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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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Indian Jewellers Demand Higher GST Limit
Kolkata: The jewellery industry fears that artisans and small traders could face problems while moving to the technology-driven goods and service tax regime, which is expected to roll out from July this year. The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) has approached the Centre with a plea to reconsider the proposed threshold of Rs 20 lakh for exemption
India-SAARC-ME Buyer-Seller Meet in May
New Delhi: Over 60 buyers from SAARC, Middle East and South East Asia are expected to attend the second edition of the India-SAARC-ME Buyer-Seller meet that is being hosted by GJEPC from May 14-16 in Delhi. About 40 leading manufacturers of plain gold and diamond studded jewellery from across India are also expected to participate. Jewellery studded with synthetic diamonds
ALROSA Starts Trading on Moscow Exchange
Moscow: Russian diamond mining giant Alrosa said it has gained direct access to trading at Moscow Exchange’s FX Market. The first trades were executed on April 4. Since January 16, Russian legal entities that are not credit organizations or professional participants of the securities market have been permitted to enter the FX market directly on equal terms with banks and
Winners of 43rd IGJ Awards by GJEPC
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Mr. Devendra Fadnavis graced the 43rd India Gem & Jewellery Awards (IGJA 2016) hosted recently by Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and powered by GIA to recognise and reward star performers of the Indian gem and jewellery sector. Below is the complete list of the winners: Category name Name of the Firm Receivers Name
GJEPC Urges Simpler Path to Gold Monetization
Mumbai: India’s gold monetization efforts must focus on simplicity, trust and convenience if the country is to unlock the vast stock of idle household gold, said Khushboo Ranawat, Regional Chairperson – West, and Member – National Exhibitions, GJEPC, during a panel discussion at the ‘India’s Gold Revolution: Monetization, Tokenization & Financial Transformation’ seminar organized by the Bombay Chamber of Commerce &
GJEPC Hosts U.S. Senators, State Lawmakers for Industry Dialogue
Mumbai: Against the backdrop of deepening India-U.S. trade ties, GJEPC hosted a delegation of U.S. senators, state legislators and National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) officials at its Mumbai headquarters on 22nd June to provide an overview of India’s gem and jewellery industry and discuss key sectoral trends. The delegation comprised Wayne Harper, President Emeritus and President Pro Tempore, National Conference
Jewellery Crafts Design Competition at IIJS Bharat-Premiere 2026
Mumbai: IIJS Bharat – Premiere 2026 invites you to participate in the “Jewellery Crafts Design Competition”, presented under this year’s Brilliant Bharat – “Music of India” theme. For the 42nd edition of IIJS Bharat – Premiere, exhibitors are encouraged to create jewellery inspired by India’s rich and diverse musical heritage. From classical ragas, folk traditions, devotional music, and regional instruments
PGI (India) Strengthens its Consumer Visibility
Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has announced a focused hyperlocal activation programme ahead of the upcoming wedding season, aimed at strengthening consideration for platinum jewellery across key markets. The programme will run from mid-June to mid-July 2026. Designed to deliver high reach and frequency across premium catchments, the initiative aims to increase visibility for platinum jewellery closer to key
