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Apr 25, 2026 341 views

Future of the Jewellery Industry in India: Trends Shaping 2026–2030

Lab-grown diamonds, sustainable gold, digital-first retail, and Gen Z buyers — the Indian jewellery industry is transforming. A look at the trends and technologies shaping the next 5 years.

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Apr 24, 2026 243 views

Gold Price Calculation Formula in India: How Jewellers Bill You (2026 Guide)

The exact formula: (gold weight × purity rate) + making charges + 3% GST on gold + 5% GST on making. Worked examples for 10g, 50g, and 100g — verify your bill in 2 minutes.

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Apr 21, 2026 154 views

How to Spot Fake Gold Hallmarks in India (2026 Detection Guide)

Counterfeit BIS hallmarks have become more sophisticated since 2021. Six tests catch the vast majority of fakes — visual checks, BIS Care app, magnetic and density tests.

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Apr 19, 2026 406 views

IBJA vs MCX vs International Gold Rates: How to Read Gold Price Data in India

India has three gold price benchmarks — IBJA spot, MCX futures and international LBMA. They quote different prices for different purposes. Understanding which to use when shopping, investing or selling is the key skill for any Indian gold buyer.

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Apr 16, 2026 693 views

Tamil Nadu Temple Jewellery: A Complete Guide to Styles, Centres & Where to Buy

Discover the history, styles, and craftsmanship of Tamil Nadu's iconic temple jewellery — from Nattukotai Nagarathar traditions to Kumbakonam workshops and what to look for when buying authentic pieces.

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Apr 12, 2026 299 views

Gujarati Jewellery Traditions: Styles, Wedding Customs & Where to Shop

Gujarat's jewellery tradition spans delicate gold filigree, bold tribal silver, and the iconic Navratri jewellery culture. This guide explores Gujarati jewellery styles, community-specific customs, and buying advice.

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Apr 09, 2026 668 views

Why Gold Rates Are Different in Different Cities of India (2026 Explainer)

Mumbai vs Delhi vs Chennai gold rates can differ ₹50–₹500 per gram. The transport, taxation, and association factors that create city-level price variation.

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Apr 09, 2026 211 views

Jewelry Photography Guide for Sellers: From Smartphone to Studio-Quality Images (2026)

In 2026, the first interaction a potential customer has with your jewelry is almost certainly visual — a photograph on Instagram, a product listing on Amazon or Flipkart, a WhatsApp catalog shared by...

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Apr 07, 2026 233 views

Pricing Transparency Best Practices for Jewelers: Building Trust Through Open Pricing (2026)

The Indian jewelry industry has historically operated under a veil of pricing opacity. Making charges were quoted arbitrarily, gold rates were "store rates" that bore uncertain relationship to market...

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Apr 07, 2026 614 views

Why Gold Is More Expensive in India Than the International Price (2026)

Indian gold prices are always higher than the international London spot price. Import duty (15%), GST (3%), currency conversion and the IBJA premium all add up. This guide shows exactly how the India premium is calculated.

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Apr 05, 2026 348 views

Jewelry Insurance for Business Owners: Protecting Your Stock, Store, and Livelihood (2026)

On the night of March 15, 2025, a fire broke out in the electrical panel of Mangal Jewellers in Kanpur's Birhana Road — one of the city's busiest jewelry market areas. By the time firefighters control...

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Apr 04, 2026 270 views

Customer Dispute Resolution for Jewelers: Prevention, Mediation, and Legal Guide (2026)

In three decades of running a jewelry business in Jaipur, Mahesh Chand Soni has faced exactly 847 customer complaints. He knows the number because he logs every single one. "Each complaint is a gift w...

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Apr 04, 2026 102 views

How to Test Gold Purity at Home in India: 8 Methods That Actually Work

Suspicious about a gold piece? Several home tests can tell you if gold is real — though none replace professional assay for certainty. This guide covers the 8 most accessible purity tests, what they reveal, and their limitations.

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Apr 03, 2026 56 views

Jewelry Store Compliance Guide 2026: BIS, GST, PMLA, and Everything Indian Jewelers Must Follow

The regulatory environment for Indian jewelry retail has undergone a seismic shift over the past five years. What was once a largely informal industry with minimal government oversight has transformed...

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Apr 03, 2026 118 views

Silver Hallmarking in India 2026: BIS HUID Rules for Buyers and Jewellers

BIS mandatory hallmarking for silver is rolling out in India. This guide explains what the new silver HUID means for buyers — how to verify purity, spot non-compliant silver and what jewellers must do.

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