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.

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.

R.R. Jewellers celebrated its 16th anniversary in Hyderabad on July 27, 2026 with the launch of its Festival Collection, highlighting its retail growth, customer reach and affordable gold jewellery strategy.

Platinum Guild International's Buyer-Seller Meet in Kochi brought together 10 manufacturers and over 70 retailers to align on consumer demand, product innovation and strategies to expand platinum jewellery demand.

GJEPC hosted a networking meet in Tashkent on July 14, bringing Indian gem and jewellery exporters together with Uzbek trade stakeholders to explore partnerships and strengthen bilateral business opportunities.

House of Quadri has introduced The Transitional Edit, a new collection of IGI-certified lab-grown diamond jewellery in 18K gold, designed as versatile fine jewellery for everyday wear and milestone occasions.

Dhirsons has introduced AAROH, a lightweight 14K and 18K gold jewellery collection in July 2026, targeting younger consumers seeking fine jewellery to mark personal milestones and everyday achievements.

PNG Jewellers organized the two-day Pure Bonds Design Excellence 2026 meet in Pune on July 1–2, bringing together 20 mangalsutra manufacturers to streamline product selection before its August Mangalsutra Mahotsav.

Candere, the jewellery brand from Kalyan Jewellers, has appointed Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its brand ambassador, joining Shah Rukh Khan to strengthen its outreach to younger consumers across India.

Aurya Diamonds has opened a new experiential retail store in Koramangala, Bengaluru, expanding its physical presence with a customer-focused format centred on lab-grown diamond jewellery and transparent shopping experiences.

Chandukaka Saraf Jewels has introduced its RITI 2.0 lightweight gold necklace collection ahead of the Vat Purnima and Guru Pushyamrut buying season, alongside festive offers across Maharashtra showrooms.

Akoirah by Augmont has launched its Bling Bang Sale from June 15 to July 19 2026, offering up to 40% off on laboratory-grown diamond jewellery across its retail stores.

India’s platinum jewellery demand increased 4% in 2025 despite economic headwinds and elevated gold prices, driven by wedding jewellery, men’s jewellery and retailer expansion, according to Platinum Guild International.

Treasures by Tiara has launched a flagship store and The Treasures Café in Mumbai’s Cumballa Hill, introducing an experience-led retail format that combines jewellery discovery with hospitality and customer engagement.