Ahead of the India-UK CETA taking effect on July 15, 2026, GJEPC hosted a London Buyer-Seller Meet to connect Indian exporters with UK buyers and expand bilateral gem and jewellery trade.

Strong response from domestic and international trade visitors has prompted GJEPC to extend Phase 1 registration for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 until July 10 ahead of the August exhibition.

VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers has introduced the Parro jewellery collection in Chennai on June 22, drawing inspiration from the parrot motif and combining gold, diamonds, gemstones and enamel with heritage craftsmanship.

VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers will host its first exclusive jewellery exhibition in Mettupalayam on June 19–20, showcasing curated gold, diamond and solitaire collections to expand customer access in the region.

Maliram Jewellers celebrated its 50th anniversary on December 27, 2025 in Amritsar, bringing together industry leaders, trade partners, dignitaries and customers to mark the retailer’s growth across Punjab.

Jos Alukkas inaugurated a new jewellery showroom in Valliyur, Tamil Nadu, on May 2, 2026, strengthening its retail footprint in South India through a high-footfall, transit-linked location strategy.

Jewellery retailers across India face rising dead inventory levels, with 30–40% unsold stock locking capital, driven by changing consumer preferences, rising gold prices, and slower movement of traditional designs.

GJEPC’s IGJS Jaipur 2026, held April 9–11 in Jaipur, hosts 85 companies and over 230 global buyers, reinforcing India’s sourcing position amid geopolitical shifts and evolving trade dynamics.

All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council concluded GJS April 2026 in Mumbai on April 7, reporting 350 exhibitors, 650 booths and 9,000 visitors, driven by Akshay Tritiya demand and industry participation.

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.

GJC will host the 9th GJS from April 4–7 in Mumbai with over 400 exhibitors, Manthan conclave, Mindspeak seminars, and Chief Guest Chandrashekhar Bawankule anchoring the opening.

Jaipur Jewellery Show announces December 21–25, 2026 schedule at JECC, Jaipur, introducing an invite-only preview day to strengthen trade engagement, streamline buyer-seller interactions, and align with global exhibition formats.

Addressing the media, GJC announced the dates of the ninth edition of the India Gem and Jewellery Show, and also took the opportunity to unveil its new logo and identity.

Selective buying defined the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2026 as Southeast Asian and Indian buyers dominated attendance, large diamonds and coloured gemstones saw demand, while overall market sentiment remained cautious.