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.

At IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026, jewellers report steady raw material sourcing despite global volatility, with cautious sentiment prevailing; the industry, however, is closely monitoring geopolitical risks and pricing pressures, reports Khursheed Mistry.

Addressing the media, GJC announced the dates of the ninth edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show, and also took the opportunity to unveil its new logo and identity.

Escalating conflict in West Asia has disrupted India’s gem and jewellery trade, halting diamond shipments and logistics through Dubai and threatening exports and rough supply for the country’s $30-billion industry.

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 submitted pre-Budget recommendations to the Finance Ministry in Mumbai on January 14, 2026, seeking duty rationalization, tax reforms and SEZ flexibility to support exports amid global trade pressures.

GJEPC welcomes India’s election as Kimberley Process Chair for 2026, effective January 1, following December 2025 consensus approval, reinforcing India’s role in governing global rough diamond trade.

Shringar House of Mangalsutra Limited was recognized by Indriya, Aditya Birla Group’s fine jewellery brand, on December 22 2025, in Mumbai for long-term strategic manufacturing alignment and innovation focus.

The global diamond and jewellery trade is rallying to secure an exemption from steep new US import duties that threaten to disrupt supply chains and drive up prices.

India's largest jeweller and watchmaker Titan is considering relocating part of its manufacturing operations to the Middle East, aiming to preserve low-tariff access to the U.S. market in the face of mounting trade frictions between Washington and New Delhi.

Fashion-forward jewellery label AMAMA has secured $1 million in fresh funding from Mistry Ventures, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey.

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The U.S. government's decision to impose a 27% reciprocal tariff on Indian gem and jewellery exports has raised concerns within the industry. The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) warns that this move could disrupt trade flows, burden exporters, and reshape global supply chains. While urging the U.S. to uphold its strong trade ties with India, GJEPC calls for a Bilateral Trade Agreement to mitigate the impact and ensure long-term stability for the sector

Demi-fine jewellery, which lies between fine jewellery and fashion jewellery, has grown into a significant market category, gaining traction among millennials and Gen Z, and redefining how jewellery is designed, marketed, and worn