IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 The Catalyst for India’s $100-Billion Jewellery Export Ambition
With IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 set to expand in scale and ambition, Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman of GJEPC, outlines the strategy for the show, export growth, and industry priorities, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.
QWEEN Partners with Perfect Corp. for AI-Powered Virtual Jewellery Try-On
QWEEN has partnered with Perfect Corp. to introduce AI- and AR-powered virtual jewellery try-on in India, enabling customers to view jewellery digitally across desktop and mobile before purchase.
Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet 2026 Focuses on Category Growth Strategy
Platinum Guild International's Buyer-Seller Meet in Kochi brought together 10 manufacturers and over 70 retailers to align on consumer demand, product innovation and strategies to expand platinum jewellery demand.
GIVA Launches Pet Collection for Raksha Bandhan with Kriti Sanon Campaign
GIVA has launched a silver Pet Collection alongside its Raksha Bandhan campaign featuring brand ambassador Kriti Sanon, highlighting gifting for pet owners across its digital and retail channels in India.
Rajiv Jain Elected Chairman of Jaipur Jewellery Show
The Jaipur Jewellery Show Organizing Committee has unanimously elected Rajiv Jain as Chairman on July 20 in Jaipur, while naming Vimal Chand Surana Patron after his 19-year tenure.
Aukera raises Rs 90 crore to expand laboratory-grown diamond jewellery business
Bengaluru-based laboratory-grown diamond jewellery brand Aukera has secured Rs 90 crore in debt funding led by Alteria Capital to support retail expansion, product development, omnichannel growth and hiring across India.
IAGES Accredited Partner Directory Crosses 700 Verified Gold Businesses
IAGES said its Accredited Partner Directory, launched in November 2025, now lists over 700 verified gold businesses across 200 cities, supporting consumer verification and promoting compliance across India's gold industry.
Jos Alukkas Launches ‘Season of Diamonds’ Campaign Across 60+ Showrooms
Jos Alukkas has launched its ‘Season of Diamonds’ campaign from July 10-31 across more than 60 showrooms in India, offering promotional benefits to drive natural diamond jewellery sales.
SICIS Jewels Partners Vaishali S for Swayam Showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week
SICIS Jewels collaborated with Vaishali S as the official jewellery partner for the Swayam collection, presented on July 8, 2026 at the Residence of the Ambassador of India in Paris.
Candere by Kalyan Opens 125th Store in Virar
Candere by Kalyan has opened its 125th store in Virar, Maharashtra, on July 6, 2026, expanding its retail network in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and strengthening its omnichannel presence.
Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds Raises Rs 275 Crore to Fund Manufacturing and Retail Expansion
Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds has raised Rs 275 crore through a promoter-led funding round to strengthen manufacturing, expand retail operations across India, and scale its vertically integrated business model.
Candere Appoints Smriti Mandhana as Brand Ambassador
Candere, the jewellery brand from Kalyan Jewellers, has appointed Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its brand ambassador, joining Shah Rukh Khan to strengthen its outreach to younger consumers across India.
India’s Gem and Jewellery Exports Reach $4.27 Billion in April-May 2026; GJEPC Raises Duty-Free Gold Supply Concerns
India’s gem and jewellery exports totalled $4.27 billion in April-May 2026, while GJEPC urged the government to address gold supply constraints and regulatory issues affecting export manufacturing.
IGI concludes 23rd D Show with participation from 45 manufacturers and over 180 retailers
The 23rd IGI D Show, held in Goa from June 11–13, brought together 45 manufacturers and more than 180 retailers, focusing on certified jewellery sourcing, technology adoption and trade collaboration.
Augmont Expands ‘Recycle with Resilience’ Campaign with AI Gold Purity Evaluation Initiative
Augmont has launched the next phase of its ‘Recycle with Resilience’ campaign from Mumbai, introducing AI-powered purity evaluation in Chennai to promote transparent, organized gold recycling across India.
