India’s gem and jewellery exports increased 26.51% year-on-year to $2.21 billion in June 2026, driven by stronger global demand, lower gold prices and growth across key product categories.

P N Gadgil & Sons has introduced its monthly ‘Dagina Maharashtra-cha’ series, beginning with ‘Waricha Suvarnasaj’, a handcrafted gold creation inspired by Maharashtra’s Wari pilgrimage, unveiled in Pune on July 20.

Zen Diamond India has presented its Tören Collection featuring natural diamonds with sapphires, rubies and emeralds in yellow and rose gold, highlighting five jewellery designs for the monsoon season.

Harit Zaveri Jewellers has introduced Saanjh, a 22 KT gold bridal jewellery collection in July 2026, featuring polki, kundan and temple-inspired designs for contemporary bridal preferences and occasions.

Mumbai flagged off its first jewellery export consignment to the UK on July 15 under the India–UK CETA, marking nationwide shipments expected to benefit exporters through zero-duty market access.

Ahead of the India-UK CETA taking effect on July 15, 2026, GJEPC hosted a London Buyer-Seller Meet to connect Indian exporters with UK buyers and expand bilateral gem and jewellery trade.

The International Institute of Gemology has partnered with Polygon to connect students, alumni and Indian manufacturers with North American trade networks through industry access, content collaboration and business opportunities.

JAS 2026 opened on July 3 at JECC, Jaipur, where the Jewellers Association Jaipur signed an MoU with Dubai Jewellery Group to strengthen bilateral jewellery trade and industry collaboration.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council joined the Union Commerce Minister's trade mission to the UK and Greece to strengthen market access, promote exports and deepen trade partnerships across Europe.

India’s gem and jewellery exports totalled $4.27 billion in April-May 2026, while GJEPC urged the government to address gold supply constraints and regulatory issues affecting export manufacturing.

The Department of Commerce and GJEPC organized an outreach programme in Jaipur on 9 June, encouraging jewellery exporters to utilize India’s FTAs to expand exports and access global markets.

Bengaluru-based jewellery brand GIVA has appointed actor Kriti Sanon as brand ambassador and launched its ‘Style, Sealed in Silver’ campaign across digital, OTT and retail platforms to strengthen omnichannel consumer engagement.

Gemfields sold 183,385 carats of higher-quality rough emeralds in Bangkok and online during May 2026, citing stable demand, cautious buying sentiment and macroeconomic pressures affecting coloured gemstone trading.

TrueSilver, the sterling silver jewellery brand by ACPL Exports, launched its Radiant Mesh collection in India on May 13, featuring over 70 BIS-hallmarked 925 silver designs inspired by filigree craftsmanship.