IJ Power List 2026 honours the leaders redefining Indian jewellery retail through governance, innovation, cultural stewardship, and disciplined growth—celebrating visionaries shaping the industry’s future with clarity, credibility, and conviction.

Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds accelerates retail and supply-chain growth with capital infusion and vertical integration to capitalize on booming Indian LGD demand.

De Beers presented “Voyage Through the Diamond Realm” at India Art Fair 2026 in New Delhi on 6 February, collaborating with Lakshmi Madhavan to explore diamonds’ geological origins and material heritage.

Kalyan Jewellers has unveiled a Valentine’s Day jewellery edit featuring heart-inspired pendants, rings and bracelets, positioned as gifting options celebrating love, connection and self-expression across everyday wear categories.

Senco Gold & Diamonds has launched its ‘Elements of Love’ campaign in February 2026 across India, introducing a Valentine’s-focused diamond jewellery edit aimed at seasonal gifting demand.

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.

Jos Alukkas launched its ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ brand campaign on January 10, 2026, featuring Dulquer Salmaan, Keerthy Suresh and Suhasini Maniratnam, reflecting contemporary wedding decision-making and shared celebrations.

Mavitrra has launched a new wedding jewellery collection inspired by spiritual symbolism, reflecting traditional Indian bridal aesthetics while reinforcing the brand’s focus on culturally rooted design narratives.

Harit Zaveri Jewellers introduced its 14kt Polki Edit in December 2025, expanding its polki jewellery offerings with lightweight designs positioned for weddings, parties and occasion-led demand across retail markets.

International Institute of Gemology has launched Diamond Fundamentals, an educational book by CEO Rahul Desai, unveiled at Hari Krishna Exports, introducing storytelling-led learning to diamond education.

VBJ Since 1900 unveiled the MS Dhoni Signature ‘Lucky 7’ Bracelet in Chennai on 11 December 2025, created under PGI’s Men of Platinum initiative to expand men’s platinum jewellery offerings.

De Beers India introduced a new Intention Pendant range for 2026, featuring natural diamond designs across multiple gold options, positioned as symbolic jewellery pieces ahead of the New Year period.

IGI launches the 5th edition of its global design contest, inviting creators worldwide to interpret oceanic mystery through jewellery, with free entry, nine cash prizes, and expert jury recognition.

Senco unveils its new 'Vivaah' Wedding Collection, blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary bridal aesthetics, supported by a nationwide campaign starring Kiara Advani and special festive offers for wedding-season shoppers.