International Gemological Institute announced winners of IGI Expressions 2025–26 after receiving more than 1,000 entries from 55 countries, recognizing nine designers across three categories in its global online jewellery design contest.

Gargi by P.N. Gadgil & Sons opened five stores on January 26 and February 1, 2026, across Chandigarh, Noida, Siliguri, Dehradun and Pune to expand its national retail footprint.

IGI acquired American Gemological Laboratories on January 31, 2026, in New York and Mumbai to expand coloured gemstone certification, linking US and India markets through a combined global platform.

IGI inaugurated its second Jaipur laboratory on January 29, 2026 in Sitapura to expand coloured gemstone testing, improve turnaround times and support manufacturers and exporters across North India.

Bhima Gold has launched the Bhima Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Festival from December 8 2025, to January 11 2026, across India, targeting increased diamond demand from returning NRIs during the festive period.

IGI launches the 5th edition of its global design contest, inviting creators worldwide to interpret oceanic mystery through jewellery, with free entry, nine cash prizes, and expert jury recognition.

Veteran Diamond Industry Leader to Steer IGI’s Next Chapter

The proposed move of the Government of India to label LGDs as “synthetic” has caused a furore, with the LGD segment saying this would not only be unfair, it would greatly damage the credibility of a sector that produces and retails grown diamonds, which are identical to mined diamonds. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Vidita Kochar of Jewelbox, a prominent LGD player, to understand the ramifications of such a proposal.

International Gemological Institute (India) Limited is gearing up for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), which will open for subscription on December 13, 2024, and close on December 17, 2024

At the JCK Show 2024, Ethereal Green Diamond unveiled the world's largest lab-grown diamond, the 75.33 carat 'Celebration of India,' and introduced a distinctive 30.69 carat 'Infinity Ring,' both certified by IGI

Building on its successful Swarovski Created Diamonds collections in the USA, China, and Japan, the Austrian Maison now extends its fine jewellery offerings to the Indian market

IGI Expressions™ names 9 jewellery design champions from 1,500+ submissions spanning 40 countries

Thumak chalat Ramachandra, bajat paijanya…this ode to Lord Ram, sung by Melody Queen Lata Mangeshkar, best describes the bejewelled look of the Ram Lalla idol in the newly-opened Ayodhya Ram Mandir, says Suneeta Kaul

Ram Lalla, the child deity of Lord Ram, captivated the audience with a breathtaking display of gold and diamond jewelry. Crafted by HSJ, a distinguished designer with a 130-year legacy in creating special collections, these pieces showcase intricate and stunning designs. The collection is certified by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), a globally recognized third-party authentication body