The Forum on KP Dialogue 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, under India’s Kimberley Process Chairmanship 2026, discussed issues such as credibility, consumer confidence, compliance, and the evolving future of responsible natural diamonds, reports Khursheed Mistry.

Aisshpra Gems & Jewels launched its 16th showroom in Jaunpur on May 7, expanding its Uttar Pradesh retail network and introducing its “Jewel Story” lightweight diamond jewellery collection to the region.

The KP Dialogue Forum will be held in Mumbai on May 10, 2026, bringing together global diamond industry stakeholders to discuss credibility, consumer confidence and compliance across the supply chain.

Gargi by PNGS expanded its retail network in April 2026 with four new outlets across Kolkata, Gwalior, Amravati and New Delhi as part of its FY27 growth strategy.

Sennes, from Senco Gold & Diamonds, opened its first Delhi store on April 28, 2026, at DLF Midtown Plaza, Moti Nagar, expanding its retail network and product categories including lab-grown diamonds, perfumes and leather goods.

Jos Alukkas announced a partnership with M4Marry on April 27, 2026, in Mumbai to extend its ‘Second Sunrises’ campaign, targeting individuals seeking second marriages through content, platform integration, and outreach.

Kalyan Jewellers opened a new showroom in Gondia, Maharashtra on April 15, 2026, expanding its retail network with multiple collections, BIS hallmarked jewellery, and limited-period making charge offers.

Senco Gold & Diamonds opened its Laxminagar store in Nagpur on April 11, 2026, marking its 10th outlet in Maharashtra, with actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar attending the launch event.

Forevermark Diamond Jewellery opened a new store in Patna on April 6, 2026, with Neetu Chandra inaugurating the outlet to strengthen regional presence and meet rising demand.

GJC will host the 9th GJS from April 4–7 in Mumbai with over 400 exhibitors, Manthan conclave, Mindspeak seminars, and Chief Guest Chandrashekhar Bawankule anchoring the opening.

Litestyle by PNG launched three new stores in March 2026 across Nashik, Ghatkopar and Mulund, expanding its retail presence to target young, working consumers with lightweight gold and diamond jewellery offerings.

The Gemological Institute of America opened a new Taiwan campus on March 29, 2026, offering Chinese-language Graduate Gemologist education to expand regional access and support industry workforce development.

Aurya Diamonds launched its lab-grown diamond brand in India on March 28, 2026, opening a Bengaluru gallery to target demand for ethical, transparent jewellery among emerging middle and upper-middle consumers.

Sagaramal Jewellers has inaugurated a new showroom at Jagdeo Path, Patna, on March 15, expanding its retail footprint in Bihar with a larger format store offering gold, diamond, and bridal jewellery collections.