At the 11th edition of COUTURE India 2026, businesses across design, branding, packaging, technology, certification and retail services presented solutions aimed at addressing the operational challenges faced by jewellery retailers.

LIMIRA has entered India’s jewellery market with three lab-grown diamond collections, offering gender-neutral designs in 9KT and 14KT gold through a digital-first retail model.

The India International Jewellery Awards 2026 have received around 200 nominations, spanning jewellery brands, retailers, manufacturers, and professionals across multiple industry categories.

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.

Derewala Industries chairman’s re-election strengthens India’s representation in the global jewellery industry

The partnership with Perfect Corp. brings hyper-realistic augmented reality to QWEEN’s digital platform, covering up to 2,300 jewellery SKUs.

Deepa Jewellers’ strong listing reflects robust investor appetite for organised jewellery businesses.

Strong jewellery sales and higher store footfall at Titan indicate that consumer demand for gold remains resilient despite calls to curb purchases and a higher import duty.

GRT Jewellers has agreed to acquire 74.12% of listed retailer Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri for Rs 1,033.71 crore, taking control of the 162-year-old brand and expanding its pan-India retail footprint.

Shankesh Jewellers made its stock-market debut on August 25, with shares listing at a premium on NSE and BSE after its INR 367.18 crore IPO was subscribed 2.8 times.

Madhya Pradesh-based Kataria Jewellers has filed its DRHP with SEBI for an IPO comprising 16 million fresh equity shares, with proceeds earmarked for stores, debt repayment and corporate purposes.

Deepa Jewellers will open its maiden IPO on September 1, offering fresh shares and an offer-for-sale to fund working capital, inventory and corporate requirements.

Priority Jewels Limited's Rs 91.50 crore IPO opens August 28 and closes September 1, with the Mumbai-based B2B jewellery manufacturer listing on NSE and BSE on September 4.

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.