The objective of Gemological Science International (GSI) is not just to issue reports, but to help the trade build credibility with its customers through transparent and consistent certification, and ensure that certification, testing and education remain aligned with how the jewellery business is actually conducted on the ground, says Ramit Kapur, Managing Director, GSI, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

HRD Antwerp opened a new certification laboratory in Hyderabad on January 31, 2026, to expand regional access to diamond and jewellery grading services for manufacturers and retailers in South India.

Following the announcement of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali outlined its expected impact on exports, employment and market diversification for India’s gem and jewellery sector.

IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 sees selective demand, cautious capital deployment, and a clear move towards lightweight, lower-ticket jewellery, says Arpit Kala.

Kanakratna Exim Private Limited has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of a dedicated 14KT precious gold jewellery category, targeting demand for lightweight, durable and cost-efficient gold jewellery.

IIGJ Lab, a GJEPC initiative, has revised its ruby treatment terminology to match leading global gemmological practices, simplifying clarity-enhancement descriptions and strengthening transparency for gemstone manufacturers, traders, and retailers across India.

In a move aimed at strengthening education and transparency within the evolving diamond industry, the Lab-Grown Diamond & Jewellery Promotion Council (LGDJPC) has appointed Rahul Desai, Managing Director and CEO of the International Institute of Gemology (IIG), as its Honorary Education Director.

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 three-floor store in Sigra strengthens the brand’s presence in eastern Uttar Pradesh and brings its Gorakhpur legacy closer to a growing local clientele

The proposed move of the Government of India to label LGDs as “synthetic” has caused a furore, with the LGD segment saying this would not only be unfair, it would greatly damage the credibility of a sector that produces and retails grown diamonds, which are identical to mined diamonds. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Vidita Kochar of Jewelbox, a prominent LGD player, to understand the ramifications of such a proposal.

The Hyderabad International Jewellery Show (HIJS) 2024, South India’s premier B2B jewellery exhibition, will be held from June 21 to 23 at the GMR Arena near the Hyderabad airport

Fura Gems introduces 'celebration sapphires' mine-to-market program in Indian market

Jan 12, 2024 signifies a momentous occasion as the esteemed Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the commencement of the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC at the SEEPZ SEZ in Mumbai in virtual mode (remotely). This momentous event is a testament to the Government's commitment to driving innovation, economic growth, and technological advancement.

In a dazzling display of opulence and ingenuity, the diamond industry's foremost event, the IGI 17th D Show, recently unfolded its grandeur, illuminating new pathways for business growth and innovation