The Kothari Group has entered India’s retail jewellery segment with the launch of laboratory-grown diamond brand Keemti Jewels and its first flagship store in Mumbai, supported by an omnichannel strategy.

Platinum Guild International’s 2025 Business Review says platinum jewellery demand rose across major markets despite high gold prices, tariffs and manufacturing pressures, with resilience expected to continue into 2026.

The World Gold Council’s 2026 Central Bank Gold Reserves Survey finds most respondents expect global gold holdings to rise over the next year amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

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 23rd IGI D Show, held in Goa from June 11–13, brought together 45 manufacturers and more than 180 retailers, focusing on certified jewellery sourcing, technology adoption and trade collaboration.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has introduced its Nuwa natural diamond collection in Mumbai, featuring nature-inspired designs in 18kt and 14kt gold to expand its natural diamond jewellery portfolio.

De Beers Group’s latest US consumer study finds Gen Z driving natural diamond demand, average purchase values rising, and non-bridal occasions accounting for most acquisitions, offering key retail insights.

STRAPLINE (30 words) Augmont has launched the next phase of its ‘Recycle with Resilience’ campaign from Mumbai, introducing AI-powered purity evaluation in Chennai to promote transparent, organized gold recycling across India.

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.

India’s platinum jewellery demand increased 4% in 2025 despite economic headwinds and elevated gold prices, driven by wedding jewellery, men’s jewellery and retailer expansion, according to Platinum Guild International.

IRASVA Fine Jewellery marked its seventh anniversary in June 2026, highlighting growth in omnichannel retail, e-commerce expansion, and the launch of its first laboratory-grown diamond collection.

GJEPC inaugurated the India Pavilion and India Design Gallery at JCK Las Vegas 2026, showcasing 33 exporters and award-winning jewellery designs to strengthen India's global market presence.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council has joined the Natural Diamond Council as a member, becoming the first industry body under the Luanda Accord framework to formalize participation.

Natural diamond ownership among Indian women rose to 15% in 2025 from 11% in 2022, driven by younger consumers, rising incomes and increasing self-purchase trends, according to NDC.