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KIJF 2023:Brisk business, quality visitors cements status as preferred B2B show in Kerala
· Crowded aisles with visitorsfrom Kerala and Southern States despite monsoon rains
· Participants reportedtheir best ever ordersin Kerala so far
· “Kerala Jewellery Awards” to recognize and felicitate the jewellers in various categories both nationally and internationally, event graced by Famous Cine Actress Anu Sitara
· Kerala State Special Convention held with the participation of top nationaltrade
bodies
· YUVA – The Next Generation BusinessMeet held duringKIJF to bring together the young jewellers to exchange ideas and ideologies.
The second edition of the Kerala International Jewellery Fair (KIJF) 2023, Kerala’s largest B2B jewellery exhibition, held at Adlux Exhibition & Convention Centre from July 8-10, 2023 has rewrittenthe history of B2B shows in Keralawith huge visitorfootfall and briskbusiness registered during the event.
The show saw a large turnout of visitors from not only Kerala and but from across India ensuring that the exhibition aisles remained crowded with quality buyers throughout the three-day event. Almost all participants reported that best ever business in Kerala and far above their expectations.
KIJF was jointly organisedby the All Kerala Gold & Silver JewelleryManufacturers Association (AKGSMA) andUnited Exhibitions, India’s leadingexclusive jewellery exhibition organiser
The second edition of KIJF ran concurrent to many events which were beneficial to the jewellery trade fraternity like YUVA – The Next Generation Business Meet, AKGSMA State SpecialConvention, Kerala Jewellery Awards.
Speaking at the Inauguration, Shri VD Satheeshan said that the shows like KIJF will boost the trade and business and would favour the development of the state. After viewingthe displays at KIJF, he added, “The vast range of jewellery shows the great capabilities of the Indian craftsmanship. The inaugural event was attendedby .. VD Satheesan, Hon. Leader of Opposition, . Benny Behanan, Member of Parliament, . Roji M John, MLA, . Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, NGJCI, .. Saiyam Mehra, Chairman, GJC, . Suvankar Sen, ManagingDirector, Senco Gold along with the leaders of AKGSMA
Industry Feedback was par excellence The show was also widely appreciated by the participants. Over 8,000 trade visitors came to KIJF, with the largest numbers being from Kerala. There was a significant attendance from the other parts of India too. Not only Single Store owners but representatives of all the leading corporate chain stores have marked their attendance at KIJF to source the jewellery for the upcoming season, particularly those with a strong presence in the South, attended the show, along with significant numbersfrom other partsof the country. Most exhibitors reportedtheir best ever orders booked in Keralatill date as retailers selectedstocks for the upcoming wedding and Onam festival, with gold jewellery being most in demand followed by diamond & studded jewellery. Many exhibitors gave positive feedback about the largeturnout from differentcorners of country,and even relatively larger and well-established players said they were able to develop new contacts in many fast-developing new towns and regions. KIJF has seen a significant rise in the international trade visitor countas the buyers visited the show from more than 7 countries who has their roots from Kerala and made the show as an international destination too for sourcingKerala style jewellery. Participants also greatly appreciated the organisers for the manner in which the show was planned and executed. They were all praise for the pre-showregistration systems which were simple and functioned efficiently and also very satisfied with the arrangements at the exhibition venue itself. Key Events One of the highlights of the 3-day event was the AKGSMA State Special Convention on July 9th. Not only was it attended by a large number of jewellers many informative sessions were held during this convention. During the convention Tushar Agarwal,MD of Shiv Narayan Jewellers, Hyderabad was felicitated for taking India’sfinest craftsmanship to the International dais by winning 8 Guinness records for the jewellery masterpieces handcrafted from the house of Shiv Narayan. KIJF also hosted its first ever Kerala Jewellery Awards in association with SVAR Media to recognise and felicitate the stalwarts of jewellery industry on the Day 2 of KIJF. The award function was attended by Many dignitaries from Jewellery Fraternity and Famous Cine actressAnu Sitara, to felicitate and award the jewellers in various categories. The Valedictory Functionfor all participants, where a number of eminentjewellers were recalledfor their
dedication and service renderedfor the collective success of KIJF and to the development of the jewellery industry in Kerala.
Organisers Speak
Dr B Govindan, State President of AKGSMA: “KIJF 2023 was a remarkable success and it is the evidence that the jewellery industry in Kerala is now ready to move to a more modern and professional mode of doing business. The show provided a professionally managed B2B experience and we have seen significant footfall from not only neighbouring states but from across India, the show has been well received with even the smaller jewellers responding enthusiastically.”
K Surendran, State Gen. Secretary, AKGSMA: “KIJF is now the choiceof the jewellery retailers to source the jewellery for the comingwedding and Onam seasons in Kerala. It was organized at the right time and so businessat the show has been very brisk and exceededthe expectations of all. KIJF provided them a perfect opportunity to identify new designs and collections for their outlets.We all look forwardto the season’s business.
Adv S Abdul Nazar, State Treasurer, AKGSMA, Convenor KIJF: “KIJF KIJF KIJF KIJF, This was resounding everywhere during the 3 days of the show not only across India but from the countries where the trade visitors have come from by talking about the success it has given to the trade fraternity and a lot of credit goes to the our state committee members and council team who spread out across the state conducting road shows, organizing meetings and spreading awareness among the jewellers. It was an enriching experience for those who attended the show with many knowledge-based sessions and interactions were held. Kerala Jewellery Awards was the highlight of the show and surely going to be an important event in every show going forward.”
VK Manoj, United Exhibitions: “Thanks to the trade fraternity for accepting us and giving us a red carpet welcome every time. The success of the show shall be shared with all the members of AKGSMA for their selfless service rendered during the pre-event roadshows and meeting creating awareness to the fellow jewelers on the importance of visiting tradeshows an its necessity in today’s business world. The response has been truly overwhelming with large turnout of trade visitors from across India. Further to this we at United Exhibitions are having quite aggressive plans for expandingbusiness to all the southernstates and internationally too through various alliances and partnerships.
BrandBuzz
Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers Opens its 30th Showroom marking its entry in Thane, a major Milestone
Continuing its legacy since 1909, Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers opens doors to its 30th showroom in Thane.
Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers, a name synonymous with heritage and trust since 1909, has expanded its legacy with the grand opening of its 30th showroom in Thane. This marks a significant chapter in the brand’s 116-year journey of delivering timeless craftsmanship and impeccable quality.
The new showroom was inaugurated in the presence of esteemed guests, including Ramesh Vaze, Chairman of S.H. Kelkar & Co. Ltd., and National Award-winning filmmaker Ravi Jadhav, along with long-time patrons and senior members of the company.
Designed as a modern retail destination, the state-of-the-art Thane showroom showcases an extensive range of gold, diamond, and Polki jewellery, blending traditional artistry with contemporary elegance.
Commenting on the launch, Ashish Pethe said, “Opening our 30th showroom is a testament to the trust our customers have placed in us. Our patrons had to travel to Mumbai for buying with us. Now we are happy to come to Thane to serve our loyal customers. Thane’s vibrancy makes it an ideal location to serve our discerning clientele.”
The launch event also featured an exclusive preview of new collections, continuing the brand’s promise to offer jewellery that helps create lasting memories.
With this new addition, Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers reinforces its commitment to being closer to its customers while upholding its legacy of excellence in jewellery.
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PNG Jewellers Expands Presence with New Store Launch in Jalgaon with Inauguration by Marathi Industry Superstar Swapnil Joshi
Spread across 4,500 sq. ft., this large format store inaugurated by Marathi Industry Superstar Swapnil Joshi will showcase PNG Jewellers’ complete range of offerings, including exquisite collections in gold, natural diamond, silver and platinum jewellery
PNG Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and iconic legacy jewellery brands, proudly announced the grand opening of its new store in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. The new store was inaugurated by Marathi film industry superstar Swapnil Joshi, marking yet another milestone in the brand’s ongoing expansion journey driven by strong customer demand for its jewellery.
Spread across 4,500 sq. ft., the store will showcase the very best of PNG Jewellers stunning collections like Saptam, Pratha, Katha and Eiina. Located in the fast developing suburb of Ajay Colony, Ring Road, the new space has been designed to deliver an exceptional shopping experience, blending PNG’s heritage of trust and craftsmanship with modern retail elegance and top notch service.
To celebrate the launch, PNG Jewellers has announced special inaugural offers from the 15th of August to 29th of August 2025. Customers can enjoy upto 20% off on gold jewellery making charges and upto 50% off on diamond jewellery making charges, making it the perfect opportunity to explore and own timeless designs right at the beginning of the festive season.
Sharing his excitement about the launch, actor Swapnil Joshi said, “It’s always a delight to be a part of PNG Jewellers’ milestone celebrations. This one is truly special as it is the launch of PNG’s first store in the city of Jalgaon! The people of Maharashtra deserve nothing but the best and I am so glad that PNG Jewellers has now entered this wonderful city with its amazing jewellery with such a grand showroom.”
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman and Managing Director of PNG Jewellers, said, “Jalgaon has been a high-potential market for us, and the decision to open a store here is a direct response to the growing demand from our customers in the region. This new store allows us to bring our complete range of products and our signature shopping experience closer to our valued patrons. We are committed to serving the people of Jalgaon with the same trust, transparency, and quality that PNG Jewellers has stood for since its inception in 1832.”
The Jalgaon store launch reinforces PNG Jewellers’ vision of expanding its footprint as Maharashtra’s strongest jewellery player while staying deeply connected to the needs of its customers. With this addition, the brand continues to tap high potential markets in India as it embarks up a nationwide expansion.
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De Beers, Endiama report first new kimberlite field in over 30 years in Angola
De Beers Group, in partnership with Angola’s Endiama, has discovered a new kimberlite field—its first in over 30 years—during initial drilling in July 2025. The find marks a major milestone in their long-term collaboration to responsibly develop Angola’s diamond resources.
De Beers Group, in partnership with Angola’s national diamond company Endiama, has reported the discovery of a new kimberlite field in Angola—the company’s first such find in over 30 years.The breakthrough occurred in July 2025, when the joint venture intersected kimberlite in its very first drill hole, targeting a cluster of high-priority sites identified through airborne surveys earlier in March 2025.
In the months ahead, De Beers and Endiama will carry out additional drilling, ground geophysical studies, and laboratory testing to confirm the nature of the kimberlite and evaluate its diamond-bearing potential.The find marks a significant milestone in the partnership between De Beers and Angola. It comes on the back of two Mineral Investment Contracts signed in April 2022 and a Memorandum of Understanding agreed at the 2024 Mining Indaba. These agreements have laid the foundation for a long-term collaboration focused on responsibly developing Angola’s diamond resources.
Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group, said: “Angola is, in our view, one of the best places on the planet to look for diamonds, and this discovery reinforces our confidence. It is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved through partnership, and I commend President Lourenco and his government for all the work they have done to enhance transparency, adopt international best practices, and create a business friendly environment, all of which has enabled us to return to Angola and seek new sources of supply. We are excited about the role De Beers can play in helping the country deliver on its huge potential, both below and above the ground.”
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