De Beers is investing more in natural diamond marketing than it has in over a decade: David Johnson, De Beers Group
In order to meet the challenges of the diamond industry head on, De Beers has devised a multi-pronged strategy – the major steps include upping investment in marketing, participating in the Luanda Accord, developing a range of category campaigns, collaborating with key retail partners to grow demand, and investing in branded marketing programmes for its own retail businesses, says David Johnson, VP, Global External Communications, De Beers Group, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.
PureJewels Becomes First Luxury Jeweller to Launch Hallmarking 2.0 with Digital Product Passports
PureJewels has become the first luxury jeweller in the UK to integrate Hallmarking 2.0 with Digital Product Passports (DPPs), marking a significant milestone for the industry.
What Jewellery Shoppers Really Want
KPMG’s India CX Report 2025 offers a goldmine of trade insights. Here’s a glimpse.
Cannes 2025: Indian Celebrities’ Jewellery Looks Decoded — And What Retailers Can Learn
This year at Cannes, Indian celebrities did more than just serve fashion — they spotlighted the evolving language of jewellery on a global stage. From layered heritage pieces to bold brooches and backchains, here's a deep dive into their dazzling looks and the business takeaways for jewellers and retailers
C. Krishniah Chetty Brings a Dazzling Six-Day Jewellery Showcase to Goa
Bengaluru’s legendary fine jewellery house, C. Krishniah Chetty Group, has brought its signature sparkle to Goa with a six-day luxury jewellery exhibition that blends heritage craftsmanship, modern innovation, and conscious consumerism
India Gem & Jewellery Show 2024: Key Discussions, Announcements, and Industry Reflections
Highlights included Govind Bhai Dholakia’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to industry titan, a focus on karigars and sustainability, the potential of blockchain to revolutionise transparency in the jewellery supply chain and the future of the industry
Diwali 2023: Retailers expect a big bang this festive season
Diwali is always a special occasion in terms of sales for the jewellery industry, but this year, the grand festival holds the promise of a particularly big boom in view of the wedding season coinciding with the festive season, discovers Suneeta Kaul
Dr. Vinod Hayagriv of C. Krishniah Chetty Group on his recent project ''Bejewelled Past'' a historic account of South Indian jewellery
Hayagriv talks to Vijetha Rangabashyam about this book that is an ode to his heritage brand CKC, south Indian jewellery craftsmanship, the inspiration that went behind this book, honouring and respecting jewellery craftsmen and more
No Extension On 6-digit HUID - Gold Hallmarking mandatory From April 1
The government’s standard-setting body Bureau of Indian Standards has said that it will not extend April 1 deadline for making six-digit alphanumeric HUID mandatory for gold hallmarked jewellery.
CKC Jewellers launches coffee table book -
This extensive 290-page publication delves into the 150-year history of the renowned Indian jeweller and documents the evolution of Carnatic, Deccan, and South Indian jewellery.
CKC Launches Christmas Jewels Trademarked with ‘Diamond Air™’ Certification
The brand has launched fine jewellery for Christmas and New Year with a new global benchmark in diamonds called "Diamond Air™ - Nature’s Finest Diamond Solitaires"
C. Krishniah Chetty Group Of Jewellers Launch the Youth-centric Denim & Diamond Collection
The collection is crafted to bond with the bold endeavours of the global young and be a part of their armoury as they take on the world, says Chaitanya V Cotha of CKC
Greenland Ruby X Reena Ahluwalia To Hold Phygital Fundraiser For Pink Polar Bear Foundation
Gemstone miner Greenland Ruby is celebrating its 5th year anniversary with the launch of ‘Rubies from Greenland - Fire Under Ice’ campaign in collaboration with jewellery designer and artist Reena Ahluwalia. The fundraiser is a 'phygital' one, a first of its kind from the gem and jewellery world
aXedras Group completes Series B funding with investment from WGC
The WGC recognises that initiatives like the Gold Bar Integrity Programme require industry-wide collaboration but also significant funding to ensure success, said David tait, CEO, WGC
LBMA, WGC announce launch of Gold Bar Integrity Programme
Over time, this will help consumers, investors, and market participants to trust that their gold is genuine and has been responsibly and sustainably sourced

