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.

The Flemish Government approved a policy effective January 1 2026 allowing Antwerp diamond companies to hire foreign polishers and sorters through faster permits to meet rising demand driven by the US duty advantage.

The recent imposition of steep tariffs by the Trump administration on diamonds imported from India has sent ripples across the US diamond jewellery sector. India being the primary supplier of polished diamonds to America, the world’s largest consumer market, the tariffs have caused supply chain disruptions, and are likely to lead to rising product costs. Prices are expected to go up, once the existing inventory depletes, unless a deal is reached between the US and India. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Paul Zimnisky, renowned diamond industry analyst, to gain insights into the fallout of the tariffs, and how they are reshaping buying behaviour and pricing strategies in the US.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council presented key policy proposals to the Government seeking tax reforms, industry incentives, and regulatory ease to strengthen India’s leadership in diamonds, gold, coloured gemstones, and lab-grown diamonds.

GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali, addressing Prime Minister Modi’s select industry meet, outlined a roadmap to make India the global hub for gems and jewellery with $100 billion exports by 2047.

The global diamond and jewellery trade is rallying to secure an exemption from steep new US import duties that threaten to disrupt supply chains and drive up prices.

International Gemological Institute (India) Limited is gearing up for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), which will open for subscription on December 13, 2024, and close on December 17, 2024

In a significant boost to the gems and jewellery industry, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a reduction in customs duties on precious metals. The customs duty on gold and silver has been slashed from 15% to 6%, while the duty on platinum has been lowered from 15.4% to 6.4%

GJEPC Chairman Shri Vipul Shah presented key recommendations for the gem & jewellery trade at today's pre-budget meeting with Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman

An exclusive gathering of industry leaders in Brazil, 'BSM Brasil 2024' is set to welcome top players from the diamond, jewellery, and precious metals sectors, along with buyer delegations from across South America

GJEPC, the representative body for India's international gem and jewelry trade, has put forth numerous suggestions to the Government in anticipation of the forthcoming budget

To mark the inauguration & commencement of its laboratory in Pune, Tehmasp Printer CEO (International Gemological Institute) welcomed prominent Jewellers to grace this occasion.

India has to lead from the front, is the clarion call of BDB President, Anoop Metha this Independence day

India on the way to become the gem and jewellery manufacturer of choice for the rest of the world, says Colin Shah