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.

Mahabir Danwar Jewellers concluded the fifth season of Couple No. 1 in Kolkata, bringing 11 finalist couples together and unveiling its Rajwada bridal jewellery collection.

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.

The 11th edition of COUTURE India opens in New Delhi with five jewellery leaders, over 100 exhibitors and 700 retailers and buyers from across India.

Divine Solitaires was named ‘Best Diamond Jewellery Brand’ at JewelZ South India 2026, recognizing its focus on quality assurance, standardized pricing and transparency in natural diamond solitaires.

The 14th Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair will bring 650-plus exhibitors to Bharat Mandapam from September 26-28, with a focus on value-conscious jewellery, silver and technology.

Tanishq has launched advertising campaigns on ChatGPT Ads in India, using the platform to reach consumers exploring gold exchange and wedding jewellery ahead of the festive and wedding season.

Jaipur jeweller Sunil Kothari has been named the BJP’s candidate for Jaipur mayor, with the formal election scheduled for September 25 and the final declaration expected after the voting process.

Divine Solitaires concluded its month-long Solitaire Festival of India 2026 with participation from 200+ partner jewellers across 100+ cities, combining natural diamond solitaire sales with consumer rewards.

Rising gold prices are prompting Indian consumers to sell old jewellery for cash, while organised jewellers expand cash-for-gold programmes to increase recycled gold supply.

Organized jewellers are expanding cash-for-gold programmes ahead of the festive season as elevated bullion prices affect fresh demand and retailers seek greater access to recycled gold.

Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas marked its first anniversary at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai, with an event highlighting Jaipur jewellery heritage, archival designs and the brand’s Mumbai presence.

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.

Khandelwal Jewellers marked 16 years of supporting employees’ children’s education this Independence Day, covering school fees and learning expenses for more than 75 students annually.