Dassani Brothers’ new Polki capsule blends traditional elephant symbolism with uncut diamonds, emeralds, pearls and vibrant colourstones.

Delhi-based silver jewellery label Apala by Sumit will showcase its collections in Kolkata at Taj Bengal, marking its return to the city after three years, in a event titled 'Calcutta Wears Apala'.

Laboratory-grown jewellery brand Inarra Atelier has opened its first flagship store in Salt Lake, Kolkata, marking its offline retail debut as it expands beyond its digital-first business model.

Statement diamonds, sculptural brooches, layered gemstones, and expressive menswear jewellery emerged as the defining visual language of luxury at Met Gala 2026, discovers Khursheed Mistry.

Indian celebrities and royals showcased heirloom diamonds, Polki, kundan and Jaipur craftsmanship at Met Gala 2026, reflecting growing international recognition for India’s jewellery heritage and artisanal design traditions.

The trends observed during Akshaya Tritiya 2026 — ranging from the rise of men’s accessories to the adoption of quick-commerce — indicate a market that is successfully blending its deep cultural roots with the demands of a modern, convenience-oriented era, says Dhwani Rathod.

The House of Rose, led by Biren Vaidya, unveils a six-piece men’s brooch collection in April 2026, Mumbai, reinterpreting brooch design through animal motifs, gemstones, and sculptural craftsmanship for contemporary jewellery consumers.

The 98th Academy Awards saw platinum dominate red carpet jewellery, with global brands showcasing diamond-intensive designs, including statement necklaces and men’s brooches, signalling continued relevance of platinum in high jewellery.

Swarovski launched its second capsule collection with Ariana Grande on March 17, 2026, globally, featuring 29 jewellery pieces co-created with Giovanna Engelbert, inspired by nature and fantasy-led design themes.

International Gemological Institute announced winners of IGI Expressions 2025–26 after receiving more than 1,000 entries from 55 countries, recognizing nine designers across three categories in its global online jewellery design contest.

Natural Desert diamonds dominated the BAFTA Awards 2026 red carpet in London on February 23, worn by leading actors, signalling growing cultural and stylistic momentum for warm-toned natural diamonds.

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.

IGI launches the 5th edition of its global design contest, inviting creators worldwide to interpret oceanic mystery through jewellery, with free entry, nine cash prizes, and expert jury recognition.

The JJS–IJ Design Awards Jury Meet evaluated 135 finalists from 834 entries across 30 cities, unveiling new categories that reflect India’s evolving design landscape.