The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has welcomed the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) as a member, marking a significant step in strengthening global natural diamond industry collaboration, consumer education, and category marketing efforts.

JCK 2026 officially begins today at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, bringing together the global jewelry and watch industry for networking, education, entertainment, sourcing, and industry celebrations across four dynamic days.

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced its newly appointed Officers and Board representatives following the organisation’s 2026 Annual General Meeting, highlighting its continued commitment to responsible growth, governance, and sustainability across the global jewellery and watch industry.

GJEPC, in partnership with SINE IIT Bombay, has launched the JewelStart Industry Innovation Challenge 2026, inviting startups across India to solve key challenges in jewellery manufacturing, AI-powered design, sustainability, automation, and digital transformation for the gems and jewellery industry.

JKS Jewels unveils its grand new showroom in Bengaluru, bringing together heritage craftsmanship, luxury jewellery collections, innovation, trust, and modern elegance in one extraordinary destination.

The Natural Diamond Council has announced the membership of GJEPC under the Luanda Accord framework, marking a significant step toward stronger global collaboration, consumer education, and sustained category marketing for the natural diamond industry.

India’s natural diamond jewellery market is rapidly expanding, driven by younger consumers, rising disposable incomes, and increasing self-purchasing among women. With India now contributing 12% of global diamond jewellery demand, the category continues to strengthen its position as a symbol of individuality, emotional value, and modern luxury.

Lukson has launched its latest runway-inspired lab-grown diamond jewellery collection inspired by The Devil Wears Prada, combining fashion-forward aesthetics, ethical sourcing, and accessible luxury for modern consumers.

The 2026 Global Jewellery Sourcing Barometer reveals how global jewellery traders are navigating economic uncertainty through diversification, e-commerce expansion, emerging markets, and rising demand for gold, diamonds, rubies, pearls, and stylish fashion jewellery.

The second edition of TREASURES will take place at the Royal Treasure Museum in Lisbon, Portugal, on November 13-14, 2026, bringing together global experts, museums, and researchers to discuss crowns, tiaras, royal jewels, and heritage treasures.