GJEPC Holds India-UK Buyer-Seller Meet Ahead of CETA Implementation
Ahead of the India-UK CETA taking effect on July 15, 2026, GJEPC hosted a London Buyer-Seller Meet to connect Indian exporters with UK buyers and expand bilateral gem and jewellery trade.
Bhima Jewellers Appoints Janhvi Kapoor as Brand Ambassador
Bhima Jewellers has appointed actor Janhvi Kapoor as its brand ambassador, announced on July 6, 2026, to strengthen consumer engagement across India while reinforcing its century-old heritage and national expansion.
JAS 2026 Opens; Jewellers Association Jaipur Signs MoU with Dubai Jewellery Group
JAS 2026 opened on July 3 at JECC, Jaipur, where the Jewellers Association Jaipur signed an MoU with Dubai Jewellery Group to strengthen bilateral jewellery trade and industry collaboration.
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.
JAS 2026 to host 351 exhibitors, Dubai Jewellery Group MoU
Jewellers Association Jaipur will organize JAS 2026 from July 3-5 at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, featuring 351 exhibitors, international delegates, trade buyers and a Dubai Jewellery Group partnership.
Candere Appoints Smriti Mandhana as Brand Ambassador
Candere, the jewellery brand from Kalyan Jewellers, has appointed Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its brand ambassador, joining Shah Rukh Khan to strengthen its outreach to younger consumers across India.
Thangamayil Jewellery Receives IAGES Accreditation
Thangamayil Jewellery has received accreditation from the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), strengthening its commitment to industry standards and responsible practices across its retail operations in Tamil Nadu.
BDB Collects 801 Units in Single-Day Blood Donation Drive
Bharat Diamond Bourse organized a blood donation drive on June 17 in Mumbai, collecting 801 units in partnership with five hospitals and blood banks to address an urgent citywide shortage.
VBJ to Hold First Exclusive Jewellery Exhibition in Mettupalayam
VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers will host its first exclusive jewellery exhibition in Mettupalayam on June 19–20, showcasing curated gold, diamond and solitaire collections to expand customer access in the region.
India’s Platinum Jewellery Demand Grows 4% in 2025 Amid Gold Price Volatility
India’s platinum jewellery demand increased 4% in 2025 despite economic headwinds and elevated gold prices, driven by wedding jewellery, men’s jewellery and retailer expansion, according to Platinum Guild International.
VBJ to Hold Jewellery Exhibition in Karur
VBJ will host a jewellery exhibition in Karur on June 5–6, 2026, showcasing gold, diamond and solitaire collections, aiming to strengthen customer engagement and present curated designs locally.
GIVA Appoints Kriti Sanon as Brand Ambassador
Bengaluru-based jewellery brand GIVA has appointed actor Kriti Sanon as brand ambassador and launched its ‘Style, Sealed in Silver’ campaign across digital, OTT and retail platforms to strengthen omnichannel consumer engagement.
Delhi Jewellers Association Holds DJABL 2026 Auction Ceremony
Delhi Jewellers Association conducted the DJABL 2026 auction ceremony in New Delhi on May 19, bringing together jewellers, sponsors and players ahead of the badminton league scheduled for May 30-31.
GJC Opens Mumbai Office, Submits Gold Monetization Scheme Roadmap
The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council inaugurated its Mumbai office on May 14 while urging industry support for revised gold duty measures and proposing a structured Gold Monetization Scheme roadmap.
Kirit Bhansali Appointed Nominee Director on IAGES Board
IAGES appointed GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali as Nominee Director on May 11, 2026, adding industry and institutional experience to support the association’s objectives and sector development initiatives.
