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Angara Debuts in India, Set to Transform Fine Jewellery with Customisable D2C Experience
With over 300 years of gemstone legacy and a $100M global presence, Angara brings personalised, digital-first fine jewellery to Indian consumers.
US-based fine jewellery brand Angara has officially entered the Indian market, bringing a rich heritage in gemstone craftsmanship and a disruptive direct-to-consumer (D2C) model designed to reshape how Indians shop for fine jewellery.
Founded by Indian-origin entrepreneurs Ankur and Aditi Daga, Angara has grown into a $100 million+ enterprise across the US, UK, and Australia, renowned for its handcrafted pieces featuring gemstones, diamonds, and pearls. Now, the brand is bringing its unique approach to India’s dynamic jewellery landscape, offering bespoke, made-to-order creations that combine traditional artistry with modern technology.

“India’s jewellery market is at a pivotal moment,” said Ankur Daga, Founder & CEO. “People are moving away from generic, mass-produced designs and gravitating towards pieces that reflect their individuality. We’ve perfected this digital-first model globally, and now it’s time to bring that innovation home.”
Angara’s India strategy is anchored in its vertically integrated, digital-first model, which empowers customers to personalise every aspect of their jewellery—from gemstone and carat size to metal type and setting. The brand leverages an intuitive online platform enhanced with AI-driven recommendations, delivering both superior quality and transparent pricing by cutting out intermediaries.
“Indian buyers have traditionally faced a choice between conventional jewellers and expensive luxury brands,” added Aditi Daga, Co-founder. “Angara bridges that gap by offering elegant, meaningful, and affordable fine jewellery—tailored to each individual.”

The brand’s entry comes at a time when Indian consumers are shifting from heirloom pieces to more expressive, everyday elegance. As interest in coloured gemstones rises and the diamond market evolves with lab-grown alternatives, Angara’s expertise in rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and other precious stones positions it well to meet emerging demands.
With over 1 million customers globally and operations in Ireland, Canada, Thailand, and now India, Angara is also eyeing a future offline presence. Plans are underway to launch experiential retail spaces that will complement its digital platform, offering hands-on interaction without compromising the brand’s hallmark of customisation.
To support its Indian expansion, Angara has built an end-to-end supply chain that ensures ethical sourcing, exceptional craftsmanship, and consistent quality. Its made-to-order model aligns with the growing appetite for sustainable, conscious luxury in India.
Angara’s launch marks more than just the arrival of a new brand—it signals a bold reimagining of India’s fine jewellery market. With a legacy of craftsmanship, a passion for innovation, and a focus on personalisation, Angara is ready to redefine how Indian consumers experience jewellery.
International News
The Jewelry Symposium launches free online archive of technical papers
The Jewelry Symposium (TJS), the jewellery industry’s annual international event dedicated specifically to the advancement of jewellery manufacturing technology (previously known as Santa Fe Symposium), announced that it is newly offering a free online archive of previously presented TJS technical papers.
TJS board members agreed to make the annals of information presented by its speakers more widely available to anyone seeking to learn more or to advance their fine jewellery careers and/or businesses.
People have been asking for free access to the papers since our first TJS event in 2023. Many of our attendees and speakers were accustomed to the former Santa Fe Symposium’s archive which contains 30+ years of papers – it is still a rich and hugely valuable resource. At TJS, we are proud to continue this tradition, taking another bold step towards providing the industry with what it needs to continue to advance and grow.
Coinciding with the opening of registration for the 2026 TJS event, the archive of papers will go live on Monday 3rd November. Papers from the 2023 and 2024 editions of the symposium will then be available for free access. Going forward, the most recent year’s papers will become available after the following year’s Symposium.
Those attending TJS in person, however, will not have to wait a year for the content. All attendees will receive immediate access to that year’s content on the final day, as well as a printed copy of the limited-edition book.
The fourth annual Jewelry Symposium will take place 16-19 May 2026 in Troy, Michigan.
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