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.

GJEPC announced “Quantum Couture” as the theme for Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2026 on 22 January in Mumbai, outlining three design categories and opening entries for industry and student participants nationwide.

KISNA Diamond and Gold Jewellery organized its 10th Diamond Marathon across 57 Indian cities, registering a Guinness World Record attempt to support Swachh Bharat through a coordinated nationwide sporting initiative.

D.P. Jewellers launches a multi-city jewellery exhibition series across Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh from December 2025 to January 2026, targeting festive and wedding demand through category-focused showcases in key markets.

PNG Jewellers opened its first Bihar showroom in Patna on December 7 2025, marking eastward expansion, serving existing regional customers, and increasing its national retail footprint to 65 stores nationwide.

Roberto Coin deepens its US expansion with a Hudson Yards boutique and an upcoming Caesars Palace opening, leveraging its global momentum and strengthened partnership with Watches of Switzerland Group.

The recent imposition of steep tariffs by the Trump administration on diamonds imported from India has sent ripples across the US diamond jewellery sector. India being the primary supplier of polished diamonds to America, the world’s largest consumer market, the tariffs have caused supply chain disruptions, and are likely to lead to rising product costs. Prices are expected to go up, once the existing inventory depletes, unless a deal is reached between the US and India. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Paul Zimnisky, renowned diamond industry analyst, to gain insights into the fallout of the tariffs, and how they are reshaping buying behaviour and pricing strategies in the US.

Indriya by Aditya Birla Jewellery launches a set of region-specific bridal collections drawn from the heritage of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka, to engage brides seeking cultural authenticity and craftsmanship.

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.

GJEPC strengthens India–Botswana bilateral trade ties as its Gujarat leadership and top diamond exporters join President Droupadi Murmu’s official delegation, presenting handcrafted Indian artistry to President Duma Boko during the state visit.

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

This festive season, GIVA is raising the bar for jewellery shopping with the launch of 2-hour fine jewellery delivery from its Bengaluru stores. The service allows customers to receive gold, silver, and lab-grown diamond pieces at their doorstep within just two hours, making last-minute gifting and spontaneous celebrations faster and more convenient than ever.

Kalyan Jewellers Foundation strengthens community health by expanding access to life-saving dialysis care.

In a conversation with Ayesha Vaswani, Shravan Satyani, Co-founder of Tyaani Jewellery by Karan Johar, shares insights into celebrity collaborations, evolving consumer expectations, and why trust and transparency matter more than ever for a new-age fine jewellery brand.