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A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
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VICENZAORO Dubai at ME Gems & Jewellery Forum
Dubai: VICENZAORO DUBAI, the Super Show dedicated to world gold and jewellery trade organised by DV Global Link – a joint venture between Fiera di Vicenza and the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) – was at the Middle East Gems & Jewellery Forum 2015 (MEGJF), held in Dubai, 1-2 November, in its capacity as a partner.
India Launches 3 Gold Schemes and Gold coin
New Delhi: India’s Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi on today launched three gold related schemes- Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), Gold Sovereign Bond Scheme and the Gold Coin and Bullion Scheme. PM Modi also unveiled the first ever national gold coin minted in India with the national emblem of Ashok Chakra engraved to be released among others on the occasion. Speaking
KGK Opens Silver Jewellery Mfrg. Unit in Bangkok
Mumbai: September 2015, Bangkok: In a string of opening new factories globally, KGK group added another silver jewellery manufacturing unit in Bangkok recently under the name of Trinity Creations Co. Ltd. A total of over 2100 sq. meter floor area, the factory is distributed amongst six floors with a capacity of 300 employees/ workers. The unit is specialized to manufacture
GJF Urges GST for Jewellery at Uniform Rate of 1%
Mumbai: The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) urged the Union Government to implement uniform 1% Goods & Services Tax (GST) across the entire gems and jewellery sector since such an initiative will bring all jewellery manufacturers under one umbrella. Such action will also help the gems & jewellery sector to promote ‘Make in India’ concept at grass
Platinum Season of Love Begins from 17th April
Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has announced the launch of Platinum Season of Love 2026, its signature nationwide retail activation set to run from 17th April to 31st May 2026 across jewellery stores in India. A key strategic initiative in PGI India’s annual calendar, the programme is designed to drive consumer demand and retail momentum for platinum jewellery across
Edward Asscher Announces Candidacy for VC of the RJC
Amsterdam: Edward Asscher, the incumbent Vice Chair of the Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC), announced that he will run for another term in the position. In a letter to the RJC membership, he noted that the diamond, gem, and jewellery industry would be facing greater commercial challenges than ever before. “After serving four years as Vice Chair, I continue to argue
Industry Expectations on Akshay Tritiya Sales
Mumbai: Akshay Tritiya is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar to buy gold, symbolizing lasting prosperity and wealth. Gold prices have risen significantly (nearly 60% up from last year) with 24K hovering around ₹1,55,570 per 10g in mid-April 2026. Digital gold, coins, and jewelry are popular purchasing options. Despite high prices, demand remains high as gold
India’s G&J Exports Grew During April’25 & Mar’26
Mumbai: India’s gem and jewellery exports for the financial year April 2025 – March 2026 stood at ₹2,44,827.26 crore, registering a growth of 0.93% in rupee terms compared to ₹2,42,559.39 crore in the previous financial year. In dollar terms, exports were recorded at US$ 27.72 billion, reflecting a moderate decline of 3.32% year-on-year. The performance comes amid a year marked by geopolitical
