India’s gem and jewellery exports to the US declined sharply in April–December 2025 amid tariff pressures, while growth in UAE, Hong Kong and FTA markets kept overall exports largely stable.

Day two of IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai, was marked by the formal inauguration of the venue, and new collection launches focused on lightweight gold jewellery.

The recently signed India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to significantly reshape the landscape for Indian gem and jewellery exports, granting zero-duty access to the UK market for the first time. The agreement removes existing tariffs of up to 4% on jewellery exports, delivering an immediate competitive edge for Indian exporters and reducing cost pressures across the supply chain

The 51st India Gem & Jewellery Awards, held in Jaipur, recognised the outstanding contributions of industry leaders while celebrating innovation, sustainability, and global excellence. The event reaffirmed India’s position as a global jewellery powerhouse and inspired the next generation of artisans and entrepreneurs

Oman's Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, HE Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, recently met with top Indian jewellers in Mumbai, inviting them to establish manufacturing bases in Oman

Union Minister Piyush Goyal recently celebrated the inauguration of the Bharat Ratnam – Mega Common Facility Center (CFC) at SEEPZ, emphasizing its pivotal role in India's gem and jewellery industry

In a remarkable achievement, exports of Plain Gold Jewellery surged by an impressive 61.72% to US$ 6792.24 million in FY 2023-24, compared to US$ 4199.96 million in FY 2022-23

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) reveals a significant downturn in the exports of gems and jewellery for the fiscal year 2023-24, indicative of challenges faced by the Indian market

Interim Union Budget 2024-25 Reaction by Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC

The Budget has not addressed any of the concerns of the gem and jewellery industry, leaving the industry disappointed

The topic of the panel discussion was “Building Brilliance: Gujarat’s Vision for 2047 and Beyond”

IIJS Premiere is simultaneously organised at two venues - the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) from 3rd to 7th August, and the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) from 4th to 8th August

Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar launched as GJEPC’s brand ambassador for India’s diamond, gem & jewellery industry

For the first time in its 39-year old history, IIJS Premiere will be held at two different venues in Mumbai city - NESCO Goregaon & JIO World. GJEPC’s