Responsible business practices ‘no longer optional’, says WDC President Feriel Zerouki

The president of the World Diamond Council takes time out of her busy schedule to tell Rough&Polished readers about the critical work of the WDC. Zerouki, the first female present of the body, which includes all the important industry organizations among...

14 october 2024

James Campbell: Botswana Diamonds optimistic as it enters uncharted territory of using AI for mineral exploration

London-listed Botswana Diamonds has expressed optimism about the company’s use of artificial intelligence (AI) to scan the exploration database in Botswana to look for new mineralised deposits. Company managing director James Campbell told Rough...

07 october 2024

Artur Salyakayev: For me, happiness is freedom to make my ideas happen and create valuable products

Artur Salyakayev is an art entrepreneur, founder of the International Jewelry Academy (IJA) and the INCRUA jewelry company. He has initiated and developed successful projects in jewelry industry and services sector. He is also a leading expert...

30 september 2024

Paul Zimnisky: China key for sustained recovery in demand for natural diamonds, prices

The curtailing of upstream and midstream natural diamond production in the past months is starting to have an effect on prices, according to the New-York-based independent diamond and jewellery analyst and consultant, Paul Zimnisky. He told Rough & Polished’s...

23 september 2024

Vladimir Pilyushin: The jewelry market is not stand-alone and moves by the same laws as other markets

Vladimir Pilyushin is editor-in-chief of Russian Jeweler, a leading magazine about the jewelry industry in Russia. He told Rough&Polished about his view on the evolution of the jewelry industry in Russia and touched upon some of its problems.

16 september 2024

Tata Group's Zoya unveils 'Her Becoming' Collection in white diamonds

23 october 2023

Zoya, a distinguished brand from the House of Tata, presents 'Her Becoming,' an exquisite collection of rare white diamond jewels that translate the iconic geometry of ancient Ikat into wearable art. The collection was launched by Ajoy Chawla, CEO of Titan’s jewelry division, and Zoya’s brand ambassador, Sonam Kapoor.

'Her Becoming' signifies a creative milestone for the maison. Its aesthetic brilliance is showcased through a blend of unexpected diamond shapes that set this collection apart. Rare Cadillac, trapezoid, and custom-cut baguette diamonds are meticulously crafted from raw stones, revealing their fiery brilliance and remarkable luminosity. Careful attention to the setting of these rare gems establishes a harmonious fusion of shape and color, offering a breathtaking assortment of contemporary classics.

Ajoy Chawla remarked, "As a brand with deep Indian roots, Zoya is proud to introduce this groundbreaking collection, which pays homage to India's rich heritage of jewelry craftsmanship and translates traditional Indian inspiration into timeless designs with universal appeal."

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough & Polished