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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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Hari Krishna Group Celebrates International Yoga Day 2026 With Over 8,300 Participants Across India, Reinforcing Its Commitment To Employee Well-Being
More Than 8,300 Employees Across Surat and Mumbai Joined Yoga Day Celebrations, Reflecting HK’s Strong Focus On Health, Mindfulness and Workplace Well-Being.
Hari Krishna Group (HK), one of the world’s leading natural diamond manufacturers, celebrated International Yoga Day 2026 with the participation of over 8,300 employees across its Surat and Mumbai (SEEPZ & BKC) offices, reaffirming its commitment to employee health, mindfulness, and holistic well-being.




More than 6,000 employees gathered at the Surat headquarters, while 2,300 employees participated in Mumbai, practicing yoga under the guidance of expert instructors. Colleagues from HK’s international offices also joined virtually, reflecting the company’s global culture of wellness and unity.
At HK, wellness is a way of life rather than a one-day celebration. Along with celebrating Yoga Day every year, the company regularly conducts yoga sessions, daily Anapana meditation after lunch, health check-ups, blood donation drives, marathons, and other wellness initiatives that encourage employees to lead healthier and more balanced lives.
These initiatives are aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-Being and form an integral part of HK’s ESG commitment to creating a healthier, safer, and more sustainable workplace.
Message from the Founders
“At Hari Krishna Group, we have always believed that our employees are our greatest strength. Their health and well-being remain at the heart of everything we do. Yoga is not just an annual celebration but a lifelong practice that promotes discipline, balance, and inner peace. Through regular yoga sessions, meditation, and wellness initiatives, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. A healthy team builds a stronger organization and a better society.”
Hari Krishna Group extends its sincere gratitude to all employees, yoga experts, industry guests, and well-wishers who joined the celebrations and supported the vision of a healthier future.
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