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 · Sep 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG India’s Gem & Jewellery Exports Rise 13.58% To ₹87,078 Cr In Q1 Of 2026

India’s gross gem and jewellery exports rose 13.58% to ₹87,078 crore during April-July 2026 from the corresponding period last year. In US dollar terms, exports increased 2.44%. The growth was led by value-added segments. Studded gold jewellery exports rose 21% to $2.24 billion, while silver jewellery exports surged 72% to $508 million. Value-added segments drive […]

CW Bureau · Aug 14, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Lab-Grown Diamond Jeweller Aukera Opens First TN Store In Chennai

Aukera, India’s lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has expanded its retail network with the launch of its first store in Tamil Nadu at Chennai. The new outlet is the company’s 32nd store in India and marks its entry into the Tamil Nadu market. Expanding retail footprint The Chennai store offers a wide range of diamond jewellery, […]

CW Bureau · Jul 25, 2026

ECONOMY United States Retains 10% Tariff On Indian Gem, Jewellery Exports

The United States has replaced its temporary Section 122 surcharge with a Section 301 tariff regime, retaining a 10% additional duty on Indian gem and jewellery exports from July 24. The tariff applies to natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, coloured gemstones and jewellery. Unlike the earlier Section 122 surcharge, the new Section 301 tariff has no […]

CW Bureau · Jul 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold Opens Third Store In Siliguri, Expands Bengal Presence

Senco Gold & Diamonds Ltd, one of India’s leading jewellery retailers, has strengthened its presence in North Bengal with the opening of its third showroom in Siliguri under the House of Senco format. Located at City Centre Siliguri in Matigara, the new outlet brings together the company’s flagship jewellery collections along with its specialised brands […]

CW Bureau · Jul 1, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG India’s Gem And Jewellery Exports Decline 6% To $4.27 Bn In April-May

India’s gem and jewellery exports declined 6% year-on-year to $4.27 billion during April-May 2026 from $4.55 billion in the corresponding period last year, according to data released by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). In rupee terms, however, exports rose 4% to ₹40,399 crore from ₹38,848 crore during the period. Gold jewellery drags […]

CW Bureau · Jun 15, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY IITM Set To Showcase 15 Startups, Innovations At Bharat Innovates 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will showcase a portfolio of deep-tech innovations, strategic research projects and 15 incubated startups at Bharat Innovates 2026, an international technology showcase being held in Nice, France, from June 14-16. Organised by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, the event aims to identify, mentor and present promising […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 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 · Jun 7, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold Focuses On Diamonds & Old Gold Exchange For FY27 Growth

Senco Gold and Diamonds Ltd is banking on rising old gold exchange transactions, higher diamond jewellery sales and growing demand for lightweight and lower-carat jewellery to achieve its FY27 growth targets despite elevated gold prices. The company has provided a conservative guidance of 18-20% revenue growth, targeting turnover of ₹10,000-10,500 crore in FY27 compared with […]

CW Bureau · Jun 3, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Mini Diamond India Arm Plans For Lab Grown Diamond Retail Via FOFO

Mini Diamonds (India) Ltd, the BSE-listed diamond manufacturer and exporter with a growing presence in lab-grown diamond jewellery, has announced a franchise-led retail expansion plan through its wholly owned subsidiary, Namra Jewels Pvt Ltd, to tap rising consumer demand for affordable and sustainable diamond jewellery. MDIL plans to expand under the Franchise Owned Franchise Operated […]

CW Bureau · Jun 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Spain’s TOUS Rules Out Lab-Grown Diamonds, Platinum Jewels For Now

TOUS, the Spanish jewellery brand, currently works exclusively with natural diamonds, gemstones and jewellery and has no immediate plans for lab-grown diamond or platinum jewellery segments, said Marta Tous, Creative and Innovation Curator of the company. A fourth-generation member of the founding family, Marta Tous leads the creative and product direction of the brand, which […]

CW Bureau · May 26, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG High Gold Prices Spur Interest In Jewellery, Says Titan MD Ajoy Chawla

Rising gold prices have increased consumer interest in both gold and studded jewellery categories, with demand remaining strong across age groups and customer segments, said Titan Company Managing Director Ajoy Chawla. Speaking during an earnings call, he said precious jewellery continues to attract buyers not only as an aspirational purchase but also as a long-term […]

CW Bureau · May 15, 2026