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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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De Beers Progresses in Blockchain Initiative
London: De Beers Group has announced it is progressing development of the first blockchain technology initiative to span the diamond value chain and provide a single, tamper-proof and permanent digital record for every diamond registered on the platform. The initiative will underpin confidence in diamonds and the diamond industry by ensuring that all registered diamonds are conflict-free and natural, while
Who Looted Zimbabwe’s Diamonds Worth $15 Billion?
Harare: The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission has opened fresh investigations into former Mines and Mining Development Minister Walter Chidhakwa over diamonds that allegedly disappeared from Government vaults during his stint at the ministry. Zacc investigators told The Sunday Mail that Chidhakwa will soon be interviewed on the precious stones which vanished in 2015. Also likely to be quizzed are former Cabinet
PNG Jewellers Opens 27th Store in Pimpri, Pune
Mumbai: P.N.Gadgil Jewellers – a brand built on trust, excellence and innovation inaugurated its newest store in Pimpri, Pune on Friday, 12th January, 2018. This magnificent store launch was attended by the Sultan of Bollywood – Mr. Salman Khan and was inaugurated by Mr. Shrirang Barne – Member of Parliament in the presence of Mr. Saurabh Gadgil – CMD, PN
Israel to Unveil Diamond Based Cryptocurrencies
Ramat Gan: During the next International Diamond Week in Israel (IDWI) (from February 5 – 7, 2018), the Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) will unveil new diamond-based cryptocurrencies created by startup CARATS.IO. As part of IDWI events, CARATS.IO will host a seminar introducing their new diamond-backed financial instruments to explain their many benefits to the diamond industry. According to Founder and
Global Certificate in LGD Technology Launched
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) and the India Centre for Lab Grown Diamonds (InCent LGD) at IIT Madras have commenced the first batch of their Global Certificate in Lab Grown Diamond Technology, with 23 participants. Classes began on 21 October 2026, following a virtual inauguration on 19 October. The inaugural batch includes entrepreneurs, manufacturers, representatives of
GJEPC Participates in Haryana Workshop on Leveraging FTAs for Export Growth
Gurugram: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) facilitated the participation of a delegation of its member exporters in the State-Level Workshop on ‘Leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) – Outreach Programme’, organized by the Directorate of MSME, Government of Haryana, at the Grand Hyatt, Gurugram, on 3 November 2026. The workshop, held under the theme ‘Translating India’s Free Trade
IAGES New Film Moves ‘PehlaCheckIAGES’ from Awareness to Habit
Mumbai: The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) is empowering gold buyers this festive season to make informed purchases by amplifying awareness about its #PehlaCheckIAGES campaign through engaging ad film created to build assurance and trust among buyers. Since its launch in December 2025, the ‘Before you buy Gold, #PehlaCheckIAGES’ campaign has urged consumers through diverse outdoor advertising
Divine Solitaires Announces Special Festive Offers
Mumbai: Divine Solitaires, India’s leading natural diamond solitaires brand, is offering special Dhanteras benefits on its Diamond Coins from 26 October to 6 November 2026. The offer includes an assured gift with every eligible purchase, a lucky draw with 100% cashback vouchers for 10 customers, and price protection. Dhanteras is considered an auspicious occasion to welcome prosperity and good fortune,
