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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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Botswana-De Beers Seal a Diamond Deal
Gaborone: The Government of the Republic of Botswana and the De Beers Group have reached an agreement in principal on a 10-year sales agreement for Debswana’s rough diamond production till 2033, the two parties said in a joint statement, reports Forbes. In addition, the two parties agreed to a 25-year extension of the Debswana mining licensing deal that will run
Leaders Share Ideas to Foster Economic Growth
Surat: The recently concluded B20 (Business 20) Surat Meet – the official G20 dialogue forum with the global business community, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on 1st July 2023 at the Diamond city of India- Surat, saw a host of sparkling stalwarts sharing their thoughts, insights and views at the closed door event. The Round Table Discussion on
Platinum Delivers Steady Q1 Performance in India
Mumbai: The latest industry review from Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR) Q1 2023indicates improved sentiment and positive consumption momentum among affluent jewellery buyers in platinum’s key markets and a continued recovery from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Platinum Guild International (PGI) has implemented strategic marketing initiatives and programmes specially designed for each country to take advantage of improved sentiment to boost
CIBJO and IGDA Sign an Agreement
Birmingham: The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) and the International Grown Diamond Association (IGDA) have agreed to work together in protecting the confidence of consumers in both jewellery products and the jewellery industry, through the transparent development of standards, operating principles and terminology. The agreement was formalised on June 25, 2023, as a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), signed by Gaetano Cavalieri,
Gaston to Acquire 100% Ownership of Lucapa Diamond
Dubai: Gaston International DMCC (“Gaston”), part of Jemora Group, has announced that it has entered into a binding term sheet (the “Binding Term Sheet“) with Richard Tucker and Paul Pracilio (“Administrators”) of Lucapa Diamond Company Limited (“Lucapa”), an ASX-listed company, for a Deed of Company Arrangement (“DOCA”) contemplating the acquisition of all issued shares of Lucapa by Gaston (the “Transaction“).
16% Surge in India’s G&J Exports in July 2025
Mumbai: The Indian gem and jewellery industry is witnessing signs of revival, with July exports delivering a much-needed boost amid the lingering impact of US tariffs. A robust 15.98% growth in overall exports, a sharp rebound in cut and polished diamond exports to Hong Kong, and strong order bookings from IIJS Premiere 2025 have infused optimism ahead of the festive
De Beers & Endiama Discover New Kimberlites in Angola
Luanda: De Beers Group, together with Angola’s national diamond company, Endiama, yesterday announced a significant step forward in their joint exploration efforts with the discovery of kimberlite, the host rock for diamonds, in Angola. In July 2025, the De Beers-Endiama joint venture successfully intersected kimberlite in its first drill hole into a high-priority cluster of targets, identified from the airborne
GJEPC Unveils Bold & New Initiatives
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) announced major initiatives that reflect the Council’s commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and national pride. During the recently concluded IIJS Premiere 2025, Mr. Nirav Bhansali, Convener – National Exhibitions, GJEPC and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, gave a lowdown on the new projects aimed at elevating India’s position in the
