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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IDE Launches Second ‘Fly to Buy’ Campaign

Ramat Gan: Based on the success of last year’s ‘Fly to Buy’ campaign, the Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) has announced that the second ‘Fly to Buy’ event will be held from September through December 2019. The promotion is being held in collaboration with the Israel Ministry of Economy. ‘Fly to Buy’ offers overseas diamond buyers up to $1,000 to cover the price

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India to End Special Status of Kashmir

New Delhi: In an announcement with massive repercussions for Jammu and Kashmir, India’s Home Minister Mr. Amit Shah has announced in Rajya Sabha that the government has decided to repeal Article 370 of the Constitution which grants special status to J&K. The government has also decided to bifurcate the state into two Union territories – Jammu and Kashmir, which will

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Celebrate Friendship Day with Platinum

Mumbai: Its Friendship day! And who is that one person that comes to your mind when you think of your best friend? If the answer is your better half, you know the relationship you share is truly rare. Platinum Days of Love, #Friends First campaign wants you to remember that your partner might be your lover but before everything else, you

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DPA Announces Winners of ‘The Real Cut-Season 2’

Mumbai: Diamond Producers Association (DPA) in collaboration with Lakmé Fashion Week yesterday announced the winning talented jewellery designers of the second edition of ‘The Real Cut’. Six jewellery designers emerged as the final winners of ‘The Real Cut – Season 2’ and will get the opportunity to showcase their designs at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2019 along with celebrated fashion designers Archana Rao, Dhruv Kapoor and ­­­­­Shweta Kapur. The theme for the second

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Rapaport Melee Auction at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in association with SEEPZ Mumbai, invites members of the gem & jewellery industry to participate in the Rapaport Melee Auction at the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC from 13th to 16th July. This is an excellent opportunity to source quality melee diamonds through a globally trusted auction platform while connecting with the

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IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Promotion Across Thailand

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has expanded its promotional campaign for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 across Thailand through a series of meetings with the Embassy of India, leading industry associations, government institutions and jewellery retailers. Varun Chulet, Assistant Director, GJEPC Jaipur, led the outreach aimed at strengthening bilateral trade ties and encouraging greater Thai participation in

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20 under 40: Celebrating the Next Generation of Leaders

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)’s 20 Under Forty Awards celebrate exceptional young leaders shaping the gem and jewellery industry. The GJEPC recently opened nominations for the 2026 edition. Honorees will be recognized at IIJS Bharat – Premiere 2026, being held August 5–9 at the Jio World Convention Centre and August 6–10 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre

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GJEPC Gears Up Industry for India–UK CETA Rollout

Mumbai: The implementation of the landmark India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 15 July 2026 marks a transformative milestone for India’s gem and jewellery industry, opening the door to significantly greater market access, enhanced competitiveness and accelerated bilateral trade with one of its key export markets. With zero-duty access for nearly 99% of Indian exports to the UK, the agreement

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