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.

Senco Gold & Diamonds on February 2, 2026 in Kolkata launched ‘The Shape of You’, introducing face-shape analysis in stores and its app to guide jewellery selection decisions.

The EU-India FTA offers a significant boost to India’s gems and jewellery industry through reduced tariffs, easier market access, and improved competitiveness in Europe. The pact is expected to accelerate exports, attract investment, strengthen manufacturing, and reinforce India’s position as a trusted global sourcing hub for premium jewellery, says Suneeta Kaul.

Palmonas’ latest campaign reflects how jewellery marketing is being reworked through narrative-led celebrity use, product-first communication, and lower entry price points, as brands align messaging with everyday consumption habits.

GJEPC launched JewelStart on January 12, 2026, in Mumbai at IIJS Bharat Signature to create a structured incubation and acceleration platform supporting innovation, startups, and MSMEs across the gem and jewellery value chain.

At IIJS Bharat Signature 2026, designers point to lightweight couture, standout gemstone statements, and modernized classics as key directions shaping the next phase of high-end jewellery, discovers Dhwani Rathod.

As digital platforms reshape how jewellery brands are discovered, retailers and manufacturers face a growing gap between their physical experience and online identity — often shaping customer perception long before the first visit.

GJEPC Kolkata began a four-day Customs Training Program on December 1 2025 at the International Air Cargo Complex to enhance appraiser expertise and improve gem and jewellery export procedures.

Today’s bride is rewriting the rules of bridal jewellery. She values individuality over tradition, versatility over volume, and emotional meaning over excess — creating a major shift in how retailers and manufacturers design, curate, and sell.

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.

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.

In a move aimed at strengthening education and transparency within the evolving diamond industry, the Lab-Grown Diamond & Jewellery Promotion Council (LGDJPC) has appointed Rahul Desai, Managing Director and CEO of the International Institute of Gemology (IIG), as its Honorary Education Director.

Zen Diamond, a leading name in natural diamond jewellery, is proud to partner with the Natural Diamond Council (NDC), a global organization dedicated to promoting natural diamonds and responsible sourcing

In a conversation with Ayesha Vaswani, Shravan Satyani, Co-founder of Tyaani Jewellery by Karan Johar, shares insights into celebrity collaborations, evolving consumer expectations, and why trust and transparency matter more than ever for a new-age fine jewellery brand.