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The Gem & Jewellery India International Fair (GJIIF) 2026 concluded in Chennai on a historic high, setting new benchmarks with record exhibitor and visitor participation, diverse jewellery collections, strong corporate buyer presence and expanding national and international reach. Organised by MJDTA in association with TNJF and managed by United Exhibitions, the fair announced its next edition for 18–20 March 2027 at Chennai Trade Centre.

The GIA Board of Governors’ India visit brings industry leaders together at the ongoing ‘India in Brilliance’ evening at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention Centre on October 14, 2026.

India’s gem and jewellery exports reached US$ 2.95 billion in September 2026, registering 9.43% growth in US dollar terms. During April–September 2026, exports totalled US$ 14.30 billion, supported by growth in studded gold jewellery, silver jewellery and polished lab-grown diamonds, according to GJEPC.

The Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (KGSMA) has rejected the proposed post-Diwali implementation of UPI MDR charges, demanding complete withdrawal. Around 4,000 gold traders participated in statewide protests on October 13 against the proposed charges.

The UPI and Services Steering Committee has deferred MDR charges on select P2M UPI transactions until after Diwali. CAIT welcomed the decision, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for considering traders’ concerns.

The Navratri Edit X DAIMANTÉ explores the spirit of the festive season through contemporary jewellery inspired by meaningful symbols of strength, wisdom, growth, protection, positivity, luck and new beginnings.

PNG Jewellers brings its 194-year legacy to Ayodhya with its 81st store, inaugurated by Kangana Ranaut, featuring the exclusive Ram Katha collection and gold, diamond, temple and bridal jewellery.

Divine Solitaires concludes The Solitaire Festival of India (TSFI) 2026 at Ranka Jewellers, Chinchwad, Pune, with bumper prize winner Mr. Amardeep Jinde receiving a brand-new XUV 7XO.

Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association (KGSMA) presents Vision 2030, a comprehensive roadmap to protect legitimate jewellers, strengthen small businesses, promote gold recycling, encourage innovation and transform Kerala into a leading gold and jewellery trade and manufacturing hub.

The 57th GST Council has recommended measures to accelerate GST refunds, reduce penalties, simplify registration and return filing, and improve input tax credit reconciliation. The proposed reforms could strengthen cash flow, reduce compliance costs and support India’s gem and jewellery manufacturers, exporters, wholesalers, retailers and MSMEs.