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IGI D SHOW 2025: The Largest Premier Diamond Jewelry Exhibition at Jio Convention CentreD
Celebrating IGI’s 50th Anniversary, the 21st Edition of D SHOW Unites Industry Leaders to Showcase Exquisite Designs and Foster Dynamic Networking Opportunities
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) is set to host its prestigious 21st edition of the IGI D Show from April 17th to 19th, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. This exclusive diamond exhibition has become a cornerstone event for India’s gem and jewelry industry, fostering meaningful relationships between premier diamond manufacturers and Luxury/High-end retail brands.
The D Show, an exclusive platform pioneered by IGI, unites manufacturers and retailers to forge partnerships, exchange insights, and explore opportunities driving innovation in the diamond trade. Since its inception, the event has catalyzed collaboration, fostering growth and strengthening relationships across the industry.
This year’s edition with the theme The Artisans behind the ALLURE holds special significance as we reflect on five decades of IGI’s contribution to the diamond world and chart a visionary path forward.
As India solidifies its position not only as a premier manufacturing hub but also as a burgeoning consumer market, the D Show serves as a tribute to the nation’s pivotal role in shaping the global diamond landscape.
The upcoming edition promises to be a landmark event, bringing together industry leaders to explore the latest trends, cutting-edge designs, and premium-certified diamonds. This year, the edition will witness handpicked 60+ diamond jewelry manufacturers, showcasing over 300 attractive diamond jewelry designs.

On the occasion, Mr. Tehmasp Printer, MD & CEO, IGI, said “As IGI commemorates its 50th anniversary in 2025, we are proud to introduce the D Show in Mumbai. This event embodies our industry’s commitment to innovation, luxury, and excellence in the diamond sector. The D Show is centered around Exquisite Diamonds, statement Designs, and Dynamic Networking, uniting industry leaders to showcase craftsmanship, quality, and creativity in today’s evolving jewelry landscape.”
He further said, “The IGI D Show has consistently evolved from a buyer-seller meet into a community-oriented networking event, fostering collaborations that drive the gem and jewelry industry forward. By bringing together esteemed manufacturers and retailers, we aim to create an environment where innovation, quality, and trust flourish, ultimately benefiting the entire industry.”
The exhibition will span 15,000 square meters within the Jio World Convention Centre’s Exhibition Halls, accommodating numerous stalls that will showcase exquisite diamond jewelry collections. Attendees can expect to explore an extensive array of over 100,000 exclusive Diamond Jewelry designs, including latest fancy-shaped diamond jewelry, couture collections, and more.
The IGI D Show will feature an elite group of handpicked manufacturers renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and adherence to quality. These exhibitors have undergone stringent selection criteria, ensuring they meet IGI’s high standards for design innovation, service excellence, and global reputation. Attendees can expect to explore an extensive array of over 100,000 exclusive designs, including fancy-shaped diamond jewelry and couture collections.
The exhibition serves as a dynamic platform for prominent retailers and buyers to engage directly with manufacturers. Past editions have facilitated thousands of unique meetings, fostering collaborations and business opportunities that have significantly contributed to the growth of the gem and jewelry sector. Retailers will have the opportunity to discover the latest trends, source exquisite pieces, and establish enduring partnerships with esteemed manufacturers.
Since its inception, the IGI D Show has evolved from a buyer-seller meet into a community-oriented networking event that brings together like-minded individuals dedicated to advancing the global gem and jewelry industry. With over 19 successful editions, including the inaugural international show in Dubai, the IGI D Show continues to set benchmarks for excellence and innovation in the industry.
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Unscrupulous Hallmarking Centers Are Compromising Purity Of Gold
Practices Include Code Tampering and Illegal Commission Schemes
The standard hallmark, introduced to guarantee gold purity, is losing its reliability as market pressures mount. High gold prices and slowing demand have intensified competition, driving hallmarking operators—particularly in smaller cities and towns across northern India—to adopt illicit practices to secure higher volumes from jewelers.
Unscrupulous hallmarking centers are compromising the purity of gold jewelry in India through code tampering and illegal commission schemes, according to industry sources and officials.
Industry sources revealed that operators manipulate the system by assigning a single six-character alphanumeric Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) code to multiple jewelry pieces of identical design. In some instances, centers have issued 22-karat purity certificates for 20-karat gold.
Although official hallmarking fees were recently raised from 45 rupees to 75 rupees per piece—the first increase in nearly five years to offset rising machinery and operating costs—many centers undercut these rates or pay kickbacks to manufacturers and wholesalers in exchange for bulk orders.
While manufacturers, wholesalers, and center operators benefit financially from the discounted arrangements, industry experts warn that end consumers are left paying for substandard gold.
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