Jos Alukkas inaugurated a new jewellery showroom in Valliyur, Tamil Nadu, on May 2, 2026, strengthening its retail footprint in South India through a high-footfall, transit-linked location strategy.

Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has opened a 14,000 sq. ft. flagship showroom in Chennai’s Anna Salai, introducing a multi-format retail concept while outlining expansion plans across India and the United States.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated IIGJ Udupi on April 28, in Karnataka, highlighting skilling, employment and industry-led training, while IIGJ signed an MoU with IIT Madras for lab-grown diamond certification.

GJEPC will host the fourth edition of IIJS Bharat - Tritiya and IGJME Bharat - Tritiya from March 21-23, 2026 in Bengaluru, bringing 1,100+ exhibitors and retailers ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds launches the landmark 15th edition of its Brides of India campaign, featuring 22 brides and 10 celebrities, spotlighting India’s culturally rooted bridal craftsmanship and pan-India design versatility for today’s evolved consumers.

Rooted in Chettinad history, “Pettagam” showcases traditional craftsmanship, global influences, and evolving jewellery aesthetics, offering visitors an immersive journey through the region’s storied legacy and contemporary reinterpretations.

VBJ Since 1900 (Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers), India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery brand proudly powered the 8thedition of the D2D Chennai Marathon 2025, held recently — a purpose-driven initiative that went beyond partnership to become a heartfelt celebration of endurance, compassion, and community

Bengaluru event honours beauty, culture, and individuality across the southern states

As the Tamil festival of Aadi Perukku approaches, Tanishq has unveiled Agalyam — a new jewellery collection inspired by the sacred symbolism of traditional Tamil lamps.

Glow by Kirtilals, the contemporary jewellery brand from the House of Kirtilals, has officially opened its newest showroom on RKV Road, Erode

South India’s iconic jewellery house, AVR Swarna Mahal Jewellers, has announced celebrated actor Aravind Swamy as its official brand ambassador, ushering in a new era for the 96-year-old legacy brand

Kalyan Jewellers has announced the launch of two new showrooms in Chennai. The new outlets, located in Guduvanchery on GST Road and Purasaiwalkam on Millers Road, will open their doors to patrons on January 28

Mia by Tanishq is expanding its presence in smaller towns by launching temporary pop-up stores in locations such as Dindigul and Thanjavur. This initiative aims to provide customers in regions without permanent stores an opportunity to experience and purchase the brand's jewellery, while also allowing Mia to test new markets ahead of its planned expansion

GI tags have the potential to revolutionize India’s jewellery industry by preserving traditional craftsmanship, enhancing global recognition of regional products, boosting the livelihood of artisans, and promoting sustainable growth. Additionally, GI-tagged jewellery can be positioned as premium, authentic offerings carrying cultural and historical significance, which can give a leg-up to jewellery exports, says Suneeta Kaul