Union Budget 2026-27 makes a strong push for MSMEs, with a Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund; besides, it enables faster payments via mandatory TReDS for CPSE purchases. Overall, the Budget emphasizes fiscal prudence, infrastructure creation, and ease of doing business. For a sector navigating global uncertainty, shifting consumer preferences, and rising compliance standards, it is stability that the enabler.

IGI inaugurated its second Jaipur laboratory on January 29, 2026 in Sitapura to expand coloured gemstone testing, improve turnaround times and support manufacturers and exporters across North India.

Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds opened its exclusive store in Coimbatore in January 2026, strengthening its South India network as the brand crossed 50 exclusive stores nationwide to expand lab-grown diamond retail access.

JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds launches the landmark 15th edition of its Brides of India campaign, featuring 22 brides and 10 celebrities, spotlighting India’s culturally rooted bridal craftsmanship and pan-India design versatility for today’s evolved consumers.

Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas enters the Middle East with a flagship in Doha, unveiled alongside Al Darwish Jewellery and inaugurated by global icon Sushmita Sen, marking a key milestone for the Jaipur maison.

GJEPC’s White Paper receives high-level endorsement during President Murmu’s State Visit to Botswana, advancing plans for a direct India–Botswana diamond trade route designed to strengthen MSME access, transparency and bilateral growth.

Mirari launches Mughalnama, a high-jewellery collection inspired by Mughal artistry. Blending carved gemstones, uncut diamonds and modern silhouettes, the line reimagines royal heritage for contemporary global connoisseurs of meaningful luxury.

Candere by Kalyan Jewellers introduces a refined curation of affordable luxury essentials crafted for contemporary professionals, blending minimalist design, elevated craftsmanship, and everyday versatility to redefine what modern, wearable elegance truly looks like.

Zen Diamond, the global fine jewellery powerhouse, opens its latest boutique in Chandigarh’s Nexus Elante Mall, marking its North India debut after successful launches in Mumbai and Bengaluru, blending luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation.

Limelight Diamonds opens first Gandhidham store, sixth in Gujarat, with actor Malhar Thakar at the launch, marking continued expansion of the brand’s lab-grown diamond jewellery retail presence across the state.

Investment-led buying dominates festive season demand, with over 40 tons of gold sold in two days

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 Gemological Science International (GSI) Colored Stone Professional (CSP) Diploma programme recently took its students on an immersive journey to Sri Lanka’s renowned Rakwana Gem Deposit, offering first-hand exposure to gemstone mining, processing, and trading.