The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 have received around 200 nominations, spanning jewellery brands, retailers, manufacturers, and professionals across multiple industry categories.

Tamannaah Fine Jewellery has partnered with Taj’s Khazana to retail its collections across 10 cities, beginning with New Delhi and extending to Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad.

Jaipur jeweller Sunil Kothari has been named the BJP’s candidate for Jaipur mayor, with the formal election scheduled for September 25 and the final declaration expected after the voting process.

Punjabi actor and singer Nisha Bano has joined RKM Jewellers as brand ambassador and business partner as the retailer expands its showroom presence across Punjab.

Uday Kotak has proposed a dedicated committee to examine India’s rising gold imports, with the country’s FY27 gold import bill potentially reaching dollar 88–90 billion.

EKARAA Jewellery has introduced a gifting collection of fine diamond jewellery in 9kt gold, spanning rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings, with select pieces available for customization.

EKARAA Jewellery has introduced a gifting collection of fine diamond jewellery in 9kt gold, spanning rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings, with select pieces available for customisation.

Divine Solitaires concluded its month-long Solitaire Festival of India 2026 with participation from 200+ partner jewellers across 100+ cities, combining natural diamond solitaire sales with consumer rewards.

P.C. Chandra Jewellers has launched ‘True To Me’, a five-episode podcast series featuring women’s stories around identity and personal choice, with jewellery integrated into the content.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled its Nayraa natural gemstone jewellery collection at its MG Road showroom in Bengaluru, drawing on Chillai and Pachi craftsmanship.

he Bureau of Indian Standards has raised the hallmarking fee for gold jewellery to Rs 75 per article from Rs 45, increasing the compliance cost for jewellers while retaining the silver fee at Rs 35.

P. N. Gadgil & Sons has introduced silver Ganpati idols, puja essentials and traditional Maharashtrian gold jewellery as part of its Ganeshotsav campaign under ‘Dagina Maharashtra-cha’.

Kumari Fine Jewellery showcases its Luxe Collection and contemporary gold and gemstone jewellery at exhibitions across Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Raipur, engaging HNI consumers and exploring regional demand.

India’s gem and jewellery exports rose 3.14% to $2.30 billion in August, led by a 51.22% increase in studded gold jewellery exports, while plain gold and silver jewellery remained under pressure.