Poonam Soni launched the Brace-Watch in Mumbai in December 2025, collaborating with artist Nawaz Modi Singhania to introduce a trademarked bracelet-watch format expanding her collectible jewellery portfolio.

Over four days, IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 saw brisk business take place at JWCC; retailers focused on couture differentiation, lightweight gold, gemstone statements, and silver jewellery, reflecting evolving buying behaviour across daily-wear, bridal, and emerging categories.

At IIJS Bharat Signature 2026, designers point to lightweight couture, standout gemstone statements, and modernized classics as key directions shaping the next phase of high-end jewellery, discovers Dhwani Rathod.

JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.

The JJS–IJ Design Awards Jury Meet evaluated 135 finalists from 834 entries across 30 cities, unveiling new categories that reflect India’s evolving design landscape.

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.

As Ganesh Chaturthi ushers in a season of devotion, joy and celebration, jewellery brands are rolling out festive collections that blend tradition with modern design. This year, Lukson Jewels, Aupulent Jewellery and Nishani Studio have introduced curated selections that offer a mix of sustainability, luxury and affordability for those looking to elevate their festive wardrobe or gift loved ones.

True Diamond, one of India’s fastest-growing lab-grown diamond jewellery brands, has debuted Noida’s first-ever retail space dedicated exclusively to rings.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s fifth-largest jewellery retailer, has inaugurated its largest and most advanced integrated jewellery manufacturing unit in Hyderabad. Spanning 3.45 lakh sq. ft. and employing over 2,750 artisans, the state-of-the-art facility significantly boosts the group’s global manufacturing capacity and reflects its long-term vision of positioning India as a hub for world-class jewellery craftsmanship

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

As women evolve, so does jewellery. Indian brands have remained in step with the changing needs of the modern woman, crafting Women's Day collections that defy traditional norms. These designs go beyond adornment, resonating with women who juggle multiple roles, finds out Priyanka Talreja Garegrat

This year, Nishani, a customizable jewellery brand, offers a collection featuring modular, mix-and-match designs that allow for personal expression

Kirtilals has expanded its presence in Kerala with the opening of a new showroom in Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram. The showroom features a dedicated Bridal Studio, offering a personalized experience for bridal jewellery shopping with advanced customization technology

Kirtilals has expanded its presence with the opening of its 14th retail showroom in Rajahmundry on 12th October 2024. The showroom offers a wide selection of diamond and gold jewellery, from everyday items to bridal collections