The lab-grown diamond jewellery startup will use the funds to strengthen its team, marketing and supply chain as it expands its business.

Kalyan Jewellers reported over 26% growth in consolidated revenue in Q2 FY2027, supported by 20% same-store sales growth in India and continued showroom expansion.

The natural diamond jewellery retailer recorded 75.75% revenue growth in H1 FY27 and added company-operated stores in Pune and Nashik.

India can move beyond being a major producer of laboratory-grown diamonds to becoming a global technology leader by developing indigenous equipment, advanced materials, device fabrication capabilities, and high-value industrial applications, says Prof. M.S. Ramachandra Rao, Head of the India Centre for Lab Grown Diamond (InCent-LGD) at IIT Madras, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul. Prof. Rao was one of the main organizers of GJEPC's VAIRAM 2026 Workshop, held earlier this year at the campus of IIT Madras.

Chirag Thakkar of Amrapali Group told media that crude oil movements could influence gold and silver prices, while festive demand and investment interest remain key market factors.

India’s gem and jewellery exports rose 3.14% to $2.30 billion in August, led by a 51.22% increase in studded gold jewellery exports, while plain gold and silver jewellery remained under pressure.

CaratLane is evaluating Australia and the UK for international expansion after gaining traction in the US, where its stores in New Jersey and Texas have shown encouraging performance.

With new trade agreements opening markets, and shifting global sourcing strategies creating fresh opportunities, India’s gem and jewellery industry is entering an important phase. GJEPC Chairman Kirit Bhansali discusses India’s growing global role, emerging export opportunities, and the road ahead, with Suneeta Kaul.

Titan-owned jewellery brand plans to expand beyond its traditional sub-?50,000 positioning, targeting higher-ticket diamond and gemstone purchases as it charts its next phase of growth.

CIBJO 2026 highlights how soaring bullion prices are reshaping jewellery design, purity and retail strategy, with India emerging as a key growth market.

Strong jewellery sales and higher store footfall at Titan indicate that consumer demand for gold remains resilient despite calls to curb purchases and a higher import duty.

The new service targets lightweight, daily-wear and gifting-led jewellery, with four-hour delivery currently available across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.

The government is considering reducing gold and silver import duties after the 15% levy failed to curb imports and was linked to growth in India’s grey market.

India’s INR 7 lakh crore jewellery market is seeing lower gold volumes but higher consumer spending, prompting retailers to focus on lightweight, lower-carat and studded jewellery.