New Delhi, July 22 -- India's gem and jewellery exports rebounded sharply in June, with gross exports rising 26.51 per cent year-on-year to USD 2.21 billion, supported by stronger demand across key international markets and lower gold prices, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) said on Wednesday.

GJEPC said the strong monthly performance was driven by healthy demand for gold jewellery, cut and polished diamonds, platinum jewellery and lab-grown diamonds across major export markets.

Commenting on the performance, GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali said, "The strong rebound in June exports reflects the resilience of India's gem and jewellery sector amid an evolving global trade environment." He added that while exports durin...