Indians do not really need an excuse to buy gold, but Akshaya Tritiya offers a pretty good one! Year after year, people turn out in big numbers to buy the yellow metal on this day, considered to be auspicious for buying gold, and this year was no exception. Nothing held customers back – neither the increasing summer heat, nor the rising gold prices. And in addition to the fervour for gold, buyers showed a keen interest in diamond jewellery, discovers Suneeta Kaul

There is no consensus among retailers regarding the impact the high gold prices will have on the buying pattern of customers this Akshaya Tritiya. While some feel that the unprecedented jump will dampen spirits, others are of the opinion that it will be business as usual, finds out Suneeta Kaul

Retailers are citing several growth drivers that give an impetus to sales, ranging from improving systems and procedures within the company, to better social media management, and promotion and communication, says Suneeta Kaul

Three renowned retail jewellers take time off their busy schedule and talk about that one businessperson they admire, and also elaborate on the ‘why’ of it all in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul

Southern retailers of the brand share their festive expectations