Solai, founded by Nishka Ranka and backed by the 147-year Ranka jewellery legacy, introduces lower-gram-weight gold jewellery targeting growing demand for everyday fine jewellery across multiple consumer segments.

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.

Delhi Jewellers Association conducted the DJABL 2026 auction ceremony in New Delhi on May 19, bringing together jewellers, sponsors and players ahead of the badminton league scheduled for May 30-31.

INSTORE has acquired the JA New York trade shows from Emerald, aiming to strengthen retailer-supplier engagement, education and business networking while repositioning the event within the US jewellery trade calendar.

PNG Jewellers on May 13 launched Swarna Swaraj from Pune to promote domestic gold recirculation, lower-karat jewellery adoption and responsible consumption following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal on gold imports.

Réia Diamonds launched a dedicated lab-grown diamond engagement ring studio on April 16, 2026 in Bengaluru, introducing a design-led retail format aligned with rising demand and evolving consumer preferences.

GJEPC’s IGJS Jaipur 2026, held April 9–11 in Jaipur, hosts 85 companies and over 230 global buyers, reinforcing India’s sourcing position amid geopolitical shifts and evolving trade dynamics.

Senco Gold & Diamonds opened its Laxminagar store in Nagpur on April 11, 2026, marking its 10th outlet in Maharashtra, with actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar attending the launch event.

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.

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.

De Beers launched The Great Indian Diamond Archive on March 31 in New Delhi, documenting 12 historic diamonds of Indian origin to highlight India’s early role in global diamond mining history.

At IFSCA’s Global Securities Markets Conclave in Mumbai, Artha Bharat Investment Managers said GIFT City could become a global gold fund hub if digital access is supported by legal enforceability and regulatory oversight.

Dhirsons Jewellers, Dhiraj Dhir Group, launched the ‘Heartbeats & Heirlooms’ diamond and gold collection on February 11, 2026 in New Delhi, targeting Valentine’s Day gifting and long-term wear segments.

HRD Antwerp opened a new certification laboratory in Hyderabad on January 31, 2026, to expand regional access to diamond and jewellery grading services for manufacturers and retailers in South India.