Thangamayil Jewellery has received accreditation from the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), strengthening its commitment to industry standards and responsible practices across its retail operations in Tamil Nadu.

Founded by Pooja Duggal, Escape Privé has launched in India with a portfolio of laboratory-grown diamond jewellery in real gold, targeting consumers seeking ethically sourced and travel-friendly designs.

Lukson has launched a fashion-inspired laboratory-grown diamond jewellery collection in India featuring IGI-certified designs across gold categories, targeting consumers seeking contemporary styling, transparent pricing, and accessible fine jewellery options.

India commenced the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in Mumbai on May 11, bringing global participants together to discuss compliance, monitoring and consumer confidence in responsibly sourced natural diamonds.

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.

IAGES, a self-regulatory body, has crossed 100 accredited partners across 550+ outlets in 240 cities on May 5, 2026, strengthening standardization, transparency, and industry-wide adoption of its accreditation framework.

The Indian Association of Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) urges consumers across India to verify retailer accreditation before buying gold this Akshaya Tritiya, promoting transparency, ethical sourcing, and trust in jewellery transactions.

DGSL has introduced a structured insurance appraisal service in India, integrating gemological analysis with global valuation standards, while Atul Jain joins NAJA to align practices with international appraisal frameworks.

GIVA launched VEDA, a premium jewellery retail format, in Bangalore in March 2026, offering ethically sourced, certified jewellery, private consultations, and made-to-order pieces targeting milestone and occasion-driven purchases.

Shivam Jewels, a Surat-based diamond manufacturer, has been appointed a De Beers DTC Sightholder in March 2026, marking a rare addition to the list and strengthening India’s presence in primary rough supply.

Aurya Diamonds launched its lab-grown diamond brand in India on March 28, 2026, opening a Bengaluru gallery to target demand for ethical, transparent jewellery among emerging middle and upper-middle consumers.

Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers secured IAGES accreditation across 24 stores in Maharashtra and Goa on March 24, 2026, reinforcing compliance, transparency and alignment with industry-led self-regulatory standards.

De Beers launches a centenary book tracing its diamond marketing evolution since the 1930s, highlighting the 1947 slogan’s global impact on consumer behaviour, retail demand, and shifting jewellery preferences across markets including India.

IJ Power List 2026 honours the leaders redefining Indian jewellery retail through governance, innovation, cultural stewardship, and disciplined growth—celebrating visionaries shaping the industry’s future with clarity, credibility, and conviction.