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A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
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NITI Aayog Partners with GJEPC to Boost Exports
Mumbai: India’s gems and jewellery industry got a significant boost on 7th October 2025, when NITI Aayog and GJEPC brought together key stakeholders to discuss the sector’s future competitiveness and export potential. The hybrid event, hosted at the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) with several participants joining virtually, featured Mr. Sanjeet Singh, Senior Advisor, NITI Aayog, joined by Mr. Kirit Bhansali,
10% Traffic Increase in JGW Hong Kong
Hong Kong: Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2025 (JGW) recorded a 10% increase in buyer attendance over the previous edition – a cautiously positive signal against a backdrop of complex market realities, Informa Markets Jewellery announced yesterday. Despite ongoing trade tensions, supply chain disruptions and high gold prices rattling the luxury goods market, the world’s No.1 jewellery sourcing destination
Maharashtra Announces Landmark G&J Policy
Mumbai: In a landmark move, the Government of Maharashtra yesterday announced the Maharashtra State Gem & Jewellery (G&J) Policy 2025, becoming the first state in India to introduce a dedicated policy for the gem and jewellery sector. The policy aims to attract investments worth ₹1 lakh crore and create over 5 lakh new jobs, marking a major step towards transforming
GJEPC Meet Addresses US Reciprocal Tariff Challenges
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) convened an exclusive trade meet in hybrid mode on 6th October at Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) to address the mounting challenges faced by India’s gems and jewellery industry due to US reciprocal tariffs and explore legal pathways to mitigate their impact. In his keynote address, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, outlined
David Gotlib is New President of AWDC
Antwerp: The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing Antwerp’s 1600 diamond companies and service providers, has appointed David Gotlib as its new President, replacing outgoing President Chaim Pluczenik. The Board also appointed Sahag Arslanian and Amish Jain as Vice Presidents. David Gotlib, born and bred in the family business, is a third generation diamantaire, leading one of
More Sanctions Declared on Russian Gold
London: The UK, US Canada, and Japan announced at the G7 Summit on 26th June that exports of Russian gold, its biggest non-energy export, will no longer be allowed to be enter their respective countries. LBMA noted that these rules to apply only to new gold of Russian origin, not to old production (which remains Good Delivery). “We believe this
Joyalukkas Hosts Solitaire Show with Forevermark
Mumbai: De Beers Forevermark, the world’s leading and trusted diamond jewellery brand, will showcase a collection of over 1000 diamond solitaires at 21 Joyalukkas stores across the country. These exquisite solitaires will be on display till July 2nd, 2022. De Beers Forevermark’s diamonds are the world’s most methodically selected diamonds and Joyalukkas are known for their transparency, trust and quality.
GJEPC Organized 3rd Member Outreach Program
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organised its 3rd Member Outreach program and initiated Discussions on the Way-Forward in Mumbai on 22nd June. This was organised in association with World Gold Council and supported by Jewellers Youth Forum. The exclusive program aimed to create awareness among industry members about the Council’s many initiatives to facilitate business and
