• From Botswana to the World Stage: ODC Diamonds Crafted for International Champions

  Ankit Gems is honoured to play a significant role in a unique collaboration that showcases Botswana's diamond heritage on the global stage. Working closely with ODC, Ankit Gems has been entrusted with the manufacturing and preparation of specific ODC    more

• India's Gem & Jewellery Exports Stood at US$ 4.27 Billion in April–May 2026; GJEPC Flags Concerns to Govt. on Duty-Free Gold Supply Constraints for Exporters

  India's gem and jewellery exports stood at US$ 4.27 billion (Rs. 40,398.97 crore) during April–May 2026 as compared to US$ 4.55 billion (Rs. 38,848.42 crore) during the corresponding period of the    more

• 41st World Diamond Congress announces programme

  The Organising Committee of the 41st World Diamond Congress, to be held July 12-15, 2026, in Singapore, announced its Congress programme. The Congress will include five discussion forums or panels.    more

• GJEPC Chairman takes bold stance on Recent Hike in Gold Import Duty and Agri Cess

  The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) acknowledges the Government's decision to raise gold import duty to 10% from 5% and Agri cess to 5% from 1%. As an industry, we remain committed to the spirit of 'Nation First'    more

• TRANS ATLANTIC GEM SALES MARKET & TENDER REPORT - JUNE / JULY 2026

  Many of the market uncertainties reported in the last report remain applicable, due to ongoing geopolitical unrest and the continuation of the tentative situation between US and Iran. However, the market appears to have adapted   more

• Tether Gold Receives ADGM Recognition, Boosting Regulated Digital Gold Trading

  Tether has achieved a significant regulatory milestone after its gold-backed digital asset, Tether Gold (XAUT), was recognized as an Accepted Spot Commodity by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The recognition enables licensed   more

• London Diamond Bourse Expands Gemstone Education as Coloured Stones Gain Market Momentum

  The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has launched a new Coloured Gemstone Course aimed at strengthening product knowledge among jewellery professionals   more

• GIA Commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the United States with Illustrious Red, White and Blue Gems

  In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is highlighting an exquisite selection of red, white and blue gemstones and pearls, some   more

• SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MINING IN EGYPT AND BEYOND

  As Egypt enters the next phase of its mining sector transformation, Egypt Mining Forum 2026 returns to Cairo as the region’s leading platform for investment, policy dialogue, and industry collaboration. Hosted by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, with the support   more

• One voice for the UAE'sPrecious Metals trade: inside the launch of DBRG membership

  UAE moves an estimated $170 billion in gold every year. By most measures that makes it the second-largest bullion hub in the world, behind only Switzerland, with somewhere between 13 and 15 percent of all the gold traded globally passing through the country at some point in its journey. For a market of that weight, one thing has been oddly absent: a single institution to represent it,   more

• Tether Signs MoU with Dubai Multi Commodities Centre to Advance Blockchain Education, Tokenization and Innovation in Dubai

  Tether, the largest company in the digital asset industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), an international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai. The MoU aims to explore Tether’s potential to support DMCC   more

• The Great Gold Shift: Ghana Dumps Raw Exports for Local Refining

  In a revolutionary move, the Ghanaian government, through the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), is set to transform the country’s gold industry. With a clear directive from President John Dramani Mahama to end the export of raw minerals by 2030, GoldBod is working assiduously to ensure that Ghana’s gold is refined locally, retaining maximum value for the nation.   more

• Bain: Jewellery Emerges as Luxury’s Bright Spot as Market Finds Stability

  

  Jewellery is expected to remain one of the strongest-performing segments of the global luxury market as the industry enters a phase of stabilisation, according to the Spring 2026 edition of the Bain-Altagamma Luxury Goods Worldwide Market Study.    more

• RESILIENCE IN GOLD:
  How the UAE’s Gold Industry Thrives Amid Geopolitical Stress While Upholding AML/CFT Compliance.

  

  The gold industry in the United Arab Emirates has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s economic identity. Known globally as a major trading hub, the UAE –    more

• How Monetary Metals is Reshaping Jewellery Finance

  

  For most jewellers, gold is both a creative foundation and a financial constraint. Every gram of gold inventory represents valuable working capital. Traditional financing, which often relies on borrowing currency to purchase gold,    more

• New FTAs, New Markets: IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Opens as India's Jewellery Exporters Eye Fresh Global Access

  The 42nd edition of IIJS Bharat Premiere opened at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, today, against the most favourable trade backdrop the Indian gem and jewellery industry has ever known. A succession of free trade agreements — with the   more

• MS Dhoni Joins Malabar Gold & Diamonds as Brand Ambassador, Strengthening the Responsible Jeweller Promise.

  Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world's fourth-largest jewellery retailer and a responsible jeweller, today announced MS Dhoni as its Brand Ambassador, marking the beginning of a long-term association centred around   more

• Palmonas Expands Internationally with First UAE Retail Store

  Indian demi-fine jewellery brand Palmonas has marked its international expansion with the launch of its first overseas retail store at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi. The company is set to further strengthen its presence in the UAE with a second outlet at Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, scheduled to open later this month.   more

• De Beers' Q2 Diamond Production Surges 88% as Sales Revenue Declines Amid Weak Market

  De Beers Group reported an 88% year-on-year increase in rough diamond production to 7.8 million carats in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, reflecting higher output across its operations in Botswana and Canada.
  The increase was primarily driven by the impact of the extended maintenance   more

• Diamonds and Gold Jewellery Drive India’s June Export Surge of 26.51%

  India’s gem and jewellery exports rebounded sharply in June 2026, with gross exports rising 26.51% year-on-year to US$2.21 billion (Rs. 21,010.78 crore), signalling a recovery in overseas demand after a subdued start to the financial year.   more

• Kalyan Jewellers Appoints Sara Ali Khan as Brand Ambassador

  Kalyan Jewellers has appointed Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan as its new brand ambassador, expanding its roster of celebrity faces that already includes Amitabh Bachchan and Katrina Kaif. The move is aimed at strengthening the jewellery retailer’s appeal among younger consumers while reinforcing its brand positioning across India and international markets.   more