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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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CaratLane Celebrates 18 Years Of Trust, Design-Edge, and Precious Stories
From A Single Idea In 2008 To A Presence That Today Spans 390+ Stores Across India, 2 International Stores, and Across 17,000+ Pincodes Nationwide, CaratLane’s Growth Has Been Shaped By The Trust Of Millions Of Women
CaratLane, a TATA product and India’s leading omnichannel fine jewellery brand, is set to mark a landmark eighteen years since its founding in 2008 — a journey that began with a simple belief that every woman is precious, and deserves jewellery that reflects that, every day. What started as an idea in 2008 has since grown into one of India’s most loved jewellery brands, a trusted companion to millions of women and the proud creator of countless precious moments across the country.
The eighteen-year milestone, which the brand will celebrate on 8th October, is a profound one — a moment of reflection, gratitude, and quiet pride. From a single idea in 2008 to a presence that today spans 390+ stores across India, 2 international stores, and across 17,000+ pincodes nationwide, CaratLane’s growth has been shaped by the trust of millions of women. The last five years alone have been transformative — the brand has grown at a 40% CAGR, with revenue scaling to nearly 4x of what it was five years ago. Behind every one of those numbers is a woman who chose CaratLane for a moment that mattered to her.
Reflecting on the milestone, Saumen Bhaumik, Managing Director, CaratLane, said:
“CaratLane started in 2008 as an online jewellery website, with a simple belief that every woman is extraordinary, as precious as a diamond, and deserves to own one. Over 18 years, we became India’s first omnichannel jewellery brand and have gone on to make natural diamonds part of the stories of millions of young Indians, across India and around 30 countries. This journey has only been possible because of the women who trusted us, our partners and our teams, past and present. As we celebrate 18 years, a bigger dream is taking shape, and I truly believe our best years are ahead. One woman, one story at a time.”
To honour this milestone in a manner befitting its significance, CaratLane has launched a slate of initiatives that bring the brand’s belief to life across every touchpoint:
A new anniversary film — a cinematic tribute to the women who have shaped CaratLane’s journey, built on the idea that every piece of jewellery holds within it a story of the woman who wears it. The film celebrates the symbiotic relationship between a diamond and the woman who gives it meaning.
A quality upgrade — all natural diamond offerings have been elevated to superior, brighter, whiter FG-colour diamonds, a commitment to the uncompromising standard the brand has come to be known for.
A year of design innovation — 5,000 new designs and 9 signature festive collections launched for the festive season, a testament to the relentless pace of craft and creativity that defines CaratLane.
A deeper global presence — the Global 2.0 expansion, a rebuilt international web platform, an International App, and the dedicated Shaya App, bringing CaratLane closer to Indian women across the world.
As CaratLane steps into its next chapter, its heartbeat remains unchanged — the belief that every woman is precious, and deserves to feel so, every day. The best years, as the brand often says, are ahead.
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