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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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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“Jewels on the Ramp” Jewellery Fashion Show

Bengaluru: A glamourous night with the dazzling presence of Former Miss World and GJEPC Brand Ambassador Manushi Chhillar, alongside industry stalwarts adorning an exquisite jewelry piece in a white gown, captivated hearts and stole the limelight. From traditional Indian artistry to contemporary brilliance, the stage was ablaze with the beauty and grandeur of Indian gems and jewellery. Luxurious bejeweled showstoppers

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Welcome Vishu with Platinum Jewellery

Trivendrum: As Vishu, the cherished Malayali spring festival, approaches, the anticipation of new beginnings and fresh aspirations fills the air in Kerala and parts of Tamil Nadu. This time-honoured celebration marks the advent of the New Year in the Malayalam calendar.  Vishu embodies the spirit of generosity. A joyous celebration that brings loved ones together as they exchange meaningful gifts.

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GJEPC Unveils Brilliant Bharat Theme at IIJS Tritiya

Bengaluru: India’s apex trade body,The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) inaugurated the 2nd edition of the India International Jewellery Show – IIJS Tritiya – in Bangalore (Karnataka) at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from 5th to 8th April 2024. India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) is running concurrently with IIJS Tritiya Bangalore 2024 for the first time

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Gem-A Launches Spring 2024 Issue

London: The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has launched the latest issue of its academic publication, The Journal of Gemmology (Volume 39, No. 1, 2024). Released digitally on 2 April, this issue contains news and research from the international gemmological community, including an article focusing on the mineralogy and colour genesis of silicified coral from Indonesia. This attractive material shows various

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IDE to Advance "Natural is Real" During IDW

Ramat Gan: The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) will be advancing its “Natural Is real” campaign during the Israel Diamond Week in New York to be held next month at the Diamond Dealers Club of New York (DDC). The campaign, which was launched during last year’s Israel Diamond Week in New York, stresses the Israeli diamond industry and trade’s commitment to

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UK-Ireland Jewellery Industry Unite Over Ethics

London: Industry leaders from the major trade associations and buying groups in the UK and Ireland have come together to take a lead on issues of ethics and corporate social responsibility in the jewellery industry by backing the work of the Jewellery Ethics Committee UK (JEC-UK). At a designer-maker evening event organized by JEC-UK at the Goldsmiths’ Centre on Thursday

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India Needs More World-Class Gold Refineries

Mumbai: At the two-day seminar organized by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), experts were of the opinion that Indian household, which has total holding of around 25,000 tonnes of gold, needs more gold refineries for monetizing and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the sector. India continues to be a major consumer of gold, importing on average 600

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Indian Bullion Trade Asso. to Retail Gold, Silver

Mumbai: India’s bullion trade body, India Bullion and Jewellers Association Ltd. (IBJA), has entered into retailing of gold and silver coins and bars, reports resourceinvestor.com. This is the first time that IBJA has entered into bullion trading. The association will source gold from overseas and local gold suppliers. The coins will range between 1 gram and 1,000 grams and will

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