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Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
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RJC Certifies Tara Jewels Ltd.
London: RJC announced that Tara Jewels Ltd., a Mumbai headquartered international integrated player in the jewelry industry with expertise ranging from designing to manufacturing and retailing of jewellery, has achieved Certification by meeting the highest ethical, social and environmental standards established by the RJC. “RJC warmly congratulates Tara Jewels Ltd. on its Certification. The successful verification assessment was conducted by
World Diamond Conference in Delhi
Mumbai: The World Diamond Mark Foundation (WDMF), in close cooperation with the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India, will organize an international World Diamond Conference supported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, in upcoming December, with its heart at the future of diamonds and diamond jewellery in the global luxury consumer market. The conference
India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo in Surat
Surat: The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion (GJEPC) in affiliation with the Surat Diamond Association (SDA), will host the India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) at The International Exhibition & Convention Centre, Surat, from 28th – 30th November, 2014. The inaugural edition in 2013 saw 75 exhibitors spread across 100 stalls. This year’s edition has grown bigger and will
Global Diamond Jewellery Sales Hit $79 Billion
Gaborone: Global diamond jewelry sales hit a record $79 billion in 2013, as the market faces a coming rough shortage, according to De Beers’ inaugural Diamond Insight Report. The report said that U.S. sales rose 7 percent last year, while sales in India and China grew 12 percent. According to the report, one in six U.S. diamond jewelry sales were
Oman Abolishes Import Duty on Indian Jewellery
Mumbai: The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which abolishes customs duty on imports of gems and jewellery in Oman from India, is expected to significantly boost India’s exports to Oman and strengthen direct trade linkages between the two countries, according to the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). India’s gem and jewellery exports to Oman currently stand at
BDB Honoured with Excellence in Surveillance Award
Mumbai: Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), the world’s largest diamond trading hub, has been awarded the Excellence in Surveillance Award at the prestigious IFSEC India Awards 2025, in recognition of its outstanding leadership in security management and advanced surveillance practices. The IFSEC India Awards are among the most respected recognitions in the security and safety industry, celebrating organizations that demonstrate innovation,
Comprehensive Discussion on Govt. G&J Policy
Mumbai: Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), in association with the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), organized an exclusive awareness and outreach session on the Maharashtra Gems & Jewellery (G&J) Policy 2025. The event featured an engaging and insightful interaction with Mr. Deependra Singh Kushwah (IAS), Development Commissioner (Industries), Government of Maharashtra whose forward-looking perspective offered industry stakeholders a comprehensive
Piyush Goyal Inaugurates NEST 2 at SEEPZ
Mumbai: India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Mr. Piyush Goyal unveiled the NEST–02 (New Enterprises & Services Tower – Phase 2) at the Santacruz Electronics Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ) yesterday, calling for stronger partnership between industry and the government to boost efficiency, transparency, and skilling. Speaking at the event, Mr. Goyal said SEEPZ must mirror the rapid economic growth witnessed under
