India's Rough Diamond Imports Surge in April

India imported $1.58 billion worth of rough in April, up 8.4 percent compared to March, based on figures published by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).

The volume of imports also increased, up 42.2 percent to 14.2 million carats. The average value of imports totaled $111.41 per carat.

Rough diamond exports or 2.25 million carats worth $115.3 million declined 9.6 percent by volume and increased 21.2 percent by value compared to April 2011.