One week more, and the whole nation will gear up to celebrate the unblemished bond of love between a brother and a sister! This bond is said to be one of the deepest and most imposing of human emotions. Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi is a unique time to celebrate this affecting link by tying a holy thread around the wrist. This thread may look quite ordinary but as per the beliefs it throbs with sisterly love and magnificent emotions. Rakhi is not symbolic of sisterly love but is also a bond of protection, a bond of promise made by the brother that no matter what he will always guard his sister against the odds of the world.

You can even call it as a bond that signifies that the strong should defend the frail from all that’s evil. Talking about the custom and tradition followed for Rakhi, as per the Hindu mythology it is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan. On this day sisters tie the sacred Rakhi string on their brothers’ right wrists, thereby praying for their long life. This ritual not only beefs up the bond of love between brothers and sisters, but also surpasses the restrictions of the family. It is said that when Rakhi is tied on the wrists of close friends and neighbors, it emphasizes the call for a pleasant social life, where every individual has the right to co-exist serenely as brothers and sisters. All members of the society entrust to guard each other Read the rest of this entry…

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Indian Gems and Jewellery Industry got more strengthen in Asia and in rest of the world with the grand opening of the second edition of the India International Jewellery (IIJW) Week 2011 on 31st August 2011. In Aisa it is the first jewellery week of its kind and is organised by the Gem and Jewellery Promotion Council (GJEPC).

The event was inaugurated with complete style and glamour including the gathering of renowned personalities – Shri Subodh Kant Sahai, Honorable Minister of Tourism, Govt. Of India, IIJW Brand Ambassador, Sonam Kapoor at the Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, and leading jewellery manufacturing companies.

The Chairman of GJEPC Rajiv Jain says, “This year, we will be graced by the presence of Fabrice Martelli of Boucheron & Yasmina Khoudja of Harry Winston who will be a part of our esteemed guest list. IIJW is a milestone event set to establish Brand India as the as THE “Jewellery Design Destination” for Asia and the rest of the world.”

IIJW is considered as a great platform which provides recognition to India’s heritage of complicate and delicate jewellery of yesteryears. Moreover the evolution in designs done on IIJW is the blend of classic sensibilities of the past with the more recent and fashionable approach. This year it will display large number of design houses that is the most talented 35 designers who will introduce global design trends for the current season. Mr. Jain says, “For the Indian gem and jewellery industry this is history in the making”.

Shri Subodh Kant Sahai, Minister of State for Tourism said “Jewellery has been one of the Read the rest of this entry…

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One doesn’t need any particular reason when it comes to complement the apparels with the best matching accessory, however, the joy just doubles if there gets a motive attached to it.

Buying jewellery on any festive occasion, anniversary or even for a wedding function is generally what is being followed by one and all. But the pleasure would get double if you have the chance of buying some scintillating gemstone jewellery that too based on the stone of your Birth month. For all those, who are born in the month of August, can boastfully adore the refreshing peridot as the birthstone!!

Peridot is the August birthstone and the gem chosen for the 16th wedding anniversary. The refreshing and soothing tones of peridot can capture the attention of any around. It is a stone with a dazzling pastel green color. It is even found in lime, yellowish green, olive green or medium dark green shades.

The beauty of peridot lies in its lustrous look that only makes it a delight for the wearer but also soothes the eyes of the beholder. It not only looks elegant but also goes well with most of your dresses in your closet. Yet another good point about the refreshing stone is that it is easily available in almost all sizes and a variety of shapes.

The vibrant green luster of the peridot, with just a minor clue of gold, is the ideal gemstone color to go with that light summer wardrobe of yours. It imparts a magnificent variation to the color range of green gemstones. And nowadays, the gemstone is not only used in unique form but is also mingled with other gemstones to bring in the desired look and aura of sophistication in the designed pieces.

As you can see how the world of fashion is discovering the magic of green these days, peridot lovers are also Read the rest of this entry…

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The Gems and jewellery sector holds a huge market in India and in abroad as well. This market takes in various kinds of jewels embracing gold, colored gemstones, silver, platinum and diamonds. According to a report “Indian Gems and Jewellery Market Forecast to 2013,” by research firm RNCOS, the gems and jewellery sector is projected to record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13 per cent between years 2011 to 2013.

As per the report, the growth rate of the gems and jewellery industry in India held at 15 per cent, while the domestic jewellery market was worth US$ 16-18 billion. And when the talk of exports is raised, this sector comprises of more than 12 per cent of the total exported products. The Indian export revenue is tending to increase by US$ 25-35 billion by the year 2015. The rapid sale of jewelries, especially of gold, has helped the gems and jewellery industry in India to flourish at this rapid rate. Besides this, people are also increasing their assets by investing their money in gold as a future security so it can be converted in cash during hard times. Moreover, India has came up as an immense place for diamond processing which would definitely in turn results as a great source of revenue.

Gold is considered as the primary raw material for making jewellery in India. So it is deemed as the most dominating substance and its industry holds 80 per cent share in gems and jewellery sector and rest 20 percent is followed by diamonds and gemstones industry. In 2007 gold had a market share of US$ 12.24 billion (Rs 550 crores), while diamond had a market share of US$ 2.56 billion (Rs 115 crores).

According to the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham), the gems and jewellery industry in India is predicted to record a turnover of Rs.2.13 lakh crore Read the rest of this entry…

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Ruby is the birthstone of July month; it is a red colored gemstone which falls in the category of the costly gemstones. This stone is suggested for the ones who are in seek of healthy and wealthy lifestyle. Wearer of the unblemished ruby enjoys wealth and property and is blessed with children. Person who adores this stone becomes fearless, and is protected from adversities, sorrow and disasters. He becomes virile and his will power and spirit is strengthened. He occupies a respected position in the society. However it is advised that one should not go for defective or one with a black hue ruby gemstone as it adversely effects and brings troubles for the wearer.

If the stone is dull, the wearer’s brother gets into distress. Double colored ruby causes distress to the native and his father. The stone with a red sign causes quarrels and disputes. The gemstone with four spots or signs creates fear from wounds and weapons. If ruby is dusty colored it causes stomach disorders and childlessness. If there is a depression on the stone, the wearer suffers from ill health and loses vitality and stamina. If the ruby is inflicted with many flaws it may even bring death. It is also believed that if the stone loses its color, the wearer is about to become Read the rest of this entry…

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