Escalating conflict in West Asia has disrupted India’s gem and jewellery trade, halting diamond shipments and logistics through Dubai and threatening exports and rough supply for the country’s $30-billion industry.

Senco Gold & Diamonds opened its first Ambikapur store on January 27, expanding to four outlets in Chhattisgarh, to increase retail reach across Surguja and surrounding regional jewellery markets.

Concerns have emerged among African diamond-producing countries over India’s 2026 Kimberley Process chairmanship, following unresolved reform debates and procedural outcomes after the November 2025 plenary in Dubai.

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.

DMCC unveils a record-setting 1,971kg silver bar at DPMC, partnering with Sam Precious Metals, Tokinvest and Brink’s to introduce the world’s first regulated tokenisation of a Guinness-recognised precious metal asset.

Senco Gold Ltd posts robust growth in Q2 and H1 FY26, driven by record Rs 1,700+ crore Dhanteras sales, strong showroom expansion, higher stud ratio, and improved profitability despite volatile gold prices.

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.

Festive demand during Diwali and Dhanteras propels Senco Gold & Diamonds to its highest monthly sales ever, overcoming record gold prices with strong design-led collections, positive sentiment, and strategic offers.

India’s gem and jewellery exports record a steady recovery in the first half of FY2025–26, witnessing a growth of 3.66% to US$14.09 billion between April and September 2025 compared to US$13.60 billion in the same period last year

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

Parth Fine Jewels has won the Best Bridal Bracelet/Cuff award at WADA Awards Season 2 for its signature “Dance of the Dolphins” cuff, a design that celebrates artistry, environmental storytelling, and technical mastery.

Sharjah’s 56th Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show opened with a glittering highlight: the “Dubai Dress,” a 10 kg 21 karat gold gown that set a Guinness World Record as the heaviest gold dress. The expo features over 500 exhibitors, 1,800 designers, and showcases luxury watches, diamonds, and gemstone jewellery from around the world.

India's largest jeweller and watchmaker Titan is considering relocating part of its manufacturing operations to the Middle East, aiming to preserve low-tariff access to the U.S. market in the face of mounting trade frictions between Washington and New Delhi.

In a bold move to accelerate growth while trimming debt, Kalyan Jewellers has announced plans to open 170 new stores in FY 2025–26, leveraging the franchise model for both domestic and overseas expansion.