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.

De Beers launched The Great Indian Diamond Archive on March 31 in New Delhi, documenting 12 historic diamonds of Indian origin to highlight India’s early role in global diamond mining history.

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.

FURA Gems has obtained Responsible Jewellery Council certification following an independent audit, aligning its ruby and sapphire operations with global sourcing standards amid rising demand for traceable coloured gemstones.

Natural Diamond Council will mark April 8, 2026, as World Diamond Day globally, encouraging industry stakeholders and consumers to share natural diamond stories to strengthen awareness, engagement, and category relevance.

Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers secured IAGES accreditation across 24 stores in Maharashtra and Goa on March 24, 2026, reinforcing compliance, transparency and alignment with industry-led self-regulatory standards.

Divine Solitaires strengthens its partnership with Anopchand Tilokchand Jewellers in Raipur, announced March 18, 2026, to expand solitaire sales by leveraging regional retail strength and rising consumer demand.

Swarovski launched its second capsule collection with Ariana Grande on March 17, 2026, globally, featuring 29 jewellery pieces co-created with Giovanna Engelbert, inspired by nature and fantasy-led design themes.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds will invest Rs 1,580 crore to open 20 showrooms across India by March 2026, expanding to 445 outlets globally and creating 725 jobs.

Addressing the media, GJC announced the dates of the ninth edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show, and also took the opportunity to unveil its new logo and identity.

At IFSCA’s Global Securities Markets Conclave in Mumbai, Artha Bharat Investment Managers said GIFT City could become a global gold fund hub if digital access is supported by legal enforceability and regulatory oversight.

Malabar Group Chairman M.P. Ahammad received the Business Bhushan Award at the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026 in Mumbai, presented by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

International Gemological Institute announced winners of IGI Expressions 2025–26 after receiving more than 1,000 entries from 55 countries, recognizing nine designers across three categories in its global online jewellery design contest.

Sabyasachi High Jewellery has unveiled the Hazaribagh Necklace, a new high-value statement piece featuring coloured gemstones and South Sea pearls, reinforcing brand’s positioning in India’s bridal and couture jewellery market.