FTAs Are Opening a New Chapter for India’s Jewellery Exports
With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.
CIBJO 2026: Rising Gold Prices Push Jewellery Towards Lighter, Lower-Carat Designs
CIBJO 2026 highlights how soaring bullion prices are reshaping jewellery design, purity and retail strategy, with India emerging as a key growth market.
Modi’s Gold Appeal Fails To Dampen Jewellery Demand
Strong jewellery sales and higher store footfall at Titan indicate that consumer demand for gold remains resilient despite calls to curb purchases and a higher import duty.
Kalamandir Jewellers Opens Platinum Experience Zone in Vadodara
Kalamandir Jewellers has opened a 1,000 sq ft Platinum Experience Zone at its new flagship store in Vadodara, expanding its dedicated platinum retail presence in Gujarat.
Priority Jewels IPO Opens August 28, Valued at 14.3x FY26 Earnings
Priority Jewels Limited's Rs 91.50 crore IPO opens August 28 and closes September 1, with the Mumbai-based B2B jewellery manufacturer listing on NSE and BSE on September 4.
Kalamandir opens largest Platinum Experience Zone in Vadodara
Kalamandir Jewellers has opened a 1,000-plus sq ft Platinum Experience Zone at its Vadodara flagship, expanding its dedicated platinum retail format across Gujarat.
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.
Kalyan Jewellers Launches Akshaya Thanga Maligai as Regional Brand in Tamil Nadu
Kalyan Jewellers has launched Akshaya Thanga Maligai (ATM), its first regional jewellery brand, in Tamil Nadu, with the inaugural showroom opening in Chennai on August 21, 2026.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Unveils JJS 2026 Theme Poster
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma unveiled the JJS 2026 theme poster on July 31 in Jaipur and accepted the invitation to inaugurate the exhibition on December 22.
GJC Flags Risk to Gem & Jewellery Exports Over US 10% Tariff
The Gem & Jewellery Council has cautioned that the US' 10% tariff on Indian imports could weaken export competitiveness, squeeze margins and impact jobs, urging government intervention through trade negotiations.
VBJ launches Amazing Aadi Sale across Chennai showrooms
VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has launched its month-long Amazing Aadi Sale until August 16, 2026, offering discounts across jewellery categories at its Anna Salai and Anna Nagar showrooms during the festive season.
VBJ Relaunches Vummidi Silverware Showroom in Chennai
VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has reopened its Vummidi Silverware showroom on Anna Salai, Chennai, with an 8,000 sq. ft. retail space to expand its silver jewellery and silverware offering for customers.
VBJ Partners with IGNITION 2026, Showcases PARRO Collection in Chennai
VBJ partnered with IGNITION 2026 at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai, on July 3, showcasing its PARRO collection while supporting discussions on geopolitics, culture, cinema and global affairs.
Jonnagiri Gold Mine Begins Commercial Operations in Andhra Pradesh
The Jonnagiri Gold Mine was inaugurated in Andhra Pradesh on June 26, marking India's first commercial-scale private-sector gold mine since Independence and supporting domestic gold production and supply.
VBJ Launches Nature-Inspired Parro Jewellery Collection
VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has introduced the Parro jewellery collection in Chennai on June 22, drawing inspiration from the parrot motif and combining gold, diamonds, gemstones and enamel with heritage craftsmanship.
