sets that can be styled multiple ways. The addition of Victorian plating—one of the season’s biggest trends—lends a rich depth to these designs. Perfect for cocktail sarees, fusion fits, and even statement baarati looks, these are pieces that transition effortlessly across wedding moments—be it haldi, mehendi, or the varmala. Designs that do the most, without trying too hard.
For those drawn to something more classic, the Antique jewellery range, crafted with rich gold-plated finishes, brings in depth through intricate detailing and textured designs. Statement maang tikkas, maatils, kaadhas, and temple-inspired pieces elevate traditional looks—perfect for muhurtam ceremonies and day functions where classic elegance takes centre stage.


And for those who love a little sparkle, the American Diamond (AD) range brings in just the right amount of shine. With delicate florals, pastel-hued stones from the latest launch, and modern silhouettes—from lightweight statement earrings to elegant necklace sets—these zircon pieces are perfect for cocktail looks and reception nights that call for effortless glam.
At its core, The Wedding Guest Edit is all about versatility—lightweight, premium, expressive, and easy to style. Mix it, match it, style it differently. Because keeping up with wedding season shouldn’t feel like a styling challenge.
Why should brides have all the fun?
With this launch, Kushals Fashion Jewellery shifts the spotlight to the wedding guest—ensuring something new, something stylish, and a fresh look for every celebration
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