GENERAL
IIGJ, IIT Madras Launch Certificate In Lab-Grown Diamond Technology
The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), in collaboration with the IIT Madras India Centre for Lab-Grown Diamond (InCent LGD), has launched a global programme, Certificate in Lab-Grown Diamond Technology. The 90-hour hybrid programme will cover the technical, commercial and regulatory aspects of the lab-grown diamond (LGD) industry. It has been structured around evening […]
CW Bureau
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Sep 2, 2026
GENERAL
Namibia Senior Delegation Explores Closer Diamond Trade With India
A senior delegation from Namibia, headed by Deputy Minister Gaudentia Krohne, is in India to explore trade opportunities with Indian counterparts in diamonds after the introduction of ground breaking tax reform. Namibia is looking to leverage India’s large diamond manufacturing base and established trading infrastructure to bring its rough diamonds closer to Indian buyers. Namibia […]
CW Bureau
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Aug 11, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG
India Retains Lead In Rough Diamond Imports As Global Output Falls 8%
India continued to dominate the global rough diamond trade in 2025 despite not producing a single carat, importing 106.1 million carats valued at $11.07 billion, according to the latest Kimberley Process data. Although the value of imports declined about 9.1% from $12.18 billion in 2024, India’s share of global rough diamond import value increased to […]
CW Bureau
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Jul 3, 2026
GENERAL
Charlotte Rose Becomes First Woman President Of London Diamond Bourse
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB), the United Kingdom’s principal diamond trading bourse, has elected Charlotte Rose as its new President, making her the first woman in the organisation’s 86-year history to hold the post. She is also believed to be the first woman to serve as President of any diamond bourse worldwide. The appointment was […]
CW Bureau
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Jun 26, 2026
GENERAL
Russia Tightens Rules On Synthetic Diamond Labelling From Sept 2026
Russia has introduced new regulations governing the sale and marketing of jewellery containing synthetic diamonds, in one of the industry’s most stringent measures aimed at clearly distinguishing lab-grown stones from natural diamonds. The new rules adopted the Russian Federation will come into effect from September 1, 2026. The provisions amend the country’s retail sales regulations […]
CW Bureau
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Jun 7, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG
People Unite To Celebrate First Ever World Diamond Day On April 8th
Jewellery continues to hold a deeply personal place in people’s lives, with natural diamonds emerging as one of its most enduring and meaningful expressions. Each natural diamond carries a story of love, milestones, heritage and personal triumphs, making it far more than a mere adornment. Global movement takes shape Marking this emotional connect, the first-ever […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 8, 2026
