Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery Lab Jaipur has expanded origin determination services to include certification for ruby, emerald and sapphire packet lots and bead strings, strengthening traceability and transparency for gemstone trade.

DGSL has introduced a structured insurance appraisal service for gems and jewellery in India, as director Atul Jain receives membership of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers to strengthen appraisal standards.

The objective of Gemological Science International (GSI) is not just to issue reports, but to help the trade build credibility with its customers through transparent and consistent certification, and ensure that certification, testing and education remain aligned with how the jewellery business is actually conducted on the ground, says Ramit Kapur, Managing Director, GSI, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

HRD Antwerp launched its globally recognized diamond, gemmology and jewellery education programmes in Mumbai on January 13, 2026, to expand access to structured, internationally aligned professional training in India.

Gemological Science International (GSI) has launched a state-of-the-art gemological laboratory in Kolkata, strategically located near the city’s jewellery hub on Camac Street, bringing its globally recognised expertise and technology-driven certification services to the eastern region of India.

Branko Deljanin, a globally renowned expert from the Canadian Gemmological Laboratory (CGL), will conduct a series of workshops in India this October, focusing on the identification of lab-grown diamonds

The 6th edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show (GJS 2024) will take place from 25th to 28th September 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, showcasing the latest trends and designs from over 400 exhibitors. The event, organised by the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), promises to be a key platform for networking, business growth, and collaboration within the jewellery industry

SGL has launched a new platform where retailers can buy diamonds with a grade guarantee. A new concept and an industry first where even parcels are sold online with each diamond carrying a laser inscription and a dossier report

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has intensified its crackdown on jewellers who fail to display the Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number on gold ornaments, as mandated by a 2023 regulation

The International School of Gems & Jewellery (ISGJ) has inaugurated its advanced institute and diamond and jewellery testing laboratory in Ahmedabad, marking a significant advancement in the realms of gem and jewellery education, innovation, and excellence

As gold and silver prices surge to unprecedented levels, the gold trade has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to introduce hallmarking and Hallmarking Unique Identification (HUID) numbers for 9-carat gold jewellery

The Indian Diamond Institute (IDI), a central government-recognized institution, has unveiled the nation's inaugural B.Sc. program in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing to address the escalating demand in these burgeoning sectors.

Jaipur witnesses the launch of a new service as IIGJ-RLC introduces its Pearl Identification Service

A jewellery collection is more than just a simple assortment of pieces; it embodies a meticulous process of research and thoughtful curation, Priyanka Talreja Garegrat finds out