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.

Selective buying defined the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2026 as Southeast Asian and Indian buyers dominated attendance, large diamonds and coloured gemstones saw demand, while overall market sentiment remained cautious.

Kumari Fine Jewellery is hosting a Women’s Day showcase on 5–6 March 2026 at Parinee Crescenzo, BKC, Mumbai, presenting lightweight gold jewellery centred on self-purchased milestones and financial independence.

The International Institute of Gemology organized a two-day industrial visit to Surat, covering diamond processing, technology integration and jewellery manufacturing to align academic training with industry practices.

As bridal tastes evolve, and retail cycles shorten, India’s polki industry is being redesigned for lighter wear, faster movement and commercial relevance, transforming a heritage craft into a modern retail category, says Dhwani Rathod.

IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 sees selective demand, cautious capital deployment, and a clear move towards lightweight, lower-ticket jewellery, says Arpit Kala.

PC Totuka & Sons launches Pret Jewels by PC Totuka in 2026, introducing a Navratna-focused jewellery brand aimed at Middle East consumers, extending its offering into a new retail market.

Actor Shilpa Shetty has launched a mangalsutra bracelet collection co-designed with Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds in India, using Type IIa lab-grown diamonds, positioning tradition-led designs for contemporary, everyday wear.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds launches the landmark 15th edition of its Brides of India campaign, featuring 22 brides and 10 celebrities, spotlighting India’s culturally rooted bridal craftsmanship and pan-India design versatility for today’s evolved consumers.

With Elevé Diamonds, heritage house Tibarumal Jewels expands into the lab-grown category, combining artisanal legacy with CVD innovation to target modern consumers and global markets through certified quality, relatable luxury, and contemporary retail expansion.

The audacious heist at the Louvre in France, targeting a priceless collection of high jewellery, has sent shockwaves across the global luxury industry. Beyond the brazenness of the act, the incident has ignited concerns about security and trust in the world of haute joaillerie.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has officially operationalised the procedure for the import and export of gems and jewellery through personal carriage at the Air Cargo Complex (ACC), Jaipur and Jaipur International Airport.

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

When Prada introduced a pair of Kolhapuri-style chappals in its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection — labelled simply as “leather sandals”, and priced at Rs.1.16 lakh — it reinforced a familiar pattern for anyone working in the Indian jewellery industry