Jewellery logistics is moving from a largely trader-to-trader model towards a more organized, regulated and technology-led supply chain. With B2C fulfilment, shipment visibility and faster turnaround gaining importance, logistics providers are having to respond to changing customer expectations, rising shipment volumes and evolving security requirements, says Anand Sen, CEO – Domestic, BVC Logistics, in a conversation with Preeti Kulkarni.

India’s silver jewellery manufacturers could see faster import approvals following the DGFT’s move to simplify authorization procedures for specified silver products. The change may improve sourcing predictability and production planning; however, customs duties and import restrictions remain unchanged, finds out Suneeta Kaul.

The government has ended a tax benefit for banks importing gold, silver and platinum, bringing these shipments under the 3% Integrated GST levy from April 1, 2026, to ensure parity across import channels

The lab-grown diamond jewellery startup will use the funds to strengthen its team, marketing and supply chain as it expands its business.

India can move beyond being a major producer of laboratory-grown diamonds to becoming a global technology leader by developing indigenous equipment, advanced materials, device fabrication capabilities, and high-value industrial applications, says Prof. M.S. Ramachandra Rao, Head of the India Centre for Lab Grown Diamond (InCent-LGD) at IIT Madras, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul. Prof. Rao was one of the main organizers of GJEPC's VAIRAM 2026 Workshop, held earlier this year at the campus of IIT Madras.

QWEEN has introduced seven gold colours in India, using alloy compositions rather than surface coatings to expand colour choices across its jewellery range.

Yaashvi Jewellers has received domestic contracts worth approximately Rs 30 crore for supplying gold jewellery, with deliveries scheduled for completion by October 31, 2026.

EKARAA Jewellery has introduced a gifting collection of fine diamond jewellery in 9kt gold, spanning rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings, with select pieces available for customization.

Gold prices eased as higher oil prices raised inflation concerns and strengthened expectations that central banks may keep interest rates elevated for longer, weighing on the non-yielding asset.

CIBJO 2026 highlights how soaring bullion prices are reshaping jewellery design, purity and retail strategy, with India emerging as a key growth market.

Goldman Sachs’ Tony Kim expects gold’s current pause to give way to fresh highs, with sustained central-bank buying providing strong structural support for prices.

Rising gold prices are prompting Indian consumers to sell old jewellery for cash, while organised jewellers expand cash-for-gold programmes to increase recycled gold supply.

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.

Thailand’s gem and jewellery sector, including gold, generated $26.6 billion in exports in 2025, strengthening the country’s position as an international jewellery manufacturing and trading centre.