Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated IIGJ Udupi on April 28, in Karnataka, highlighting skilling, employment and industry-led training, while IIGJ signed an MoU with IIT Madras for lab-grown diamond certification.

World Diamond Heritage Board appoints Suresh Hathiramani and Alex Popov to lead WDHL Selection Committee, advancing an industry-wide initiative to document historically significant diamonds and strengthen natural diamond narrative.

Natural Diamond Council launched World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, with participation across India and globally to promote natural diamond storytelling, industry engagement, and consumer connection.

Gemological Science International and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC launched a Gem Identification Masterclass in India to address rising coloured gemstone demand and strengthen technical expertise among jewellery professionals through structured training.

International Institute of Gemology used Jaipur Jewellery Show 2025 to demonstrate its industry-integrated education model, combining trade exposure, manufacturing visits and design evaluation to prepare students for jewellery business realities.

Bharat Diamond Bourse strengthened its focus on global compliance by hosting the RJC Roadshow, where international experts guided diamantaires on updated standards, assurance systems, and ESG-led responsible practices shaping the diamond value chain.

The Gemmological Institute of India (GII) has expanded its presence with the inauguration of a new branch in Pune on December 23, 2024

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

At IIJS Innov8, Prernaa Makhariaa, a renowned figure in the gems and jewellery sector, launched Jewellery Networking, an innovative platform designed to transform professional connections within the industry

The 19th edition of the IGI D Show concluded at the Grand Hyatt Goa with overwhelming success, marking a significant milestone in the diamond industry's calendar

The Designers Class Partners with the International Institute of Gemology to offer Online Jewellery Design and Business Management Courses

With over 1000 on-spot registrations and 200 hosted buyers from across India, Couture India Bridal Edit witnessed an astounding response from the industry

The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) Mumbai, a premier institution renowned for its excellence in gem and jewellery education, hosted its very first alumni reunion at the prestigious Launch Pad of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere 2023 (Bombay Exhibition Centre) on August 6, 2023.

The event will be held on 6th and 7th of July 2023 and will bring together official platinum jewellery manufacturers and retailers under the PGI programme to facilitate business growth and networking opportunities.