India’s gems and jewellery industry, a sector that contributes billions to the country’s exports and employs millions of skilled artisans, is at a turning point. In May 2026, the Gem…
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Stay updated with the latest happenings in the Gems & Jewellery industry — events, achievements, exhibitions, and announcements from IIG South.
World’s Second-Largest Ruby Unearthed in Myanmar’s Mogok Valley
In mid-April 2026, miners working in the legendary Mogok Valley of Myanmar unearthed what is now being called one of the most significant ruby discoveries in modern gemological history. Weighing…
India Is Now the World’s Second-Largest Diamond Jewellery Market – What It Means for Your Jewellery Merchandising Career
The numbers are in. The consumer has changed. And the jewellery industry is looking for professionals who understand both. For decades, India’s role in the global diamond trade was defined…
India’s First B.Sc. in Gems & Jewellery Is Here and IIG South Is Leading It
Batch Starts: July 2026 | Limited Seats | Bengaluru For the first time in India’s history, you can earn a full university-recognised undergraduate degree in Gems & Jewellery and IIG…
Angel Cut Diamond Explained: Jacob & Co.’s Patented 37-Facet Innovation
The Angel Cut diamond is a patented, 37-facet diamond cut developed entirely in-house by luxury watch and jewellery house Jacob & Co. Introduced in 2026 as the centrepiece of the…
World Diamond Day 2026: Everything You Need to Know
World Diamond Day 2026 is officially on the calendar. On April 8, 2026, the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) will launch the first-ever global celebration dedicated entirely to natural diamonds, inviting…
AGTA Unveils Two New Spectrum Awards Categories for 2026 | Innovative Design & Stuller Color of the Year
The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is expanding its prestigious annual Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards for 2026, introducing two brand-new categories designed to broaden the competition’s reach and celebrate…
Gemvision Design Awards 2026: A Complete Guide for Jewelry Design Students
The Gemvision Design Awards 2026 is one of the most exciting global opportunities for jewelry design students and professionals who use digital design tools. Organised alongside the Gemvision Symposium, this…
Understanding India’s New Diamond Disclosure Standard: IS 19469:2025
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced a groundbreaking regulation that will reshape how diamonds are described and sold in India. The BIS diamond disclosure standard IS 19469:2025, notified…
India to Chair the Kimberley Process in 2026: What It Means for the Global Diamond Industry
India has been officially selected to Chair the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) in 2026, marking a significant milestone for the global diamond industry. The announcement, welcomed by the Gem…
