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GJEPC leadership meets Hon’ble Finance Minister to discuss industry growth and key issues
The leadership of the GJEPC met with the Hon’ble Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, to discuss pressing issues and the way forward for the gem and jewellery industry. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, and Shaunak Parekh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, engaged in a courtesy meeting with the Hon’ble Minister, highlighting key challenges faced by the industry.
The discussions focused on the inclusion of India Jewellery Park, Mumbai in the harmonised infrastructure list to accelerate industry growth. The leadership also extended an invitation to the Hon’ble Minister to visit the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) Udupi, showcasing the industry’s commitment to skill development and employment generation.
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Divine Solitaires marks Gudi Padwa with a sparkling festive initiative
Festive diamond coin offer blends affordability, assured value, and auspicious buying for Gudi Padwa
Divine Solitaires is celebrating the auspicious festival of Gudi Padwa with a limited-period festive initiative designed to make diamond ownership more accessible and meaningful.
As part of the offer, valid until March 19, customers can usher in prosperity and new beginnings by booking a Divine Solitaires Diamond Coin for just ₹2,000. The initiative aims to encourage aspirational and assured investment in natural diamonds during the festive season.
Adding further value, the offer includes price protection, allowing customers to benefit from any potential drop in market prices. Each booked coin also comes with a complimentary enamel brass jacket, enhancing its festive and collectible appeal.
| Coin Weight | Diamond Carat |
| 1 gram | 0.10 carat |
| 2 grams | 0.14 carat |
| 3 grams | 0.18 carat |
Each coin features rare diamonds crafted in the iconic 8Hearts8Arrows pattern—found in less than 1% of the world’s diamonds. These are high-quality VVS and EF grade stones, known for their exceptional clarity, brilliance, and colourless appearance.

“The harvest festival of Gudi Padwa represents new beginnings, abundance and hope. It is a time when people welcome prosperity into their lives and celebrate meaningful milestones with their loved ones. Diamonds, with their timeless brilliance, have always been a symbol of joy, positivity and enduring value, making them a beautiful way to mark such special occasions,” said Jignesh Mehta, Founder and Managing Director, Divine Solitaires.
Customers can book their diamond coins across Divine Solitaires’ extensive retail network of 200+ shop-in-shop stores spanning over 100 cities in India.
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