Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?

Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring

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Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?

Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring

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Diamond Prices Rising due to Sanctions against Alrosa

Mumbai: Diamond prices are on the rise as sanctions on one of the world’s two mining giants spread throughout the supply chain. In the past, the industry could turn to giant De Beers to get extra gems when supply was tight, but not this time. According to Bloomberg, citing sources, the price of a small rough diamond has jumped by

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China to Hold LGD Ind. Development Congress

Beijing: Panyu, an urban district of the prefecture-level city of Guangzhou in China will welcome the First China International Laboratory-Grown Diamond Industry Development and Innovation Congress (LGD-IDIC) to be held on May 18-19, 2022. The Congress is organized by the Guangzhou Diamond Exchange (GZDE) and will be focused on sustainability, new opportunities, and building an ecosystem for the laboratory-grown diamond

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PGI Launches New Campaign for Platinum Season of Love

Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India announces the of launch of its signature annual retail activation– Platinum Season of Love, a month-long initiative from 6th May 2022 to 5th June 2022. Emboldened by the immense success of its previous editions, this fifth edition of Platinum Season of Love, brings together all 3 brands of platinum to celebrate choosing love first as we

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IGJS 2022: Reaffirming India as Jeweller to the World

Jaipur: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) successfully kickstarted the IGJS 2022 in association with Gemfields in India’s colored gemstone capital, Jaipur today. It is the first ever gem and jewellery physical event hosted exclusively for international buyers in India to increase exports and to exemplify India’s strong hold on the G&J industry. The show was graced with the

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Celebrate Rakshabandhan with Platinum

Mumbai: Rakshabandhan has always been about celebrating the quirks, chaos and quiet strength that defines sibling relationships. Over the years, gifting has become an integral part of the festival – a way to celebrate love, spark new memories and cherish old ones. As this exchange becomes more thoughtful, platinum jewellery is stepping into the spotlight as the go-to choice for

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Hari Krishna Exports Wins Sustainability Award

Hong Kong: Seven enterprises demonstrating the global jewellery industry’s commitment to positive change have emerged victorious in the Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards). Representing a truly international showcase of excellence, the winning companies from China, Hong Kong, India, Italy, the US and Vietnam will be honoured during the Fair Reception of Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong

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GJSCI Conducts ‘Train the Trainer’ Program

Mumbai:   Skilling being at the core of GJSCI’s activities, a Special Program was curated by the institute to Train the Trainer.   It was a 3 day long Training Program which commenced on 31st July upto 2nd August, 2025.  Imitation Jewellery Maker & Artificial Jewellery Maker jobroles were shortlisted for this program.  A total of 12 Trainers participated in this intensive

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GJEPC Celebrates 60th Anniversary in Grand Style

Mumbai: india’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has completed 60 years of its inception. It was a full house at Innov8 Launchpad, Hall No. 1, IIJS Premiere 2025, on 4th Aug. The occasion was graced by all former Chairmen and esteemed veteran members of the Council, making it a truly memorable gathering. The event concluded with an employee

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