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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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AWDC Calls on Govt. for Decisive Support
Antwerp: Following the publication of its 2024 trade figures, the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), representing the interests of all Belgian diamond companies, is calling on the Belgian government to support the country’s diamond sector. Significant economic factors have plunged the international diamond industry into a deep crisis, impacting Antwerp as well. For the Belgian diamond industry, the G7 ban
Artisan Awards ’25 Final Jury Round Concluded
Mumbai: The 8th edition of the Artisan Jewellery Design Awards, powered by GIA, concluded its final jury round on16th January at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Over the course of the day, the distinguished jury panel, comprising Dr. Usha Balakrishnan, Eminent Jewellery Historian; Mr. Jay Sagar, Jewellery Specialist, Astaguru Auction House; Ms. Priya Tanna, President @trscreativeconsulting and Ex-Editor-In-Chief,
Sky Gold Ltd. Strengthens its Market Presence
Mumbai: Sky Gold Ltd. has announced significant milestones that underscore its commitment to innovation, client partnerships, and market expansion. Sky Gold has successfully onboarded Aditya Birla Jewellery, operating under the brand name Indriya. Launched by the Aditya Birla Group in July 2024, Indriya stands as a luxury jewellery brand that intricately blends traditional Indian craftsmanship with contemporary design. With ambitions to become one of the top jewellery retailers in India within the next five years, this collaboration marks a major step for Sky Gold Ltd. in aligning with
GJEPC Celebrates Silver Jubilee of its Kolkata Office
Kolkata: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex trade body sponsored by the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry, celebrated the Silver Jubilee (25th) anniversary of Eastern Regional Office in Kolkata. Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC, Mr. Pankaj Parekh, Regional Chairman, Eastern India, GJEPC, Mr. Suvankar
Shine Gudi Padwa Brighter with Platinum
Mumbai: As Maharashtra and other western states of India rejoice in the festive spirit of Gudi Padwa, people embrace the rich traditions of the Marathi new year. Houses are decked with bright marigolds and vibrant ‘gudis’ hoisted, while people indulge in jewellery purchase for themselves and their loved ones in anticipation of a prosperous new year. What better way to welcome the
50th India Gem & Jewellery Awards Presented
>Russell Mehta (Rosy Blue) bestowed with Lifetime Achievement Award >24 IGJ Awards included Women Entrepreneur of the Year & Best Bank Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) presented the coveted 50th India Gem & Jewellery Awards (IGJA), to the brightest jewels in India’s exports’ crown. GJEPC presented a total of 24 IGJ Awards: 14 – Industry Performance
Celebrate Ugadi with Platinum Jewellery
Hyderabad: Ugadi, observed on the first day of Chaitra, the initial month in the traditional Hindu calendar, signifies the arrival of the spring season. The southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka celebrate the auspicious occasion of Ugadi, to mark the commencement of the Hindu New Year. It is the time for new beginnings and fresh starts. In the early hours of
Can Arvind Shah Revive Operations of SDB?
Surat: The appointment of Mr. Arvind Shah from Dhanera Diamonds as the president of the Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) Service Co-operative Society has sparked conversations about potential repetition of history. Shah steps into a role previously occupied by Mr. Nagji Sakaria of HVK Diamond, who stepped down amid efforts to shift Mumbai’s diamond trade to Surat, hinting at possible challenges
