Gold and silver exchange-traded funds declined up to 4% in India after crude oil prices surged and the US dollar strengthened, dampening bullion sentiment and delaying expectations of global interest-rate cuts.

GIA plays a key role in establishing authenticity and trust in jewellery retail — it brings credibility, transparency, and confidence to the entire ecosystem, Amit Pratihari, MD, GIA India, tells Khursheed Mistry.

JJS 2025, scheduled from December 19–22 at the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre, will host 1,227 booths, feature the Coloured Gemstones theme, and welcome top exhibitors, retailers, and global participants.

Indian jewellery retail is undergoing a quiet but powerful shift. Consumers are not buying for rituals or gold value anymore — they are buying for identity, wearability, and emotional connection. Retailers must adapt or risk falling behind.

The recent imposition of steep tariffs by the Trump administration on diamonds imported from India has sent ripples across the US diamond jewellery sector. India being the primary supplier of polished diamonds to America, the world’s largest consumer market, the tariffs have caused supply chain disruptions, and are likely to lead to rising product costs. Prices are expected to go up, once the existing inventory depletes, unless a deal is reached between the US and India. Suneeta Kaul speaks with Paul Zimnisky, renowned diamond industry analyst, to gain insights into the fallout of the tariffs, and how they are reshaping buying behaviour and pricing strategies in the US.

World Gold Council launches its first India-focused Gold ETF awareness campaign, positioning gold as a modern, digitally accessible investment for young investors, emphasizing affordability, transparency, liquidity and physical backing.

Investment-led buying dominates festive season demand, with over 40 tons of gold sold in two days

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 captures how jewellers continue to illuminate the nation’s economy and imagination

Gold prices have maintained a strong upward trajectory in 2025, largely supported by a sharp decline in the US dollar.

Minister Aditi Tatkare Inaugurates Event Showcasing Innovation, Legacy and Youth-Driven Growth

The omnichannel jewellery brand sees a 30% jump in valuation through secondary transactions led by 360 One and Centrum Wealth, setting the stage for a high-profile IPO. Early investor RB Investments will exit with a 10–12x return.

Dr. Renisha Chainani, Head of Research at Augmont, has welcomed the Reserve Bank of India’s consecutive repo rate cuts, highlighting their potential to ease financial burdens, stimulate economic growth, and bolster confidence in gold as a trusted investment amid changing market dynamics

India is set to witness its first operational gold mine since Independence, as Deccan Gold Mines gears up to begin production next fiscal year. The landmark project is expected to yield 400 kilograms of gold annually and marks a significant step toward reducing the country’s reliance on imports

As Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most auspicious dates in the Hindu calendar, approaches on April 30 this year, consumers across India are preparing to mark the occasion with symbols of new beginnings and enduring prosperity