Pret jewellery is turning out to be a major focus area during IIJS Bharat Signature 2026; exhibitors say it offers several advantages to retailers – it is design-led, the stock moves faster, and the working-capital exposure is low, finds out Khursheed Mistry.

Day two of IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai, was marked by the formal inauguration of the venue, and new collection launches focused on lightweight gold jewellery.

As Diwali ushers in a season of light, love, and meaningful gifting, Candere by Kalyan Jewellers captures the spirit of the festival with a curated selection of five Evil Eye jewellery pieces that symbolise protection, prosperity, and positivity. Crafted with BIS-hallmarked quality, these designs blend timeless symbolism with modern elegance—perfect for those seeking gifts that sparkle with both style and sentiment.

The government has officially approved hallmarking for 9-karat gold jewellery, expanding the existing range of certified gold purities in an effort to make the yellow metal more accessible to cost-sensitive buyers.

Mumbai-based jewellery label Oropel has unveiled Sajra, a contemporary collection that reinterprets timeless diamond jewellery through the lens of colour, faith and individuality

Kumari Jewels has introduced a new collection titled Art of Tart, featuring a range of jewellery pieces that explore bold forms, vibrant colours, and modern styling

In response to the growing demand for jewellery that blends elegance with everyday functionality, GIVA has unveiled a curated line of 14K and 18K gold-studded pieces, crafted for the contemporary Indian woman

Mumbai-based jewellery brand Oropel has introduced a new collection titled ‘Noor’, drawing inspiration from the rhythms of music and elements of nature. The collection features designs made in 14K gold and lab-grown diamonds, incorporating a palette of emerald green, ruby red, black onyx, and warm gold tones

A pictorial representation featuring select jewels from handpicked jewellers

The exquisite Les Petits X Rajasi Jindal Jewelry Collection in 14k gold has cute motifs of ice-cream and flowers among others

ANMOL launches an insta-worthy selection of luxury Rakhis with ‘Anmol Bandhan’ this Raksha Bandhan

From using less gold to focusing on pieces that are rich in tradition and craftsmanship, to embracing old-world techniques and exploring Nature as an inspiration even more, here’s how India’s top manufacturers are getting ready for the world ahead

A range of 13 rings designed with Swarovski Zirconia stones, the collection is available various gem colours combinations   

Tata Group brand Mia, part of its jewellery division Tanishq, is eyeing Rs 1,000 crore turnover in the next 5-6 years as it expands its retail footprint across the country.