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“Gold”, Autobiography of Jos Alukkas,  launched in Thrissur

Story of Jos Alukkas, the man who shaped Thrissur’s golden legacy through organized retail revolution

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The remarkable journey of Jos Alukkas, the pioneering entrepreneur who brought structure and trust to India’s gold market while building on Thrissur’s timeless golden legacy, has been captured in his powerful autobiography, Gold, which was officially launched at the Lulu Hyatt Convention Centre, Thrissur. Union Minister for State Suresh Gopi and Revenue Minister K. Rajan jointly launched the autobiography at the event.   

Higher Education Minister Dr. R. Bindu and R. Madhavan, Jos Alukkas Brand Ambassador and Chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India, attended as chief guests.

“This isn’t just a business story-it’s a Pooram of experiences. It weaves together the story of gold, human emotion, the legacy of Shakthan Thampuran, and the warmth of his family. Everything is presented simply, yet meaningfully,” said Minister K. Rajan.

Jos Alukkas is someone who embodies simplicity. This book is inspiring for the younger generation and reflects a journey of success that spans over eight decades,” said Minister Dr. R. Bindu,” said Minister Dr. R. Bindu

“I started from Thrissur, the gold capital of India. My 81 years of life are not only personal but also a journey through the history of the Indian jewellery business. The book is the story that made me who I am, and it is also the story of Thrissur,” said Jos Alukkas.

R. Madhavan remarked, “Jos Alukkas life journey reflects his far-sighted vision. It was courage that led him forward, and despite all his remarkable achievements, he remains deeply humble”  

Jos Alukkas Managing Directors Varghese Alukkas, Paul J Alukkas, and John Alukkas also spoke at the event Renowned Malayalam novelist T.D. Ramakrishnan, who wrote the preface, introduced the book at the ceremony. Gold is published by DC Books

This landmark release not only paid tribute to a trailblazer who redefined an industry but also served as a powerful inspiration for entrepreneurs and dreamers across the country.

His autobiography, Gold, captured this extraordinary transformation. It told a story of grit, innovation, and disruption—how a determined young man dared to dream big and built India’s first organized gold showroom, revolutionizing jewellery retail and consumer expectations across the country. The autobiography recounts the daring journey of a teenager from a family that ran an umbrella business, who daringly ventured into the gold trade and created a lasting legacy.

The book also highlights his pioneering role in introducing the purity of 916 gold into India’s retail gold market. It narrates how he brought his brothers into the business and expanded Alukkas Jewellery into a global brand.

More than a business memoir, Gold served as a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, personal sacrifice, and unwavering vision. It offered rare insights into Jos Alukkas’s philosophy of business, his deep cultural roots in Thrissur, and his lifelong love for football, theatre, and community.

The launch event brought together a prestigious gathering of national and regional leaders. 

The event was attended by key dignitaries including MP V. K. Sreekandan, MLAs P. Balachandran, Xavier Chittilappilly, A.C. Moideen, Former Minister K.P Rajendran, Archbishop Andrews Thazhath, Swami Sadbhavananda, T. S. Pattabhiraman, V. P. Nandakumar, Paul Thomas, Pramod Agarwal, Chairman, National Gem & Jewellery Council of India (NGJCI), Rajesh Rokde, Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Council (GJC), Vaishali Banerjee, Managing Director, Platinum Guild International (PGI), Amit Pratihari, Managing Director, De Beers India, and Ashok Goutham, Managing Director & CEO, India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX).

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Senco Gold & Diamonds unveils Ganesh Chaturthi New Designs & Offers to celebrate the festival of birthday of Lord Ganesha

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Mumbai, August 2025: Senco Gold & Diamonds is a leading pan-India jewellery retailer with a legacy of more than eighty-five years and the largest jewellery retail player in Eastern India based on number of showrooms with a whooping count of 186+, introduces Ganesh Chaturthi New Designs and offers to celebrate the festival of birthday of Lord Ganesha, the Lord of knowledge, wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. The festival is also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi.

The ten-day-long festival is a time of devotion and cultural splendour that brings people together.  It is believed that devotees who pray to Lord Ganesha on this auspicious day can fulfil their wishes and are bestowed with good luck and prosperity.

This Ganesh Chathurthi pays homage to the divine aura with gold and diamond jewellery pieces that will not only heighten your whole look but also symbolise prosperity, where customers can explore a wide range of new designs of Gold, Platinum & Diamond jewellery. The Ganesh Chaturthi collection celebrates tradition with a modern touch.

Commenting on this, Mr. Suvankar Sen (MD & CEO, Senco Gold & Diamonds) said, “Senco Gold & Diamonds is known for its exquisite jewellery collections, which are handcrafted with precision and devotion to detail. The brand’s jewellery is inspired by Indian culture and heritage, and it offers a wide variety of designs and styles to choose from, including traditional, modern, and contemporary. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival holds tremendous significance for devotees across Inia and to celebrate that we have introduced fantastic offers of Rs 100 off per gram on gold rate, upto 35% off on making charges in gold jewellery, upto 10% off on diamond value and upto 25% off on making charges of diamond jewellery, upto 10% off on making charges of silver items, and 0% deduction on old gold jewellery exchange. Special discounts in Sennes (Leather) of upto 15% on diamond value (lab-grown diamond jewellery), and upto 15% discount in the MRP of Leather Bags”.

Commenting on this Mrs. Joita Sen, (Director and Head of Marketing & Design, Senco Gold & Diamonds), said, “August is a month of festivities across India, with Rajasthan, Harryana and Bihar celebrating Teej and Maharashtra observing Ganesh Chaturthi. To celebrate the birthday of Lord Ganesha this year, we have launched new pendant designs crafted in gold and diamonds, each such pendant is designed to be lightweight, sleek, and timeless. The jewellery pieces embody reverence for Lord Ganesha while reflecting contemporary elegance, making them perfect symbols of devotion that fit seamlessly into today’s lifestyle”.

Senco Gold & Diamonds offers extensive jewellery collection, including gold, diamond, silver, platinum, as well as precious and semi-precious stones under brands such as Everlite, focused on lightweight jewellery; Gossip, the silver and costume jewellery brand; and D’Signia, which offers a premium jewellery retail shopping experience to customers. Senco Gold & Diamonds also has an Aham collection of jewellery catering to men and a Vivaha collection, which is a premium designer wedding jewellery range. The Ganesh Chaturthi Offers will be available from August 26-31st, 2025, at all Senco Gold & Diamonds showrooms and online channels

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Gold and Silver Prices Rise in Domestic Futures Market Amid Global Cues

Gold and silver prices edged higher in the domestic futures market on Tuesday morning, supported by weakness in the US dollar and fresh global developments.

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At 9:10 AM, MCX Gold October 3 contracts were trading 0.27% higher at Rs.100,897 per 10 grams, while MCX Silver September 5 contracts gained 0.31% to reach Rs.1,16,314 per kg.

The uptick follows political and monetary shifts in the United States. US President Donald Trump’s decision to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage borrowing misconduct, coupled with Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish stance at the Jackson Hole Symposium, weighed on the dollar and boosted safe-haven demand.

In his August 22 address, Powell signaled a pivot from inflation concerns to prioritizing the US job market, reinforcing expectations of a potential rate cut in September. Gold responded with a strong rebound, closing 1% higher at $3,372 on Friday and recording a weekly gain of 1.1% as of August 22.

Market analysts suggest that bullion may continue to find support in the near term as investors track global monetary policy signals and geopolitical shifts.

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Shraddha Kapoor-Backed Palmonas Raises ₹55 Cr in Series A to Fuel Nationwide Retail Expansion

Pune-based demi-fine jewellery brand Palmonas has raised ₹55 crore in its Series A funding round, led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India, a subsidiary of Temasek.

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This marks the company’s first institutional fundraise, aimed primarily at scaling its offline footprint across India.

With 25 stores already operating in metro and tier-2 cities, Palmonas now plans to launch 100 company-owned outlets, with a focus on key markets such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune. The expansion strategy will also explore emerging cities like Aurangabad and Bhagalpur, with 60% of the stores located in malls, 40% on high streets, and a few in airports.

The new capital will also support team expansion and product innovation, particularly in the nine-carat gold segment paired with lab-grown diamonds—a fast-growing category amid surging gold prices and new hallmarking norms.

Palmonas has shown steady financial growth, with revenue increasing from ₹3.83 crore in FY23 to ₹5.38 crore in FY24, though it reported a net loss of ₹1.24 crore.

Prior to this round, Palmonas had raised about ₹7 crore from angel investors and its appearance on Shark Tank India, where it secured investment from Namita Thapar (Emcure Pharmaceuticals) and Ritesh Agarwal (OYO).

The funding comes at a time of increased investor interest in jewellery startups, particularly those innovating in lab-grown and demi-fine segments. Competitors like Aukera, True Diamond, Amama, and Coluxe have also raised capital recently. Meanwhile, larger players such as GIVA, Lalithaa Jewellery Mart, and BlueStone are tapping into the public and private markets to scale operations.

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