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IIG announces ₹1 Lakh Course Giveaway at IIJS 2025 – All it takes is a selfie and the power of your network

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10 months ago

July 25, 2025

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG), one of India’s premier institutes for gem and jewelry education, is bringing excitement and innovation to IIJS 2025 with a campaign that blends learning, networking, and fun. In a unique initiative, IIG is offering a free course worth ₹1,00,000 to one lucky participant, and all it takes to win is a selfie and the strength of one’s network.

The contest is simple yet meaningful: Visitors to IIJS can visit IIG’s booth, take a selfie at the Jharokha-themed selfie corner, and post it on their Instagram story by tagging @iigofficial. But here’s the twist: to actually win, participants must encourage their network to repost their story. The individual with the maximum shares stands to win a master course worth 1 Lakh by IIG.

The selfie corner itself is a heartfelt highlight of the experience; designed in the form of a traditional Jharokha, entirely conceptualized and crafted by IIG’s own students. As part of a merchandising project, students have carved, hand-painted, and styled the installation to reflect the IIJS 2025 theme of ‘Architecture’, blending cultural heritage with creative expression. It’s not just a photo spot; it’s a reflection of learning in action.

Rahul Desai, MD & CEO of IIG and Founder of RD Consultancy, shared his thoughts on the initiative: I love giving back to the industry. It has given me incredible opportunities and shaped who I am today. But I also believe giveaways should be fun. When there’s a little twist, and when you earn it through your energy and network, the reward becomes so much more meaningful. This isn’t just about IIG; it’s about celebrating the joy of connection, visibility, and community; things I deeply believe in.

Aligned with this year’s IIJS theme of ‘Architecture’, IIG’s booth showcases how the institute continues to lay strong educational foundations for the industry. From short-format practical workshops to long-term advanced programs, IIG offers skill-building opportunities for students, working professionals, and business owners alike. This year, the booth also introduces visitors to RD Consultancy, Rahul Desai’s newly launched advisory firm that offers strategic solutions for manufacturers, jewelry retailers, startups, and growth-focused entrepreneurs.

The synergy between IIG’s academic ecosystem and RD Consultancy’s business-forward mindset presents a compelling vision for the future, where education meets execution, and talent is empowered through both knowledge and action.

Visitors to IIJS are invited to explore the complete range of IIG’s offerings, meet the team, participate in the giveaway, and discover how this collaborative ecosystem can support their professional growth.

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GJC Delegation Meets RBI Deputy Governor, Makes GMS Presentation

The Proposal Was Acknowledged As An Innovative Initiative With The Potential To Become A Game Changer For The Industry and The Nation.

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8 hours ago

May 29, 2026

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A GJC delegation comprising Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta, Legal Consultant CA Bhavin Mehta, and National Secretary Mitesh Dhorda met with Shirish Chandra Murmu, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, along with his senior team.

During the meeting, the delegation made a detailed presentation on the proposed Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS). The RBI team appreciated the concept of the scheme. The proposal was acknowledged as an innovative initiative with the potential to become a game changer for the industry and the nation.

GJC remains committed to working closely with all stakeholders —including the government, banks, jewellers, gold depositors, and temple trusts—in the larger national interest and for the sustainable growth of the GJ industry.

The Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS) in India was launched with the primary objective of reducing gold imports by mobilizing the vast amount of idle gold held by households, institutions, and temple trusts, thereby decreasing the country’s heavy reliance on gold imports. By encouraging depositors to bring their unused gold into the formal banking system, the scheme puts this dormant gold into productive economic purposes, such as meeting the needs of jewellers and industries without requiring fresh imports.

Additionally, the scheme allows depositors to earn interest on their gold deposits instead of keeping gold idle at home, transforming a non-yielding asset into an income-generating investment while simultaneously strengthening India’s gold supply chain and reducing the trade deficit.