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Oman Delegation Explores Trade Opportunities At GJEPC Meet
Discussions Focused On Opportunities In Diamond Processing, Jewellery Manufacturing, Lab-Grown Diamonds, Secure Storage Facilities and Exports To The US
A delegation from Oman visited GJEPC in Mumbai on 6 May 2026 to discuss investment, logistics and trade opportunities for the gem and jewellery sector. The delegation included H.E. Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of Oman to India; H.E. Ibtisam Al Farooji, Undersecretary for Investment Promotion, MOCIIP; H.E. Pankaj Khimji, Advisor for Foreign Trade & International Cooperation, MOCIIP and Oman’s G20 Sherpa among other officials.
The delegates were welcomed by Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Ashish Borda, Convenor – PMBD, GJEPC; Mital Doshi, Convenor – BITC, GJEPC; Mansukh Kothari, Convenor – Events, GJEPC; Mehul Shah, Vice President, Bharat Diamond Bourse; Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC; and Sridhar Iyengar, Director – International Events, GJEPC along with jewellery exporters.
During the interaction, H.E. Pankaj Khimji highlighted Oman’s strategic position as a gateway to the GCC and global markets, supported by free zones, logistics infrastructure, investment facilitation and duty-free access under the India-Oman CEPA expected to come into effect from 1 June 2026. He noted that 97% of Indian goods would enter Oman duty-free under the agreement. He also outlined the development of a dedicated bonded warehouse and high-value jewellery depository facility at Muscat Airport, enabling direct and secure transfer of precious cargo from aircraft to storage within the airport free zone.
Discussions focused on opportunities in diamond processing, jewellery manufacturing, lab-grown diamonds, secure storage facilities and exports to the US market through Oman. GJEPC and BDB representatives also invited Oman to engage with India’s gem and jewellery industry through roadshows and participation at major trade exhibitions such as IIJS Premiere. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening bilateral cooperation through future industry visits and investment partnerships.
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The Pearl Edit: Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifting By GIVA
From Elegant Pearl Pendants To Timeless Diamond Accents, GIVA’s Curated Mother’s Day Collection Celebrates The Enduring Grace, Warmth, and Love Of Every Mother With Jewellery Designed To Be Cherished Forever.
For generations, pearls have defined timeless elegance, an evergreen classic that transcends trends and seasons. Effortlessly refined, they carry a quiet sophistication that has remained relevant across eras.
Neither fleeting nor ornamental, pearls embody a kind of understated luxury, graceful, enduring, and always in style.
This Mother’s Day, GIVA celebrates the woman who has always been your constant, the one who showed up quietly, loved loudly, and made everything feel possible. She doesn’t ask for much, which is exactly why she deserves something truly special.
In that spirit, pearls make for a deeply meaningful Mother’s Day gift. Timeless yet modern, they carry a warmth that feels personal, moving effortlessly from everyday moments to cherished milestones. A thoughtful way to say everything words sometimes can’t.
Here are some pearl pieces that make for perfect Mother’s Day gifts.
Golden Stay With Me Pendant With Link Chain
For the mother who has always led with love.
A radiant pearl drop pendant set in gold-plated 925 silver, designed with an elegant lattice motif that blends timeless romance with modern craftsmanship. From the Barkha Singh x GIVA Glow in Motion collection, this piece celebrates intricate CNC artistry while offering a refined statement for everyday elegance.
Gold Pearl Centred Diamond Earrings
Elegant and timeless, these 18K BIS-hallmarked gold earrings feature a delicate circular motif with a luminous pearl at the centre, accented by sparkling lab-grown diamonds below. Designed for everyday luxury, they blend classic sophistication with modern brilliance, making them a graceful statement for any occasion.
Gold Pearl of Fortune Lab Grown Diamond Pendant
A luminous 14K solid gold pendant crafted with a delicate clover of SGL/IGL certified lab-grown diamonds, centred with a softly glowing pearl. BIS-Hallmarked and built to wear every day without ever losing its radiance, it is quietly charmed and effortlessly elegant. A beautiful piece from the Heer by GIVA pearl jewellery collection, made for the woman who carries her own kind of luck.
A graceful pearl necklace crafted in 925 silver with gold plating, featuring a modern arrangement of freshwater pearls that feels effortlessly timeless. Gentle on sensitive skin and adjustable to 41.5 cm + 5.5 cm, it sits beautifully whether layered or worn alone. A refined piece from GIVA’s Pearl Collection, designed to complement every woman with quiet, classic elegance.
Golden Shailene Pearl Necklace
A stunning freshwater pearl and zircon necklace crafted in 925 silver with gold plating, where soft luminance meets brilliant sparkle in a design that feels like a gift in itself. Gentle on sensitive skin and finished with two delicate charms, it drapes beautifully at 40 cm — most radiant when paired with an elegant dress. A timeless piece from GIVA’s Pearl Collection, thoughtfully made for the woman who deserves to feel truly special.
Gift her something as timeless as she is.
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