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.
Indriya Introduces Diamond Selection Standard Focused on Light Performance
Indriya has introduced a diamond selection framework based on light performance, with one in five natural diamonds meeting its criteria, alongside the launch of SparkleScope technology across stores.
Aurya Diamonds Opens Experiential Store in Bengaluru’s Koramangala
Aurya Diamonds has opened a new experiential retail store in Koramangala, Bengaluru, expanding its physical presence with a customer-focused format centred on lab-grown diamond jewellery and transparent shopping experiences.
Pritesh Patel to Headline Fireside Chat at 41st World Diamond Congress
GIA President and CEO Pritesh Patel will participate in a fireside chat at the 41st World Diamond Congress in Singapore on July 14, discussing strategy, research, education and provenance initiatives.
PGI Reports Growth in Global Platinum Jewellery Demand in 2025
Platinum Guild International’s 2025 Business Review says platinum jewellery demand rose across major markets despite high gold prices, tariffs and manufacturing pressures, with resilience expected to continue into 2026.
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.
Advit Jewels IPO to Open on June 23 at Price Band of Rs 130-138 Per Share
Advit Jewels Limited will launch its maiden IPO from June 23-25, 2026, with a price band of Rs 130-138 per share to raise funds for working capital, debt repayment and corporate purposes.
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.
GSI Highlights Growing Product Integrity Challenges in Diamond Screening
GSI has outlined how diamond screening challenges have evolved over the past decade, citing increased laboratory-grown diamond volumes, mounted jewellery verification requirements and the need for consistent product integrity protocols.
GJEPC Marks 21st India Pavilion at JCK Las Vegas 2026
GJEPC inaugurated the India Pavilion and India Design Gallery at JCK Las Vegas 2026, showcasing 33 exporters and award-winning jewellery designs to strengthen India's global market presence.
More Indian Women Are Choosing Diamonds for Themselves as Natural Diamond Ownership Rises to 15%
Natural diamond ownership among Indian women rose to 15% in 2025 from 11% in 2022, driven by younger consumers, rising incomes and increasing self-purchase trends, according to NDC.
Jos Alukkas Launches Gold Exchange Campaign Across 60+ Stores
Jos Alukkas launched the #ExchangeForTheNation campaign across India on May 27, 2026, promoting gold recycling and exchange amid calls to reduce dependence on imported gold and conserve foreign exchange reserves.
Deepa Jewellers Receives SEBI Approval for Rs 250 Crore IPO
Securities and Exchange Board of India has approved Hyderabad-based Deepa Jewellers’ IPO comprising a Rs 250 crore fresh issue and promoter OFS, supporting the company’s expansion in organized B2B gold jewellery processing and supply.
India’s Gold Import Duty Hike May Reduce Demand by 10% in 2026: WGC
World Gold Council says India’s increase in gold import duty from 6% to 15% could reduce 2026 jewellery and investment demand by 50-60 tonnes amid weaker sentiment and higher unofficial inflows.
India Concludes Kimberley Process Intersessional 2026 in Mumbai
India concluded the Kimberley Process Intersessional 2026 in Mumbai after four days of discussions on compliance, transparency and governance reforms aimed at strengthening confidence in the natural diamond trade.
