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The Heeramandi actress and Siddharth registered their marriage on the occassion of Diwali this year, two months after their wedding Aditi looked mesmerizing in a beautifully crafted red lehenga choli adorned with intricate detailing along the hem. She enhanced her bridal elegance with traditional kundan jewelry, including a statement necklace, earrings, a nose ring, and a delicate headband. Siddharth, on the other hand, looked dapper in a beige sherwani paired with a matching dupatta, radiating timeless charm. Their perfectly coordinated outfits were designed by Sabyasachi, adding a touch of grandeur to their royal wedding look
[NEW DELHI, Sept 15 (Reuters) - Gold demand in India this festive season is expected to be weaker than last year, as record-high prices are likely to curb jewellery purchases, outweighing modest gains in investment demand. Weaker demand in the world's second-largest gold consumer could limit a rally in global prices, which hit a record high last week. But sluggish demand for gold imports could limit India's trade deficit and support the rupee. Local gold prices, which scaled a record peak of 109,840 rupees (S$1,597.68) per 10 grams last week, have risen 42 per cent year-to-date, after gainin ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 16 (PTI) Gold prices are at an all-time high ahead of Diwali and the wedding season, but it has not slowed down the consumer demand though many of them seem to prefer "solid bullion" rather than jewellery, traders said on Thursday. The price of the yellow metal stood at Rs 1,28,395 per 10 grams on MCX during the day. "Gold prices are increasing every day, and people are looking at this and coming in to invest. Demand for jewellery has slowed, but people are buying gold bars and coins. We are seeing a lot of demand for gold and silver bars in this festive season and ahead of the w ...Read More >
Pune: Pashan resident Kushagra Agarwal rushed to the jewellers last week as soon as gold prices reduced slightly, to Rs 95,784 per 10g, as he had to buy gold for his son's wedding. With a Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,000 per 10 g reduction in the price of gold, jewellers expect many other residents in the city to walk into stores in the coming days. The gold industry has been struggling to find buyers over the last six months as prices have been consistently rising. The price of gold, which was hovering around the Rs 1 lakh mark last month for 10g, is now trading at Rs 96,800/10g grams, excluding GST. Aga ...Read More >
Trump India Tariffs Impact: US 50% tariffs on Indian exports take effect tomorrow, targeting textiles, seafood, gems, jewellery, and leather. Analysts warn the move could threaten millions of jobs and shave 0.5% off India's GDP. Back in his first term, Donald Trump had first called India as the "tariff king." Now, in his second stint in the White House, he has repeated that often and is now bringing the 50 per cent tariff hit for New Delhi. The order, Executive Order 14329, links the penalty to India's continued imports of Russian crude and defence hardware. For New Delhi, this isn't just ano ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, notably higher than the normal 4.3 mm. Warangal's Sangem recorded the day's highest maximum temperature ...Read More >
VMPLNew Delhi [India], October 17: Looking for the perfect Diwali gift? Whether you want something luxurious, meaningful, or budget-friendly, here's a curated list of the best Diwali gifting ideas in India for 2025 -- from skincare and jewellery to fragrances and home decor.Sam & Marshall's COSMICTRACE: The Perfect Diwali GiftThis Diwali, gift something truly stellar with Sam & Marshall's latest eyewear collection: COSMICTRACE. Marking six years of the brand's journey, each pair features 6 stars ...Read More >
Lucknow: The residence of former DGP of Karnataka, Mahendra Kumar Srivastava, was burgled in Aliganj, police said.According to cops, distant relatives of the former DGP had been staying in the house and they were in Oman when the incident took place.Burglars broke into the house and decamped with jewellery and cash worth several lakhs of rupees.The incident came to light on Sunday when domestic help Akash Rawat reached the house and found the locks broken and valuables missing.According to the FI ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The proposed GST reforms, announced by the prime minister to be rolled out by Diwali, halving the current four-rate tax structure into two-tier regime at lower rates, though will lead to an estimated average revenue loss of Rs 85,000 crore per annum, will give a big boost to the for-long sagging consumption story to the tune of Rs 1.98 trillion, a report has said. The current GST structure consists of four main rate slabs: 5, 12, 18 and 28%. These rates apply to most goods and services. In addition to these main slabs, there are three special rates as well: 3% on gold, silver, diamond ...Read More >
Bangalore Gold Rate Today: Shattering all hopes of retail jewellery buyers of some relief amid the ongoing Navratri festival, gold rates in Bangalore, and other Indian cities broke another record on Monday, September 29. The price of gold in Bangalore, aka Bengaluru, witnessed a sharp surge bringing 24 karat gold Rs 16,000 above the historic Rs 1 lakh mark. The gold price rally in Karnataka capital mirrored the surge in gold rate in India and across the world. The sharp rally in precious metal is on its path to beat the record-rally of 1979. Multiple factors like US Fed rate cut, trade becau ...Read More >
As the festive season kicks off in India, Gold prices have surged to an all-time high, leaving many surprised. In just one day, the price increased by over Rs. 3,000. Currently, the cost of 10 grams of 24-carat is Rs. 1,31000, while 22-carat for the same weight is at Rs. 1,15,350. However, these rates may vary slightly depending on the region. With Dhanteras on Saturday followed by Diwali, these metals usually see a spike in purchases. However, the current price hike might impact buying decision ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 18 (ANI): As the five-day Diwali festivities began with Dhanteras, gold and silver shops in Jaipur saw heavy footfalls on Saturday. From traditional gold ornaments to silver coins and idols, shoppers thronged the city's famous sarafa lanes and high-end jewellery showrooms to make their auspicious purchases. In Hindu tradition, buying gold or silver on Dhanteras is considered highly auspicious. It is believed that bringing these metals home invites Goddess Lakshmi's blessings and ensures wealth and stability. Gold, in particular, is seen as a symbol of purit ...Read More >
Lucknow: The sarrafa market experienced a dip in gold and silver sales volumes this Dhanteras compared to last year, largely due to the surge in precious metal prices. However, the overall sales value saw a notable increase, underscoring the enduring demand for these precious commodities.According to Lucknow Sarrafa Market Association, about 42kg gold worth Rs 55 crore and 850kg silver costing Rs 14 crore were sold from jewellery stores across the city by 9.30 pm.Adesh Jain, senior vice-president, Lucknow Sarrafa Market, said the rate of 10gm gold on Saturday was Rs 1.32 lakh and one kg silver ...Read More >
MADURAI: Likening the custodial murder of Ajith Kumar in Tiruppuvanam to an 'organised crime by police where the state kills its own citizens,' Madras high court lambasted the Tamil Nadu police and said the action against the perpetrators should be more stringent than in normal murder cases.A division bench of Justice S M Subramaniam and Justice A D Maria Clete pointed to 44 external injuries on the person of Ajith Kumar and said no part of the body was spared by the delinquent cops. "Even an ordinary murderer would not have inflicted such kind of injuries," the bench said on Tuesday.The natur ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Television actress Avika Gor, 28, best known for her role in Balika Vadhu, has tied the knot with her longtime boyfriend, social activist Milind Chandwani, 34. The wedding festivities, including haldi, mehendi, baraat, and pheras, all took place on the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga. The couple, who got engaged earlier this year, chose to share their special moments with fans on Colors TV and JioHotstar. Milind made a memorable entry for the wedding. Instead of arriving in a car, he came dancing on a beautifully decorated scooter. Videos of his grand baraat and energetic dance h ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Dhanteras marked the onset of Diwali festivities across India on Saturday, with bustling markets and enthusiastic buyers flocking to purchase gold, silver, utensils, and other auspicious items. Despite soaring gold prices, consumer enthusiasm remained high, providing a festive boost to local economies nationwide. Jewellery shops and markets in states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Gujarat, and Goa saw heavy footfall as customers upheld the traditional buying spree. Also Read ...Read More >
Gold and silver prices saw a dip on Tuesday after reaching record highs. This profit booking occurred even as jewellery sales during Dhanteras experienced a significant jump of 35-40 percent across India. Silver ETFs also corrected sharply. Despite the short-term price fall, festive demand for gold and silver remains robust, with strong sales expected throughout the extended festive period. Mumbai, Gold and silver prices fell on Tuesday as investors booked profits after both metals hit record hi ...Read More >
India's Diwali sales hit a record high of Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services. This represents a 25 percent increase over last year. GST reforms and strong consumer demand fueled this growth. Brick-and-mortar stores saw a significant revival. Rural and semi-urban areas contributed substantially to the sales surge. Buoyed by GST reforms and strong consumer demand, India saw Diwali sales reach Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and about Rs 65,000 crore in services across the coun ...Read More >
Actor Kiara Advani delighted fans by sharing a special Diwali video with her husband, Sidharth Malhotra. The couple, who welcomed their baby girl in July, marked the festival with warm wishes and glowing smiles. This also happened to be Kiara's first festive post after becoming a mother. Sharing the video on Instagram, the actress wrote, "Happy Diwali 💛💛💛💛 Love, Light and Sunshine 🤗". The clip instantly went viral, with fans flooding the comments section, praising Kiara' ...Read More >
Pune: Hospitals in Pune have started reporting an increase in dengue cases among children following recent heavy rainfall and intermittent showers. Conditions are now ripe for mosquito breeding, experts said, as they warned citizens to ensure there's no waterlogging or stagnant pools near homes and offices. "Dengue is typically seen first in children as they often play outside," said Dr Sagar Lad, a senior neonatologist and pediatric intensivist at Jehangir Hospital and Sahyadri Hospital, Shastrinagar. Dr Lad said he's seen at least three children admitted for dengue this week, with all of the ...Read More >
Being denominated in US dollars in the international market, gold's price in India is highly sensitive to movements in the rupee-dollar exchange rate.Source : PTI Gold prices in Chennai softened marginally on Thursday, with 22-karat gold now retailing at Rs 9,290 per gram and 24-karat gold at Rs 10,135 per gram. The minor drop comes in line with price trends observed in other parts of the country, influenced by fluctuations in global bullion markets and currency exchange rates. India's reliance ...Read More >
Janhvi Kapoor, who charmed fans with her performance in Param Sundari, is now gearing up for her upcoming film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Scheduled to hit theatres on October 2, the movie has already built strong anticipation. Meanwhile, Janhvi keeps turning heads with her chic promotional looks that balance elegance and style. On Thursday, the actress was spotted at Mumbai airport, reportedly returning from a round of promotional activities. Her look instantly grabbed attention as she kept ...Read More >
Gold smuggling into India has surged ahead of the Dhanteras and Diwali festivals due to record-high prices and tight supply, officials said. After import duties were cut from 15% to 6%, smuggling had dropped, but rising demand and limited availability have made illegal imports highly profitable. Gold prices hit a record ₹1,28,395 per 10 grams, with smugglers earning over ₹11 lakh per kilogram. Gold smuggling into India has spiked ahead of key festivals, government and industry officials told ...Read More >
Panaji: A significant correction in international bullion prices brought back the sparkle on Dhanteras, encouraging hesitant customers to invest in gold on Saturday. Jewellers in the state, who had expected a subdued Diwali, were pleasantly surprised by the strong buying interest.The higher-than-expected footfall was driven by the sharp drop in gold prices on Friday on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). After weeks of rising valuations, both gold and silver prices saw a steep correction. The price of 24-carat gold, which had recently touched a record high of Rs 1,32,294 per 10 grams, fell by ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Barring stray incidents, the 'Telangana bandh' called by the Backward Classes' JAC (Joint Action Committee) demanding enhancement of reservation for BCs in seats and positions in local bodies was peaceful across the state on Saturday. However, many commuters faced hardships due to cancellation of bus services in Hyderabad and some of the districts until the public transportation services resumed in the afternoon. By and large, shops and establishments remained open. Diwali shopping was not affected. State Ministers, Bharat Rashtra Samithi and Bharatiya Janata Party leaders took ou ...Read More >
Anticipations for this festive season's trade have skyrocketed, expected to surpass five lakh crore rupees, as brick-and-mortar markets thrive like never before. This Diwali embodies a heartfelt Swadeshi celebration, where the virtues of Indian craftsmanship take center stage. Inspired by Prime Minister Modi's push for local product patronage and favorable GST changes, domestic trade is flourishing. New Delhi: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Sunday stated that trade during the f ...Read More >
Amitabh shared a post on his X handle and wrote, "Happy Diwali" in the caption. Johar uploaded pictures with his children, Yash and Roohi, on his Instagram handle. "Happy Diwali to one and alll.... May the year be full of light , love and laughter.... From mine to yours ... have a happy festive season," he wrote. Akshay shared a post on X and wrote, "Wishing you love, light and laughter this Diwali. #HappyDiwali ". Allu Arjun posted his picture on Instagram. "Happy Diwali," read the caption. ...Read More >
ollywood actor Aayush Sharma, who was recently seen in the theatrical movie 'Ruslaan', is celebrating his 10th marriage anniversary with Arpita Khan Sharma. On Monday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures featuring his wife and their kids. He wrote in the caption, "Congratulations Mrs. @arpitakhansharma for successfully completing a decade of togetherness. If I could I would have awarded you with the highest honour for handling my madness day in and day out. Happy Anniversary". One of the pictures shows Aayush planting a peck on Arpita's cheek. In another picture ...Read More >
The controversy began in September over the company's collaboration with London-based Pakistani Instagram influencer Alishba Khalid, who had previously mocked India's Operation Sindoor as a "cowardly act." Several social media users called out the company for partnering with Khalid as a promoter during the inauguration of their showroom in London. The posts allegedly called the jewellery brand a "sympathiser of Pakistan". According to news agency PTI, Malabar Gold & Diamonds had moved the high ...Read More >
Lucknow: The massive jump in silver prices and shortage of physical silver in the form of coins and blocks was threatening to dim Diwali's glimmer this year, but a sudden bounce back on Friday, a day before Dhanteras, has given some hope to jewellers across the state. In the week preceding Dhanteras, the sarafa market was staring at empty shops as customers preferred to wait out the price anomaly where physical silver was selling at a premium over the listed price. Sales started showing some promise by Thursday, though they remained at roughly 50% of what they usually are in the middle of fest ...Read More >
Dhanteras trade in India is expected to surge past Rs 1 lakh crore. Gold and silver sales alone could reach over Rs 60,000 crore nationwide. Consumers bought gold, silver, utensils, electronics, and vehicles. Delhi's bullion markets saw a 25 percent rise in sales compared to last year. Reductions in GST rates and the 'Swadeshi Aapnao' campaign boosted festive trade. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has estimated that trade across India on the occasion of Dhanteras is expected to cro ...Read More >