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IGI opens second laboratory in Jaipur to strengthen coloured gemstone testing

New Sitapura facility expands certification capacity, improves turnaround times and supports North India’s manufacturing and export trade

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The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has inaugurated its second laboratory in Jaipur, located in Sitapura, on January 29, 2026, further expanding its operational footprint in North India.

Situated in Jaipur’s key gems and jewellery manufacturing hub, the new facility is designed to provide closer access to manufacturers and exporters, enabling faster grading turnaround times and improved service efficiency. Jaipur is a major centre for coloured gemstone trading, uncut polki and fine jewellery manufacturing, making Sitapura a strategic location for IGI’s expansion.

The laboratory offers IGI’s complete range of certification services for diamonds, coloured gemstones and jewellery. It is equipped with advanced analytical technologies, including Raman spectrometry, UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy and X-ray fluorescence, to support detailed analysis for origin determination and treatment detection.

Commenting on the launch, Tehmasp Printer, Managing Director and CEO, IGI India, said rising global demand for coloured gemstones—driven by interest in personalised jewellery and fusion designs—has increased the need for specialised testing capabilities. He added that the new Jaipur laboratory strengthens IGI’s ability to deliver accurate and scalable gemstone analysis.

The Sitapura centre will also house IGI’s School of Gemology, offering certification and training programmes for the regional trade. With the addition of this facility, IGI now operates 35 laboratories across 10 countries and runs 21 Schools of Gemology worldwide.

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Keemti Jewels Opens New Store At Pacific Mall, Jaipur, Ahead Of The Festive Season

The New Outlet At Pacific Mall Marks Keemti’s 17th Store Nationwide, Bringing Its Certified Lab-Grown Diamond Collections and Factory-Direct Jewellery Offering To Jaipur.

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Keemti Jewels, India’s most trusted and price-efficient diamond jewellery brand, has opened its newest store at Pacific Mall, Jaipur, marking its 17th store nationwide and another milestone in its expanding retail network. Founded by Armaan Kothari and backed by the Kothari Group, entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath and Kavin Shah, the brand brings its contemporary lab-grown diamond jewellery collections to Jaipur, catering to the city’s demand for jewellery for weddings, festivals and other special occasions.

Located at SH/GF/36, Ground Floor, Pacific Mall, 42 VT Road, Sector 5, Mansarovar, Jaipur – 302020, the new store brings Keemti’s contemporary lab grown diamond jewellery collections to one of Jaipur’s prominent retail destinations. Customers can explore a range of designs for everyday wear, workwear, weddings and special occasions, with options to suit different styles and budgets.

Jaipur holds relevance for Keemti given its longstanding association with jewellery, craftsmanship and occasion-led buying. With weddings and festivals continuing to play an important role in the city’s jewellery market, the launch offers an opportunity for the brand to connect with consumers seeking contemporary designs, certified diamonds and greater flexibility in their jewellery choices. Keemti’s design-led collections bring together contemporary aesthetics and detailed craftsmanship, catering to consumers who value both the design and versatility of their jewellery. The store brings Keemti’s offering closer to customers in Jaipur while supporting its expansion into key markets across India.

At the heart of Keemti’s proposition is its approach to reimagining the lab grown diamond jewellery buying experience. The brand operates through an in-house manufacturing setup and its own design capabilities, allowing it greater control over design, production and pricing. Its vertically integrated, factory-direct model reduces traditional layers between manufacturing and the consumer, enabling Keemti to offer certified lab grown diamond jewellery at more accessible price points.

The new Pacific Mall store offers a selection of jewellery across everyday, workwear, wedding and occasion dressing. Customers can explore different designs, diamond sizes and styles, with made-to-order options also available to customize their jewellery according to their preferences.

Commenting on the Jaipur expansion, Armaan Kothari, Founder, Keemti Jewels, said:

“Jaipur has a rich jewellery heritage, with consumers valuing design and detail, particularly for weddings and festive occasions. With our new store at Pacific Mall, we look forward to offering customers in the city a range of lab grown diamond jewellery that complements these occasions while also catering to everyday wear. Our focus is on giving customers more choice through thoughtfully designed collections and a direct-to-consumer model that offers greater value. We’re excited to become a part of Jaipur’s jewellery landscape and serve customers across the city and surrounding areas.”

Keemti’s retail expansion builds on the Kothari Group’s manufacturing heritage and the brand’s vertically integrated, direct-to-consumer model. By combining in-house design and production with a contemporary retail experience, Keemti continues to make certified lab grown diamond jewellery more accessible to consumers across established and emerging jewellery markets.

The Pacific Mall opening adds to Keemti’s growing retail network as the brand continues to expand across India. With further locations in the pipeline, Keemti remains focused on bringing its contemporary lab grown diamond jewellery offering to more consumers across the country.

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