Gemological Science International conducted a Jewellery Excellence Workshop in Indore, training senior retail teams across Madhya Pradesh to improve product knowledge, customer engagement, and handling of laboratory-grown diamond queries.

As bridal tastes evolve, and retail cycles shorten, India’s polki industry is being redesigned for lighter wear, faster movement and commercial relevance, transforming a heritage craft into a modern retail category, says Dhwani Rathod.

Pret jewellery is turning out to be a major focus area during IIJS Bharat Signature 2026; exhibitors say it offers several advantages to retailers – it is design-led, the stock moves faster, and the working-capital exposure is low, finds out Khursheed Mistry.

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.

GJEPC initiates a nationwide workshop series beginning at Mumbai’s Zaveri Bazaar, offering practical guidance on export processes, compliance, and government support to help MSMEs and non-exporting members tap global jewellery markets.

DP Jewellers organised its first jewellery masterclass in Indore, offering over 55 participants expert guidance on styling, gemstone pairing, and maintenance techniques, further strengthening the brand’s commitment to customer education and trust.

Golubhai Badalia Diamonds , Kolkata, operates on both sides of the trade — as a manufacturer and as a retailer. The company offers valuable insights into how India’s festive season shapes the future of design, production, and consumer trust.

The Gemological Science International (GSI) Colored Stone Professional (CSP) Diploma programme recently took its students on an immersive journey to Sri Lanka’s renowned Rakwana Gem Deposit, offering first-hand exposure to gemstone mining, processing, and trading.

The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, inaugurated its newly modernised campus, marking a significant step towards shaping the future of India’s jewellery education and skill development.

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG), one of India’s leading gem and jewellery education institutions, has unveiled an engaging and interactive campaign at IIJS 2025, giving visitors a chance to win a course worth Rs. 1,00,000 — all by leveraging a simple selfie and the strength of their social media network.

British luxury jewellery brand Anayah, renowned for blending South Asian heritage with contemporary design, has taken a significant step towards gender inclusivity by hiring its first female artisans in India—a move that challenges long-standing norms in the traditionally male-dominated jewellery-making sector

The jewellery industry, long associated with artistry and tradition, is now setting gold standards in workplace culture, employee engagement, and leadership, finds out Priyanka Talreja Gagregrat

India’s jewellery industry is on the brink of a transformative era, driven by economic expansion, rising consumer demand, and a shift towards organized retail

Jewellery brand Orra has strengthened its presence in the national capital region with the launch of its second store in Gurugram at Good Earth Sixty9