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Gems and jewellery exports fall over 9% in April amid weak demand, volatile prices
India’s gems and jewellery exports fell over 9% in April 2026, as weak global demand hit diamonds and gold while silver and platinum jewellery gained.
Max Estates launches ₹1,200 crore Gurugram housing project under Estate 361 development
Max Estates launches The Terraces at Estate 361 in Gurugram, a 120 residence phase with GDV of ₹1,200 crore, IGBC Platinum pre certified, shares close flat at ₹393.25.
India prioritises forex for crude, defence imports as govt hikes gold, silver duty
India raises customs duty on gold, silver and platinum to curb non essential imports, conserve foreign exchange and protect the current account amid West Asia tensions.
Government raises import duty on gold and precious metals
The government on Wednesday hiked import duties on gold and silver to 15 per cent from 6 per cent as part of measures to curb inbound shipments of precious metals amid a rising import bill due to the West Asia crisis, the finance ministry notified. The revised rates came into effect on 13 May. Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call for curbs on gold purchases, along with other austerity measures to save on foreign exchange, the Finance Ministry, in a notification, hiked the social welfare surcharge (SWS) and the agriculture infrastructure and development cess (AIDC), effective May 13. The duty hikes will raise the overall customs duty on gold to 15 per cent. Separately, the Finance Ministry also revised customs duty rates for precious metal findings and recyclable precious metal waste. Under the revised structure, gold and silver findings will attract a 5% customs duty, while platinum findings will face a 5.4% duty. Imports of spent catalysts or ash containing ...
Platinum Industries consolidated net profit rises 166.43% in the March 2026 quarter
Sales rise 36.78% to Rs 132.01 crore
India raises gold import duty back to 15%: What’s behind the move
India has significantly raised import duties on gold, silver, and platinum. This move aims to safeguard the nation's economy and foreign exchange reserves. The government prioritises essential imports like crude oil and fertilisers. This decision reflects a proactive approach to manage external risks.
Gold, Silver Imports To Turn Costlier: Govt Doubles Duty To 10% After PM Modi's Forex Warning
Gold, silver and platinum prices are set to become costlier in the retain market.
Platinum equity entities sell $361.2m of Ingram Micro stock - Investing.com India
Platinum equity entities sell $361.2m of Ingram Micro stockInvesting.com India
Ingram Micro stock falls as Platinum Equity prices offering By Investing.com - Investing.com India
Ingram Micro stock falls as Platinum Equity prices offering By Investing.comInvesting.com India
Ingram Micro stock falls as Platinum Equity prices offering By Investing.com - Investing.com India
Ingram Micro stock falls as Platinum Equity prices offering By Investing.comInvesting.com India
Gems and jewellery exports decline over 35% in March amid global headwinds; imports rise over 16%
India gems and jewellery exports slump 35% in March 2026 as gold and diamonds weaken, while silver and platinum jewellery buck the trend with strong growth.
Game of cards: Top banking players opt for tight gambit, rivals up the ante
Since the start of the calendar year, major devaluations have hit multiple premium and super-premium cards, shocking the high spenders. No card has been spared, be it the ICICI Emeralde Private Metal (removal of some vouchers for accelerated rewards), American Express Platinum Travel (higher spend milestones for bonus rewards), or Axis Bank (removal of three popular transfer partners without advance notice). HDFC Bank, too, has asked its Infinia customers to clock in annual spends of at least Rs 18 lakh or maintain a total relationship value of at least Rs 50 lakh to retain the by-invite-only metal.