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APGJF 2024 is a resounding success

State’s Largest B2B jewellery exhibition helps consolidate Vijayawada’s
position as a key GJ hub

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Andhra Pradesh’s largest B2B jewellery exhibition, ANDHRA PRADESH GEM AND JEWELLERY FAIR (APGJF) 2024, held between December 13th and 15th at SS Convention Centre, Vijayawada, soared to new heights this year.Large crowds thronged the venue on all the three days and almost all the exhibitors were extremely satisfied with the brisk business transactions that they concluded and the network of new contacts they could establish.

APGJF is jointly organized by India’s premier jewellery exhibition management company United Exhibitions and AP Bullion Gold Silver & Diamonds Merchants Association.

The show began with the grand Inauguration Ceremony attended by the Chief Guest Dr. Ponguru Narayana, Hon’ble Minister of Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Govt of Andhra Pradesh. at the inaugural ceremony the chief guest was accompanied by the esteemed leaders from the Indian jewellery industry.

This year’s show brought together over 200 of India’s top and renowned jewellery manufacturers, wholesalers and technology service providers under one roof with over 9,600 visitors from across the Southern states and other parts of India. On display were over 5,00,000 designs displaying innovation and creativity and provided perfect options to the retailers as they prepare for the forthcoming festive and wedding season for the people from Telugu states.

K. Vijay Kumar, State President, APBGSDMA, said, “The buying spirit at the exhibition was consistently high on all three days after a fantastic start! APGJF 2024 saw a remarkable turnout of visitors from across the region, covering the spectrum of retail businesses from large corporate chains to small, single store retailers. This is a clear sign that the show serves a very important need in the region. We are confident that it will continue to grow.”

Shantilal Jain, State Chief Organizer, APBGSDMA said that Vijayawada is now gaining recognition as a key hub of the gem and jewellery industry. “Visitors were highly appreciative of the vast variety of choices which they had. They also reacted positively to the innovation and creativity in new designs that gave contemporary look to the traditional southern ornaments. APGJF is being seen as an important platform in the B2B supply chain for Telugu states.”

APGJF also won praise for its business-friendly environment with strict B2B norms implemented in regulating entry, along with a number of key networking and knowledge-sharing events that provided space for interaction and exchange of ideas and information.

V.K. Manoj, Project Director, United Exhibitions said  “We made every effort to ensure the success of the show by adhering to the highest standards in planning and execution and ensuring that hospitality was flawless in every aspect .We are happy that APGJF has been recognised as a high-quality platform and now become an important milestone in the trade fair calendar of South India. A clear indication of this is that we have already received many confirmations for participation in APGJF 2025.”

Among the highlights of the three-day event was the Stars of Andhra Pradesh Awards & Networking Nite held on the evening of Dec 13th 2024 at Novotel Vijayawada where leading jewellers and key supporters who have helped uplift the trade were felicitated. Adding sparkle to the event was the presence of Miss Mannara Chopra, popular actress and celebrity in South India Cinema has filled the evening with glitter and glamour. 

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Valentine’s Day 2026: How Jewellery Brands Are Redefining Romance

From symbolic jewellery collection to sustainable sparkle, this season’s collections celebrate intentional love with meaning and modern elegance.

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What do brands in the jewellery industry have in store this Valentine’s Day 2026? This year, the focus has shifted from extravagant gestures to deeply personal expressions of love. Leading jewellers are embracing storytelling, sustainability, and symbolism—introducing heart-led designs, lab-grown diamonds, platinum love bands, and minimalist everyday pieces that reflect connection, commitment, and conscious luxury. Whether it’s a timeless solitaire, a contemporary toi et moi ring, or a delicate pendant meant for daily wear, the emphasis is on jewellery that feels intimate, intentional, and enduring.

Gargi by P N Gadgil & Sons

Gargi by PNG & Sons celebrates Valentine’s Day 2026 with delicate designs that honour modern love—thoughtful, expressive, and crafted to sparkle in every shared moment. Blending contemporary elegance with everyday wearability, the collection is designed for heartfelt gifting and self-expression alike. Because this season, love isn’t just celebrated—it’s beautifully adorned.

Senco Gold & Diamonds

This Valentine’s Day, Senco Gold & Diamonds presents a thoughtfully curated edit of romantic gifts from its Sennes, Everlite, Perfect Love and Aham collections, designed to celebrate love in all its forms. From minimal, everyday diamond jewellery in Everlite to expressive, emotion-led designs in Sennes, and timeless symbols of commitment from the Perfect Love collection, each piece blends craftsmanship with meaning. Whether you’re marking a new beginning or a lifelong bond, these collections offer elegant gifting options that feel personal, enduring, and effortlessly romantic.

Kalyan Jewellers

This Valentine’s Day, jewellery becomes more than a gift, it becomes an expression of emotion, connection, and personal meaning. From delicate heart-inspired motifs to contemporary designs accented with diamonds and subtle touches of colour, each piece is crafted to celebrate love in all its forms. Whether it’s a gesture of self-love, a symbol of a lifelong bond, or the start of something new, these timeless designs blend elegance with sentiment, creating keepsakes to be cherished long after Valentine’s Day has passed.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds

Malabar Gold & Diamonds introduces Zoul 2026 – Allure, a sub-collection within its Zoul 2026 range, centred on contemporary diamond jewellery with a clean, refined aesthetic. Designed for modern wearability, the collection reflects a growing preference for jewellery that feels relevant beyond occasion-led dressing.

The Allure edit features fancy-cut diamonds set in minimal, thoughtfully balanced silhouettes. With an emphasis on lightness and subtle brilliance, the designs are crafted to sit comfortably within everyday wardrobes while still offering a distinct visual appeal.

Dassani Brothers

Dassani Brothers has unveiled ‘Eternal Love’, a Valentine’s Day collection that reimagines classic solitaires with a modern, affordable approach. The collection blends luminous yellow diamonds, traditional solitaires, and innovative pie-cut setting diamonds to deliver brilliance, elegance, and accessible luxury.

A key highlight is the pie-cut setting technique, designed to create the visual impact of a solitaire while enhancing affordability without compromising on craftsmanship. The collection includes rings, pendants, earrings, and statement pieces crafted in fine gold, celebrating warmth, sophistication, and enduring commitment.

Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds

This Valentine’s Day, romance is taking a more meaningful turn, with couples choosing symbolic jewellery over grand gestures. Reflecting this shift, Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds has introduced its Valentine’s Day Collection alongside a compelling value proposition—offering 26% off on diamond value plus an additional 26% off on making charges, making thoughtful diamond gifting more accessible.

Highlights from the collection include the Stellar Heart Diamond Ring with its refined, contemporary silhouette; the Heartbeat Round Diamond Chain inspired by the rhythm of love; and the Toi et Moi Heartfelt Glow Diamond Stud Earrings, celebrating togetherness through a dual-heart design with subtle sparkle.

Joy Alukkas

Joyalukkas marks the season with romantic diamond and gold creations that blend tradition with contemporary styling. From elegant solitaires to heart-inspired pendants and couple bands, the brand focuses on versatile designs that celebrate affection with timeless appeal.

Giva

GIVA embraces youthful romance with minimalist silver and gold-plated jewellery accented by sparkling stones and heart motifs. Designed for everyday gifting, its Valentine’s range reflects accessible luxury tailored to a new generation of expressive consumers.

Divine Solitaires

This Valentine’s Day, Divine Solitaires celebrates meaningful love through its signature 8Hearts 8Arrows diamonds—where perfect symmetry and brilliance mirror the harmony of a couple’s bond.

Visible under specialised light, the rare 8Hearts 8Arrows pattern is a mark of exceptional craftsmanship and precision cutting, offering new-age couples a powerful and enduring symbol of pure, natural love.

Akoirah

This Valentine’s season, Akoirah by Augmont presents Made of Us, a design-led collection rooted in the belief that love isn’t one-size-fits-all -it is personal, layered, and quietly meaningful.

From emerald-toned lariats and wrap rings to halo studs and heart-set tennis bracelets, the collection blends intimacy with refined craftsmanship, including personalised Morse code necklaces.

Crafted in 14K recycled gold and set with lab-grown diamonds, the collection reflects Akoirah’s belief that meaningful jewellery is shaped not just by materials, but by stories and shared moments.

Lukson

Lukson introduces Love-Lore, a thoughtfully curated Valentine’s collection celebrating modern, intentional love. Crafted in luminous 18K gold vermeil with solid gold options, and adorned with SGL-certified lab-grown diamonds, the collection blends clean lines, heart motifs, and infinity-inspired silhouettes to create elegant pieces designed for everyday wear.

From delicate pendants and expressive rings to refined couple bands and bracelets, Love-Lore captures shared beginnings and lasting promises. With prices starting at ₹4,249, the collection reflects Lukson’s commitment to accessible, transparent, and sustainable luxury—offering jewellery that is both meaningful and responsibly crafted.

Jos Alukkas

Jos Alukkas presents jewellery designed to celebrate commitment and cherished moments. From classic contemporary heart-inspired pieces, to continue the brand’s offerings focus on craftsmanship and timeless romance.


How International Jewellery Houses Celebrated Love this season

For Valentine’s Day 2026, leading global jewellery brands spotlighted iconic motifs, coloured gemstones, and elevated everyday luxury, blending heritage with contemporary romance.

Platinum Guild International (PGI)


PGI promoted platinum love bands and minimalist couple jewellery, highlighting purity, rarity, and enduring commitment. Campaigns focused on modern partnerships, self-expression, and platinum’s natural white sheen as a symbol of lasting love.

Swarovski


Swarovski embraced playful romance through its heart-shaped crystal jewellery and vibrant statement pieces, spotlighting bold colours and contemporary silhouettes. The brand leaned into gifting narratives, amplifying sparkle with accessible luxury.

Chopard


Chopard highlighted its signature collections, celebrating the golden love. The maison reinforced themes of joy, femininity, and timeless elegance, paired with ethical gold craftsmanship.

Bvlgari


Bvlgari showcased its iconic collections, positioning love as bold and powerful. With striking designs, the brand celebrated passion, strength, and modern romance.Harry Winston
Harry Winston focused on its exceptional high jewellery creations, celebrating rare diamonds and timeless romance. The house underscored themes of eternal love, brilliance, and red-carpet glamour

Harry Winston

Harry Winston focused on its exceptional high jewellery creations, celebrating rare diamonds and timeless romance. The house underscored themes of eternal love, brilliance, and red-carpet glamour.

As Valentine’s Day 2026 unfolds, one thing is clear: modern love is thoughtful, expressive, and rooted in authenticity. Jewellery brands are responding with creations that go beyond aesthetics—offering pieces that symbolize shared journeys, personal values, and lasting devotion. Because today, the most meaningful gifts aren’t just beautiful—they tell a story worth keeping forever.

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