From new materials and lightweight designs to emerging suppliers, wider sourcing and stronger seasonal relevance, COUTURE India 2026 showed how the format has evolved, discovers Preeti Kulkarni

The 11th edition of COUTURE India opens in New Delhi with five jewellery leaders, over 100 exhibitors and 700 retailers and buyers from across India.

Divine Solitaires was named ‘Best Diamond Jewellery Brand’ at JewelZ South India 2026, recognizing its focus on quality assurance, standardized pricing and transparency in natural diamond solitaires.

Gold prices remained subdued on September 24 as expectations of further US Federal Reserve rate hikes strengthened, while softer oil prices provided limited support to bullion.

CaratLane is evaluating Australia and the UK for international expansion after gaining traction in the US, where its stores in New Jersey and Texas have shown encouraging performance.

Pune jewellers have reported continued demand for gold and silver Ganapati ornaments during Ganeshotsav, with buyers shifting towards lighter and smaller pieces as precious-metal prices remain elevated.

With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.

Deepa Jewellers’ strong listing reflects robust investor appetite for organised jewellery businesses.

Precious-metal rakhis, coins and lightweight jewellery were the flavour of the season this year, with customers choosing keepsakes with lasting value over chocolates and traditional presents, discovers Preeti Kulkarni

Jewellery demand in Ahmedabad has picked up ahead of Rakshabandhan, with consumers opting for silver rakhis, coins, lightweight gold jewellery and lower-carat products despite high prices.

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart made its stock-market debut on August 24, with shares listing at a premium on BSE and NSE after strong demand for its ?1,700-crore IPO.

Rising gold prices are pushing Indian jewellers towards lower-purity jewellery, with 9-carat offerings gaining traction as retailers seek more accessible price points for consumers.

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India’s gold market is showing signs of recovery in August as prices rebound, jewellery demand improves and retailers rebuild inventories ahead of the festive season, World Gold Council says