Hyderabad-based Goyaz secures its first institutional funding to expand retail presence, strengthen design and manufacturing, and accelerate its position in the affordable occasion-led jewellery category.

Lucira Jewelry, a design-first fine jewellery brand founded by industry veterans Rupesh and Vandana Jain, has raised $5.5 million in seed funding, marking the largest-ever seed round for a jewellery startup in India.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met on Friday to address the sharp rise in US tariffs on Indian jewellery, which now stand at 25%–32%, threatening the export segment. Discussions covered the scale of the impact, the need to explore legal and operational intricacies, and long-term strategies to protect the sector.

The Reserve Bank of India’s recently updated rules on gold-backed lending have sparked concern among policymakers and financial experts, who warn that the new requirements could inadvertently cut off access to credit for millions of informal and rural borrowers.

With gold prices touching new highs, Surat's jewellery manufacturing industry is seeking formal recognition for a more affordable category: 10 karat gold

PRET by Couture India 2025 showcased a bold evolution in India's jewellery industry, with vibrant ready-to-wear collections that redefine luxury for every occasion, signalling a powerful shift beyond traditional bridal markets

The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex body representing the Indian gem and jewellery industry, has announced its new leadership for the term 2025-26

GI tags have the potential to revolutionize India’s jewellery industry by preserving traditional craftsmanship, enhancing global recognition of regional products, boosting the livelihood of artisans, and promoting sustainable growth. Additionally, GI-tagged jewellery can be positioned as premium, authentic offerings carrying cultural and historical significance, which can give a leg-up to jewellery exports, says Suneeta Kaul

India’s gold market is witnessing a significant boost in demand following a major reduction in import duties

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has been awarded the prestigious Responsible Jewellery House Award at the 2023-24 India Gold Conference, recognizing the company's commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability in the jewellery industry

The Indian government is pushing for revisions to the India-UAE Free Trade Agreement, following recommendations from the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) to withdraw duty concessions on precious metals and jewellery

The Indian government is expected to increase the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on gold and silver from 3% to 5%. This anticipated hike follows recent reductions in the basic customs duty, as outlined in the latest Budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget has been hailed by the gems and jewellery industry, with stakeholders calling the duty cuts a long-awaited step in the right direction

The company recently received the esteemed 'Compliance and Risk Management Team of the Year 2023-24' award at the 13th Annual Legal Era-Indian Legal Awards