We Wish to Build Globally Relevant SKY Gold: Akash Talesara
Israel’s Diamond Industry Under Severe Pressure
Did Natural Diamond Ind. Misjudge LGD Threat?
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
Top News
India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo Inaugurated
Mumbai: Mr. Manoj Dwivedi, Joint Secretary, Dept. Commerce, MoC&I, Govt of India, Mr. Shailesh Sangani (Convenor, Promotions, Marketing and Business Development Sub-Committee, GJEPC) Mr. Saunak Parikh (Convener – National Exhibitions Sub-committee, GJEPC) inaugurated today the India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) on in Mumbai. India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo
34th Edition of IIJS Opens in Mumbai
Mumbai: The 34th edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), now positioned as IIJS Premiere, was inaugurated this morning at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon East (Mumbai) by Mr Manoj Dwivedi, Joint Secretary, Dept. Commerce, MoC&I, Govt of India and Mr. Alan Chirgwin, VP, Sales and Marketing, Rio Tinto in the presence of Praveenshankar Pandya, Chairman, and Russell Mehta
Glittering “Prelude to IIJS 2017” Presented
Mumbai: In a new move, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held a special show on the eve of the IIJS this year dubbed “Prelude to IIJS 2017”. The event, along the lines of fashion shows by couturiers, showcased the stunning designs of 15 companies. The jewellery presented ranged from traditional, bridal gold adornments, to scintillating jadau and
A Unique Tribute to Mother Teresa by Laksh Pahuja
Mumbai: India’s globally renowned jewellery designer Mr. Laksh Pahuja has crafted a unique piece of jewellery to pay tribute to Saint Mother Teresa. Mr. Sanjay Kothari, the former chairman of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) unveiled the piece today at the 34th India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) in presence of select industry leaders and media persons. Highly
GJF Announces Day-Long Interactive Workshop ‘Labham’
Mumbai: The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) and all major G&J Trade Associations, has announced the first-ever educational ‘Labham’ programme on 1st June 2014 in Rajkot onwards for all jewellers, manufacturers, traders and other constituents of the G&J businesses in and around Rajkot. It will be held in Chennai on 10th June and in New Delhi on
Gold Prices May Decline to Rs 24,000 by Diwali
Mumbai: Following the Reserve Bank easing the 20:80 gold import norms, India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) said gold prices are likely to fall to Rs 23,000-24,000 per 10 grams by Diwali as it also expects the Customs duty reduction in the forthcoming Budget, reports The Freepress Journal. “RBI’s easing of 20:80 gold import norms is positive for the gems
CIBJO and Fairtrade International Sign MOU
Moscow, 23rd May: CIBJO and Fairtrade International have signed a Memorandum of Understanding according to which Fairtrade commits to working with CIBJO and its member organizations to improving certified Fairtrade gold supplies to the jewellery markets and members of CIBJO-associated organisations, and CIBJO commits to facilitating and encouraging its members to adopt and integrate fairtrade gold and metals into their
RBI Allows Private Agencies to Import Gold
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) yesterday eased tough gold import rules by permitting seven more private agencies to import the yellow metal. It is a measure that industry officials say could increase supplies and reduce premiums in the peak wedding season. Gold imports by India, the world’s No. 2 bullion consumer after China, could quickly rise from current
