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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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Ghaghoo Diamond Mine Faces Closure
Gaborone: Gem Diamonds has failed to find a buyer for its Ghaghoo Diamond Mine in Botswana’s Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR), which had been on care and maintenance since February 2017. Mmegi reports that the diamond miner, which is currently focused on its Lesotho operations, is now considering a final closure of the Botswana operation. It had prioritised a sale
3rd 'India Gem and Jewellery Show’ from 7th April
Mumbai: All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the premier industry body catering to around 300,000 Indian jewellers and the allied industry value chain, is looking forward to the 3rd edition of GJS – India Gem & Jewellery Show scheduled from 7th to 10th April 2023 at Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai. GJS will comprise the top-of-the-line manufacturers/wholesalers of
4th Bharat Diamond Week from 6th April
Mumbai: The fourth edition of the Bharat Diamond Week, popularly known as BDW will be held between 6th to 8th April, 2023 at the sprawling Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) Complex Mumbai. After a hiatus due to travel restrictions and other factors affecting free trade, Bharat Diamond Bourse decided to open this important “ONLY DIAMOND” show this year promising over 125
Interpol Withdraws Red Notice Against Mehul Choksi
London: The removal of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi’s name from the Interpol database of Red Notices has drawn condemnation from the Opposition parties in India, while the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has sought the restoration of the notice. Mehul Choksi is the owner of Gitanjali Group, a jewellery firm with 4,000 stores in India. He, along with his nephew
Jennifer Lopez Named Ambassador for Zen Diamond
Mumbai: Jennifer Lopez is named as the new brand ambassador for Zen Diamond. As the company continues its international expansion across 22 countries, this collaboration marks a significant step in its journey toward becoming a globally recognized brand. At the beginning of August 2025, while performing across Europe and Asia on her “Jennifer Lopez Up All Night” tour, Jennifer Lopez
HRD Antwerp to Stop Grading Loose LGDs
Antwerp: HRD Antwerp announced it will stop grading loose lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) for commercial use, starting from January 2026. This move is intended to clearly distinguish between natural and lab-grown diamonds and strengthen consumer confidence in the natural diamond market. The lab will continue to issue certificates for jewelry that contains LGDs and will still analyze synthetic stones for research purposes.
CIBJO Congress Focuses on Standards & Sustainability
Paris: The 2025 Annual Congress of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) opened on October 27 at the Comet Auditorium in Paris, welcoming more than 250 delegates from across the global jewellery supply chain. The gathering marks a milestone year for CIBJO as it nears its centenary, reaffirming its position as the guardian of industry standards, consumer trust, and ethical business
De Beers Reports Increase in Q3 Production
London: De Beers reported a sharp increase in rough diamond sales and production for the third quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. The sales volume tripled due to an extra selling event (Sight) in Q3 2025, which was reduced during the market downturn in Q3 2024. Production was up 38% year-on-year, primarily driven by higher output from
