IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 The Catalyst for India’s $100-Billion Jewellery Export Ambition
With IIJS Bharat – Premier 2026 set to expand in scale and ambition, Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman of GJEPC, outlines the strategy for the show, export growth, and industry priorities, in a conversation with Dhwani Rathod.
Inarra Atelier Opens First Flagship Store in Kolkata
Laboratory-grown jewellery brand Inarra Atelier has opened its first flagship store in Salt Lake, Kolkata, marking its offline retail debut as it expands beyond its digital-first business model.
Akoirah by Augmont Launches Friendship Day Gifting Edit
Akoirah by Augmont has introduced a Friendship Day gifting edit featuring recycled gold and laboratory-grown diamond jewellery, available across its Mumbai and Pune stores from July 2026.
IGI Reports 23% Revenue Growth and 31% PAT Growth in Q1 FY27
International Gemological Institute (IGI) reported 23% revenue growth and 31% profit growth for the quarter ended June 2026, supported by growth across loose stones, jewellery and coloured gemstone certification.
Aukera raises Rs 90 crore to expand laboratory-grown diamond jewellery business
Bengaluru-based laboratory-grown diamond jewellery brand Aukera has secured Rs 90 crore in debt funding led by Alteria Capital to support retail expansion, product development, omnichannel growth and hiring across India.
House of Quadri Launches 'The Transitional Edit' Laboratory-Grown Diamond Collection
House of Quadri has introduced The Transitional Edit, a new collection of IGI-certified lab-grown diamond jewellery in 18K gold, designed as versatile fine jewellery for everyday wear and milestone occasions.
Escape Privé Enters India with Laboratory-Grown Diamond Jewellery Offering
Founded by Pooja Duggal, Escape Privé has launched in India with a portfolio of laboratory-grown diamond jewellery in real gold, targeting consumers seeking ethically sourced and travel-friendly designs.
GSI Highlights Growing Product Integrity Challenges in Diamond Screening
GSI has outlined how diamond screening challenges have evolved over the past decade, citing increased laboratory-grown diamond volumes, mounted jewellery verification requirements and the need for consistent product integrity protocols.
Lukson Launches Runway-Inspired Laboratory-Grown Diamond Collection
Lukson has launched a fashion-inspired laboratory-grown diamond jewellery collection in India featuring IGI-certified designs across gold categories, targeting consumers seeking contemporary styling, transparent pricing, and accessible fine jewellery options.
IGI Reports 21% Revenue Growth in Jan-Mar 2026 Quarter
International Gemological Institute reported 21% growth in revenue and EBITDA for Jan-Mar 2026, driven by natural diamonds, laboratory-grown diamonds and jewellery certification demand, alongside expansion into coloured stones.
Akoirah by Augmont Launches Mother’s Day Collection ‘Origin’
Akoirah by Augmont has launched Origin, a Mother’s Day jewellery collection featuring 14K gold, laboratory-grown diamonds and customizable pearl designs, available across Mumbai, Vashi and Pune stores until May 10.
GSI conducts jewellery sales training workshop in Indore
Gemological Science International conducted a Jewellery Excellence Workshop in Indore, training senior retail teams across Madhya Pradesh to improve product knowledge, customer engagement, and handling of laboratory-grown diamond queries.
Verlas Launches ‘Zenyth’ Collection for Akshaya Tritiya
New York-based Verlas introduces the Zenyth Collection for Akshaya Tritiya 2026, featuring pyramid-inspired gold jewellery with laboratory-grown diamonds, targeting modern consumers seeking versatile, design-led, and sustainable festive purchases.
Akoirah by Augmont Launches “Unscripted” Jewellery Collection for Women’s Day
Akoirah by Augmont introduced the “Unscripted” jewellery collection in Mumbai on March 6, 2026, featuring 14K gold pieces with laboratory-grown diamonds, designed around open forms and fluid structures.
DAIMANTÉ Enters India’s Luxury Jewellery Market with AI-Led, Sustainable Diamond Designs
New luxury brand Daimanté launches in India with AI-generated design workflows and sustainable lab-grown diamonds, offering hallmark-assured collections and digital-first retail strategy, redefining premium product offerings for modern jewellery retailers.
