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

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart Limited's IPO received 0.69 times subscription on August 17 in Mumbai, with strong anchor investor participation ahead of the issue's August 19 closing.

IIJS 2026 ended with healthy buyer attendance and active enquiries, while retailers remained selective on quantities, focusing on immediate demand, inventory rotation and festive requirements.

Titan’s jewellery business grew 39% in Q1FY27, while buyer growth, premium products and store expansion supported the earnings outlook despite elevated gold prices and margin pressures.

IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 brought India’s jewellery trade together in Mumbai from August 5 to 10, with sourcing, exports, technology and changing consumer demand shaping business discussions.

With IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 set to expand in scale and ambition, Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman of GJEPC, outlines the strategy for the show, export growth, and industry priorities, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

The Natural Diamond Council has unveiled a new global consumer-focused strategy to strengthen demand for natural diamonds through category marketing, industry collaboration and consumer engagement, amid changing market dynamics.