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The two were arrested after weeks of search by the police's special investigation team. Two people have been arrested for robbing a woman and chopping off her two fingers with a machete in Bengaluru. CCTV footage of the incident, which occurred in September, has surfaced showing the chilling sequence of events. According to the police, two women, Usha and Varalakshmi, were returning home after attending a Ganesh festival orchestra on September 13. The accused, identified as Praveen and Yoganan ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 18 (PTI) A massive fire broke out at an apartment complex, housing residences of several Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs, opposite Delhi's Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital on Saturday afternoon, an official said. No casualties have been reported so far, a Delhi Fire Services official said. However, some residents have claimed that a few children were injured in the incident and taken to RML Hospital. A call regarding the fire at Brahmaputra Apartments on Baba Kharag Singh Marg was rece ...Read More >
Industry sources say that Mia by Tanishq has crossed revenue of Rs 1,000 crore in the first half of FY26 and is among Titan's fastest-growing jewellery brands. Mia by Tanishq, which is best known for its studded jewellery, is aiming for Rs 2,000 crore in turnover by the end of the current financial year, riding on the festive wave as well as Gen Z aspirations. Both Mia and Tanishq are part of Titan, the country's largest organised jewellery retailer. Titan's studded jewellery portfolio, led by ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Tanishq, a Tata Group jewellery brand, has maintained its reputation for over two decades with high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Renowned for blending tradition with modern aesthetics, Tanishq continues to set benchmarks in the jewellery industry. Understanding Indian women's love for heritage-inspired yet contemporary designs, Tanishq creates collections that celebrate both tradition and modern elegance. With over 500 showrooms across 300 cities, the brand is known for ...Read More >
CHENNAI: As global uncertainties persist, ranging from inflation and geopolitical tensions to fluctuations in the US dollar, investors are increasingly turning to precious metals. With both metals experiencing rising prices, investment expert Dharmasri Rajeswaran of Sai Sharetute told Maalaimalar that gold continues to be a safer long-term option, while silver's volatility makes it a riskier choice for long-term investment. Rajeswaran said that while both gold and silver are better investment o ...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 Lak ...Read More >
Once a domain of velvet-lined trays and neighbourhood jewellers, jewellery shopping in India is undergoing a glittering transformation. What was long anchored in trust, tradition, and touch is now increasingly just a click away. India's deep-rooted love affair with gold and diamonds is entering a bold new chapter - online. As digital platforms gain credibility through hallmark certifications, brand assurances, and seamless service, Indian consumers are warming up to the idea that buying fine je ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has estimated that trade across India on the occasion of Dhanteras is expected to cross Rs 1 lakh crore, with gold and silver sales alone exceeding Rs 60,000 crore nationwide. The trade body said that each festival in India carries its own special significance, but Dhanteras holds a unique and auspicious place. Also Read | Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Premier League 2025-26 Free Live Streaming Online: How To Wat ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Gold prices are expected to hit the record level of Rs 1.50 lakh per 10-gram level in coming months as it is showing unprecedented momentum in the global and domestic markets bolstered by the central bank purchases and strong public demand, particularly in China and Japan, according to Anantha Padmanaban, founder member and former chairman of the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC). "The best I can see is around Rs 1.50 lakh per 10 grams is what ...Read More >
New Delhi: As Diwali draws near, gold prices have surged to a new high, driven by growing global uncertainties. Factors like rising trade tensions and weakening economic data have made investors turn to gold as a safe haven, boosting demand just in time for the festive season. In the past month, gold prices have risen by Rs 20,073 per 10 grams (an 18 per cent increase), driven by strong festive demand. With Diwali just around the corner, even small dips in prices are met with active buying. Sin ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Even as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) claims to have recovered documents pertaining to more than 50 immovable properties held in the name of family members of deputy inspector general Harcharan Singh Bhullar and suspected benami entities, the 2009 batch IPS officer in his statement of immovable property return (IPR) filed for the year 2024 mentioned only eight properties.These properties, as per the IPR, were held by Bhullar, his wife Tejinder Kaur, or jointly held by the ...Read More >
Mumbai: A 40-year-old jewellery designer was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted for recovering gold worth ₹76 lakh that the accused claimed he had taken from them. The accused confined him overnight in a flat in Parel and also extorted ₹3.14 lakh from him before releasing him the next day. Six accused have been arrested and one is still absconding, the police said. According to the police, the incident took place on Tuesday night when the victim, Khokan Mandal, was sitting outside his building. ...Read More >
Representative Image: The action was taken based on a complaint that Bhadoria had amassed disproportionate assets. Image: Shutterstock The Lokayukta police in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday conducted raids at various premises of a retired excise officer and found assets worth around Rs 10 crore belonging to him and his family, a police official said. Talking to reporters, Lokayukta Police Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Sunil Talan said the raids were conducted at one property in Gwalior and seven lo ...Read More >
Recently, the Indian government authenticated the hallmarking of nine-carat jewellery Nine-carat gold jewellery is catching up in some regions of India, such as Bengaluru, among Gen Zees and Millennials, while people down further South in Tamil Nadu are still focused on gold purity, according to Vidita Kochar, founder of Jewelbox. "Down South, we have three stores -- two in Bengaluru and one in Chennai. And within that, all three stores cater to very different target audiences. So what we've r ...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 pro ...Read More >
Pune: In the bustling markets and upscale showrooms of the city, Dhanteras is a mix of ritual and restraint this year. Buyers are opting for lighter jewellery or turning to silver as a more affordable yet auspicious choice with gold prices straining household budgets.Jewellery stores have reported a steady footfall, even though purchases are more measured.Chairman and MD of PNG Jewellers Saurabh Gadgil said the festive season has begun on a positive note, with a steady demand continuing from Das ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The festive spirit of Dhanteras has brought a steady flow of customers to local markets, with both gold and silver jewellery witnessing strong demand, despite record-high prices. Market associations and jewellers across the city have reported a better-than-expected turnout.Sanjeev Chadha, president of Chandigarh Beopar Mandal, said, "In view of Dhanteras, markets have been buzzing with people. The overall response in the market is good."Gold prices have surged to Rs 1,21,000 per 10 g ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: As Hyderabad gears up to celebrate the festival of wealth, Dhana Trayodashi or Dhanteras, on Saturday, jewellers expect up to a 30 per cent decline in sales over last because of skyrocketing gold prices, which hit the stratospheric level of ₹1,34,550 per 10 grams. From Hyderabad to Secunderabad, jewellery outlets have decorated since last week, featuring glitzy advertisements with models and film stars and offering lucrative discounts on making charges. Yet, despite the visual appeal ...Read More >
Patna: Muscleman-turned-politician Anant Singh, known as "Chhote Sarkar," filed his nomination papers on Tuesday as a JD(U) candidate for the Mokama assembly constituency, even as the party has yet to officially announce its candidates.Singh began the day with a puja at a Temple, drawing hundreds of supporters. Before heading to file his nomination, he hosted a feast at his Barh residence for more than 20,000 supporters. Arriving in a white open jeep adorned with marigolds, his convoy faced dela ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Oct 17 (PTI) Reacting to the arrest of the Punjab DIG in a bribery case, Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Friday, in an apparent swing at the AAP government's anti-corruption drive, said it was "unfortunate" that despite having a significant administrative set-up, the government was unable to detect the corruption. On Thursday, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Punjab Deputy Inspector General of Police (Ropar Range) Harcharan Singh Bhullar, along with another person, ...Read More >
French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette is set to open its first Indian store in Mumbai. Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail announced the partnership. Plans are underway for a second store in Delhi. The company aims to open stores in at least four major Indian cities within three years. An online platform for Galeries Lafayette is also planned for India. Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail said on Wednesday that French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette will open its first Indian flagship store in M ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 17 (ANI): As the festive season of Dhanteras and Diwali draws near, gold fever has gripped Himachal Pradesh's capital Shimla and other regions of the state. Despite the sharp rise in gold prices, jewellery exhibitions and showrooms are witnessing heavy foot traffic, with people flocking to buy ornaments for both traditional and investment purposes. In Shimla, the enthusiasm for gold is undiminished, even as prices continue to climb. Gold and silver are ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Oct 17 (PTI) The cash seized by the CBI from Punjab Deputy Inspector General of Police (Ropar Range) Harcharan Singh Bhullar, arrested on bribery charges, has gone up to Rs 7.5 crore besides gold jewellery weighing 2.5 kg, officials said Friday. The central agency arrested Bhullar on Thursday for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 8 lakh from a scrap dealer besides demanding a regular monthly payment. Until late Thursday night, the recovered amount included Rs 5 crore in cash, 1.50 kg ...Read More >
NewsVoirPune (Maharashtra) [India], October 16: As Diwali approaches, households across India are preparing for the festival of lights, with celebrations that include decorating homes, buying gifts, shopping for new clothes, and planning family trips. To help individuals manage these festive expenses efficiently, with Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan, a reliable financial solution providing quick access to funds, flexible repayment options, and a fully digital application process.Meeting festive fina ...Read More >
Chandigarh, October 17: A CBI court here on Friday sent Punjab Deputy Inspector General of Police, Ropar Range, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, to 14 days' judicial custody following his arrest on bribery charges and the recovery of a massive amount of cash and jewellery weighing about 1.5 kg from his house. The Central Bureau of Investigation on Thursday arrested Bhullar, a senior Indian Police Service officer of the 2009 batch, along with middleman Kirshanu Sharda, in a bribery case involving Rs 8 la ...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 >
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 decisio ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: Gold stole the show and silver missed the party on Pushya Nakshatra on Tuesday. The yellow precious metal strutted its stuff, hitting a lifetime high of Rs 1,32,000 per 10g, while silver barely moved but still commanded a record Rs 1.8 lakh per kg. Jewellers reported almost no fresh silver sales, with only pre-booked or small-volume pieces available amid a global shortage.According to preliminary estimates by the Indian Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA), Ahmedabad alone saw aroun ...Read More >
CHANDIGARH: Rs 5 crore in cash, 1.5kg of gold jewellery, 22 luxury watches, keys to an Audi and a Mercedes, 40 litres of imported liquor, and multiple firearms -- these were seized by the CBI during a high-stakes raid that led to the arrest of Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar and a middleman on ThursdayDocuments linked to immovable properties and assets across Punjab were also confiscated, exposing a sprawling alleged bribery network.The arrests came after an iron merchant from Fatehgarh ...Read More >
Sources said that as of now, the two arrested are claiming that it was the third accused who had provided the firearm that had been used in the robbery. The two persons arrested for robbery at a jewellery store in Ghatkopar were college students, police said, adding that they suspect that the accused wanted the money for gaming. The two college students, Tanish Bhaisade and Suraj Yadav, both aged 20, were picked up from a gaming zone by the police and produced before a court on Thursday. The ...Read More >
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