Kushals Fashion Jewellery opened four new stores in Hyderabad on January 28 to expand its Telangana footprint, taking its city total to 17 as part of its retail growth plan.

Gargi by P.N. Gadgil & Sons reached 50 shop-in-shop counters at Shoppers Stop on January 19, 2026, marking a key retail expansion aligned with its national growth strategy.

Golubhai Badalia Diamond has been appointed Luxury Partner for Bridal Asia Spring Summer 2026, continuing its collaboration across the Mumbai and Delhi editions to showcase its bridal jewellery collections.

Ahmedabad-based Harit Zaveri Jewellers has introduced its Shagun collection in January 2026, targeting wedding-related gifting demand with 22K gold jewellery designed for ceremonial and long-term wear.

GJEPC launched JewelStart on January 12, 2026, in Mumbai at IIJS Bharat Signature to create a structured incubation and acceleration platform supporting innovation, startups, and MSMEs across the gem and jewellery value chain.

The 18th edition of IIJS Bharat-Signature is scheduled from January 8 2026 to January 12 2026 at the JIO World Convention Centre Bombay Exhibition Centre. The event is expected to unite the entire global gem and jewellery community under one roof. With a diverse array of exhibitors and industry leaders, the 18th edition promises to be a convergence of innovation, networking, and business opportunities.

JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.

GIVA activated a nationwide on-ground campaign from December 10 2025 to drive participation in its Exchange Fest, using transit media, mall installations and hyperlocal outreach to increase store footfall and consumer engagement.

GIA will introduce redesigned colored stone reports and extend origin-determination services from January 1, 2026, offering updated categories, fees and broader geographic sourcing data for additional gem materials.

Edstead has launched Jewels of Legacy on JioHotstar, a documentary series exploring the histories, family narratives and craftsmanship traditions of Kishandas, Mahesh Notandass, VBJ and Abaran, highlighting their role in India’s jewellery heritage.

DGFT’s December 1 notification includes Ahmedabad Airport in the hand-carriage system, enabling faster gem and jewellery exports as Customs prepares SOPs following GJEPC’s representation to authorities.

Harit Zaveri Jewellers launches Jamanvar, a 22ct gold bridal collection inspired by a cherished Gujarati pre-wedding tradition, offering heritage-inspired, lightweight designs starting from 20 grams for modern wedding shoppers.

Golubhai Badalia Diamonds , Kolkata, operates on both sides of the trade — as a manufacturer and as a retailer. The company offers valuable insights into how India’s festive season shapes the future of design, production, and consumer trust.

Hyderabad-based Goyaz secures its first institutional funding to expand retail presence, strengthen design and manufacturing, and accelerate its position in the affordable occasion-led jewellery category.