Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards crosses 100 accredited partners, expands to 550+ outlets
IAGES, a self-regulatory body, has crossed 100 accredited partners across 550+ outlets in 240 cities on May 5, 2026, strengthening standardization, transparency, and industry-wide adoption of its accreditation framework.
IAGES launches #PehlaCheckIAGES campaign ahead of Akshaya Tritiya
The Indian Association of Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) urges consumers across India to verify retailer accreditation before buying gold this Akshaya Tritiya, promoting transparency, ethical sourcing, and trust in jewellery transactions.
Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers receives IAGES accreditation across 24 stores
Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers secured IAGES accreditation across 24 stores in Maharashtra and Goa on March 24, 2026, reinforcing compliance, transparency and alignment with industry-led self-regulatory standards.
Ninth edition of India Gem and Jewellery Show to be held in first week of April
Addressing the media, GJC announced the dates of the ninth edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show, and also took the opportunity to unveil its new logo and identity.
IAGES Crosses 50 Accreditations, Expands Reach to 300+ Stores
On March 2, 2026, in Mumbai, IAGES announced crossing 50 accredited members, expanding to 300+ stores to strengthen transparency, standardization and consumer confidence across India’s gold value chain.
Senco Gold & Diamonds receives IAGES accreditation across 100+ stores
Senco Gold & Diamonds received IAGES accreditation across over 100 stores pan India on January 21, 2026, aligning operations with the association’s Code of Conduct to strengthen accountability and consumer confidence.
DMCC Unveils FinX Platform as DPMC 2025 Concludes with Global Industry Participation
With over 1,000 global leaders in attendance, DMCC launches FinX — an integrated ecosystem connecting commodities, capital markets and fintech — reinforcing Dubai’s growing influence in physical and digital precious metals trade.
Indian Government Raises Customs Duty on Gold-Alloy Imports to Close Loophole
The Indian Government has increased the customs duty on imports of gold alloys under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE, aiming to close a loophole exploited by bullion dealers that led to significant market distortions and revenue loss
Meerut Bullion Traders Association discusses proposed jewellery park
Meerut Bullion Traders Association engages in discussions with GJEPC to propose the establishment of a jewellery park
The World Gold Council issues a latest report detailing the state of India's gold market
The World Gold Council (WGC) has published a new report titled ‘India Gold Market - Reform and growth’
Actress Pooja Bedi launched the first ever “Golden Girls Award” to recognise Female Entrepreneurs in the Gem & Jewellery Industry
On the occasion of “International Women’s Day 2023”, the lady’s wing of India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) presented the Golden Girls Awards to recognise & reward all those Women Entrepreneurs, who have attained success in Jewellery Manufacturing, Processing, Designing & Trading Nationally.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds Invests INR 750 crores to Lay the Foundation of its Largest Jewellery Manufacturing Unit in Telangana
This 3.7 acre manufacturing facility has the capacity to produce 10 tonnes gold jewellery and 1.5 lakh carats of diamond jewellery annually
WGC Suggests ‘An SRO for India’s Gold Industry’
Somasundaram PR, Regional CEO, India, World Gold Council states that now’s the right time for the Indian gold industry to have its own SRO and publishes a report
Imports account for 86% of India’s gold supply between 2016-2020: WGC report
Indian official imports have continued to grow despite high import duty, averaging 760t since the first duty hike in 2012
Delhi Jewellery and Gem Fair sees footfall of over 12500 buyers
DJGF was an intrinsic part of the ‘Festival of Business – Ushering Economic Resurgence’ campaign of Informa Markets
