DGSL has introduced a structured insurance appraisal service in India, integrating gemological analysis with global valuation standards, while Atul Jain joins NAJA to align practices with international appraisal frameworks.

Aisshpra Gems & Jewels launched its 15th showroom on April 10, 2026, in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, expanding in Tier-2 markets, introducing ‘Jewel Story’, and strengthening its franchise-led retail growth strategy.

Akoirah rolls out a diamond draw campaign from April 6–19, 2026 across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Pune, offering purchase-linked entries and 20% diamond discounts to drive festive footfall and engagement.

Beau: Jewels marked World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, in Mumbai with an immersive event featuring diamond education, styling sessions and interactive activities to promote transparency and informed purchasing.

Kalyan Jewellers relaunched its redesigned Nashik showroom on April 4, 2026, inaugurated by Tabu, aiming to enhance customer experience through upgraded retail format, expanded collections and standardized pricing benefits.

Forevermark Diamond Jewellery opened a new store in Patna on April 6, 2026, with Neetu Chandra inaugurating the outlet to strengthen regional presence and meet rising demand.

As multiple jewellery trade shows run consecutively across India, exhibitors face repeat buyers, cautious spending, and shorter attention spans, prompting shifts in merchandizing strategies and booth engagement approaches, discovers Dhwani Rathod

With customers entering stores pre-informed and decision-ready, jewellery retailers are witnessing a shift in conversion dynamics, making in-store experience design a critical factor in influencing final purchase outcomes.

GIA has appointed John Cowley as CFO effective April 6, 2026, succeeding David Tearle, who will retire June 30 after 17 years, ensuring leadership continuity and financial oversight.

GIVA’s Heer brand launched its Women’s Day campaign on March 9, 2026, in Bengaluru, using digital content and outdoor activation to shift narratives around women’s representation.

GIVA launched VEDA, a premium jewellery retail format, in Bangalore in March 2026, offering ethically sourced, certified jewellery, private consultations, and made-to-order pieces targeting milestone and occasion-driven purchases.

Gemological Science International and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC launched a Gem Identification Masterclass in India to address rising coloured gemstone demand and strengthen technical expertise among jewellery professionals through structured training.

Lukson launched its Glitch Glam collection in Mumbai on 25 March 2026, introducing EDM-inspired, colour-driven jewellery using SGL-certified lab-grown diamonds to expand design-led offerings in India’s evolving fine jewellery segment.

Sagaramal Jewellers has inaugurated a new showroom at Jagdeo Path, Patna, on March 15, expanding its retail footprint in Bihar with a larger format store offering gold, diamond, and bridal jewellery collections.