PNG Jewellers on May 13 launched Swarna Swaraj from Pune to promote domestic gold recirculation, lower-karat jewellery adoption and responsible consumption following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal on gold imports.

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.

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.

A South African delegation led by High Commissioner Anil Sooklal visited Bharat Diamond Bourse on April 29, 2026, in Mumbai to discuss strengthening bilateral diamond trade and supply collaboration.

Dholakia Lab Grown Diamond has secured over Rs 800 crore to expand retail operations, increase manufacturing capacity and scale deep-tech diamond applications across jewellery, semiconductor and industrial sectors globally.

Italian Exhibition Group’s Oroarezzo 2026 will bring together jewellery manufacturers, technology suppliers and international buyers in Arezzo from May 9–12, with expanded focus on export diversification and emerging markets.

The Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair will host its 74th edition from September 8–12, 2026 in Bangkok, offering expanded sourcing, manufacturing partnerships, and market access for jewellery retailers and suppliers.

Limelight Laboratory Grown Diamonds will launch 25 stores across metros and Tier 2 cities in Q1 FY26, expanding its network to over 85 stores to strengthen category presence.

Gemological Science International and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC launched a Gem Identification Masterclass in India to address rising coloured gemstone demand and strengthen technical expertise among jewellery professionals through structured training.

Shivam Jewels, a Surat-based diamond manufacturer, has been appointed a De Beers DTC Sightholder in March 2026, marking a rare addition to the list and strengthening India’s presence in primary rough supply.

The ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict is disrupting diamond trade flows, impacting key hubs, delaying shipments, and pressuring logistics; however, the industry is hopeful of things returning to normal once the geopolitical tensions ease, finds out Dhwani Rathod.

FURA Gems has obtained Responsible Jewellery Council certification following an independent audit, aligning its ruby and sapphire operations with global sourcing standards amid rising demand for traceable coloured gemstones.

IIJS Bharat Tritaya 2026 concluded on a measured note, signalling a constructive recalibration. The industry is steadily transitioning from volume-led growth to a more value-driven, strategic approach, navigating global geopolitical shifts and elevated gold prices with greater clarity and intent, reports Khursheed Mistry.

Muthoot Exim marks 100 Gold Point centres in India, strengthening organized gold recycling, increasing domestic supply, reducing import dependence, and planning further expansion over the next two years.