BIS Raises Gold Hallmarking Fee To Rs 75 Per Article
he Bureau of Indian Standards has raised the hallmarking fee for gold jewellery to Rs 75 per article from Rs 45, increasing the compliance cost for jewellers while retaining the silver fee at Rs 35.
PNGS Launches Ganeshotsav Collection Under ‘Dagina Maharashtra-cha’
P. N. Gadgil & Sons has introduced silver Ganpati idols, puja essentials and traditional Maharashtrian gold jewellery as part of its Ganeshotsav campaign under ‘Dagina Maharashtra-cha’.
Studded Gold Jewellery Drives Gem And Jewellery Exports In August
India’s gem and jewellery exports rose 3.14% to $2.30 billion in August, led by a 51.22% increase in studded gold jewellery exports, while plain gold and silver jewellery remained under pressure.
Gold, Silver Demand Holds up During Ganeshotsav Despite High Prices
Pune jewellers have reported continued demand for gold and silver Ganapati ornaments during Ganeshotsav, with buyers shifting towards lighter and smaller pieces as precious-metal prices remain elevated.
FTAs Are Opening a New Chapter for India’s Jewellery Exports
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.
CaratLane Looks Beyond Affordable Jewellery to Drive Growth
Titan-owned jewellery brand plans to expand beyond its traditional sub-?50,000 positioning, targeting higher-ticket diamond and gemstone purchases as it charts its next phase of growth.
CIBJO 2026: Rising Gold Prices Push Jewellery Towards Lighter, Lower-Carat Designs
CIBJO 2026 highlights how soaring bullion prices are reshaping jewellery design, purity and retail strategy, with India emerging as a key growth market.
Mithila Palkar Leads Gargi’s Silver Festive Campaign
The campaign positions 925 sterling silver as a versatile choice for festive dressing, everyday style and meaningful gifting.
Goldman Sachs Sees Gold Rally Resuming, Calls USD 4,000 A Key Floor
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.
Zi Debuts With A Contemporary Take On Silver Jewellery
The new design house is entering the category with 925 sterling silver and a design-led proposition aimed at making premium jewellery part of everyday dressing.
Rajlaxmi Jewellers Partners With ‘Toxic’, Takes Film Association In-Store
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.
VBJ Launches ‘The Bangle Beauties’ With 10,000+ Designs
Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers’ month-long bangle festival brings together gold, silver, diamond and platinum designs, with customisation and occasion-led collections.
Apala by Sumit Returns to Kolkata After Three-Year Gap
Delhi-based silver jewellery label Apala by Sumit will showcase its collections in Kolkata at Taj Bengal, marking its return to the city after three years, in a event titled 'Calcutta Wears Apala'.
Govt Weighs Gold, Silver Import Duty Cut
The government is considering reducing gold and silver import duties after the 15% levy failed to curb imports and was linked to growth in India’s grey market.
Silver Jewellery Hallmarking May Become Mandatory From October
The government plans to make silver jewellery hallmarking mandatory from October 2026, expanding BIS oversight as silver consumption, prices and jewellery trade volumes rise.
