The Revival of Vintage Gemstones: Black Onyx
Sriram ‘Ram’ Natarajan, previously managing director of GIA India Laboratory Private Limited (GIA India), has been appointed to a new role as senior vice president of laboratory operations for the Gemological Institute of America, Inc. (GIA). He began his new responsibilities in early August, based at GIA’s world headquarters in Carlsbad, California, U.S., reporting to GIA President and CEO Pritesh Patel
VBJ Since 1900, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, India’s most trusted heirloom jewellery proudly unveiled its signature line – The Florals Collection, a wide range inspired by the graceful arcs of LysiMachia clethroides, a delicate Japanese bloom. This collection embodies the design story that began with VBJ’s diamond ring that received the prestigious ‘Ring of the Year’ accolade at the National Jewellery Awards in 2023.
With the spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi ushering in devotion, festivity, and grandeur, Dassani Brothers, India’s finest designer jewellery brand, proudly unveils its special festive collection – ‘Sumukha’. Named after Lord Ganesha’s auspicious epithet meaning “the one with a beautiful face”, the collection is a heartfelt ode to tradition, divinity, and exquisite craftsmanship
Gargi by P. N. Gadgil & Sons, one of India’s fastest-growing fashion jewellery businesses, has released its official mobile app. You can now download it for both Android and iOS. After much testing, the app went online and made more than ₹1 lakh in sales in the first 10 days
Surat’s diamond polishers set to bear the brunt, Tirupur’s readymade garment makers.
July 2025 sees strong growth in exports, while cumulative April–July figures reflect a decline in key segments.
BlueStone Jewellery & Lifestyle made a modest market debut on August 19, 2025, opening at a discount to its issue price of ₹517 per share. The stock listed at ₹510 on the NSE and ₹508.80 on the BSE. However, despite the muted opening, BlueStone shares quickly gained traction in early trade. By 1:40 PM IST, the stock surged and hit an intraday high of ₹556.8 on the NSE, signaling positive investor sentiment after the initial dip.
Spread across 4,500 sq. ft., this large format store will showcase PNG Jewellers’ complete range of offerings, including exquisite collections in gold, natural diamond, silver and platinum jewellery
On the occasion of Independence Day 2025, Ratnalaya Jewellers once again demonstrated its dedication to social responsibility by distributing books to underprivileged children. With this thoughtful initiative, the brand aimed to spread the light of education among those who need it most.
