New Delhi, March 13 -- India's gems and jewellery exports remained largely flat in the first 11 months of FY26, as the strong growth in segments such as silver and platinum jewellery was offset by declines in diamonds and lab-grown diamonds, according to provisional data released by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).

Overall gross exports during April 2025-February 2026 were at $25.93 billion, up 0.07% from $25.92 billion a year ago. In rupee terms, exports rose 4.3% to Rs.2.28 trillion, reflecting currency movements and commodity price changes.

Imports of gems and jewellery during the period grew faster, rising 6.8% year-on-year to $18.64 billion, indicating continued demand for raw materials and intermediate product...