Browsing: lab grown diamonds

Firefly Diamonds has achieved a major milestone by opening its 10th store in India. Backed by a 60-year jewellery legacy, the lab-grown diamond brand is accelerating expansion with plans to reach 25 stores by the end of 2026 while focusing on sustainability, innovation, and premium craftsmanship.

Senco has expanded its North Bengal retail presence with the launch of its third store in Siliguri. The new House of Senco at City Centre Siliguri offers a multi-brand jewellery experience featuring Senco, Everlite, Aham and Sennes.

The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) has emerged as one of the best and leading institutes in gems and jewellery education, empowering students with industry-focused learning in diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, gemstones, jewellery design, retail, manufacturing, and business management while building successful careers across the global jewellery industry.

Stylori, the modern precious jewellery brand from the House of NAC Jewellers, has opened its first store in Coimbatore’s RS Puram, marking its entry into the Kongu region. The new store offers certified silver jewellery, IGI-certified lab diamonds, and BIS hallmarked 9Kt gold jewellery, supported by exclusive launch offers and community-focused initiatives.

Solitario introduced its spiritually inspired Divine India Collection in Pune, featuring diamond-studded idols, sacred collectibles, and bespoke diamond adornments for devotees. The launch was accompanied by a soulful performance by Maithili Thakur and marks a new chapter in the brand’s journey of blending devotion, innovation, and craftsmanship.

India’s gem and jewellery exports reached US$ 4.27 billion during April–May 2026. While studded gold jewellery exports grew, plain gold jewellery exports witnessed a significant decline due to gold supply constraints, rising prices, and regulatory bottlenecks. GJEPC has urged government intervention to support exporters and enhance sector competitiveness.

The Russian Government has adopted Resolution No. 657, introducing new requirements for the labeling and marketing of synthetic diamonds and other synthetic stones in jewelry. The measure seeks to enhance consumer protection, ensure transparent disclosure, and strengthen fair competition within the global diamond industry.

India’s gem and jewellery sector recorded a 9.07% decline in exports during April 2026, with cut and polished diamonds and plain gold jewellery facing significant pressure. However, silver jewellery, platinum jewellery, studded gold jewellery, and coloured gemstones registered notable growth amid rising bullion prices and changing global demand trends.

The Natural Diamond Council has secured two major rulings from the UK Advertising Standards Authority against misleading synthetic diamond advertisements, strengthening consumer transparency and protecting the integrity of the natural diamond industry.

Sennes by Senco marks a defining global milestone at Cannes Film Festival 2026 with Rida Tharana showcasing a custom-made lab-grown diamond jewellery creation that reflects the brand’s contemporary luxury vision and international ambitions.