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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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IAGES Celebrates A Power-Packed Day 1 At IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, Mumbai With Accreditation Recognition Presentation
IAGES Recognises Industry Leaders for Excellence, Quality and Trust at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026
The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) marked a highly successful and action-packed Day 1 at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, recognizing jewellery businesses that successfully completed and cleared the IAGES assessment and accreditation process.
At the IAGES booth, accreditation certificates were formally presented to prominent jewellers and industry participants in recognition of their commitment to quality, transparency, and industry excellence.



Among the recipients were:
- Rajesh Rokde – Rokde Jewellers
- Mansukhbhai Kothari – Vasupati Jewellers
- Narayan Debnath & Nanda Dulal Debnath – Radha Krishna Jewellery
- Mohit Adesara – Leela Manufacturers
The certificate presentation ceremony underscored IAGES’ gaining momentum to strengthen trust and elevating standards across the gems and jewellery industry through its accreditation framework.
Speaking on the occasion, Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO, Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), expressed his appreciation for the overwhelming response received from industry stakeholders on the opening day of IIJS Bharat Premier 2026. He congratulated the accredited gold business entities for successfully completing the assessment process and achieving this significant milestone, noting that IAGES accreditation serves as a testament to an organization’s dedication to excellence, ethical business practices, and consumer confidence.
With strong participation and enthusiastic engagement from exhibitors and visitors alike, Day 1 proved to be a power-packed start for IAGES at IIJS Bharat Premier 2026.
IAGES extends its heartfelt congratulations to all accredited participants and remains committed to fostering excellence, quality, and trust within India’s gold business sector.
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