India Gold Metaverse carves a distinct niche in the festive bullion market with the launch of RamMudra – Devya Sona. Crafted from 100 per cent recycled domestic gold and backed by blockchain certainty, the brand offers retailers and buyers a compelling faith story that completes the sacred Dhanteras and Diwali puja traditions.

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.

Senco Gold has signed agreements to acquire a 68% stake in August Jewellery, operator of Melorra, for Rs. 68 crore, strengthening its digital and omnichannel strategy.

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.

Jewellery logistics is moving from a largely trader-to-trader model towards a more organized, regulated and technology-led supply chain. With B2C fulfilment, shipment visibility and faster turnaround gaining importance, logistics providers are having to respond to changing customer expectations, rising shipment volumes and evolving security requirements, says Anand Sen, CEO – Domestic, BVC Logistics, in a conversation with Preeti Kulkarni.

Your most loyal customers probably visit you only twice a year. That one fact should change how independent jewellers think about growth, says Arpit Kala.

As Forevermark accelerates its India expansion, Shweta Harit, Global Senior Vice President, De Beers Group, and CEO, Forevermark, discusses the changing dynamics of natural diamond demand, the growing influence of younger consumers, emerging retail opportunities, and the strategies driving the category’s next phase of growth in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.

Joyalukkas opened Jewel of Joy at Dubai Gold District on October 18, adding a 25,000-square-foot retail destination featuring gold, bridal jewellery, diamonds and precious gemstones.

KISNA Diamond & Gold Jewellery has opened a 4,056 sq. ft. showroom in Bhubaneswar with an investment of approximately Rs 24 crore, taking its India network to 171 outlets.

The lab-grown diamond jewellery startup will use the funds to strengthen its team, marketing and supply chain as it expands its business.

IAGES hosted Trust Circle 2026 in New Delhi, bringing stakeholders from refining, bullion, manufacturing, assaying, hallmarking, retail and digital investment gold together.

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.

With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.