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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
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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No New Burden on G&J Industry Under PMLA
Mumbai: The gem and jewellery trade may have collectively heaved a sigh of relief as Rohan Shah, one of the nation’s foremost legal minds, shed light on the impact of the 28th December, 2020 notification that brought the gems and jewellery sector under the ambit of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). In conversation with Mr. Colin Shah, Chairman
IIJS Virtual 2 by GJEPC Inaugurated
250+ exhibitors and 8000+ registered buyers visiting the show. More than 15,000 meetings booked Dedicated 5 Halls each for Traditional Gold Jewellery; Gold Jewellery (Mass); Diamond/Colour Gemstone Jewellery; Couture/Bridal Jewellery; Loose colour Gemstone/Silver jewellery / Machinery & Allied. Mumbai: After the success of the first edition of India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Virtual in October 2020, the Gem and Jewellery
Ashish Pethe is Chairman, Saiyam Mehra VC of GJC
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the national apex body of the gems and jewellery industry has appointed Mr. Ashish Pethe as Chairman and Mr. Saiyam Mehra as its Vice Chairman for a period of two years. The list of other newly elected directors of GJC has been uploaded on the company website www.gjc.org.in Mr. Ashish Pethe has been closely associated with
Indian Exporters Get Mejor Boost
Mumbai: Taking a major step to boost exports, the Government of India has decided to extend the benefit of the Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) to all export goods with effect from 1st January, 2021. The RoDTEP scheme would refund to exporters the embedded Central, State and local duties/taxes that were so far not
When Love is the Feeling, Gift must be Platinum!
Mumbai: When love is intentional, enduring, and deeply felt, it deserves a symbol that reflects its significance. Platinum stands apart as the metal of love – resilient and lasting, naturally white, with jewellery that is uncompromisingly pure. This Valentine’s season, Platinum Love Bands spotlights women’s platinum rings – each designed to convey what makes ‘her’ special…celebrating your love for her, and the woman that she
India-US Reach Framework for an Interim Agreement
Mumbai: India’s gem& jewellery (G&J) industry is elated by the announcement of zero-duty access for diamonds and coloured gemstones to the US under the Interim Agreement framework — a decisive turning point that breathes new life into the sector. The diamond sector had taken a severe hit over the past year, with India’s cut and polished diamond exports to the
De Beers Declares 35% Fall in Diamond Production
Mumbai: De Beers Group has reported a big fall of 35% in diamond production for Q4 of 2025, mainly due to maintenance shutdowns at its Jwaneng and Orapa mines. In its Q4 report for the year, the diamond mining major revealed it recovered 3.78 million carats between October and December, down from 5.83 million carats during the same period in
Maryam Al Hashemi to Steer KP Committee on Participation & Chairmanship
Dubai: DMCC confirmed that Maryam Al Hashemi, Senior Director of Precious Stones and Metals at DMCC and the UAE KP Director, has been appointed Chair of the Kimberley Process (KP) Committee on Participation and Chairmanship (CPC). The CPC is a vital body within the Kimberley Process, responsible for evaluating new participants, reviewing compliance matters, and assessing Vice-Chair candidates. Its recommendations
