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

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.

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.

In order to meet the challenges of the diamond industry head on, De Beers has devised a multi-pronged strategy – the major steps include upping investment in marketing, participating in the Luanda Accord, developing a range of category campaigns, collaborating with key retail partners to grow demand, and investing in branded marketing programmes for its own retail businesses, says David Johnson, VP, Global External Communications, De Beers Group, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.

PureJewels has become the first luxury jeweller in the UK to integrate Hallmarking 2.0 with Digital Product Passports (DPPs), marking a significant milestone for the industry.

KPMG’s India CX Report 2025 offers a goldmine of trade insights. Here’s a glimpse.

Highlights included Govind Bhai Dholakia’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to industry titan, a focus on karigars and sustainability, the potential of blockchain to revolutionise transparency in the jewellery supply chain and the future of the industry

The government’s standard-setting body Bureau of Indian Standards has said that it will not extend April 1 deadline for making six-digit alphanumeric HUID mandatory for gold hallmarked jewellery.

Gemstone miner Greenland Ruby is celebrating its 5th year anniversary with the launch of ‘Rubies from Greenland - Fire Under Ice’ campaign in collaboration with jewellery designer and artist Reena Ahluwalia. The fundraiser is a 'phygital' one, a first of its kind from the gem and jewellery world

The WGC recognises that initiatives like the Gold Bar Integrity Programme require industry-wide collaboration but also significant funding to ensure success, said David tait, CEO, WGC

Over time, this will help consumers, investors, and market participants to trust that their gold is genuine and has been responsibly and sustainably sourced

The jewellery business is an intensely competitive industry segment, and the more choices customers have, the higher are the chances of sales

The Summit consisted of three panel discussions outlining the current state of the industry, challenges faced and the importance of compliance within the industry 

Underscoring the importance of the emerald industry in Colombia, several high-level government officials welcomed delegates from the world gem and jewelry community.