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GJEPC Conducts Intensive Training for Customs Officials in Kolkata to Strengthen Gem & Jewellery Appraisal
Four-day programme enhances officers’ expertise in gemstone identification, metal purity testing, and valuation to support smoother export operations.
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) Kolkata Regional Office successfully conducted a four-day Gold Appraiser and Valuer Training Programme from 1st to 4th December 2025 at the Kolkata Customs Air Cargo Commissionerate. The initiative aimed to enhance the technical capabilities of customs officers involved in handling gems, precious stones, gold, and jewellery shipments.
Led by Koushik SV, Head of Skill Development, GJEPC, the sessions covered critical areas including gemstone and diamond identification, precious metal purity testing using XRF technology, and essential assaying and valuation methodologies. The training was designed to equip officers with practical, hands-on skills to ensure accurate assessment and faster clearances.
Pankaj Parekh, Regional Chairman – East, GJEPC, emphasised that efficient export facilitation depends on knowledgeable and well-trained customs officers. He noted that capacity-building programmes like this significantly contribute to the industry’s ease of doing business.
The programme concluded with a certificate distribution ceremony graced by Chief Guest R. Srinivasa Naik, IRS, Chief Commissioner of Customs, and Guest of Honour Shri Shivaji Dange, IRS, Principal Commissioner of Customs (Airport & ACC). Joint Commissioner Shilpi Srivastava and senior officials were also present. In his remarks, Srinivasa Naik commended GJEPC for organising the initiative and encouraged more such training efforts to enhance operational efficiency at the cargo shed.
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Harit Zaveri Jewellers Celebrates A Bride’s Royal Spirit In An Indian Wedding With Its New Polki Collection
A Celebration Of Regal Femininity, Heirloom Craftsmanship, and The Refreshing Depth Of Emeralds.
June 2026 A bride’s jewellery is never merely ornamental, it carries sentiment, memory, and the quiet power of tradition. With its newest Polki Collection, Harit Zaveri Jewellers introduces a refined take on royal Indian bridal jewellery, thoughtfully designed for the modern bride who embraces heritage while expressing her individuality with confidence and grace.


Crafted between 18kt to 14kt gold and enriched by Emeralds, Harit Zaveri Jewellers Polki collection celebrates a bride in her most transformative moment – poised between reflection and becoming. Every jewellery piece in the collection is designed to accompany her through this pause.
At the heart of the collection lies the richness of polki craftsmanship – raw, uncut diamonds admired for their old-world charm and regal appeal, long associated with royal Indian heirlooms. Paired with vivid emeralds, known to symbolise renewal, harmony, love, and abundance, the collection brings together heritage and elegance. The richness of green emeralds adds depth and freshness, creating jewels that feel both classic and strikingly modern.
The collection features an expansive range of statement and versatile pieces including necklaces, kadas, rings, earrings, and bridal sets, thoughtfully embellished with emeralds, pearls, and polki detailing.


This collection from Harit Zaveri Jewellers compliments classic reds and heritage weaves to contemporary ivories, pastels, and couture silhouettes. Whether layered with a traditional lehenga, paired with a modern sari drape, or styled for intimate pre-wedding celebrations, these pieces seamlessly adapt while elevating every bridal look with a quiet majesty.
These pieces are envisioned as modern heirlooms, where meticulous craftsmanship, precious materials, and timeless artistry come together to create pieces worthy of being passed down through generations.
Harit Zaveri, Joint Managing Director at Harit Zaveri Jewellers said:

“At Harit Zaveri Jewellers, we have always believed bridal jewellery should feel personal, something that reflects a bride’s story and individuality. Many of our clients naturally gravitate towards one-of-a-kind pieces that resonate with their personality and become part of their memories for years to come. With this Polki collection, we wanted to celebrate craftsmanship with the richness of emeralds, a stone that beautifully complements a variety of bridal colours and effortlessly completes a look. Above all, quality remains at the heart of everything we create because we believe jewellery should feel as enduring as the memories and moments attached to it.”
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