The EU-India FTA offers a significant boost to India’s gems and jewellery industry through reduced tariffs, easier market access, and improved competitiveness in Europe. The pact is expected to accelerate exports, attract investment, strengthen manufacturing, and reinforce India’s position as a trusted global sourcing hub for premium jewellery, says Suneeta Kaul.

As bridal tastes evolve, and retail cycles shorten, India’s polki industry is being redesigned for lighter wear, faster movement and commercial relevance, transforming a heritage craft into a modern retail category, says Dhwani Rathod.

In spite of an 8.76% dip in cut and polished diamond exports during April-November 2025, GJEPC remains optimistic about India’s export performance in 2026. The Council is looking forward to the BTA with the US, and should that take longer than expected, it will take all necessary measures in coordination with the government and stakeholders to support exports, and ensure continued growth, says Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.

Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds announces an Rs 250 Crore fundraise in Mumbai to add in-house diamond growing and manufacturing, supporting retail expansion and a target of 200 stores by 2027.

IGI launches the 5th edition of its global design contest, inviting creators worldwide to interpret oceanic mystery through jewellery, with free entry, nine cash prizes, and expert jury recognition.

SAFA Gold & Diamonds has outlined a Rs 4,000 crore expansion strategy to scale its retail footprint to 350 stores by 2030, strengthening its position across India and key international markets.

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 captures how jewellers continue to illuminate the nation’s economy and imagination

Gemological Science International (GSI) has launched a state-of-the-art gemological laboratory in Kolkata, strategically located near the city’s jewellery hub on Camac Street, bringing its globally recognised expertise and technology-driven certification services to the eastern region of India.

The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), the world’s largest diamond exchange, celebrated Krishna Janmashtami with a lively Dahi Handi competition, bringing together its security and housekeeping staff in a spirited display of teamwork, tradition, and camaraderie.

India’s apparel and jewellery exporters are preparing for a potential decline in U.S. orders following the imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian imports by the United States, which takes effect today.

India’s gems and jewellery exports took a significant hit in June 2025, recording a 14.25% year-on-year decline amid ongoing global economic challenges and geopolitical uncertainty

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) marked Van Mahotsav, India’s annual festival of trees, with a celebration that wove together environmental awareness, creative expression, and a reaffirmation of the institute’s commitment to sustainability.

Zen Diamond, an international diamond jewellery brand, is scaling up its India presence with an ambitious plan to open 100 stores nationwide by 2030. Backed by a Rs.100 crore investment, the brand will focus on premium mall locations, beginning with metro cities before expanding to tier-II markets

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) reaffirmed its commitment to design education and industry collaboration through its continued association with the 14th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA), organised by the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) in partnership with the World Gold Council.