Rosy Blue and Kashikey will invest Rs 1000 crore to expand QWEEN, the self-discovery experiential jewellery brand founded by Amit Kumar and Suyash Motarwar, with stores opening in Bangalore and Delhi by mid-February.

The recent imposition of steep tariffs by the Trump administration on diamonds imported from India has sent ripples across the US diamond jewellery sector. India being the primary supplier of polished diamonds to America, the world’s largest consumer market, the tariffs have caused supply chain disruptions, and are likely to lead to rising product costs. Prices are expected to go up, once the existing inventory depletes, unless a deal is reached between the US and India. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Paul Zimnisky, renowned diamond industry analyst, to gain insights into the fallout of the tariffs, and how they are reshaping buying behaviour and pricing strategies in the US.

With the steep Trump tariffs now having come into play, the cutting, polishing, manufacturing and export hubs of India are facing severe problems, with joblessness and unit-closure a distinct possibility. The silver lining is that the GJEPC is hopeful of a solution, particularly in view of the advocacy efforts of its US counterparts, who are also working hard to impress upon the Trump administration that the high tariffs will have a deleterious effect on the US jewellery industry as well. In a free-wheeling conversation with Suneeta Kaul, Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, talks about the impact of the tariffs, the steps being taken to bring about some relief to the industry, its expectation from the government, and more.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met on Friday to address the sharp rise in US tariffs on Indian jewellery, which now stand at 25%–32%, threatening the export segment. Discussions covered the scale of the impact, the need to explore legal and operational intricacies, and long-term strategies to protect the sector.

India's largest jeweller and watchmaker Titan is considering relocating part of its manufacturing operations to the Middle East, aiming to preserve low-tariff access to the U.S. market in the face of mounting trade frictions between Washington and New Delhi.

India’s apparel and jewellery exporters are preparing for a potential decline in U.S. orders following the imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian imports by the United States, which takes effect today.

Move aims to ease trade tensions and gain relief from potential US tariff hikes

Giving expensive gifts to employees creates a ripple effect that goes beyond momentary fame. Employees not only feel valued and recognized, they end up becoming brand messengers as they take to social media to share their stories. The brand, thus, gets associated with values, class, and a reputation for generosity, discovers Suneeta Kaul

The World Gold Council (WGC) has expressed concerns about the potential hike in gold import duties in India’s upcoming Union Budget for 2025

As gold prices continue to surge, silver has emerged as the star of this year’s festive season in India. With silver crossing the Rs 1 lakh per kg mark, consumers have turned to the white metal, driving sales to an all-time high during the Dhanteras Diwali period

The Indian Government has increased the customs duty on imports of gold alloys under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE, aiming to close a loophole exploited by bullion dealers that led to significant market distortions and revenue loss

A recent reduction in gold import duties—from 15% to 6% in the latest budget—has led to a remarkable 35-40% increase in sales for gold retailers across India. This dramatic shift has provided a much-needed boost to an industry that had been struggling with high prices and stagnant sales

The Indian government is expected to increase the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on gold and silver from 3% to 5%. This anticipated hike follows recent reductions in the basic customs duty, as outlined in the latest Budget

Tanishq, a leading jewellery retailer under Titan Company and Tata Group, is anticipating significant developments in the upcoming budget regarding the rationalisation of duties on gold imports