From new materials and lightweight designs to emerging suppliers, wider sourcing and stronger seasonal relevance, COUTURE India 2026 showed how the format has evolved, discovers Preeti Kulkarni

The 11th edition of COUTURE India opens in New Delhi with five jewellery leaders, over 100 exhibitors and 700 retailers and buyers from across India.

Jaipur jeweller Sunil Kothari has been named the BJP’s candidate for Jaipur mayor, with the formal election scheduled for September 25 and the final declaration expected after the voting process.

EKARAA Jewellery has introduced a gifting collection of fine diamond jewellery in 9kt gold, spanning rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings, with select pieces available for customization.

Gold prices eased as higher oil prices raised inflation concerns and strengthened expectations that central banks may keep interest rates elevated for longer, weighing on the non-yielding asset.

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.

The campaign positions 925 sterling silver as a versatile choice for festive dressing, everyday style and meaningful gifting.

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.

Rising gold prices are prompting Indian consumers to sell old jewellery for cash, while organised jewellers expand cash-for-gold programmes to increase recycled gold supply.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has urged Jaipur and Yamanashi jewellery associations to deepen technology and investment cooperation during a meeting with a Japanese delegation

GIA Alumni Collective hosts networking event during IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma unveiled the JJS 2026 theme poster on July 31 in Jaipur and accepted the invitation to inaugurate the exhibition on December 22.

Dassani Brothers will unveil its GATSBY and RAAGINI collections on August 5 at IIJS Premiere 2026 in Mumbai, presenting Polki and Jadau jewellery featuring its signature open-setting technique.

Sitapura Gems and Jewellery Industry Association inaugurated its new Jugal Kishore Gupta Tower in Jaipur on July 29, bringing together leaders from GJEPC, NGJCI and GJC to strengthen industry collaboration.