Natural Desert diamonds dominated the BAFTA Awards 2026 red carpet in London on February 23, worn by leading actors, signalling growing cultural and stylistic momentum for warm-toned natural diamonds.

De Beers presented “Voyage Through the Diamond Realm” at India Art Fair 2026 in New Delhi on 6 February, collaborating with Lakshmi Madhavan to explore diamonds’ geological origins and material heritage.

India’s Economic Survey FY25–26 outlines how the gems and jewellery sector shaped exports, gold imports, inflation and lending, highlighting diversification gains and rising macro pressures for policymakers and industry.

DITP and GIT announced the 73rd Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair, to be held February 22–26, 2026 in Bangkok, with expanded exhibition space and trade value projected to exceed $ 150 million.

India adopts IS 19469:2025 on January 15, 2026, reserving the term “diamond” exclusively for natural diamonds, mandating clear disclosure for laboratory-grown diamonds to address consumer confusion and standardize trade practices.

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.

PC Totuka & Sons launches Pret Jewels by PC Totuka in 2026, introducing a Navratna-focused jewellery brand aimed at Middle East consumers, extending its offering into a new retail market.

BIS has notified IS 19469:2025 in Mumbai, adopting the ISO diamond disclosure norms, following the GJEPC initiative, to strengthen consumer transparency as India’s diamond jewellery demand expands nationwide.

PNG Jewellers has appointed Sara Tendulkar as brand ambassador for Litestyle by PNG in December 2025, supporting the brand’s next growth phase and expansion into younger consumer-led jewellery retail markets.

VBJ Since 1900 unveiled the MS Dhoni Signature ‘Lucky 7’ Bracelet in Chennai on 11 December 2025, created under PGI’s Men of Platinum initiative to expand men’s platinum jewellery offerings.

GIVA activated a nationwide on-ground campaign from December 10 2025 to drive participation in its Exchange Fest, using transit media, mall installations and hyperlocal outreach to increase store footfall and consumer engagement.

Senco unveils its new 'Vivaah' Wedding Collection, blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary bridal aesthetics, supported by a nationwide campaign starring Kiara Advani and special festive offers for wedding-season shoppers.

With over 1,000 global leaders in attendance, DMCC launches FinX — an integrated ecosystem connecting commodities, capital markets and fintech — reinforcing Dubai’s growing influence in physical and digital precious metals trade.

Jos Alukkas launches Shubha Mangalyam, a bridal jewellery collection blending South Indian temple artistry with contemporary finesse, unveiled by brand ambassador Keerthy Suresh, celebrating heritage, craftsmanship, and wedding tradition.