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GJNRF Receives Prestigious Award for Outstanding Contribution to Social Consciousness
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The Gem & Jewellery National Relief Foundation (GJNRF) was honored with the “Award for Outstanding Contribution to Social Consciousness” at the World CSR Day event held at Taj Lands End, Bandra. Presented by the World CSR Congress and Awards, this accolade celebrates GJNRF’s impactful work in corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and community development. The foundation has been recognized for its tireless efforts in improving social welfare, promoting environmental sustainability, and driving positive change within the gem and jewelry industry.
GJNRF’s initiatives, ranging from education and healthcare to disaster relief, have made a lasting impact on marginalized communities and environmental preservation. This prestigious award reflects the foundation’s commitment to fostering social consciousness and creating a better future through corporate responsibility, collaborating with industry leaders, non-profits, and government bodies to create lasting, transformative change.
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GJEPC Hosts UK Trade Interaction In Kolkata To Boost Exports
British Deputy High Commissioner Highlighted Emerging Opportunities In The UK Market and Outlined The Support Available To Indian Businesses Through The UK High Commission. Exporters Discussed Their Experience and Interest In Participating In International Trade Fairs In The UK,
India’s GJEPC) held a trade interaction with British diplomats in Kolkata on Sept. 9 to boost gem and jewellery exports to the United Kingdom, the industry body said.
- The meeting, led by GJEPC Eastern Region Chairman Pankaj Parekh and British Deputy High Commissioner Andrew Fleming, convened over 20 regional exporters and prominent local jewellers.
- Dr. Fleming highlighted emerging opportunities in the UK market and outlined the support available to Indian businesses through the UK High Commission. Exporters discussed their experience and interest in participating in international trade fairs in the UK,
- Discussions focused on expanding trade under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), launched on July 15, 2026.
- The event highlighted six regional exporters who recently completed their maiden shipments to the UK from Kolkata port under the new trade pact.
- British officials, including Deputy Consul Sandip Choudhary, addressed trade bottlenecks, tariff barriers, and participation in UK trade fairs, pledging ongoing support to facilitate market access for Eastern Region exporters.
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