GJEPC’s India-France Jewellery Summit will bring 17 Indian jewellery companies to Paris from October 13 to 15, 2026, to explore partnerships with French luxury brands, opening avenues for design collaboration, private-label manufacturing, and access to European markets, discovers Suneeta Kaul.

At the 11th edition of COUTURE India 2026, businesses across design, branding, packaging, technology, certification and retail services presented solutions aimed at addressing the operational challenges faced by jewellery retailers.

CIBJO 2026 highlights how soaring bullion prices are reshaping jewellery design, purity and retail strategy, with India emerging as a key growth market.

Rahul Desai has announced Season 4 of Loupe Insight, The New Code of Luxury Jewellery, examining luxury retail, customer expectations and strategies for jewellery professionals across India’s jewellery business sector.

Senco Gold & Diamonds has partnered with Olocker to offer free jewellery insurance on qualifying purchases, covering snatching, robbery and housebreaking risks to customers across the retail network.

Rising gold prices are pushing Indian jewellers towards lower-purity jewellery, with 9-carat offerings gaining traction as retailers seek more accessible price points for consumers.

Rising gold prices are influencing festive and wedding jewellery demand, with retailers and consumers showing greater interest in lightweight designs and distinctive chains, according to the report.

IAGES and SPJIMR have launched a six-month executive programme for young gold and jewellery business leaders, covering finance, strategy, technology, governance and family business.

International Institute of Gemology held its 32nd convocation in Mumbai, recognising 150 graduates across gemology, diamonds, jewellery design, manufacturing and retail disciplines.

IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 brought India’s jewellery trade together in Mumbai from August 5 to 10, with sourcing, exports, technology and changing consumer demand shaping business discussions.

With IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 set to expand in scale and ambition, Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman of GJEPC, outlines the strategy for the show, export growth, and industry priorities, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.

The Natural Diamond Council has unveiled a new global consumer-focused strategy to strengthen demand for natural diamonds through category marketing, industry collaboration and consumer engagement, amid changing market dynamics.

The International Institute of Gemology will hold its 32nd Convocation on August 11, 2026 in Mumbai, recognizing 150 graduates and highlighting AI’s role in future gems and jewellery education.

Kalyan Jewellers has opened its first showroom in Baramati, Maharashtra, on July 20, 2026, alongside the launch of a Candere store, expanding its retail presence in the state.