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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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Industry Not Yet Prepared for Hallmarking
Mumbai: A meeting of all stakeholders was held yesterday. Members of industry bodies from All India Gems & Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF), IBJA, SSBC, Coimbatore Jewellery Manufacturer Association, Mr Rajesh Khosla (MMTC PAMP), Mr C R Narsimhan from Tanishq along with members of Indian Association of Hallmarking (IAHC) Centre participated. In a joint press statement, Mr. Nitin Khandelwal, Chairman of
India’s Diamond Exports up 49.5% in Nov
Mumbai: Contrary to the fears, the exports from gems and jewellery has increased 27.25% per cent at US$ 3.27 billion during the month of November as compared to the same period last year. The increase was driven by a sharp increase in both exports of polished diamonds and jewellery as compared to the same month a year earlier, according to
India to Become Vice Chair of KP in 2018
Brisbane: At the recently concluded Plenary Meeting of the Kimberly Process (KP) that was held in Brisbane, Australia from December 9-14, 2017, India was appointed as the Vice-Chair of the KP for the year 2018. While the European Union (EU) will take the Chair for 2018, India will assume the role of the KP Chair in 2019. This is in
Naga Chaitanya Chooses Platinum for Distinctive Style
Hyderabad: Amidst much fanfare, South India’s favourite actor, Naga Chaitanya unveiled an unique range of Platinum Men’s jewellery inspired by the international trend of “Bold Minimalism” at the Joyalukkas store in Hyderabad recently. Naga Chaitanya, looking suave wearing a Platinum bracelet and chain, his two favourite pieces from the new collection was joined by Mr. Rajesh Krishnan (Manager- Retail, Joyalukkas-Indian
Limira Enters Jewellery Market with E-commerce-only Model
Surat: LIMIRA, a new-age, design-led lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, announced its launch in India with an e-commerce-only model built around design, individuality and storytelling transparency. The brand brings modern diamond jewellery directly to consumers, creating a digital-first experience designed around how consumers increasingly discover, evaluate and purchase jewellery. The launch comes at a time when India’s diamonds and jewellery industry
GJC Seeks Immediate Review on Hallmarking Charges
Mumbai: All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has expressed strong concern over the increase in gold hallmarking charges from ₹45 to ₹75 per article and has urged the Government and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to immediately review the decision and retain the existing charge pending stakeholder consultation. The increase has been notified through the Bureau of Indian Standards (Hallmarking) Amendment Regulations, 2026,
The Solitaire Festival of India’26 Concludes on High Note
Mumbai: Divine Solitaires has successfully concluded the 2026 edition of The Solitaire Festival of India (TSFI), its flagship annual consumer and retail engagement initiative, following a month-long celebration from 1st to 31st August2026. With participation from over 200 partner jewellery stores across 100+ cities in India, the festival brought together consumers and retail partners through a nationwide celebration of natural diamond
QDE Extends Bourse Network into Europe
Vicenza: The Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Borsa Diamanti d’Italia (Diamond Bourse of Italy), establishing a strategic partnership between the two bourses. The agreement was signed during the CIBJO Centenary Congress, held in Vicenza, Italy, from 4 to 7 September 2026, by Ghanim Nasser Al-Saadi, Director of the Qatar Diamond Exchange, and Luigi
