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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.

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.

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.

The World Diamond Heritage Board has officially opened nominations for the World Diamond Heritage List 2026, inviting the global public to nominate natural diamonds of exceptional historical and cultural significance.

India’s gem and jewellery sector recorded a 9.07% decline in exports during April 2026, with cut and polished diamonds and plain gold jewellery facing significant pressure. However, silver jewellery, platinum jewellery, studded gold jewellery, and coloured gemstones registered notable growth amid rising bullion prices and changing global demand trends.

The Natural Diamond Council has secured two major rulings from the UK Advertising Standards Authority against misleading synthetic diamond advertisements, strengthening consumer transparency and protecting the integrity of the natural diamond industry.

The Kimberley Process Intersessional 2026 concluded in Mumbai under India’s Chairship, bringing together global participants, industry leaders, and civil society representatives to discuss transparency, responsible sourcing, and the future of the natural diamond industry.

At the 2026 World Diamond Council AGM in Antwerp, incoming President Ronnie VanderLinden emphasized the need for a unified global message supporting natural diamonds, stronger industry confidence, and continued reforms to the Kimberley Process.

Susie Dewey is appointed CMO at the Natural Diamond Council, marking a strategic move to enhance global marketing leadership and cultural relevance for natural diamonds.

IIG is redefining jewellery education by integrating experiential learning with industry immersion, offering students firsthand exposure to the workings of the global diamond trade at Bharat Diamond Bourse.