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Gold imports up 40.79 pc to USD 2.68 bn in Jan
The country’s gold imports in January rose by 40.79 per cent to USD 2.68 billion on account of increasing domestic demands, according to commerce ministry data.Gold imports stood at USD 1.9 billion in January 2024.Cumulatively, imports during April-January this fiscal year rose 32 per cent to USD 50 billion against USD 37.85 billion in the same period last fiscal year.
The increase in imports also indicates strong investor confidence in the precious metal as a safe asset. The other reasons include asset diversification towards gold due to global uncertainties, increasing demand from banks, and cut in customs duties.Prices of the yellow metal have increased 11 per cent so far this year to ₹88,200 per 10 gram in the national capital.
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Sankesh Surana Studio Unveils Viśvaṃ Viṣṇuḥ: A Monumental Contemporary Sculpture Reimagining Sacred Art
The Frontal Perspective Honors The Holy Trinity—Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshwara—Blending Divine Iconography With Modern Elegance.The Sculpture Intricately Incorporates 19 Gods and Goddesses, Symbolizing The Expansive Cosmic Realm Of Lord Vishnu
Marking a significant milestone in contemporary spiritual art, Sankesh Surana Studio announces the debut of Viśvaṃ Viṣṇuḥ, a bespoke contemporary interpretation of Lord Balaji. Serving as the centerpiece of the esteemed Ananta – Sacred Art Series, this four-foot-tall masterpiece is the culmination of nearly two years of meticulous conceptualization, design, and artisan craftsmanship
Conceived as an immersive, 360-degree sculptural narrative, Viśvaṃ Viṣṇuḥ offers a profound visual meditation on the cosmos.
Sankesh Surana, Founder- Sankesh Surana Studio said:

“With Viśvaṃ Viṣṇuḥ, our vision was to bridge timeless tradition with contemporary design, creating a piece that resonates deeply on both an aesthetic and spiritual plane.”
“The process was a long, painstaking journey of refinement, but the result is a holistic representation of the universe contained within a single artwork.”
Exclusivity has defined the creation of this landmark edition. Released as a strictly limited collection of just 27 fine art pieces, the entire series was fully acquired prior to its official debut.
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