HRD Antwerp launched its globally recognized diamond, gemmology and jewellery education programmes in Mumbai on January 13, 2026, to expand access to structured, internationally aligned professional training in India.

Kalyan Jewellers, on January 13, 2026, announced an association as the Official Style Partner of RCB Women for Women’s T20 League 2026, aligning visibility with the team’s season campaign in India.

GJEPC launched JewelStart on January 12, 2026, in Mumbai at IIJS Bharat Signature to create a structured incubation and acceleration platform supporting innovation, startups, and MSMEs across the gem and jewellery value chain.

Poonam Soni launched the Brace-Watch in Mumbai in December 2025, collaborating with artist Nawaz Modi Singhania to introduce a trademarked bracelet-watch format expanding her collectible jewellery portfolio.

Jos Alukkas launched its ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ brand campaign on January 10, 2026, featuring Dulquer Salmaan, Keerthy Suresh and Suhasini Maniratnam, reflecting contemporary wedding decision-making and shared celebrations.

African Diamond Producers Association congratulates India on assuming Kimberley Process chairmanship for 2026, counters African Diamond Council objections, and confirms cooperation plans, with International Diamond Manufacturers Association amplifying the position.

Day two of IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai, was marked by the formal inauguration of the venue, and new collection launches focused on lightweight gold jewellery.

Forevermark Diamond Jewellery opened De Beers Group’s largest flagship store in Mumbai on January 8, 2026, strengthening its India retail strategy and marking the launch of the new Icon Collection.

Dassani Brothers launched its Varnika diamond jewellery collection at IIJS Signature 2026 in Mumbai, marking the brand’s entry into contemporary design-led diamond offerings while expanding its product portfolio for retailers.

Tanishq has appointed actor Ananya Panday as its brand face and announced the return of its Festival of Diamonds campaign, highlighting natural diamond jewellery assortments and promotional offers across stores and online platforms.

IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 opened at JWCC, Mumbai, bringing together industry leaders, and 1,600 exhibitors and global buyers; with a focus on exports, product launches, and knowledge sessions, the show is likely to set the tone for the industry for the rest of the year.

Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand by Kalyan Jewellers, expanded its Maharashtra retail presence on January 5, 2026, with new stores in Kandivali, Nashik and Kolhapur to strengthen market reach.

Mavitrra has launched a new wedding jewellery collection inspired by spiritual symbolism, reflecting traditional Indian bridal aesthetics while reinforcing the brand’s focus on culturally rooted design narratives.

GJEPC’s IIJS Bharat–Signature 2026 will be held in Mumbai from January 8–12 across two venues, bringing exhibitors and global buyers together to set early-year sourcing and business direction.