Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds launched its first Andhra Pradesh store in Visakhapatnam in February 2026, inaugurated by Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, expanding retail presence across emerging South Indian markets.

Bhima Jewellery opened a new showroom in Sector 18, Noida on February 8, 2026, marking its continued pan-India retail expansion as the company enters its centenary phase.

Namibia signed the Luanda Accord in Cape Town on February 9, 2026, while GJEPC and DMCC agreed pathways toward Natural Diamond Council membership to support global natural diamond marketing efforts.

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.

Divine Solitaires outlines its India strategy to position natural diamond solitaires for proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, self-purchase and Mangalsutra ceremonies, aiming to expand repeat-purchase opportunities for jewellery retailers.

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.

Concerns have emerged among African diamond-producing countries over India’s 2026 Kimberley Process chairmanship, following unresolved reform debates and procedural outcomes after the November 2025 plenary in Dubai.

ASIS International Mumbai Chapter conducted its AGM and Chapter Meet 2025 at Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai, bringing security and risk professionals together for governance updates, discussions on resilience, and leadership transition.

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.

GJEPC initiates a nationwide workshop series beginning at Mumbai’s Zaveri Bazaar, offering practical guidance on export processes, compliance, and government support to help MSMEs and non-exporting members tap global jewellery markets.

Bharat Diamond Bourse strengthened its focus on global compliance by hosting the RJC Roadshow, where international experts guided diamantaires on updated standards, assurance systems, and ESG-led responsible practices shaping the diamond value chain.

The JJS–IJ Design Awards Jury Meet evaluated 135 finalists from 834 entries across 30 cities, unveiling new categories that reflect India’s evolving design landscape.

The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India and APSSDC have formalized a partnership to roll out structured training, upskilling and RPL initiatives across Andhra Pradesh, strengthening workforce capabilities and enhancing employment opportunities in key jewellery clusters.

Hari Krishna Exports brings together 28 couples in its annual Mass Wedding Festival at HK Hub, reinforcing its longstanding commitment to social responsibility, community welfare, and dignified new beginnings for families.