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Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
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India Should Focus on Incremental Changes in KP
Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): More than two decades after the Kimberley Process (KP) was born, the diamond industry still faces an uncomfortable truth: the global system designed to keep “Conflict diamonds” out of the market is stuck in the past. The Kimberley Process defines conflict diamonds narrowly—stones used by rebel movements to finance wars against legitimate governments. That definition made
EU Eliminates Duty on Indian G&J Imports
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has welcomed the elimination of import duties on Indian gem and jewellery products under the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This removes 2-4% duties on precious jewellery, unleashing huge export potential with the 27-member EU bloc—home to the world’s elite buyers. India’s gem and jewellery (G&J) exports accounted for USD 30
Paola De Luca Holds Masterclass on Artisan Awards 2026 Theme ‘Quantum Couture’
Mumbai: Paola De Luca, a globally recognised jewellery trend forecaster and Founder of The Futurist LLC, led an online masterclass on 23 January that drew over 200 participants, helping designers interpret Quantum Couture, the theme for The Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2026. Curated as a preparatory session ahead of submissions, the masterclass explained how the theme, Quantum Couture – Re-Engineering Beauty and Cultural Codes,
Ranbir Kapoor Joins PNG Jewellers as New Ambassador
Mumbai: PNG Jewellers, one of India’s most revered jewellery houses with a legacy dating back to 1832, announces Bollywood icon Ranbir Kapoor as its new brand ambassador. With his effortless blend of heritage, credibility and contemporary appeal, Ranbir Kapoor marks an exciting new chapter in PNG Jewellers’ journey as the brand strengthens its national presence. Founded in Maharashtra and now
Tara Jewellers Launches 6 Shop-in-Shop Outlets
Mumbai: Tara Jewellers has opened six more shop-in-shop format outlets showcasing certified diamond and hallmarked gold jewellery exemplifying fine craftsmanship and exquisite designs. The new outlets are located in Shoppers Stop stores in: DB City Mall, Bhopal; Elante Mall, Chandigarh; BPK Star Building, Indore; World Trade Park, Jaipur; MBD Neopolis Mall, Jalandhar; and Ambuja City Center, Raipur. The collections on
Gold Prices May Decline to Rs 24,500 by Dec
Mumbai: Gold prices are likely to decline further to around Rs 24,500 per 10 grams by December if the rupee continues to rule at the current level, according to analysts, reports zeenews. “We expect the gold prices to remain bearish and if the rupee continues to rule at current level the yellow metal may touch Rs 24,500 level by December.
First Ruby and Pink Sapphire Mine Coming Soon
Vancouver: Canadian junior True North Gems (TSX-V:TGX) is fine tuning details to start building an open-pit mine that will produce ruby and pink sapphire gemstones starting next year and running until at least 2024. The Vancouver-based miner, which began exploration about a decade ago, closed Thursday an $11 million finance package with joint-venture partner LSNG that will finally allow it
More Than 1,000 Attendees Expected For 2nd ZDC
Harare: With just days to go before the start of the Second Zimbabwe Diamond Conference, organizers of the event say 1,000 people are due to take part in the opening session, making it the largest diamond industry conference ever held in the country and one of the biggest in Africa. The focus of the November 6-7 conference, organized by Zimbabwe’s
