February 4, 2026

IGI buys AGL to create a Global Powerhouse in Coloured Gemstone Certification

The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has acquired American Gemological Laboratories (AGL), bringing together two of the most influential names in gem testing and certification and significantly […]
February 4, 2026

Indian G&J industry welcomes deal, sees tariff cuts boosting export growth

Of late, the United States’ tariffs have sharply disrupted trade flows to the USA for the country’s gem and jewellery sector.In 2025, reciprocal US tariffs sharply disrupted […]
February 3, 2026

Indian G&J industry disappointed with Budget 2026 as import duty cut on gold / GST rationalisation was not addressed

The Gems & Jewellery sector of India welcomed measures supporting MSMEs and lab-grown diamonds (LGD) in the Union Budget 2026-27. However, requests for a cut in import […]
February 3, 2026

Lipari Mining reports Financial Year 2025 diamond sales; suspension of operations at Brauna Mine 

Lipari Mining Ltd. reports production and sales results for the Financial Year ended December 31, 2025 from the Company’s wholly-owned Braúna Diamond Mine in Brazil, the […]