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Exports of gems and jewellery from India, the world’s largest supplier, rose 45 percent in December 2009 compared to December 2008, driven by sales of diamonds. Shipments rose to USD $ 1.89 billion in the month from USD $ 1.3 billion a year earlier, according to data from the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) of India. Exports may rise as much as 5 percent in the year to March 31, 2010 said Vasant Mehta, Chairman of the Council.