Diamonds

Lab-grown diamond firm Ethera raises Rs 25 crore from BlueStone to scale retail footprint

The Bengaluru-based startup will use the capital to add physical stores, deepen design and supply-chain capabilities and build out the operational backbone needed to scale an omnichannel lab-grown diamond business

Buying a diamond? New BIS rules define what can—and can’t—be called a diamond

The new standard establishes a clear and enforceable framework for diamond terminology, drawing a firm distinction between natural diamonds and laboratory-grown diamonds

Most infamous jewel thief in US calls Louvre robbers ‘idiots’: 'I robbed 25 f***ing stores and I never...'

“They made major mistakes,” Larry Lawton, said, adding that at least one robber is likely a local with inside knowledge of the museum.

Indian diamond, jewellery makers scramble for new markets as Trump erects tariff wall

India sells nearly $10 billion worth of gems and jewellery to the US annually

Tariff Tensions: Textiles & electronics sectors eye gains, auto & jewellery await relief

India’s gems and jewellery industry is bracing for impact and so is the agriculture sector in the near-term, with the possibility of re-routing.

China creates ultra-hard 'super diamond,' 40% harder than natural diamonds

Chinese scientists create artificial diamond with hexagonal structure, harder and more heat-resistant than natural diamonds, paving the way for industrial applications and potential use in jewellery.

Affordable sparkle: Here’s why you should consider lab-grown diamonds, from solitaires to statement pieces

From classic solitaires that radiate elegance to bold statement pieces that enhance any outfit, lab-grown diamonds offer versatility and beauty at an affordable price. Created in controlled environments, they have the same physical and optical properties as mined diamonds, making them virtually indistinguishable. Here’s how you can lift your festive spirit with these stunning diamonds.

Tanishq, De Beers Group partner to tap India's growing ‘natural’ diamonds market

With a growing economy and a rising middle class segment, demand for ‘natural’ or mined diamond jewellery from Indian consumers has surged in recent times to 11 percent of global demand, Tata group firm said in the filing

IGI IPO: Why Blackstone is asking investors to pay for acquisition of overseas assets it owns

International Gemmological Institute (IGI), a certification provider for lab grown and natural diamonds, was acquired by Blackstone in May 2023 for around $550 million from Chinese investment firm Fosun and Roland Lowrie of the founding family.

This company is sending its 50,000 employees on a 10-day 'vacation'. Here's why

Kiran Gems has decided to send its 50,000 workforce on a vacation, scheduled from August 17-27.

Recent study reveals there could be thick layer of solid Diamonds under the Mercury surface

A recent study revealed that there could be a thick layer of Diamonds under the mercury surface, according to Live Science. This study is published in Nature Communication on June 14. According to this study, the layer of the diamond is around 9 miles thick, with no chance of mining.

Diamond Prices Slump by 6% in 2024 | Five Reasons Why Diamond Demand is Declining

In 2024, diamond prices have declined by 6% according to Zimnisky’s global rough diamond index. The diamond prices hit a 14-year low in Mid Dec 2023 but have improved slightly since then. From economic uncertainty in the US to young couples who prefer lab-grown diamonds over natural diamonds, find out the five reasons why diamond prices are falling. Watch.

Personal Finance: Is there a shift in demand from natural to lab-grown diamonds?

The writing is on the wall, demand for natural diamonds is coming down dramatically

A91 Partners in talks to invest in jewellery retailer ORRA at Rs 2,000 crore valuation

ORRA’s revenue jumped by 82% to Rs 950.9 crore in FY23, from a revenue of Rs 522.9 crore in the previous financial year, as per a report by ICRA. In the first nine months of FY24, the jewellery retailer reported a revenue of Rs 879 crore.

India's diamond exports may hit 5-yr low in FY'24 to $15-16 billion

The US and China, the primary diamond-consuming markets, together account for approximately 65 per cent of India's diamond exports.

Fertilisers and diamonds may be hit slightly because of Middle East conflict: Crisil

On a broader basis, the conflict has caused only a negligible disruption in India's trade so far, it said in a note.

Live: Diamonds to dazzle this festival season? Here are the latest trends

Commodity Corner | Here are the factors to keep in mind while purchasing diamonds and explore their potential as an investment. Join Manisha Gupta in a conversation with Amit Pratihari, Vice President of De Beers Forevermark, to gain insights into the trends in diamond jewellery during the ongoing festival season in India

Live: Can diamonds made in a lab replace natural ones? | Commodities Corner

For years, the diamond mining industry has marketed its gems as symbols of love and romance. Now, with the ability to produce diamonds in a laboratory at a significantly lower cost, one must wonder if this marks the future of the diamond industry. Notably, several well-established names in the field are now exploring the realm of lab-grown diamonds. To gain deeper insights into this transformation, join Manisha Gupta as she engages in a conversation with Lisa Mukhedar, the Founder and CEO of Aukera."