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India's gold tariff hike fuels smuggling revival, squeezes banks and refinersIndia's decision to raise gold import duties to 15% is triggering a fresh surge in smuggling, as illegal operators exploit a widening price...
For Gen Z diamonds are a personal style statement, not something they can tuck awayAs Millennials and Gen Z redefine luxury consumption in India, the natural diamond industry is evolving to meet their demand for individual...
PM Modi chairs key meet with Economic Advisory Council to asses impact of West Asia warPrime Minister Narendra Modi convened with the PM-Economic Advisory Council. Discussions focused on the West Asia conflict's impact on Indi...
India gold prices soar 4.1% in May despite decline in global prices: World Gold CouncilIndian gold prices saw a notable increase in May, defying global trends. This rise occurred even as international gold prices dipped. Local...
Smugglers are hard at work as higher duty puts the shine on goldThe recent spike in import duties in India has inadvertently fueled a rise in gold smuggling activities. Traders are noting a marked increa...
GJEPC showcases India's craftsmanship, innovation and design at JCK Las Vegas 2026India's Gem & Jewellery Council celebrates 21 years at JCK Las Vegas, showcasing "Brilliant Bharat." The India Pavilion highlights a shift ...
Gold demand drops 70% after sharp duty hike in IndiaDemand fell to about 7.5 tonnes in the fortnight ended May 27 from around 25 tonnes a year earlier, according to industry estimates. The go...
Ludhiana MBA graduates ditch corporate jobs to grow Kashmir’s ‘red gold’ saffron, sell it for Rs 12 lakh/kg. Here's how they did itTwo MBA graduates from Punjab's Ludhiana are making headlines for achieving a remarkable feat, cultivating premium Kashmiri saffron indoors...
End of an era: Veteran sports administrator Randhir Singh diesIndia's sporting world mourns the passing of Randhir Singh. He was a distinguished Olympian and a respected administrator. Singh achieved h...
What should you do with your gold investments amid delay in US-Iran deal, high oil prices and inflationary concernsGold prices on MCX slipped amid rising geopolitical tensions, elevated crude oil prices and inflation concerns linked to the delayed US-Ira...
Top gold loan companies expand bullion holdings to record levels in FY26India's top gold loan firms, Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance, and IIFL Finance, collectively hold a record 334 tonnes of gold. This amo...
Import duty hike to decrease India's gold demand by 50-60 tonnes in 2026India's gold demand faces a significant drop this year. The World Gold Council predicts a contraction of 50 to 60 tonnes. This decline foll...
Weaponised dependency: Chinese mercantilism is more damaging to global trade than Trump tariffsThe recent US-China summit saw improved engagement but little progress on global economic challenges. China's trade practices continue to i...
In 1926, Umberto Nobile flew to the North Pole with his beloved dog Titina, who two years later survived 49 days stranded on Arctic ice following a deadly airship crashAn Italian explorer's dog, Titina, sensed danger before an Arctic airship crash in 1928. The airship Italia crashed, leaving ten men and Ti...
Goldman says central banks want more gold for their reservesIn a bid to bolster reserves, central banks are poised to increase their gold purchases, potentially reviving gold prices as we approach th...
Austerity drive: Duty hike pushes up bullion prices by 7%The government late Tuesday increased import duties on gold and silver to 15% from 6% with effect from May 13. The step is aimed at curbing...
India raises gold, silver import duty to 15% to curb imports, support rupee amid West Asia crisisGold, silver import duty hike: India has significantly raised customs duties on gold, silver, and platinum imports to 15% and 15.4%, respec...
No plan to hike gold import duty despite Modi's appeal to skip buying, says government officialIndia denies plans to raise gold and silver import duties. Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to avoid gold purchases amid economic pressur...
Gold, silver seen range-bound for second week amid US-Iran talks: AnalystsGold and silver may remain range-bound for a second consecutive week as investors assess developments in US-Iran peace negotiations and glo...
Global gold ETF demand rebounds USD 6.6 billion in April; India extends inflow streak to 11 months: World Gold CouncilGlobal investors began rotating back into gold ETFs in April as India recorded positive flows of USD 297 million, marking its 11th consecut...