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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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GJEPC Hosts U.S. Senators, State Lawmakers for Industry Dialogue
Mumbai: Against the backdrop of deepening India-U.S. trade ties, GJEPC hosted a delegation of U.S. senators, state legislators and National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) officials at its Mumbai headquarters on 22nd June to provide an overview of India’s gem and jewellery industry and discuss key sectoral trends. The delegation comprised Wayne Harper, President Emeritus and President Pro Tempore, National Conference
Jewellery Crafts Design Competition at IIJS Bharat-Premiere 2026
Mumbai: IIJS Bharat – Premiere 2026 invites you to participate in the “Jewellery Crafts Design Competition”, presented under this year’s Brilliant Bharat – “Music of India” theme. For the 42nd edition of IIJS Bharat – Premiere, exhibitors are encouraged to create jewellery inspired by India’s rich and diverse musical heritage. From classical ragas, folk traditions, devotional music, and regional instruments
PGI (India) Strengthens its Consumer Visibility
Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has announced a focused hyperlocal activation programme ahead of the upcoming wedding season, aimed at strengthening consideration for platinum jewellery across key markets. The programme will run from mid-June to mid-July 2026. Designed to deliver high reach and frequency across premium catchments, the initiative aims to increase visibility for platinum jewellery closer to key
IIJS Bharat Premiere Strengthens GCC Outreach with Deira Gold Souq Campaign
Dubai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) stepped up its buyer outreach in Dubai, placing the famed Deira Gold Souq at the heart of its campaign to drive participation in IIJS Bharat Premiere, scheduled to be held from 5 to 10 August 2026 in Mumbai. With 76% of Dubai’s jewellery buyers concentrated in Deira Gold Souq, the district
GJEPC Signs MOU with NSIC
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 29th January, 2021, with the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) for the mutual benefit of their members. The MoU was signed by U.K. Kohli, General Manager (BD- Machine Selling) and Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC in the presence of Director (Planning & Marketing) The NSIC,
India’s Gold Demand Down by 35% in 2020
Mumbai: India’s gold demand for 2020 hit levels last seen in 1995 due to a devastating combination of Covid-related lockdowns and all-time high prices. The country’s gold demand last year was 446.4 tonnes compared to 690.4 tonnes in 2019, a year-on-year decline of 35%, the World Gold Council’s (WGC’s) latest Gold Demand Trends report states. Somasundaram PR, Managing Director of
PGI Showcases Platinum Bands for Valentines Day
Mumbai: Platinum Days of Love by Platinum Guild India (PGI) showcases exquisitely crafted Platinum Love Bands as a fitting tribute to growing #StrongerInLove this Valentine’s Day! To couples who have displayed values of strength, resilience, patience, and optimism through a tough whirlwind of a year. Each set of love bands pays an ode to the unique journey of the one who adorns it. While
Khimji Jewels Ventures into E-Commerce Market
Mumbai: Khimji Jewels has ventured into the online ecosystem with the launch of its new and intuitively responsive e-commerce platform – khimjijewels.com. A leading and highly trusted name in the gold jewellery and precious stone segment and with a legacy of over 84 years, the brand is now offering an online jewellery buying experience for buyers across India through the
