Dead Inventory: The Rs 100 Crore Challenge Inside Jewellery Showrooms
Jewellery retailers across India face rising dead inventory levels, with 30–40% unsold stock locking capital, driven by changing consumer preferences, rising gold prices, and slower movement of traditional designs.
De Beers Group partners with Suryakumar Yadav for brand association
De Beers Group announced an association with cricketer Suryakumar Yadav on April 6, 2026, positioning natural diamonds alongside themes of resilience, time, and individuality to strengthen consumer connect in India.
Buyer Fatigue Tests Exhibitors Amid Back-to-Back Trade Shows
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
From Footfall to Conversion: How In-Store Experience Is Becoming the Real Differentiator
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.
Heer by GIVA Launches Women’s Day Campaign ‘She Is Not a Campaign’
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.
GemGenève to showcase emerging designers at 10th edition in May 2026
GemGenève will present eight emerging designers at its 10th edition from May 7–10, 2026 in Geneva, highlighting new talent through the Designers’ Village alongside global industry participation.
Aamir Khan commissions bespoke aquamarine and ruby rings from QWEEN ahead of launch
Aamir Khan commissions two bespoke rings for Gauri Spratt from QWEEN in Bangalore ahead of its May 2026 launch, while also joining the brand as a strategic investor.
De Beers, Sotheby’s Present 28.88-ct Jwaneng Diamond Ahead of Hong Kong Sale
De Beers and Sotheby’s unveiled a 28.88-carat Type IIa diamond from Jwaneng, set for Hong Kong auction, underscoring rarity, provenance and sustained demand for high-value natural diamonds in Asia.
IIJS Bharat – Tritiya 2026 Set to Open in Bengaluru Ahead of Akshaya Tritiya Buying Season
GJEPC will host the fourth edition of IIJS Bharat - Tritiya and IGJME Bharat - Tritiya from March 21-23, 2026 in Bengaluru, bringing 1,100+ exhibitors and retailers ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.
Jaipur Jewellery Show 2026 sets dates, adds trade-only preview day
Jaipur Jewellery Show announces December 21–25, 2026 schedule at JECC, Jaipur, introducing an invite-only preview day to strengthen trade engagement, streamline buyer-seller interactions, and align with global exhibition formats.
Ninth edition of India Gem and Jewellery Show to be held in first week of April
Addressing the media, GJC announced the dates of the ninth edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show, and also took the opportunity to unveil its new logo and identity.
AWDC Raises Consumer Awareness on Natural and Synthetic Diamond Disclosure
Antwerp World Diamond Centre held a public awareness initiative on March 10, 2026 at Antwerpen-Centraal station, highlighting risks of misrepresentation in diamond jewellery sales and calling for clearer disclosure standards.
The Rise of Lightweight, High-Rotation Jewellery — A Detailed Industry Perspective for Experienced Retailers
Changing consumer behaviour, rising gold prices and faster buying cycles are driving demand for lightweight, high-rotation jewellery, forcing retailers to rethink inventory planning, merchandising strategies and sales approaches.
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery Featured at London Fashion Week Presentation
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery partnered Raw Mango’s Fall Winter 2026 show at London Fashion Week, London, on February 23, 2026, supporting natural diamond promotion through international fashion industry collaboration and visibility.
CaratLane Showcases Jewellery at New York Fashion Week 2026
CaratLane presented eight natural diamond jewellery looks at New York Fashion Week on February 16, 2026 in Chelsea Piers, marking its first international runway showcase and expanding global market presence.
