GSI has outlined how diamond screening challenges have evolved over the past decade, citing increased laboratory-grown diamond volumes, mounted jewellery verification requirements and the need for consistent product integrity protocols.

Canada-based visual artist Reena Ahluwalia frames the “Century Question”: How does a diamond’s legacy survive the hand that currently holds it?

Platinum Guild International India launches Platinum Season of Love 2026 from April 17 to May 31 across India, aiming to drive platinum jewellery demand through retail partnerships, branded collections and marketing campaigns.

Raj Diamonds launches an Akshaya Tritiya campaign in Bangalore on April 13, 2026, showcasing Ruby Splendour and Ancient Splendour collections, highlighting bridal design narratives and in-house manufacturing capabilities.

De Beers Group highlights growing adoption of natural diamonds as daily wear in India on World Diamond Day, driven by self-purchase trends and increasing demand across Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets.

Natural Diamond Council launched World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, with participation across India and globally to promote natural diamond storytelling, industry engagement, and consumer connection.

Divine Solitaires introduced 4–9 pointer diamonds meeting its 123-parameter standards at GJS 2026, Mumbai, following six months of R&D, targeting growing demand for precision-crafted lightweight diamond jewellery.

De Beers launched The Great Indian Diamond Archive on March 31 in New Delhi, documenting 12 historic diamonds of Indian origin to highlight India’s early role in global diamond mining history.

Organizers of the 41st World Diamond Congress, scheduled for July 12–15, 2026 in Singapore, have outlined five panel themes addressing markets, geopolitics, demand, and generational shifts in the industry.

De Beers and Sotheby’s unveiled a 28.88-carat Type IIa diamond from Jwaneng, set for Hong Kong auction, underscoring rarity, provenance and sustained demand for high-value natural diamonds in Asia.

Antwerp World Diamond Centre held a public awareness initiative on March 10, 2026 at Antwerpen-Centraal station, highlighting risks of misrepresentation in diamond jewellery sales and calling for clearer disclosure standards.

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.

Despite a sharp contraction in shipments to the United States, India’s gems and jewellery exports show resilience, supported by strong growth in the UAE, Hong Kong and emerging global markets.

Buying activity softened as laboratory-grown diamonds and gold prices reshaped loose diamond trade dynamics at IIJS Bharat Signature 2026. Exhibitors observed slower conversions, but continued relevance, for natural diamonds, reports Khursheed Mistry.