GIA President and CEO Pritesh Patel will participate in a fireside chat at the 41st World Diamond Congress in Singapore on July 14, discussing strategy, research, education and provenance initiatives.

Founded by Pooja Duggal, Escape Privé has launched in India with a portfolio of laboratory-grown diamond jewellery in real gold, targeting consumers seeking ethically sourced and travel-friendly designs.

Canada-based visual artist Reena Ahluwalia frames the “Century Question”: How does a diamond’s legacy survive the hand that currently holds it?

Jaipur-based jewellery manufacturer Brij will present its D Standard collection at JCK Las Vegas 2026, combining flexible Nitinol technology with natural diamond jewellery to strengthen its international market positioning.

The Forum on KP Dialogue 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, under India’s Kimberley Process Chairmanship 2026, discussed issues such as credibility, consumer confidence, compliance, and the evolving future of responsible natural diamonds, reports Khursheed Mistry.

The KP Dialogue Forum will be held in Mumbai on May 10, 2026, bringing together global diamond industry stakeholders to discuss credibility, consumer confidence and compliance across the supply chain.

P.C. Totuka & Sons participated as Official Fine Jewellery Partner at Palace Privé by Robb Report India, held April 8–9, 2025, at Jai Vilas Palace, Gwalior, showcasing heritage craftsmanship.

Kalyan Jewellers launched a Poila Boishakh digital campaign in Kolkata on April 14, 2025, featuring Ritabhari Chakraborty to highlight Bengali cultural heritage, craftsmanship and jewellery’s generational significance.

Bharat Diamond Bourse organized a Leadership Series session in Mumbai featuring MUBRI President Ali Pastorini and WGC India CEO Sachin Jain, addressing Latin America demand, trade barriers, and domestic market outlook.

Natural Diamond Council launched World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, with participation across India and globally to promote natural diamond storytelling, industry engagement, and consumer connection.

GIA has appointed John Cowley as CFO effective April 6, 2026, succeeding David Tearle, who will retire June 30 after 17 years, ensuring leadership continuity and financial oversight.

GJC will host the 9th GJS from April 4–7 in Mumbai with over 400 exhibitors, Manthan conclave, Mindspeak seminars, and Chief Guest Chandrashekhar Bawankule anchoring the opening.

The Gemological Institute of America opened a new Taiwan campus on March 29, 2026, offering Chinese-language Graduate Gemologist education to expand regional access and support industry workforce development.

Uniform Object has introduced CARBON FORM, a new jewellery collection developed since Summer 2024, combining carbon-based materials, 18-karat gold and gemstones, targeting contrast-driven design across global retail channels.