As Dhanteras and Diwali draw near, Indian consumers are actively purchasing gold despite record-high prices, driven by hopes for strong returns amid a cooling stock market. This surge in demand may further elevate global gold prices and impact India's trade balance, indicating a robust festive buying sentiment

The recent surge in gold prices, driven by U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and geopolitical tensions, has led to a sharp decline in physical demand across major global markets. Despite a temporary boost in India following an import duty cut, the overall trend shows consumers pulling back as prices hit record highs, prompting many to sell their holdings and profit from the rally

Highlights included Govind Bhai Dholakia’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to industry titan, a focus on karigars and sustainability, the potential of blockchain to revolutionise transparency in the jewellery supply chain and the future of the industry

The Indian gold industry has announced the formation of the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES – pronounced as I-AAY-GES), a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) created by the Indian gold industry for the Indian gold industry and supported by the World Gold Council

The second edition of the Kamakhya Gold Outlook event, held in Mumbai on May 17, 2024, brought together leading voices in the gold market to forecast and analyze future trends. Against the backdrop of soaring gold prices in India, industry luminaries convened to provide guidance on navigating the dynamic landscape and preparing for potential challenges and opportunities

The surge in gold prices might dampen the demand during the Indian wedding season, while the outlook remains robust in China

The Budget has not addressed any of the concerns of the gem and jewellery industry, leaving the industry disappointed

At the India Gold Conference held in Kolkata from August 18-20, 2023, RiddiSiddhi Bullions Limited (RSBL) was honored with the "Best Gold Bullion Dealer for the Year 2022-23" accolade.

The Umbrella Collection, adorned with Golay Buchel Zirconia, attracted over 600 potential buyers to its booth.

On the occasion of “International Women’s Day 2023”, the lady’s wing of India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) presented the Golden Girls Awards to recognise & reward all those Women Entrepreneurs, who have attained success in Jewellery Manufacturing, Processing, Designing & Trading Nationally.

Golay Buchel Zirconia studded with AMY Jewellery Designer’s “Umbrella” Jewellery Collection, along with 80 other jewellery collections was displayed at IIJS Signature 2023

Gold Craft will be an integrated gems, gold and jewellery manufacturing park with exclusive features

Gems & Jewellery Council’s maiden initiative is appreciated and lauded by the industry

IIBS awards are one of the most prestigious awards in the gem & jewellery sector