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Lab-Grown Diamond Brand Jewelbox Raises $3.2M to Fuel Nationwide Expansion
Backed by V3 Ventures and others, Kolkata-based startup aims to grow retail presence, bolster brand visibility, and expand its team across India.

Kolkata-based lab-grown diamond jewellery brand Jewelbox has secured $3.2 million in pre-Series A funding, led by V3 Ventures, with participation from Atrium Angels, Dexter Ventures, Infinyte Club, Samarthya Capital, and existing investor JITO Incubation & Innovation Foundation (JIIF).
The company, co-founded in May 2022 by siblings Vidita Kochar Jain and Nipun Kochar, plans to use the fresh capital to scale operations, enhance brand visibility, and hire talent across core functions.
Currently operating eight stores across six Indian cities—Delhi, Gurgaon, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and Guwahati—Jewelbox is eyeing rapid growth, with a goal to expand to 30 retail locations by the end of 2025.

“The competition in the lab-grown diamond space is heating up, but we welcome it,” said Jain. “Whether it’s legacy brands, established entrepreneurs, or startups entering the space—it validates the category.”
Jewelbox, which sells its jewellery both online and offline, closed FY25 with an annual revenue run rate (ARR) of ₹38 crore, more than doubling from ₹16 crore in the previous year. The brand had earlier raised ₹3.7 crore in seed funding from JIIF in March 2024.
The funding comes at a time when lab-grown diamonds are gaining traction as a more sustainable and affordable alternative to natural diamonds. The segment is seeing increasing investor interest and consumer adoption.
The broader category is also drawing new entrants. Last month, Priyanka Gill, co-founder of the Good Glamm Group, launched Coluxe, a new lab-grown diamond brand that has already secured early-stage funding. Meanwhile, Bengaluru-based jewellery brand Giva is reportedly in talks with Creaegis to raise $80–100 million, valuing the company between $470–500 million, following its entry into lab-grown diamonds.
On the regulatory front, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently confirmed there are no plans for additional regulations, citing the industry’s healthy growth under a self-regulatory model.
Jewelbox and other emerging players—including Aukera, Giva, and Green Lab Diamonds—have also approached the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) to dispute the classification of lab-grown diamonds as “synthetic,” arguing that it misrepresents their nature by equating them with lookalike simulants like cubic zirconia.
Commenting on the investment, Arjun Vaidya, co-founder and managing partner at V3 Ventures, said: “Less than 6% of Indians own diamonds today. With rising aspirations and growing awareness, lab-grown diamonds can democratize luxury in India—and Jewelbox is well-positioned to lead that change.”


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Shringar – House of Mangalsutra receives SEBI’s approval for its IPO
Shringar House of Mangalsutra has received SEBI’s approval to proceed with its initial public offering (IPOs).

Shringar House of Mangalsutra filed its DRHP with the capital markets regulator on February 5, 2025, proposing a fresh issue of 2.43 crore equity shares with no offer for sale (OFS) component. The proceeds from the fresh issue, amounting to ₹250 crore, will be utilised for the company’s working capital needs and general corporate purposes.
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PC Jeweller Soars 33% in Two Days on Strong Q1 Revenue Growth and Debt Reduction Plans
Standalone revenue jumps 80% YoY in Q1FY26; company targets becoming debt-free by FY26

PC Jeweller Ltd witnessed a sharp rally in its stock price over the past two trading sessions, surging by 33% to touch ₹18.69 on the BSE. The surge followed an upbeat business update for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1FY26), where the company reported a standout 80% year-on-year increase in standalone revenue.
In Monday’s session alone, the stock advanced 11.8%, reflecting heightened investor optimism on the back of strong operational performance and a clear path toward financial deleveraging.
The company attributed the robust growth to high customer demand during the wedding and festive season, which continued to drive strong sales across key markets. Notably, this surge in revenue came despite considerable volatility in gold prices—showcasing customer resilience and trust in the PC Jeweller brand.
In its official filing, the company described Q1 as “very promising and fulfilling,” highlighting that sustained goodwill and brand equity have enabled it to clock a “robust performance.”
Beyond top-line growth, PC Jeweller also emphasized its focus on strengthening its financial fundamentals. The company has been steadily reducing its outstanding debt, having cut its obligations to bankers by over 50% during FY24–25. In Q1FY26, it further trimmed its debt by another 7.5%, reinforcing its commitment to achieving a debt-free status by the end of FY26.
“The company continues to revamp and strengthen all aspects of its operations, the results of which are clearly visible in its financial performance,” the management noted in a statement. It added that the company remains optimistic about maintaining strong momentum in the upcoming quarters.
PC Jeweller’s strong quarterly update and visible progress on debt reduction have caught the attention of both retail and institutional investors, marking a potential turnaround story for the jewellery brand that has seen significant headwinds in previous years.
As it continues to streamline operations and strengthen its balance sheet, PC Jeweller is positioning itself to capture further growth opportunities in India’s ever-resilient gold and jewellery market.
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Senco Gold Q1 Revenue Jumps 28% on Festive Demand and Store Expansion
Robust consumer sentiment and nine new showroom launches drive growth; gold prices rise fails to dent buyer appetite

Senco Gold Ltd posted a 28% year-on-year increase in total revenue for the first quarter of FY26, propelled by strong festive demand and aggressive retail expansion. The jewellery retailer’s retail revenue grew 24% during the quarter, highlighting increased footfall and consumer interest across its growing showroom network.
Sales were buoyed by festive celebrations such as Akshay Tritiya, Baisakhi, Bihu, Poila Baishakh, and Ramnavmi, particularly in core markets like West Bengal, Punjab, and Assam, where Senco holds strong brand equity. Despite a 32% spike in gold prices—ranging between ₹86,900 and ₹1,01,000 per 10 grams—consumer appetite for gold jewellery remained resilient.
During the quarter, Senco launched nine new showrooms, bringing its total store count to 179 nationwide. The company continued to focus on brand-led strategies aimed at lifestyle-focused and festive shoppers through its diverse product lines.
Looking ahead to Q2 FY26, Senco plans to open 11 additional showrooms, aiming to meet its full-year target of 20 new outlets. It also intends to scale up its sub-brands — Sennes, Gossip, and Everlite — through franchise models to deepen its reach in urban and semi-urban markets.
Shares of Senco Gold Ltd rose 2.22% on Friday, closing at ₹350.05 on the BSE, up ₹7.60 from the previous session.
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