The World Gold Council’s immersive experience combines gold’s history, investment performance and virtual jewellery trials to engage Gen Z, encourage lifestyle-led purchases and create new opportunities for jewellery retailers. Preeti Kulkarni finds out how the initiative aims to reshape the way younger consumers perceive gold jewellery.

GJEPC commenced construction of India Jewellery Park Mumbai at Mahape, Navi Mumbai, on October 25, 2026. The 21.3-acre project, with an estimated investment potential of Rs. 50,000 crore and capacity to generate around one lakh direct and indirect jobs, aims to consolidate jewellery manufacturing, skilled labour and allied services in an integrated industrial hub.

GJEPC commenced construction of India Jewellery Park Mumbai at Mahape, Navi Mumbai, on October 25, 2026. The 21.3-acre project, with an estimated investment potential of Rs. 50,000 crore and capacity to generate around one lakh direct and indirect jobs, aims to consolidate jewellery manufacturing, skilled labour and allied services in an integrated industrial hub.

India’s silver jewellery manufacturers could see faster import approvals following the DGFT’s move to simplify authorization procedures for specified silver products. The change may improve sourcing predictability and production planning; however, customs duties and import restrictions remain unchanged, finds out Suneeta Kaul.

The Finance Ministry reduces duty drawback rates for gold jewellery exports by 3.1% and silver jewellery and articles by nearly 9%, revising the rates announced in July 2026.

The Kanpur-based jeweller’s recognition highlights its social initiatives, including support for para-badminton players through She by Kashi, and its focus on community welfare and inclusivity.

The government has ended a tax benefit for banks importing gold, silver and platinum, bringing these shipments under the 3% Integrated GST levy from April 1, 2026, to ensure parity across import channels

Chirag Thakkar of Amrapali Group told media that crude oil movements could influence gold and silver prices, while festive demand and investment interest remain key market factors.

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

Strong jewellery sales and higher store footfall at Titan indicate that consumer demand for gold remains resilient despite calls to curb purchases and a higher import duty.

Goldman Sachs’ Tony Kim expects gold’s current pause to give way to fresh highs, with sustained central-bank buying providing strong structural support for prices.

The Patna-based jeweller has launched a 10-day in-store activation around the film, combining jewellery visibility with a purchase-linked movie ticket offer.

The government is considering changes to its gold deposit framework, including a role for jewellers, to bring more privately held gold into the financial system and reduce import dependence.

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.