Union Budget 2026-27 makes a strong push for MSMEs, with a Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund; besides, it enables faster payments via mandatory TReDS for CPSE purchases. Overall, the Budget emphasizes fiscal prudence, infrastructure creation, and ease of doing business. For a sector navigating global uncertainty, shifting consumer preferences, and rising compliance standards, it is stability that the enabler.

Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas enters the Middle East with a flagship in Doha, unveiled alongside Al Darwish Jewellery and inaugurated by global icon Sushmita Sen, marking a key milestone for the Jaipur maison.

The audacious heist at the Louvre in France, targeting a priceless collection of high jewellery, has sent shockwaves across the global luxury industry. Beyond the brazenness of the act, the incident has ignited concerns about security and trust in the world of haute joaillerie.

From the salons of the Roaring Twenties, to the showcases of today’s boldest designers, Art Deco jewellery is making a glittering comeback — one that is anything but nostalgic, finds out Priyanka Talreja Garegrat.

Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s leading jewellery retailers, strengthened its presence in Assam with the launch of a new showroom at K.C Gogoi Path, Khalimari, Dibrugarh. The store was inaugurated by actor Genelia Deshmukh, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion in the Northeast.

Anmol Jewellers has announced the launch of Anmol Accents, a new line of everyday-luxury jewellery designed for the modern Indian woman.

In a unique blend of nostalgia, pop culture, and luxury, Ahmedabad’s jewellery market is experiencing a surprising new trend: gold pendants inspired by the globally popular Labubu toy.

Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s leading jewellery brands, has expanded its footprint in the Delhi NCR region with the launch of a new showroom near Metro Station 50 in Noida

In a landmark move for jewellery innovation, Platinum Guild International (PGI) has announced the commercial debut of the world’s first 3D-printed platinum jewellery collection. Titled Tùsaire—the Scottish Gaelic word for “pioneer”—the collection marks a major leap forward in the use of additive manufacturing in precious metal jewellery design

In an industry often dominated by surface embellishments and mass production, Rata by Pratiksha Tandon offers a radically different vision — one where jewellery is handwoven, not embroidered, and every bead tells a story of patience, intention, and artistry. With a freeform technique that sets it apart from traditional crafts like zardozi and adda, Rata is carving a niche in contemporary Indian design by embracing slowness, sustainability, and soul

Isha Ambani made a stunning appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, once again turning heads with her elegant yet bold fashion choices. Dressed in a bespoke outfit by celebrated Indian designer Anamika Khanna, the Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. executive director embodied this year’s theme of Black Dandyism with a unique mix of traditional Indian artistry and contemporary styling

P. N. Gadgil & Sons (PNGS), one of India’s oldest jewellers, has returned to its historic roots with the opening of a new showroom on Pune’s Laxmi Road. The move marks a significant milestone in the brand’s 193-year history, bringing it back to the location where it originally began operations

IIJS Tritiya 2025, held in Bengaluru, showcased the resilience and innovation of India’s gem and jewellery industry amid global headwinds. With cautious, yet committed buyers, strategic government support — including the announcement of a proposed mega jewellery park — and a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and technology, the show reinforced India’s growing stature in global jewellery trade

IIJS Signature 2025, hosted by GJEPC in Mumbai, has emerged as a landmark event in the jewellery industry, drawing over 25,000 trade visitors from 800+ Indian cities and 60 countries, with more than 1,500 exhibitors and 3,000 stalls. The event, which opened its doors in Mumbai today, underscores India's rising prominence in the global jewellery market, blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology and international collaborations