KISNA Diamond and Gold Jewellery has launched its #GiftHappiness campaign featuring Shahid Kapoor and Mira Kapoor across five major cities, with a focus on festive gifting and retail engagement.

A World Gold Council and Boston Consulting Group report estimates that digital gold could unlock up to USD 700 billion in latent demand, with the market projected to reach USD 160 billion–170 billion by 2031.

KISNA Diamond & Gold Jewellery has opened a 4,056 sq. ft. showroom in Bhubaneswar with an investment of approximately Rs 24 crore, taking its India network to 171 outlets.

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.

The new demi-fine jewellery edit explores the symbolism of blue through contemporary designs inspired by protection, intuition and the mystique of the evil eye.

Dassani Brothers’ new Polki capsule blends traditional elephant symbolism with uncut diamonds, emeralds, pearls and vibrant colourstones.

Senco Gold & Diamonds has partnered with Olocker to offer free jewellery insurance on qualifying purchases, covering snatching, robbery and housebreaking risks to customers across the retail network.

The government plans to make silver jewellery hallmarking mandatory from October 2026, expanding BIS oversight as silver consumption, prices and jewellery trade volumes rise.

Precious-metal rakhis, coins and lightweight jewellery were the flavour of the season this year, with customers choosing keepsakes with lasting value over chocolates and traditional presents, discovers Preeti Kulkarni

Mirari Jewels has introduced its Sacred Symbols Collection for Raksha Bandhan 2026, featuring 14K gold unisex signet rings and convertible Rakhis designed for everyday wear.

Aura Bling Jewels has launched its Saubhagya mangalsutra collection in Nashik, featuring 25 lightweight designs with interchangeable pendants, Italian-design chains and 18K gold plating.

IIJS 2026 ended with healthy buyer attendance and active enquiries, while retailers remained selective on quantities, focusing on immediate demand, inventory rotation and festive requirements.

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.

The Forum on KP Dialogue 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, under India’s Kimberley Process Chairmanship 2026, discussed issues such as credibility, consumer confidence, compliance, and the evolving future of responsible natural diamonds, reports Khursheed Mistry.