India, South Africa-led SACU group may ink terms of reference for negotiating trade pact on Aug 12India and the SACU group will sign terms of reference for trade talks. Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement are expected to begi...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
India’s new 15-year tax break could unlock global rough diamond tradeIndia is closer to becoming a global rough diamond hub. A new tax exemption will attract foreign companies to trade rough diamonds. This me...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.24 AM IST
India proposes extending tax breaks for contract manufacturing in a boost for AppleIndia has proposed extending tax exemptions until 2041 for foreign companies supplying machinery and components to contract manufacturers, ...
03 Aug, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
June marks strong rebound in India's gem and jewellery exports, surging 26.51% year-on-yearOverall exports for the April-June quarter remained stable despite global economic uncertainties. Lower international gold prices helped In...
22 Jul, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
India's gem and jewellery exports rise 26.5% in June, shining at $2.21 billionIndia's gem and jewellery exports saw a significant rebound in June, increasing by 26.5 percent. Lower international gold prices and improv...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Whisky, cars and more: What gets cheaper as India-UK FTA kicks inIndia UK Free Trade Agreement: The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement is now in effect. Nearly all Indian exports will gai...
15 Jul, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Rs 6.5 lakh, molten crystals and a dramatic cape: Akansha Ranjan Kapoor dazzles in Gaurav Gupta lehenga for her receptionAkansha Ranjan Kapoor married Sharan Sharma on July 11, 2026 at her Mumbai residence. Besides her Arpita Mehta wedding look, Akansha's rece...
13 Jul, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
India's diamond export pain is hiding a brighter story at homeIndia's diamond exports have declined over recent financial years. Retail giants are increasing investments in both natural and lab-grown d...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Coloured gemstones prices rise 20% as demand surges; gold, silver prices declineColoured gemstone jewellery is seeing a surge in popularity, with prices rising 20% year-on-year as affluent consumers favour these vibrant...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: "A piece of jade cannot become a fine object without being cut and polished." A timeless life lesson from ancient Chinese wisdom on turning struggle into strengthChinese Proverb of the Day reveals an ancient truth about growth, patience, and success. “Yù bù zhuó, bù chéng qì” explains how raw potenti...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.30 PM IST
Diamonds shine as gold buyers adapt to price volatilityAs Indian consumers face rising gold import duties and erratic prices, they are changing their buying habits for jewellery. The Indriya bra...
27 Jun, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
Gems, jewellery exports dip 2.49% to USD 2,047.80 million in May: Trade bodyIndia's gems and jewellery exports saw a dip in May. High gold prices and supply issues impacted overall shipments. Gold jewellery exports ...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Call to extend duty cuts on critical inputs soonIndia is set to decide on extending customs duty relief for critical raw material imports beyond June 30. An inter-ministerial panel will r...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Diamond workers try their hands at jewellery makingSurat's diamond units are moving into jewellery manufacturing as global demand for natural diamonds drops. Rising demand for gold jewellery...
25 Dec, 2024, 11.45 PM IST
Iran-Israel conflict may work in favour of Indian diamond exporters, says Vipul Shah, chairman Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion CouncilThe ongoing Iran-Israel conflict is expected to benefit India's exports of cut and polished diamonds due to a decrease in Israeli shipments...
03 Oct, 2024, 11.33 PM IST
Diamond exports may fall up to 15% in FY24, says ICRAIndian cut and polished diamond exports are expected to decrease by 10-15% to $19-20 billion in FY24, following an 8-10% contraction in the...
01 Apr, 2023, 11.42 AM IST
Polished stones may pinch with Surat in long vacation modeCut and polished diamonds are a major revenue earner for India. The overall gross exports of cut and polished diamonds stood at ₹91,489.2 c...
06 Nov, 2021, 06.30 AM IST