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A Coromandel watch showcasing a dial inspired by South Indian heritage

Coromandel Watch Co. and Indian Microbrands Explained

Introduction Although large companies and international names once dominated India’s watch market, independent microbrands now offer distinctive designs at accessible prices. Coromandel Watch Co. is, for example, one such brand. Specifically, Shibin V S and Amit Sudevan founded it, and it first operated as Madras Watch Works. However, they changed the name because of trademark

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A laptop displaying a Blue Nile diamond selection interface next to a loose diamond.

Blue Nile Lessons for the Future of Jewellery Retail

Disclosure: This post contains Blue Nile affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Buying a diamond involves more than picking a sparkling stone. Buyers also need reliable facts about quality, treatments, authenticity, and price. However, most shoppers cannot decode these

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A high-end display of customisable charm bracelets from Pandora jewellery.

Pandora Jewellery Lessons for Indian Jewellery Businesses

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through and buy something, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Jewellery serves many budgets, tastes, and traditions. For example, some families buy gold for weddings, while others choose affordable pieces

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Intelligence professionals focus on careful listening and patient observation when engaging with customers in business.

What Intelligence Professionals Teach Business About Customers

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through and buy something, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction What can a spy teach a jeweller, a watch dealer, a restaurant owner, or a hotel manager? Surprisingly, quite a

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Warren Buffett Lessons for Business and Everyday Consumers

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through and buy something, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Warren Buffett has entered a new chapter. On 18 September 2026, Berkshire Hathaway announced that he has become Chairman Emeritus,

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A close-up of a high-quality lab-grown diamond jewellery piece.

Lab-grown diamond: Trends and Future in the Indian Market

Introduction Lab-grown diamonds have quietly crossed a major milestone in the United States. Indeed, according to a recent InStore report, lab-grown stones now appear in the majority of newly appraised American engagement rings, up sharply from just 6% in 2019. However, the Indian market follows a different path. Because Indian buyers hold a strong relationship with

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