Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas marked its first anniversary at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai, with an event highlighting Jaipur jewellery heritage, archival designs and the brand’s Mumbai presence.

Rising gold prices are pushing Indian jewellers towards lower-purity jewellery, with 9-carat offerings gaining traction as retailers seek more accessible price points for consumers.

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Aditya Birla Capital will enter India’s gold loan market, targeting 1,000 dedicated branches over three years as rising gold values support secured lending demand.

The government is considering changes to its gold deposit framework, including a role for jewellers, to bring more privately held gold into the financial system and reduce import dependence.

India’s gold market is showing signs of recovery in August as prices rebound, jewellery demand improves and retailers rebuild inventories ahead of the festive season, World Gold Council says

GSI has begun issuing colour trade-name reports for Pigeon Blood ruby, Royal Blue and Padparadscha sapphire in Jaipur and Mumbai, marking their first issuance in India.

Sky Gold & Diamonds Ltd was added to the MSCI India Domestic Small Cap Index on August 17, as the jewellery maker reported positive operating cash flow for the quarter.

P. N. Gadgil & Sons opens the 22nd edition of its Mangalsutra Mahotsav on August 15 in Pune, with actor Vaidehi Parshurami fronting the campaign for a second consecutive year.

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart Limited's IPO received 0.69 times subscription on August 17 in Mumbai, with strong anchor investor participation ahead of the issue's August 19 closing.

PNG Jewellers opened a company-owned store in Gurugram on August 15, expanding its Delhi NCR presence with gold, diamond and silver jewellery across categories.

Rising gold prices are influencing festive and wedding jewellery demand, with retailers and consumers showing greater interest in lightweight designs and distinctive chains, according to the report.

Kumar Jewels has launched The Maharani Edit, a bridal Polki collection drawing on royal Indian jewellery traditions, with chokers, necklaces and statement pieces for wedding occasions

IAGES and SPJIMR have launched a six-month executive programme for young gold and jewellery business leaders, covering finance, strategy, technology, governance and family business.