9-Carat Gold Gains Ground in India’s Jewellery Market
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.
Old Gold Jewellery Sale Can Trigger Capital Gains Tax
Selling old gold jewellery can trigger capital gains tax, but buying new jewellery with the proceeds does not automatically offset the liability under Indian income-tax rules for taxpayers.
Keemti Jewels Opens Third Delhi-NCR Store
Keemti Jewels has opened its third Delhi-NCR store in Gurgaon in August 2026, taking its India retail network to 11 stores as the lab-grown diamond brand expands nationwide.
India’s gold market shows signs of recovery as demand improves
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
Kalamandir opens largest Platinum Experience Zone in Vadodara
Kalamandir Jewellers has opened a 1,000-plus sq ft Platinum Experience Zone at its Vadodara flagship, expanding its dedicated platinum retail format across Gujarat.
"One Store Is a Hobby, Not a Business": Saurabh Gadgil on PNG, the IPO, and Writing 'Choosing Gold'
Gadgil on family restructuring, budget-conscious gold buying, bridging legacy with a digital-first generation, and why his new book, Choosing Gold, is his story first and a PNG story second.
Gold prices shape festive jewellery buying as retailers focus on chains
Rising gold prices are influencing festive and wedding jewellery demand, with retailers and consumers showing greater interest in lightweight designs and distinctive chains, according to the report.
Indriya names Krithi Shetty South India brand ambassador
Indriya from Aditya Birla Jewellery has appointed actor Krithi Shetty as brand ambassador for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka, launching its Varalakshmi campaign ahead of the festive season.
Gold hallmarking may get ‘sold’ tag linked to HUID
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.
Rokde Jewellers targets national expansion with new brand identity
Rokde Jewellers has introduced a new brand identity through a campaign featuring Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh, as the Nagpur-based retailer prepares to expand beyond Vidarbha.
PNG Jewellers rebrands LiteStyle as Yoou
PNG Jewellers has rebranded its lightweight diamond jewellery brand LiteStyle as Yoou, with the business planning to expand its presence from 13 outlets to 100 stores by 2030.
IAGES marks first anniversary with 140+ accredited partners
IAGES marked its first anniversary on August 8 in Mumbai, reporting 140+ accredited partners across 750+ stores in 235+ cities and continued efforts to strengthen gold industry standards.
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 puts retail, exports and technology in focus
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.
IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 The Catalyst for India’s $100-Billion Jewellery Export Ambition
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.
QWEEN Partners with Perfect Corp. for AI-Powered Virtual Jewellery Try-On
QWEEN has partnered with Perfect Corp. to introduce AI- and AR-powered virtual jewellery try-on in India, enabling customers to view jewellery digitally across desktop and mobile before purchase.
